In This Post:
– 5 Marla Grey Structure Cost
– 5 Marla Finishing Cost
Building a house requires smart planning. You need to hire a reliable team of labourers, choose the right construction materials, work on the design and layout of the house, and most importantly, plan your finances accordingly. So, if you already own a plot and are planning to construct your dream home, we have put together the complete cost of constructing a 5 marla house in Pakistan.
Without further ado, here is the breakdown of the construction cost of a 5 marla house in 2021.
CONSTRUCTION COST OF A 5 MARLA HOUSE IN 2021
Are you wondering how much money goes into building an A-category 5 marla house in 2021? Well, there is no need to worry because this guide will answer all of your questions regarding the construction and finishing cost of a 5 marla unit in Pakistan.
COVERED AREA
The covered area for a double-storey 5 marla house is 1,975 sq. ft. The first floor has a covered area of 910 sq. ft. while the first floor has a covered area of 890 sq. ft. The second floor has a covered area of 175 sq. ft. The house has two kitchens, three bedrooms with attached bathrooms, and a mumtee.
Keeping in line with the modern home decor trends, tile flooring is used throughout the house. Moreover, marble is used on the stairs.
For your convenience, we have divided the construction cost of a 5 marla house into two parts:
- Building the grey structure
- Finishing of the house
To lay the foundation of a 5 marla house, you need to first construct the grey structure.
CONSTRUCTION COST OF THE GREY STRUCTURE OF A 5 MARLA HOUSE IN 2021
To build the grey structure of a 5 marla house, major construction materials needed are bricks, cement, kassu, rebar, sand, bajri, safety grills. Electrical wiring, plumbing and the installation of the main gate are also included in the grey structure costs.
As illustrated in the infographic above, we have outlined the quantity of the construction materials required to build the grey structure of a house along with the costs incurred in laying the foundation.
Since the cost of labour is of the utmost importance when building a house, we will discuss it first.
LABOUR
Labourers who work under contractors usually stay with a project from beginning to end. Clients, therefore, don’t have to worry about workers leaving suddenly. Direct dealings with the contractor suits both parties and this partnership is most likely to work for the kind of construction quality you are looking to see in the house.
Labour cost heavily depends on the time duration required for construction. While it might suit the labourers to prolong the work in hopes of making more money, the builder has a deadline to meet. This deadline commitment allows the builder or contractor to make sure that work is completed on time and according to the promised standards.
The estimated cost of house construction in 2021 varies between major cities of Pakistan. For a double-unit 5 marla house, the labourers would charge around PKR 390 per sq. ft., which would take the total amount to around PKR 770,250. This is the general labour cost and does not include the cost of labour for tiles installation, woodwork and plumbing etc.
Labour Cost = PKR 770,250
Bricks, Sand, Crush and Rori
A 5 marla house will require approximately 50,000 bricks. It is recommended to pick Awwal category of bricks at the rate of PKR 12, which means the total cost of bricks would be PKR 600,000.
Sand is also an important component when constructing a 5 marla house. The sand is either extracted from river beds or from the coastal beaches. Usually, the sand from river beds has a grey colour. Ravi sand and Chenab sand are more commonly used in concrete mixtures. Around 3,150 cubic feet of Ravi sand is used at the rate of PKR 20 per cubic feet. This means a total of PKR 63,000 cubic feet of Ravi sand is used.
The sand from River Chenab is of better quality. Therefore, its rates are slightly higher. You would need about 700 cubic feet of Chenab sand at the rate of PKR 35, taking the total to PKR 24,500.
Crush or gravel is used to make the base structure of floors and roof in the house. Builders and contractors want to use Margalla crush, but Sargodha crush can also be used.
The required quantity of Margalla lintel/lenter is approximately 900 cubic feet and is mostly used in constructing the roof of the house. The current rate is PKR 80 per cubic foot, which means it will cost around PKR 72,000.
Sargodha gravel is used in building the floor of the house. About 600 cubic feet of Sargodha bajri would be required to build the grey structure of a 5 marla house at a cost of PKR 65. This means Sargodha gravel will set you back PKR 39,000. Meanwhile, Rori costs around PKR 25,000.
Cost for Bricks, Sand, Crush and Rori = PKR 823,500
Cement, Kassu and Rebar
Kassu is mostly used to fill empty plots and it is a mixture of mitti and sand. A budget of around PKR 50,000 is required for Kassu during the construction of a 5 marla house in Pakistan.
When it comes to cement, which is one of the most important construction materials, you’ll need about 525 bags at the rate of PKR 645 per bag to construct the house. The total cost of cement for this project would be PKR 338,625.
Furthermore, you will require around 3 tons (3,000 kg) Rebar or 60-grade Sarya to construct a 5 marla house. The rate per kg of Sarya is PKR 138 and the total cost of Sarya used would be PKR 414,000.
Cost of Cement, Kassu and Rebar = PKR 802,625
On a side note, don’t forget to check out our guide on different types of cement used in the construction industry in Pakistan.
