Home to a well-planned network of roads, state-of-the-art living facilities and robust infrastructure, DHA Karachi is hailed as one of the poshest neighbourhoods of the city. It has always remained one of the top choices among home buyers in Karachi. The strict adherence to the construction bylaws in DHA Karachi ensure every construction activity that is being carried out in the neighbourhood is in line with its master plan. Spanning over 8,000 acres of land, this society is divided into seven phases. Every phase in Defence has one or more than one commercial areas to cater to the needs of the residents. In this blog, we’ll learn about all the popular commercial areas in DHA Karachi.
Most Popular Commercial Areas In DHA Karachi
Let’s list down and discuss some of society’s most popular commercials. Most of the below-listed commercial areas are found in Phase 5 and 6 of DHA.
- Bukhari Commercial (Phase 6)
- Ittehad Commercial (Phase 6)
- Sehar Commercial (Phase 6)
- Nishat Commercial (Phase 6)
- Shahbaz Commercial (Phase 6)
- Muslim Commercial (Phase 6)
- Badar Commercial (Phase 5)
- Tauheed Commercial (Phase 5)
- Zamzama Commercial (Phase 5)
- Khadda Market (Phase 5)
- Phase 4 Commercial (Phase 4)
- Phase 2 Extension Commercial (Phase 2)
Bukhari Commercial
Relatively a new development, Bukhari Commercial is a part of DHA Phase 6. In recent years, it has become one of the most sought after commercial areas in the neighbourhood. Khayaban-e-Shujaat, which is a very popular road link of the area, also runs adjacent to this commercial area. Most of the people visit Bukhari Commercial on a regular basis because of the presence of famous superstores like Springs and Tee Emm.
Due to the increasing popularity of the commercial area, many famous eateries have opened their outlets here. Karachi Haleem, Wingitt, Sobremesa and Dominos are some noteworthy examples in this regard. Beauty and Fitness centres like JY Style Studio, Nina Lotia Salon, Club M and Fitness Edge Gym can also be found in the area.
Some of the key medical facilities nearby Bukhari Commercial include Karachi, Dental Peace, Arif Defence Medical Centre, Memon Medical Institute Hospital (Lab Collection Point DHA Branch) (1.5km-6min), The Circle, Caring for Children, DHA Medical Centre and Dr. Moin Uddin (Skin Care Clinic). It would hardly take you a few minutes to get to the Sea View Beach from the area via main Khayaban-e-Bukhari or using Khayaban-e-Ittehad as an alternate route.
Popular Road Links to Bukhari Commercial
Some popular road links to Bukhari Commercial area include Khayaban-e-Bukhari (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Shujaat (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Muslim (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Shaheen (3 minutes away), 26th Street (5 minutes away), and Khayaban-e-Ittehad Road (5 minutes away)
Ittehad Commercial
Intersected by Khayaban-e-Nishat, Ittehad Commercial is ideally located at Khayaban-e-Ittehad, the road after which the commercial has been named. It’s the busiest and most popular artery of DHA Karachi starting from Axact Chorangi and going all the way to the Village Restaurant at Sea View.
Located in DHA Phase 6, the Ittehad Commercial area is also a newly populated commercial area, which is located in one of the most peaceful parts of DHA Karachi. Ittehad Commercial is in proximity to DHA Creek and Marina Club, which are two of the most famous clubs in the city. For refuelling, you don’t have to go far as at Ittehad Commercial, you’ll always be just a few minutes away from PSO petrol station located in the area. Some of the famous food joints in the area include Burger O’clock, Jardin Restaurant, Juicy Lucy, Chai Pani and the Reserve Hotel.
Popular Road Links to Ittehad Commercial
Popular road links to Ittehad Commercial area are Khayaban-e-Ittehad (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Nishat (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Bukhari (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Hafiz (2 minutes away).
