What is the True Cost of Building a Villa in Bali in 2026? Our Complete Breakdown.

Construction cost per m²

Quality villa construction in Bali ranges from €1,000 to €1,840+ per m².

Standard specification (good quality, local materials): 1,000–1,290 €/m².

Premium specification (complex architecture, imported materials): 1,380–1,840 €/m².

A well-built 3 bedroom villa including land, construction, pool and layout represents around 368,000€ in total.

Land cost

Uluwatu (premium areas): 120,000–260,000 € for a plot under lease for 25+25 years

Ubud: 46,000–110,000 € — 30 to 40% cheaper than the coast

North Canggu (Seseh/Kedungu): 55,000–120,000 € — significant early-mover discount

See how location impacts your total budget for a comprehensive comparison.

Legal structure, architecture and permits

PT PMA creation, fees included: 2,800–5,500 € (one-time). Architecture fees: 5 to 8% of the construction value. Building permit (PBG): 2 to 3% of the construction cost. Expect €14,000–32,000 for a standard 3 bedroom villa.

Furnishing

Custom furnishings range from €18,000 for a functional level up to €64,000 for full luxury. The difference in rental performance between a properly furnished villa and a basic one is significant.

Total investment — concrete examples

2 bedroom villa, Ubud: Land 64K€ + Construction 87K€ + Legal/Permit 9K€ + Furnishing 18K€ = ~179,000 €

3 bedroom villa, north of Canggu: Land 100K€ + Construction 142K€ + Legal/Permit 15K€ + Furnishing 32K€ = ~289,000 €

3 bedroom villa, Uluwatu (ocean view): Land 183K€ + Construction 193K€ + Legal/Permit 20K€ + Furnishing 46K€ = ~442,000 €

The most common budget mistakes

Underestimating furniture. Not providing for a 10-15% contingency. Comparing quotes without checking what's included. Always ask for a full BoQ.

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