PLUMBING AND WIRING
The construction cost of a 5 marla house also includes costs in developing water supply, sewerage, gas and drainage systems. All of this is called plumbing work. Approximately, PKR 115,000 is required for the plumbing of the house, including labour cost and materials.
Electrical wiring is also an important component in the construction of a grey structure. Wiring in the house requires expertise and it is better if an electrician deals with it. Approximately PKR 50,000 are needed for the wiring. This includes both the labour cost and the material used.
Cost of Plumbing & Wiring = PKR 165,000
GRILLS, GATE AND CHOUGAT STEEL
The construction cost of a 5 marla house also involves steelwork. For a 5 marla house, you will require Chougat steel of 16 gauge, which will be used to make the door frames. This will cost around PKR 60,000.
Moreover, the house must have safety grills on windows as well as the main gate. You should keep an estimated budget of PKR 66,000 for the 16-gauge grills and around PKR 70,000 for a 16 or 18-gauge steel gate.
Cost of Grills, Gate and Chougat Steel = PKR 196,000
OTHER COSTS
Other costs include the septic tank and the termite spray. You need to build concrete walls using cement for the water storage tank. Approximately PKR 12,000 is needed for its construction.
Controlling termite infestation before construction begins can really help you defend against possible claims in the future as they dwell in places where there is a high concentration of dampness and moisture. Approximately, PKR 19,500 are needed to ward off termite infestation.
The cost for waterproofing your roof for a 5 marla house is PKR 65,000.
Cost of Miscellaneous Items = PKR 96,500
If you add up the above-mentioned expenditures, the total cost to build the grey structure of a 5 marla house in 2021 would come up to PKR 2,853,875. Once the basic structure is completed, we will move on to the finishing part.
Grey Structure Cost for a 5 Marla House = PKR 2,853,875
COST OF FINISHING OF 5 MARLA HOUSE IN 2021
As shown in the infographic above, there are many construction jobs involved in the finishing of a 5 marla house.
It is pertinent to mention the sub-totals for different categories have been highlighted in the infographic. You can find further details of these figures below.
TILES AND MARBLE
People constructing a double-unit 5 marla house usually go for tile flooring. Owing to their good quality and reputation, Master tiles are preferred in most high-end houses.
Here is a breakdown of the tiles used in a 5 marla A-Category house.
- Around 158 tiles of 2×2 are needed for the flooring of the house at the rate of PKR 1,500 per sq. metre. This excludes garage, terrace and bathroom tiles. The total cost of the flooring would be PKR 237,000
- Approximately 65 Master tiles are needed to construct the bathrooms. The rate of the tiles is PKR 1,500 per sq. metre. which would cost around PKR 97,500
- To build the terrace of a 5 marla house, you would need 18 tiles at the rate of PKR 1,250 per sq. metre. The total cost incurred in laying the floor of the terrace would be PKR 22,500
- To complete the garage, you would need around 22 tiles at the rate of PKR 1,250 per sq. metre, making the total cost to be PKR 27,500
- Your budget for marble stairs should be around PKR 115,000
- In the kitchen, PKR 30,000 is used to build shelves and lay the countertop
- The cost of bonds, cement, and fillings for tiles would cost about PKR 35,000
- Professional workers can install tiles neatly and efficiently. Also, in some cases, you have to cut tiles to fill in the gaps, therefore, it is best to hire experts for this. The cost of labour for tiles installation would be PKR 145,000
Cost of Tiles and Marble = PKR 709,500
You can also take a look at our guide on different types of tile flooring and their prices in Pakistan for further information.
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
The installation of switchboards and power plugs also requires proper planning. For starters, they should always be located in places that are hard to reach for young children. However, they must be located in areas where you can easily plug in your devices as needed.
Here are the basic electrical items that must be installed in a 5 marla house along with the costs involved:
- You would need around 15 switchboards and push buttons at the rate of PKR 850. This brings the total to PKR 12,750
- Around 18 power plugs and sockets would also be used at the rate of PKR 475, which means you’ll have to add PKR 8,550 to your budget for a 5 marla house construction
- To install lights, lamps, and chandeliers, a total cost of PKR 130,000 would be incurred
- A 5 marla house needs at least 9 fans. Since fans cost around PKR 6,000 per unit, a total budget of PKR 54,000 should be reserved for installation
- A good exhaust system is also essential for a house. For this purpose, 6 Royal or GFC exhaust fans can be purchased at the rate of PKR 2,500 per unit, bringing your total to PKR 15,000.
- Breakers of PKR 30,000 are also required
- The cost of electrical wiring and cables would come up to PKR 75,000
- The electrician will charge you around PKR 25,000 for the job
Cost for Electrical components = PKR 350,300
Kitchen and Bath Accessories
There are many construction items needed to give a finished look to your kitchen and bathrooms. Since there are two kitchens, two kitchen hoods should be installed with the average costs of PKR 38,000 per unit. So, you would need to have PKR 76,000 for buying and installing the hoods in the kitchens. Similarly, you will require two kitchen sinks at the rate of PKR 8,000 each, which will come up to PKR 16,000.