Sehar Commercial
Located at Commercial Avenue, one of the most popular roads of DHA, Sehar Commercial is home to many famous food spots, retail outlets and shops selling grocery and household items. Eateries like Scream, Big Thick Burgerz, Rakaposhi Restaurant and The Burger Shack are some of the key highlights of the area. Sehar Commercial lies in proximity to Defence Authority Degree College and DHACSS Shaikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Campus, which is one of the most popular schools in DHA. Famous nearby recreational spots include Rahat Park and Bukhari Park. It will take you around 15 minutes to get to the Sea View Beach and 20 minutes to reach Do Darya by using the route of Commercial Avenue and Khayaban-e-Ittehad.
Popular Road Links to Sehar Commercial
Some of the popular road links to Sehar Commercial are Khayaban-e-Seher (1 minute away), Commercial Avenue (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Ittehad (3 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Shahbaz (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Rahat (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Bukhari (3 minutes away) and Khayaban-e-Bahria (3 minutes away).
Nishat Commercial
Khayaban-e-Nishat is a very unique khayaban of DHA as it passes diagonally from the neighbourhood. Located near the intersection of Khayaban-e-Shujaat and Khayaban-e-Nishat, Nishat Commercial enjoys a prime location. It is home to a cluster of well-known eateries and retail outlets. D’alma, Babamoo, Pizza Max, Tau’s Restaurant, RPK Events, CHAI CHOWK, Foodicted and Burger King, Nishat. Medical facilities nearby the area include DHA Medical Centre, The Community Medical Center, The Community Clinics, One Step Diagnostics OSD, Aga Khan University Hospital Laboratory. Some amusement and recreational spaces near Nishat Commercial include Nishat Park, Hilal Park, Darakshan Park, Bukhari Park.
Popular Road Links to Nishat Commercial
Some popular road links to Nishat Commercial Area include Khayaban-e-Nishat (1 minute away) Khayaban-e-Shujaat (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Rahat (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Bukhari (5 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Shahbaz (3 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Ittehad (5 minutes away) and Khayaban-e-Shaheen (3 minutes away).
Shahbaz Commercial
Now, let’s talk about Shahbaz Commercial, which is arguably the most popular commercial area of DHA Karachi. It is ideally located on Khayaban-e-Shahbaz, within the heart of DHA Phase 6. These are some of the most obvious reasons why this commercial has become a hub of foodies in the neighbourhood. Restaurants like Ginsoy, Espresso, Cafeela, Subway, Pizza Hut, Bella Vita and Roll-In are some fine examples in this regard.
From vegetable shops to grocery stores, Shahbaz Commercial offers you everything to cater to your day-to-day needs. Medical facilities in the area include Ali Clinic, Pharmacy Plus, Skindulgence Clinic, Arif Medical Centre and Blue Dot Healthcare. Nixor College is only a few minutes drive away from the main Shahbaz Commercial Area, which is another key feature of this commercial. To get to Sea View from Shahbaz Commercial, it will hardly take you around 5-7 minutes, following the route of Khayaban-e-Shahbaz.
Popular Road Links to Shahbaz Commercial
Some highly popular road links to Shahbaz Commercial Area are Khayaban-e-Shahbaz (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Hafiz (1 minute away), Commercial Avenue (3 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Shaheen (2 minutes away) and Khayaban-e-Seher (1 minute away).
Muslim Commercial
One of the best things about the Muslim Commercial Area in DHA Karachi is that it is located right opposite to the Sea View Beach, making this one of the most famous, and easily accessible, picnic spots in Karachi.
Since it is relatively a new development in the locality of DHA Phase 6, most of the apartment buildings in the area are not fully occupied. However, when you are in Muslim Commercial, you are a stone’s throw away from many popular destinations. For instance, it is going to take around 2 minutes to get to the Salt n Pepper Village Restaurant, 5-10 minutes to reach Do Darya through Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue and the same time in the opposite direction to visit the Dolmen Mall Clifton. Family attractions like Captain Sarwar Shaheed Park, Chunky Monkey, Bin Qasim Park, Mc Donald’s Sea View are also found in proximity to the Muslim Commercial Area.
