Surjani Town is a popular neighbourhood in Gadap Town Karachi that offers affordable buying and rental options along with the amenities essential for a comfortable life. This is why Surjani Town and Gulshan-e-Maymar are ranked as some of the most popular areas in Gadap Town as per the recent Zameen.com search trends. In this blog, we will discuss why these areas are considered popular options.
What makes Surjani Town the Most Popular Area in Gadap Town Karachi?
Gadap Town is spread over an area of 1200 sq km and is considered to be one of the biggest towns in the city. The Gadap Town comprises 8 union councils, out of which there are some housing areas that are densely populated. These residential areas include Surjani Town, Ahsanabad, Gulshan-e-Maymar and Taiser Town.
As per Zameen’s data of buying trends in Gadap Town Karachi, Surjani Town tops the list. Let us know the reason behind the area’s popularity.
Well-connected to Major Roads
People when choosing a house as their abode look for accessibility. One of the major reasons why Surjani Town is considered to be the most sought-after area when it comes to buying property is its easy access to some of the major thoroughfares of the city. The Town is well-connected with Karachi Northern Bypass and Karachi-Hyderabad Motorway, which makes it easier for people living in Surjani Town to commute to the main city.
Places of Worship
The importance of easy accessibility to places of worship can’t be denied in a traditional Pakistani housing community. There are many mosques in Surjani Town, almost in every sector, and that too, at a walking distance, which makes it easier for residents to travel to nearby mosques to offer prayers five times a day.
Some of the notable mosques in the area are Jamia masjid Muabarak, Jamia masjid Qamr-un-nisa and Bab-ul-Islam masjid. For the Christian community, there are churches as well. Ephesus church of Pakistan, Wise Baptist church, ARP and River of Life Church of Pakistan are some of the popular places of worship.
Schools and Educational Institutions
One of the major reasons why Surjani Town is the most popular area in Gadap Town Karachi is the availability of schools and educational institutions in the area. Families with kids prefer buying a house in Surjani Town because they can enroll their kids in schools within the housing community. For seeking better education, young children do not need to travel to schools and educational institutions in other areas.
TCF School, Little Heaven Public School, ABS Grammar School and The Nice School are some of the popular schools in the area. There are a few colleges and institutes of higher education as well in Surjani Town. Govt. Degree College for Girls, Govt. Degree Boys College, Fatima Girls College and Government Degree Boys College are some of the names in this regard.
Hospitals and Clinics
Another reason that makes Surjani Town a top choice for investors is the presence of numerous medical clinics and hospitals. People who live in Surjani Town do not need to travel long distances to seek medical facilities.
That is why they choose this residential area for investment purposes. Sindh Government Hospital, Barkhia Memorial Hospital, Al Mujeeb Hospital, Hassan Hospital, Mehrunnisa Paralysis Hospital and Abdullah Abad Hospital are some of the prominent hospitals in Surjani Town.
Investment Opportunities in Surjani Town Karachi
A reason why people want to buy property in Gadap Town is that the area offers relatively affordable housing units. Some people buy a plot and later build a house or resell it for better return on investments.
Let us take a closer look at the property prices in Surjani Town Karachi. There are 120 sq yd, 240 sq yd plots for sale in Surjani Town. People who wish to invest in a smaller plot in Surjani Town can buy a 120 sq yd plot with prices ranging from PKR 6 lakh to PKR 48 lakh. For plots of bigger area sizes, you can buy a 240 sq yd plot having prices starting from PKR 17 lakh to PKR 1.25 crore.
A 120 sq yd house can be bought from anywhere between PKR 38 lakh to PKR 80 lakh. If you are interested in buying a 240 sq yd house in Surjani Town then prices vary between PKR 1.2 crore to PKR 1.8 crore.
What makes Gulshan-e-Maymar the Best Area to Rent Property in Gadap Town Karachi?
One of the most popular areas of Karachi, Gulshan-e-Maymar is famous for its beautifully designed parks, greenery and serenity. Known as “mini Islamabad,” it is developed along similar lines as that of the capital, comprising a total of 10 sectors.
As per Zameen’s data of rental trends in Gadap Town Karachi, Gulshan-e-Maymar tops the list. What makes this locality a much-wanted abode is a serene environment that it offers to its residents. Let us look at other reasons that convince people to search for rental options in Gulshan-e-Maymar Karachi.
Peaceful Area
Peacefulness is rare to find in a bustling city of Karachi. That is one reason that makes Gulshan-e-Maymar a top priority for investors. Tucked away from the main city, it offers its residents peaceful surroundings, greenery and wide clean roads. People who love nature and want to live away from the commotion of the main city choose Gulshan-e-Maymar as their residence.
Beautiful Family Parks
What adds serenity to the environment? Beautifully landscaped family parks. Fortunately, the spaces are located in almost every sector of Maymar. Another plus is the presence of Dreamworld Family Resort, which is in Sector W of Gulshan-e-Maymar. An area of 86.2 acres has been reserved for the development of parks and playgrounds.
Some of the most famous parks in the area are Chatree Park in Sector V, the unnamed park in Sector U and the Roman Fountain Park, which has a unique design based on Roman architecture. People living in Gulshan-e-Maymar can never get bored as they can spend their evenings in any of these parks and spend quality time with their families.
Availability of Schools and Educational Institutions
People choose a rental unit in Maymar because of easy access to basic amenities like schools and educational institutions. You will find many schools in the neighbourhood. Depending upon your child’s age group you can enroll them in Dar-e-Arqam, the Happy Palace school, Beacon Light Academy and Sir Syed School.
Secure Community
Another major reason for getting a house on rent in Gulshan-e-Maymar is security. Guards keep a close watch on people entering and leaving the neighbourhood while a police van also patrols the street 24/7. Moreover, outsiders, including vendors riding carts, aren’t allowed in the residential area without proper identification. All of these measures are in place to ensure the safety and security of Maymar’s residents.
Well-constructed Houses Available for Rent
Why do people prefer buying a house on rent in Gulshan-e-Maymar? Mainly, because the houses are well-constructed with cheaper rentals. People who prefer living in spacious houses but with a lesser price tag, go for a rental house in the area. Let us look at the rental prices in Gulshan-e-Maymar.
If you are looking to rent a smaller unit, then a 120 sq yd house is available for rent with a price ranging from PKR 18 thousand to PKR 30 thousand. A 240 sq yd house has a rental price of PKR 30 thousand to PKR 60 thousand.
Now that you know what makes Surjani Town and Gulshan-e-Maymar the most popular areas in Gadap Town, which locality would you opt for? Feel free to send us your answers at blog@zameen.com. Do subscribe to Zameen Blog, the best real estate blog in Pakistan.