Moving on, since the house will have three bathrooms, you will require three commodes at the rate of PKR 18,000 each. This will cost PKR 54,000. Installing three vanities at PKR 9,000 per unit will cost PKR 27,000, whereas installing three complete bath sets will set you back PKR 57,000 since each set costs PKR 19,000. On the other hand, bath hangings cost PKR 5,000 per unit, which means three of those will cost PKR 15,000.
Of course, you will have to hire a plumber to carry out the above-mentioned tasks. This will cost you around PKR 20,000.
Cost for Kitchen & Bath Accessories = PKR 285,000
PAINT AND CEILING
The finishing of the house includes painting both the exterior walls as well as the interior of the house. You can find the differences between interior and exterior paints in our detailed guide on the topic. Moreover, you should ideally paint the house after the installation of switchboards and light fixtures.
Painting a newly built house is relatively tough since it requires careful application of the base coat. Therefore, you should consider hiring a professional painter for the job. As per our estimate, painting your house will cost around PKR 300,000.
For the exterior of a house, rockwall made of marble chips is one of the most popular popular. For this, you must plaster and clean the wall before applying the base coat using acrylic and white sand. The base coat is very important as it strengthens the walls. The total cost of the exterior rockwall is PKR 30,000.
The rate for false ceiling including material and for any design is PKR 65 per sq. ft. So, for a 1,650 sq. ft. area, the cost would come up to PKR 107,250.
Cost for Paint and Ceiling = 437,250
WINDOWS AND MIRRORS
Work involving aluminium and glass in houses includes installation of windows and window frames, wire mesh and glass panes. The cost of aluminium and glass windows in Pakistan is around PKR 225,000. Mirrors would cost PKR 20,000, while the railings for the staircase will cost PKR 85,000.
Cost of Windows and Mirrors = PKR 330,000
WOODWORK
Wood is used in various parts of the house in the form of wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, doors, bathroom cabinets, and decorative racks in the living room and drawing-room. Their rates usually vary from vendor to vendor, but it is generally advised to buy wood and let your carpenter carve it into cabinets and doors instead of purchasing ready-to-use cabinets since you can’t be sure about the quality of the material.
There would be one semi-solid wooden door and the rest of the doors would have Malaysian plywood. It would cost you PKR 165,000 in total. For built-in wardrobes and kitchen cabinets, UV Ply Sheets or more commonly referred to as formica sheets are used. The wardrobes will cost around PKR 180,000 while the woodwork in the kitchen will require a budget of PKR 150,000. Assorted fittings like brass door handles would cost you an additional PKR 26,000, whereas two LCD racks can be built for PKR 50,000.
Cost for Woodwork = PKR 571,000
That sums up the construction cost of a 5 marla house.
Total finishing cost of a 5 marla house = PKR 2,683,050
Let us combine the cost of grey structure and cost of finishing to get the final budget for a 5 marla house in 2021.
Total construction cost of a 5 marla house in 2021 = PKR 2,853,875 + PKR 2,683,050 = PKR 5,536,925
So, there you have it. The will need PKR 5,536,925 to construct an A-Category 5 marla house in 2021.
It’s important to remember the rates mentioned above are applicable in case someone decides to build a house on their own. If a contractor builds your house with a labour-plus-material contract, then you will end up with a higher estimate as you’ll have to pay them to procure building material, execute the construction of the unit, and oversee the entire project.
Therefore, the construction cost of building a 5 marla house through a contractor will vary, as per the agreement between the contractor and the owner.
Moreover, here are 10 important questions you must ask before hiring a contractor.
For more updates and construction trends, stay tuned to the Zameen Blot – the top real estate and construction blog in Pakistan. If you are planning to build a 10 marla home, don’t forget to take a look at the complete construction cost of a 10 marla unit.
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Note: The rates quoted in this article are from March 2021. The rates in the article have been sourced from Mr. Kashif Mehmood, CEO of Alpha Construction Company. You can contact him at 0310-4811578.
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Excellent article giving detailed info. Would you please give an estimate of 10 Marla double story house too (with & without basement)?
Without basement, you can double the construction cost of five marla to get an estimate of 10 marla. The construction cost of basement is more or less PKR 1 million for 5-marla.
simple estimate is : total covered area * 1200 = finished home
total covered area .
tell me area cover measure in square foot or in square meter ????
1. What I’ve heard is that building the ground floor is higher than the 2nd floor. Is that true?
2. Are beams not used?
3. The amounts you mentioned add up to 2,835,000 so if I divide it would that give me a rough estimate of high end single floor (for me second floor) and then I can bring it down to not so high-end.
4. Could you give me an estimate for wrought iron railing for balcony and skylight price estimate
5. If you’re really under budget is it OK to go with vinyl click floor planks in majority of the house?
6. I need a contractor who can get work done with these rate in Karachi on a 951sq ft area second floor. Could you direct me to someone for this?
