DHA Karachi is, inarguably, one of the most sought after neighbourhoods of the city. Its success is mainly based on its ever-booming real estate market and state-of-the-art living facilities. A secure environment, a well-facilitated lifestyle and a peaceful atmosphere are some of the key highlights of this posh locality in Karachi. Moreover, the neighbourhood has a well-planned infrastructure that is based on a vast network of streets and roads, which spread over 466 km, connecting all of its eight phases. Although every street and road in Defence is properly marked with signboards, a lot of people still find it difficult to navigate through the locality. That happens mostly due to similar-sounding names and appearances of the majority of the roads in the area. So, to help our readers in this regard, we’ve come up with a complete guide on the network of roads in DHA Karachi.
Let’s begin!
Network of Roads in DHA Karachi: An Overview
We’re going to explore the following road links in Defence, Karachi:
- Khayaban-e-Ittehad
- Khayaban-e-Shahbaz
- Khayaban-e-Hafiz
- Khayaban-e-Bahria
- Khayaban-e-Shamsheer
- 26th Street
- Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (Sea View Road)
Khayaban-e-Ittehad
A total stretch of about 9 kilometres, Khayaban-e-Ittehad is one of the largest roads in DHA Karachi. Starting from the intersection of Korangi Road, which is one of the most popular routes of Karachi, it takes you all the way to Village Restaurant on Beach Avenue. Khayaban-e-Ittehad links multiple phases of Defence such as Phase 2 Extension, Phase 7, Phase 7 Extension, DHA Phase 6 and DHA Phase 8. The only fuel station you would find on this road is of Pakistan State Oil (PSO), which is located right next to Masjid-e-Ayesha and opposite to a commercial area named after Khayaban-e-Ittehad, known as ‘Ittehad Commercial’.
More About Ittehad Commercial
Ittehad Commercial Area is ideally located in DHA Phase 6 and hosts the outlets of some of the best restaurants in the city. Bonsai Pan Asian Cuisine, Jardin Restaurant, Long Chen Chinese and Burger O’clock are some noteworthy mentions in this regard.
Properties in Ittehad Commercial
People looking to buy flats in Ittehad Commercial will come across a price range of PKR 1.15 crore to PKR 3.5 crore. Similarly, rental flats in Ittehad Commercial are available at a monthly rent of around PKR 33 thousand to PKR 90 thousand.
Quick Facts About Khayaban-e-Ittehad
Starting Point: Axact Chowrangi, Main Korangi Road
Ending Point: Village Restaurant, Beach Avenue
Connected with: Korangi Road, Khayaban-e-Jami, Khayaban-e-Shahbaz, Khayaban-e-Bahria, Khayaban-e-Muhafiz, Khayaban-e-Hafiz, Khayaban-e-Shaheen, 26th Street, Saba Avenue and Beach Avenue.
Public Transport Options (Mini Buses): X8, W 21, Aiwan Coach, X 10 and Z 2
Popular Commercial Areas Nearby: Phase 2 Extension Commercial, Ittehad Commercial and Muslim Commercial.
Total Length: Around 8 kilometres
Khayaban-e-Shahbaz
Another key player in the network of roads in DHA Karachi is Khayaban-e-Shahbaz. It starts from the intersection of Khayaban-e-Ittehad and ends at Saba Avenue, connecting the two prominent phases of Defence, Phase 6 and 7. Nixor College, which is one of the most popular educational institutions in the locality of DHA is also located on Khayaban-e-Shahbaz road. At a point where Khayaban-e-Shahbaz intersects with Khayaban-e-Hafiz, there is a very popular commercial centre of Defence, Karachi known as ‘Shahbaz Commercial.’
More About Shahbaz Commercial Area
Shahbaz Commercial enjoys a prime location in the area of Defence, which is why you’ll come across the outlets of many popular food chains here, for example, Ginsoy, Bella Vita, Lals Chocolate and Pizza Hut (Delivery & Takeaway Outlet). Supermarkets and pharmacies like Khattak Superstore and Pharmacy Plus also exist in the vicinity.
Properties in Shahbaz Commercial Area
A flat for sale in Shahbaz Commercial Area comes with a hefty price tag ranging between PKR 1 and PKR 1.5 crore. Meanwhile, if you look for a flat for rent in Shahbaz Commercial, then the range starts at PKR 32 thousand, going up to PKR 80 thousand.
Quick Facts About Khayaban-e-Shahbaz
Starting Point: Khayaban-e-Ittehad Road, Phase 7 DHA
Ending Point: Saba Avenue, Phase 6 DHA
Connected with: Khayaban-e-Ittehad, Commercial Avenue, Khayaban-e-Hafiz, Khayaban-e-Nishat, Khayaban-e-Shaheen, 26th Street, Khayaban-e-Shaheen, 26th Street and Saba Avenue.
Public Transport Options (Mini Buses): W 21
Popular Commercial Areas Nearby: Seher Commercial, Shahbaz Commercial and Phase 4 Commercial.
Total Length: Around 5 kilometres
Khayaban-e-Hafiz
Starting from the intersection of Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, where the Saudi Consulate is located, Khayaban-e-Hafiz is one of the key routes used by residents of DHA to get to the other important areas of the city like Gizri, Clifton and PIDC and Saddar. It is a stretch of 3 kilometres that intersects and ends at Khayaban-e-Ittehad, connecting two important phases of DHA: Phase 5 and Phase 6. As stated above, Khayaban-e-Hafiz also runs through Shahbaz Commercial, which is one of the most popular commercial areas in Karachi’s DHA, home to a cluster of well-known eateries in the city.
