Villa caretaker cost in Morocco (monthly)
A villa caretaker in Agadir costs in the order of 3,500–5,500 MAD per month for a day post with patrols, and more for a night post or continuous presence that requires two agents on rotation. The monthly fee covers equipment, the patrol log and the daily photo report sent to remote owners. The amount is a range to validate with a real quote: the contract sets the hours, the added duties (pool, garden, mail) and presence hours.
Range to validate (real quote) — market consolidation 10/2026.
| Service | Range MAD |
|---|---|
| Day post (8–10 h), with patrols and upkeep duties | 3,500–5,500 MAD / month |
| Night post (night presence, 1–2 patrols per night) | around 4,500–6,500 MAD / month |
| Continuous 24/7 presence (2 agents in rotation) | quote, from ~7,000 MAD / month |
| Pool management and watering added to the post | +300–800 MAD / month |
| On-site accommodation provided | adjusts the net wage |
What is included
- The agent's equipment (whistle, night lamp depending on the post).
- A written standing-orders book agreed with the owner.
- The patrol and visitor log.
- The daily photo report sent on WhatsApp.
- Replacement of the agent during absence or leave.
What is not included
- Heavy garden or pool maintenance (separate job, separate sheet).
- Diy work not written into the contract.
- Food and lodging for day-post agents (provided by the owner).
- CNSS and tax costs when the owner employs the agent directly.
- Off-site alarm response (separate monitoring).
What moves the price
- Day or night, with or without continuous rotation.
- Added upkeep duties: pool, watering, mail, light cleaning.
- Provided accommodation, which changes the net wage calculation.
- Property type: isolated villa, gated residence, construction site.
- Contract length: seasonal (summer, surf season) or annual.
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- Office cleaning12–18 MAD / m² / month
- Garden maintenance300–500 MAD / visit
- Plumber (repairs)150–500 MAD / call-out
- Electrician (repairs)150–450 MAD / call-out
Price FAQ for this service
How much does a villa caretaker cost per month in Morocco?
The market range sits around 3,500–5,500 MAD per month for a day post, and more for night or continuous presence. The figure is to validate with a real quote: it depends on hours, added duties and accommodation.
Does a 24/7 post need two agents?
Yes. Continuous presence is built with two agents on rotation, which brings the monthly budget from about 7,000 MAD. In practice, a night-only post covers most needs of villas occupied part of the year.
What guarantees should I require before signing?
The caretaking company's licence or declaration and its liability insurance certificate, part of the standard contract file. Also require the written standing orders and the agreed photo reporting method before day one.