Very useful article!!!
Indeed very helpful article!
What about constructing 3rd floor on 5 Marla, roughly estimated covered area would be 600Sqft and any estimate figure regarding the Cost?
And woulkd be grateful if you share the excel file too.
U mentioned covered area 1000 sqft, so is the cost suggested is of single storey house? Or how do u calculate covered area, ground floor +first floor ?
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overall very great info Samra Thanking you,
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overall very great info Samra Thanking you,
i need someone to contact to build 5 Marla House in Lahore Garden Housing Scheme Faiz pur Interchange, my email umermrz@gmail.com please let me know
is this cost for single story or double story ? if it is single story then 50000 bricks for 1000 sqft means for double story it would be 80000 ?
Yes, the cost estimate is for a double storey unit.
Very informative and elaborative article depicting all aspects of house construction.
Salam.
If you are interested in home construction, we provide you the best rates and quality. Our experience is of over 40 years. Gray structure for only PKR 1200 sqft. In case of complete construction on an A Category house, we charge PKR 2400 sqft. Rates can be negotiate upon meeting. We also provide architect and map approval facility.
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I’am looking someone to help me building second flour of my house.
I’am living in ruler area of Pakistan (pindiside)
if you are interested reply me we can discuss in details later….tkx
Plz clarify what type of help do u need
I want To bulid My 5 marala House With sigle Story A+ Cetagory Please Tell me how Many Amount I need (Location Sheikhupura)
Assalam o Alaikum
The cost of 10 marla house in Bahria Town Rawalpindi and Enclave is as below
Covered area near 3480 sq feet
Cost : 3480*2300 = 80,00000 PKR
Is this calculation for single story or double storey please explain ?
Double storey.
It is good idea but a first time builder is usually fleeced by the contractor and material suppliers and he ends up in paying more to everyone he hires for construction of his house. On the other hand a professional builder completes the same work in about half the cost.
True.
hlo samra i want to built 4 marla single story house can you tell me estimate how much money i need 00971502906741
Very nice and informative article. Thanks
You are welcome M. Azhar
Dear Samra!.
Thank you for sharing. Its wounderful information and surly would help me to update my Excel sheet estimates as well. Since I am also Builder so I am just feeling that cost is higher side from 5 lac to 1 million. Without compromising the quality construction. I really appreciate your estimate.
If any one interesting to share with them the excel estimate sheet , I am happy to share. Please communicate at bangkokrealestateislamabad@gmail.com
Zia
from Islamabad.
03405193856
Dear Mr. ZIa,
I am planning to build 5 marla double storey house with covered area of 1650 sqft.
Please share your excel sheet estimate with me with bifurcation between grey structure cost and finishing cost.
My email address is HassanMehdi14@gmail.com
Regards.
Dear Zia,
Would appreciate if you share your excel sheet on my email.
Best regards,
Dear all,
My cell number is 03408561027. I have already shared the detail with numbers of persons.
Much appreciated response on Zameen.com.
Dear Mr. ZIa,
I am planning to build a simple front elevated house on my 8 marla plot with covered area of about 5 Marlas, one room and washroom on top floor with front elevation. It should be a normal dealer built house estimate.
Please share your excel sheet estimate with me with bifurcation between grey structure cost and finishing cost.
Thanks and Regards
Please guide me about such builder who can build my 5 marla home in this budget, I want to start asap.
Sorry to get back to you late, i was on leaves.
Please tell me the city where you wish to construct your house.
If its in Lahore, you can get in touch with Mr Sajid Awan at 0333-456-1615.
Is this cost estimate for 5 marla double story house with a mumty and servant room on 2nd floor. What is the total approx area in that case, 1000sq ft will be considering only ground floor.
1000 sq ft on ground floor and 1000 sq ft on first floor, many houses these days have very smaller terraces and that too alongside the rooms so 1000 sq ft on both floors. Mumty is included, servant quarter is not.
Hello Ms Samra I am really impressed with your details article about construction cost can you please give me some idea that how much budget I need to make 1 canal house for single storey in lahore and you can say the cover area is 10 to 12 mera please let me know because from last 20 years I am living in UK and I am completely blank for pakisatni construction market thanks bye
BEST Regards
Majid Sheikh
very nice articale
Dear Samra,
Thank you very much for such a wonderful article to get an advance idea about construction of single 5 merla story.
Could you please give me rough idea about the Aluminium Windows and glasses, how we can calculate per square feet. Let’s have an example of 6 Feet X 5 Feet Window.
How we can calculate the rough cost:
Aluminium Window Frame (6ft h X 5ft w) cost =
Reflective Glass cost (6ft h X 5ft w) =
Safety Gill Cost (6ft h X 5ft w) =
Thank you.
The rate of aluminium windows’ frame varies between Rs 350 and Rs 600. I don’t have an estimate on cost of grills and glass but there is someone who can help you with that. Kindly get in touch with Mr Waqar Ahmed at +92-322-405-0540.