Quick Facts About Khayaban-e-Hafiz
Starting Point: Intersection of Khayaban-e-Shamsheer Road, Near Saudi Consulates General
Ending Point: Khayaban-e-Ittehad
Connected with: Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, Khayaban-e-Bahria, Khayaban-e-Shahbaz, Khayaban-e-Muhafiz and Khayaban-e-Bukhari.
Public Transport Options (Mini Buses): X 10, W 21, Safari Coach, N 4 and Z 2
Khayaban-e-Bahria
Starting from the intersection of Khayaban-e-Ittehad road, stretching all the way to the Sea View beach, Khayaban-e-Bahria is a very important road link in Karachi’s Defence area. It essentially connects the areas of Phase 7, Phase 4, Phase 5 and some parts of Phase 6. Sultan Masjid, which is a significant landmark located of Karachi’s Defence, is also found on Khayaban-e-Bahria at the intersection of Khayaban-e-Hafiz. The very famous DHA Phase 4 commercial is also located adjacent to Khayaban-e-Bahria.
More About DHA Phase 4 Commercial
The bustling commercial market in the area of DHA Phase 4 is one of the oldest commercials in Defence Karachi. It is home to many different types of small grocery shops as well as supermarkets. Waleed Superstore, Partners, Olive and Ajwa are some of the highlights of DHA Phase 4 commercial. Other facilities like commercial banks and money exchangers are also found in the vicinity.
Properties in DHA Phase 4 Commercial
If you are interested in buying a flat in DHA Phase 4 Commercial, it will cost you somewhere around PKR 66 lakh – PKR 3 crore. Similarly, the monthly rent for a flat in Phase 4 Commercial ranges between PKR 33 thousand to PKR 90 thousand, depending on the size, condition and number of bedrooms of the unit.
Quick Facts About Khayaban-e-Bahria
Starting Point: Khayaban-e-Ittehad Road, Phase 7 DHA
Ending Point: Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, Sea View
Connected with: Khayaban-e-Ittehad, Commercial Avenue, Khayaban-e-Hafiz, Khayaban-e-Nishat, Khayaban-e-Shaheen, 26th Street, Khayaban-e-Shaheen, 26th Street and Saba Avenue.
Public Transport Options (Mini Buses): W 21, N 4 and Safari Coach
Popular Commercial Areas Nearby: Phase 4 Commercial, Badar Commercial and Seher Commercial.
Total Length: Around 6 kilometres
26th Street
While discussing the network of roads in DHA Karachi, we can never miss out on mentioning the name “26th street”. Though it is known as a “street,” it, essentially, is a road. Bahria Icon Tower, which is one of the tallest buildings in Karachi, serves as the starting point for 26th street. Stretching over 9 kilometres, this road links the areas of Phase 5, 6 and 8 and ends at Do Darya Wall on Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue. Touheed Commercial and Badar Commercial, which are the two most important commercial areas in DHA Phase 5, are connected with 26th street.
More About Badar Commercial
You might be familiar with the name of Badar Commercial as every other famous eatery of Karachi is opening a branch here. KFC, Mirchilli, Buon Cibo Pie in the Sky, Daily Dubai, Bundoo Khan and Chop Chop Wok are some noteworthy mentions in this concern. Badar Commercial is also one of the liveliest commercials of DHA, which stays open till late at night. In recent years, it has become a hub of many different types of commercial activities. Popular grocery stores like Haji Super Market and Peppi’s Super Store can be found in the vicinity.
Property Options in Badar Commercial
The asking price of a flat in Badar Commercial Area starts from as low as 52 lakh while going as high as PKR 3 crore. On the other hand, in terms of rental flats in Badar Commercial, the monthly rent ranges between PKR 22 thousand and 80 thousand, based on the size and type of flat.
Quick Facts About 26th Street
Starting Point: Bahria Icon Tower
Ending Point: Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, Do Darya Wall
Connected with: Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, Khayaban-e-Tauheed, Khayaban-e-Bahria, Khayaban-e-Shujaat, Khayaban-e-Shahbaz, Khayaban-e-Muhafiz, Khayaban-e-Bukhari, Khayaban-e-Qasim and Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue.
Public Transport Options: X 8, Awan Coach and 20
Popular Commercial Areas Nearby: Tauheed Commercial and Badar Commercial
Total Length: Around 9 kilometres
Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (Sea View Road)
The road is recognised by multiple names such as Sea View Road, Beach Avenue and Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue. It’s one of the busiest roads in DHA Karachi as it runs along Sea View, one of the most famous beaches in Karachi. This particular area is always teeming with tourists.
Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue is a long stretch of about 10 kilometres that starts from Dolmen Mall Clifton and ends nears Golf Club Karachi.
The presence of many famous landmarks in the neighbourhood like Dolmen Mall Clifton, DHA Beach View Club, Chunky Monkey and Salt n Pepper Village Restaurant, the food street of Do Darya and Golf Club Karachi adds to the significance of this road. It is also linked with Emaar Crescent Bay, which is a one-of-its-kind real estate project being developed in DHA Phase 8.
Quick Facts About Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue
Starting Point: Near Dolmen Mall Clifton
Ending Point: Golf Club, DHA Phase 8
Public Transport Options: 20, Safari Coach and N 4
Popular Commercial Areas Nearby: Muslim Commercial, Badar Commercial and Zulfiqar Commercial
Total Length: Around 10 kilometres
We hope our guide on the network of roads in DHA Karachi will make it easier for you to get to your destination. If you think we have missed out on mentioning anything important that can make this piece more helpful for our readers, feel free to share it with us at blog@zameen.com.
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