Please reply me
Guess you missed:
Architect cost
Utility connection charges
Other government or society fees for map approval/land valuation etc.
You are right, i have only included the construction cost, assuming that the map of the house has been passed from the authorities concerned.
“If you are planning to build a house rather than buying one, you can be sure of saving around PKR 2 million.”
Its eye-opening for me to know that I would end up paying 2million extra if i buy rather than build a 5 marla house? Its obvious that we have to pay extra but didnt expect that big a sum.
Thanks alot for writing this lovely piece.
Charges for electric Meter, Sui Gas and Landline not included, at least 100,000 required
Salam,
good to see experts and intellectual persons sharing their views guidelines on construction topics. I am planning a 5 Marla house but could not find a good design with separate servant room. Please share any plan if you have. please also send me excel sheet for cost management.
my id is alipk7@gmail.com
I am confused that its the estimate of single storey or double storey? 🙂 somewhere it seems you are referring for double storey btu some where it seems its single storey
It is double storey. I am sorry for the confusion.
Hi miss Samra,
Thanks for sharing this information. I want to rebuild my old fashion 5 marla house. I want to build it again according to the new fashions. Please give me estimate for a single story 5 marla house with beds.
hello,
i want to build single story houose on 8 marla plot in islamabad please tell me the grey structure cost
Thank you
Great Article Samara, very much appreciated.
But how much time it takes to build a 5 Marla house on average.
Depending on availability of finances, it takes 4 to 6 months to construct a 5 marla house.
Many Thanks Samra.
Aoa,
Although its very detailed and helps in estimating. But can you please provide this information too, it will be very helpful
– Gas pipelines cost? (Material cost atleast)
– And the finishing work you mentioned is according to A+ category, So lets say one is going to build B category then what %age of cost you mentioned, we can assume? For example, you said 500,000 for flooring. So can we say B category would cost around 80% (400,000) ??
– And what is the minimum time of completion if one does have availability of funds?
Thanks in advance
In that case, a 5-marla double storey unit can be completed in 3 to 4 months.
For B category finishing, you can save about 30%.
Gas pipe line, meter installation and labour etc can cost about PKR 100,000
Samra such a superb Info. Appreciate your efforts, Sister, I want to know some other info if some one can help me, I want to build a Marriage Hall, Specification is 140′ (Length) x 140′ (Width) x 13″(Height).
May plan is to use blocks for walls. and snake sheets for roof. Is it possible to use blocks for wall in such a huge hall. and If possible some one can give me an idea how much cost should be for walls.
Thank you Hanif,
Please get in touch with Mr Zia from Bangkok Real estate Islamabad to discuss your query. He is available at 03405193856. You can also reach him at bangkokrealestateislamabad@gmail.com.
Dear Sister Samra.. want to build a double story home of 6 marla in A reasonable budget of 40 lakh rupee..So please suggest me can i build a beautifull house in around this budget..waiting for your replt..thanks
In which city?
Hey… thx for the information.. i was looking for it..
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Great Article Samra, very much appreciated.
Regarding the labor can you please let us know how many months you considered? what is the base of your labor estimate?
3 months at the max.
A nice detailed but approximate schematic estimate budget of 5 marla house….
Thanks for sharing.
I was very anxious about the new home and was worry about the budget but when I come to know about the total cost with your kind help then I feel easy to live. /for that thank alot
I want to construct 5 marla (25 x 50) house in Rawalpindi. can you help me for estimate the budget required for this purpose.
I will get back to you soon with the contact details of the contractor.
Dear Ms Samra,
You are requested to please share the name of a trust worthy construction company to build a small house in Islamabad.
Sure, mehwish. I have asked the person concerned to find me a good construction company to assist you in Islamabad. Please wait till i get back to you.
Respected Maam,
Thank you.
Regards
pls inform me too in this regards
Very nice and informative article. Thanks
Hi,
Can you please tell me the cost to make a double story 5 marla house in Faisalabad? I have available funds, and want to know how long it will take. If you can mention total cost for A and B.
Cost should be the same. The price difference is only seen when you construct a B or C category house.
Thank you! Kindly please mentioned total finish cost for category B and C. Your help is appreciated.
Assalam O Alaikum,
Thanks for sharing information.
you have mentioned 50,000 bricks. It’s for single story or double story ?
Double storey unit.
Thanks.
Could you also advice what size(in sooter) of rebar (sarya) needed for columns and roof. and also if you list some of the mills in islamabad/pindi area for rebar.
Can you please tell me what the process would be for an overseas Pakistani (dual citizen of Pakistan and USA) to buy a 5 Marla plot and then to construct a house? Samra, if you could please list all the steps from start to finish for me I would be greatfull. How would I go about purchasing a 5 Marla plot in Wapda City and then constructing a house on it?
Thank you very much!
Dear Madam Samra
I want to built 5 Marla house in Lahore. i read your article really its very help full to estimate budget cost.
but some where is confusing ,are this cost for single story or for double story, and one think I want to be know by law in Lahore how many sft by floor I can built.
Ground Floor?
First Floor?
Roof Floor?
and need drawing proposal for 5 Marla house, can you suggest some one who create drawings for me.
Thanks..
It is for double storey.
On the ground floor, you can cover only 1000 square feet out of the 1125 square feet of 5-marla plot. For the first floor, covered area restriction in proper housing societies is 75% covered of the first floor. In other words, 750 square feet for the first floor. For the roof, the area is often the same as first floor’s.
For information regarding the experts you wish to hire, send an email to me at samra at zameen dot com.
Those looking to get in touch with some contractor, architect, or related expert for construction of your house, contact me directly at samra at zameen dot com.
Salam. Do you offer services in Bahria Enclave? How much will be labor cost for grey structure of double storeys 30X60 plot? Please include wall boundary and water tanks in your estimate?? Thanks in advance
Samra it would be really beneficial if u also share info regarding B and C catagory construction cost as some people might not afford or less money to build 5 marla house…and kindly share excel sheets if u have any thanks alot keep up the good work
I want to bulid 5 marla single story house in rawalpindi could you please let me know charges for only single story house .please share the name of a trust worthy construction company to build a small house in rawalpindi.
thanks for such kind information
shani
Dear Team,
Kindly share the excel sheet with the detail of the expenses that you are discussion in this blog.
i need the excel sheet for 5 mrla double story.
Thanks
Hi Samra,
Cheers for such an outstanding informative article. What would be the cost of the main gate? Is it included under some head?
Regards
Ahmed
Hi Samra,
thank you for writing such a great article .. I want to bulid 5 marla single story house in rawalpindi could you please let me know charges for only single story house… Thankx
Awesome information, Thanks.
The total cost of 5 Marla double story house is mentioned above is around Rs35 Lacs. I am in a tight budget and interested in building a 5 Marla single story house, so can you please tell me if I build a 5 Marla single story house, will it be half of what you have described above. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Dear Samra,
It was very informative & comprehensive blog shared by you. I am a govt. employee having budget of about 3 million and i am interested to start a business of small house construction (03-04 Marla) as side business. i would be very grateful if you could kindly guide me about the basics of business e.g. choice of society or mohallah system, where to get decent house map design, and specially how i can save money without compromising on quality of material.
Thanks
you can also mail me.
Dear Samra,
Could you please recommend any good builder and architect in city of Faisalabad.
Regards,
can you please tell me the construction cost of a low end 30×60 single storey home in islamabad.
Can some please tell me is it possible to build single story on 35*70 plot in a cost of 35lacs
Mr. Fahad,
First question is the location of your residential plot, why because it may have a certain condition( bye laws) to maintain F.A.R ( Floor Area Ratio) and permissible limit of covered area in that particular location.
Second concern is hiring an experienced licenced Architect with complete scope of work that is the contract agreement between both of you for the services he is supposed to provide you.
Third is the making up of your mind for selection of material for finishes, which, you will be provided by the architect having discussed with him upon your requirement, as it will lead to the total cost of construction.
Fourth is the selection of the contractor, a qualified and or a general routine work mistry.
Then comes the type of contract with the construction contractor , construction with material and or construction on labor rate only.
All these issue constitute the rate per square feet.
Having an +A class type of construction in locations like DHA you may end up with a cost nearing Pak Rs. 2800 for a ” complete fit for living” house excluding the movable furniture items.
I will appreciate to help in any of further query. I am serving in KSA as Project Manager Architecture having graduated in 1979 from NCA lahore.
Please advise if we can use the same rates for building construction in Islamabad.
Following CDA by laws, what will be covered areas (double storey) for a 4 marla house.
Thanks,
Mir Khan
Excellent article I construct my 5 marla house in Wah cantt.only finishing work remaining (plastering,wood work,sanitary,florrimg,etc).could you let me know the appropriate expenses for double story (2400 sq ft).I will wait for reply.thanks
Very informative and excellent article. I have learnt that owing to bylaws there is some additional cost incurred on construction of house in Bahria Town Phase 8 Rawalpindi. Is it so? If yes, how much on a 5 marla house? please advise.
AoA,
I have a question, what percentage of the house total value is the cost of land in Wapda Town?
thanks.
He is a Project Manager of 23 years experience of construction work…… contect him…
Referring to Mr. Fahad’s query above the rate mentioned is for PER SFT.
A very interesting article to read. Thanks a lot for posting this.Good Work. Keep it up.
If this is two floors then this comes out to PKR 3,485,000 /(1125×2) = 1548/sq ft finished house. Can you urgently recommend me someone in Karachi to build over 800 sq ft, 2nd floor?
What is the price difference if this was made in Karachi? Please recommend a contractor for Karachi?
Can we construct the Basement on 5 marla(1200 sq feet) plot in Bahria Enclave Islamabad .
and how much the cost.And could you please recommend any good builder and architect .
I have composed all the figures & estimates in excel sheet , depicted here by Ms.Samra in this blog. If any one needed can contact me at Whats-app 0300 4111131 or hisham.ashraf1@gmail.com .
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I need to build a 4 marla single storey house with in one month could you please tell me the complete charges for simple house and do you have such person who can do so with in this time frame.
What will be the estimate and quantity that will be use in foundation ?
What will be the estimate and quantity that will be use in 5 marla house foundation? Just repeat my question
Dear Samra, A very good article and it’s a good attempt but to my experience building an A category house with high end finish of almost 5 Marla in Islamabad (2300 sq ft covered area in two floors + Servant quarter), its more than you have given the figure above. Here, I would like to share my recent project that is almost near to completion very soon. The house plan consist of two units and a servant quarter with 5 baths, 4 rooms (Two each unit) two kitchen (one each unit), two TV lounge (one each portion). Marble flooring from top roof to ground, 19 doors (two double doors additional for ventilation), each room contain closet including Servant Quarter so altogether 5 cupboards etc.
The difference i can see in cost you mentioned in your Article is, cement sacks you said 600 but my house ended up more than 900 may be the reason is, the foundation we started with Plinth beam frame structure instead of simple foundations, more column and beams that also needed more cement and the servant quarter at the third floor instead of mumty that includes attached Bath as well. Furthermore, a ground water tank and marble may be needed more cement than tiles.
The huge difference in your estimate is coming in wood work that you said 350K but i could not understand how you made a guess as it is not possible to finish A category house with in this range as i can tell you if you want to complete your house in A category with real good wood work it will cost you almost 800 K rupees or little more (The cost of KEL wood is 2500-2800 per sq ft and Diar wood is 3800-4800 per sq ft) and you also have to bear the Carpenter labor cost. A double story house will have approximately 15-20 doors that depends on house plan and you also need to make cupboards or closet in bed rooms, drawing, TV lounge and a Kitchen (each portion one).
Likewise false ceiling is not included in the estimate and main gate (also bear almost 80 thousand to 1 lak) , water bore, finishing Stairs also need 50-60 thousand Marble (that is almost 300-400 per Sq ft) /Kitchen top counter (marble or granite), Kitchen accessories (electric Hood and Stove) etc.
All in all, may be one can build a house with in your estimate but than one have to compromise on few things like in picking Marble type, Wood work and some other optional things.
For further information please contact on my given number.
Best regards,
Muhammad Yasir
03008151410
Dear Yasir,
Can you please share total cost of 2300 sq ft covered area, as per your estimates or actual expenses on your home?
Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Shamsa
Asalamoalikum this article is very helpful. Thankyou for this but can you update the price for this year please!!
Dear madam/Sir,
I am sending you a 5 Marla map please estimate the cost of this type of home.
Thanks
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cost of 5 marla hosue single story
Dear Samra,
Can you advice me the basement plan in 5 Marla house is a good option or a bad?
Mr.Zia,
Please share the excle sheet of estimation.
Waqas
0332-4412064
Salam,
I have 13 Marla plot and I want to build 3 houses, 4 Marla each for rental purposes. This plot is in village near Haripur. Please guide me on the idea and total cost of the project. Thanks
I want to built a 5 marla house in bahria enclave islamabad, some friends have told me that construction cost is very high in bahria enclave. Does any body have any idea on whats the construction cost would be in bahria enclave. A double story 5 marla house in bahria is typically of 1800 sq.ft.
Hello miss i really apriciate ur hard work and eforts.
i want to build my bedroom on second floor my first floor is 7 marla but coverd area is 5.sialkot so i wana build my bedroom on second floor with 2 balconi +,atach washroom+ dressing area +tv area and a very smal kitchn. i want some idea designe +estimate cost of construction+wiring+piping+balconi windows+etc.
plz let me knw all estimate and send me some info.
We offers best quality construction service on turnkey basis in Lahore , Islamabad , Faisalabad , Multan .
We built dreams home .
Grey structure price is 1200/sft
Finish home .
Standard home price is 1900/sft
Deluxe home price is 2200/sft
Luxury home price is 2600/sft
If ur covered area is 1800/sft then
Grey structure price is 21 lac
Finish house price starting 34 lac to 55 lac.
They way you elaborated the things is tremendous. Simple and straight for the common readers. Majority is oblivious of the pros and cons of the construction hitches and this piece gives a complete insight. Thanks and keep writing…
The way you elaborated the things is tremendous. Simple and straight for the common readers. Majority is oblivious of the pros and cons of the construction hitches and this piece gives a complete insight. Thanks and keep writing…
Dear Samra Zulfiqar,
My Name is Zafar i am from Dubai. I have 4 plots (5 marla each) in rawalpindi Would appreciate if you share your buildup cost detail sheet on my email.
I am planing to buildup double story…
Thanks & Regards,
ZAFAR
+971553437652
Please guide how many bags of cement will be required for 5 inch slab of RCC roof having covered area of 1010 Sqft.
Ratio in slab is 1 bag Cement + 2 bajri + 1 Sand,
further please guide how much Iron bar (in kg) will be required for area 1010 Sqft with box size of 7×7 + 3 beam of 10 feet length. According to my contractor it will require 1900 Kg iron bar but I am in doubt.
Miss Samra,
would you please help to find that how much cost required to build 6marla 1st floor full but only structure not finishing mean to say only build walls and roof i need cost as well how much required approval of MAP.
Regards,
I need to build a 5 marla double story house in 5 million pkr(including land) but i have not decided where, will you help me to suggest some areas to buy plot, the amount i have can i build an A-catogary house?
Articulate and systematically developed article
good job
Dear Samra
Hi I am shahid From KSA. I want to Build double story 7 marla house in Sialkot. Could you please give me the complete cost for 7 marla double story house. please you can send me the complete detail on my email address.
Thanks
Shahid Aziz
Dear Samra.
Would you please give me the complete cost detail for build 8 marla double story house in Sialkot.
Shaihd Aziz
which is the quality builder in sahiwal ? and what are their cost for building 5 marla finished single storey house with average quality
Hello pls tell which is the quality builder in sahiwal ? and what are their cost for building 5 marla finished single storey house with average quality
hlo samra i want to built 4 marla single story house can you tell me estimate how much monwy i need 00971502906741
Excellent article. Keep helping the people please.
salam hope you are doing well,roughly what will be the covered area of 10 marla (35*75) .want to construct a house with (basement,ground floor & first floor)
i wanna construct a 5 marla house in Islamabad, can you tell me the names of some good builders here in Islamabad? basically its Shah Allah Dita, Islamabad.
Can you please give me an estimate for 20 marla shopping mall.
means- 4 walls and roof for 20 marlas
kindly provide me the estimated cost for 20 marla shopping mall constructions.
means- 4 walls and roof for 20 marla constructions.
hi,
I have a 10 marla 50×50 ft plot.
i want to construct it dead cheap..
so here are my requirements
1: only boundry wall
2: only three rooms (single story) ( 15*18 foot each)[initially one room will do, will add other rooms few years later so please mention per room cost] . what will be the cost if i construct one basement room+one ground floor room [ as i might do that and later add basement and further floors as the need/amount be available.
3: one bath
4: one kitches.
no tiles except in wash room kitchen. floor should be made of bricks and just apply a layer of cement.
please tell me i want to construct 5 marla simple house with 2 beds with attach baths ,drawing room,tv lounch ,car porch and 2 beds on 1st floor with attach baths plus store .how much that will cost me if i keep it simple.
I reside in khi in 120 sq yards single story house. Now i want to construct first floor. Can u guide me the estimated material and labor cost please.
Dear Mr. ZIa,
I am planning to build a 25′ x 40′ Size house in D-12 Islamabad.
Please share your excel sheet estimate with me with bifurcation between grey structure cost and finishing cost.
Thanks and Regards
vaqarn@gmail.com
Hello Mam,
A little query,
i have 9 marla home, all roofed except few feet…..
also have two rooms on first floor……
now there is space for other 2 rooms and a kitchen and one bath… can you kindly roughly estimate the price for that ?
will be grateful
i want to get estimate cost of woodwork and its labour for 5 marla house,including 15 doors and 2 more doors for main entrance and drawing room door, and one kitchen cabinets and 4 wardrobes, how much will it cost with very simple wood?
I want to construct a house on a plot 5 Marla (25*50). Please suggest me any construction company for this purpose with full construction cast. I meet with some builders they normally tell 3 Catagories depends upon Good, Average and below average according to material quality. what is this? please guide me
i want to know turnkey rate for 30×60 sq.ft plot in D-17 islamabad
Nice and detailed article but is this updated as per 2018 costing.
I need only 5 Marla Foundation preparation, 2 feet deep and 1 feet in above, so what will be the final cost of this only for foundation preparation
Area = 25 * 45
Assalamualiekum Samra,
It will be much more helpful and appreciated if you can share the pictures of an A+ category construction (A finished house) related to the estimate you provided above.
Thanks
This article talks about that i.e. construction cost of an A+ category house; rates are a bit outdated though.
Hello Samra,
I hope you’re doing well and thank you for writing this wonderful article. I am planning to purchase a 5-marla plot in State Life Housing Society, Phase 1 and will eventually construct a house on it.
Considering that this article is almost 3 years old, can you please give me a rough estimate of how much would it cost to construct a high-end double-story 5-marla house in 2018? If it costed approximately 4 million back then, would it cost around 5 million now?
Thank you.
hlo samra i want to built 5 marla double story house can you tell me estimate how much money i need
Dear Samra Zulfiqar,
Can you please share the cost budget sheet for build 5 marla 1350 SQFT house.
AOA,
I Want single Story 5 Marla (1125 Sq.Ft.) Construction Cost as per stranded construction laws in societies.
Please Contact Me.
Aslam O ALiakum
Can I have the cost detailed for 5 Marla house double story in Al Rehman Garden Phase 2 along with some different house plans and pix as well.