Popular Road Links to Muslim Commercial
Khayaban-e-Muslim (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Bukhari (4 minutes away), Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Ittehad (1 minute away) and 26th Street (5 minutes away) are some of the most popular road links to Muslim Commercial.
Badar Commercial
Located on Khayaban-e-Badar in Defence Phase 5, the area of Badar Commercial also runs along 26th streets, which is one of the most widely used streets of DHA Karachi. It is one of the busiest commercials in DHA Karachi. Most of the shops, restaurants and retail outlets here stay open till late at night. Grocery stores like Haji’s Superstore, Fairway Supermarket, New Kamal Store and Galaxy Mart DHA to facilitate people living nearby. Some of Karachi’s top bakeries are also found in this commercial, for example, Pie In the Sky, Mahmood Sweets and Sohny Bakers.
Badar Commercial is quite famous among foodies in Karachi as it is home to a cluster of some of the city’s most popular eateries. Hot N Crispy, Chips Fast Food, Mirchilli, Daily Dubai Restaurant, Dandee Juice Spot, Bundoo Khan, Chop Chop Wok, Burger Lab and KFC are some noteworthy mentions in this regard. Some medical facilities that come in proximity to Badar Commercial include Metropolis Health, The Healthcare Shop, Hiba Polyclinic and Pharmacy and BEMC International. Furthermore, Sea View Beach is also at a stone’s throw distance from Badar Commercial, which can be reached by using the route of Khayaban-e-Bahria.
Popular Road Links to Badar Commercial
Khayaban-e-Badar (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Bahria (1 minute away), 26th Street (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Shamsheer (4 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Tauheed (7 minutes away) and Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (Sea View Road) (5 minutes away).
Tauheed Commercial
Another very popular commercial of DHA Phase 5 is Tauheed Commercial. It rests along Khayaban-e-Tauheed and is home to some of the neighbourhoods top eateries and retail outlets. Movenpick Ice Cream Parlour and Ideal Bakery can be spotted here while driving on 26th Streets that passes through this commercial. Retail outlets selling furnishing items in Tauheed Commercial include NM Furnishing, The First Floor, Celestial Homes and JF Carpets.
When it comes to food choices, you have plenty of first-rate restaurants in the area to explore. Subway, Biryani Centre, Tikka Inn, Cafe Flo, Cafe Purple Haze, The Valley, Chapli Kabab House, Bread and Cheese Pizza and Zaiqa Inn Restaurant. Famous fitness and healthcare centres in the Tauheed Commercial Area include Lifestyle, Wieder Gym, Yogi Wajahat Institute, Mazhar Fitness Den, Structure Health and Fitness Centre, Adrenaline Gym, Health Enclave Physiotherapy, Medi Life Clinic, Dr. Aliya Haqqani’s Clinic and Ayesha Healthcare centre. Tauheed Commercial is in proximity to Dolmen Mall Clifton, Bin Qasim Park, Sea View Beach, Mc Donald’s (Sea View Branch) and Chunky Monkey. All of these locations can be visited by taking the route of 26th street and Khayaban-e-Shamsheer from the area.
Popular Road Links to Tauheed Commercial
Khayaban-e-Tauheed (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Badar (7 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Bahria (7 minutes away), 26th Street (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Shamsheer (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Mujahid (5 minutes away) and Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (Sea View Road) (5 minutes away) are some of the highly popular road links to Tauheed Commercial.
Zamzama Commercial
Often dubbed as the high street of the city, Zamzama Commercial in Phase 5 is one of the poshest and most famous shopping destinations in Karachi. For a delightful shopping experience, you can head over to Zamzama Shopping Mall, which has a plethora of retail outlets dealing in international clothing and accessories brand, household items and electronic appliances.
Some of the key highlights of Zamzama Commercial include cafes and restaurants like Butlers Chocolate Cafe, Nawab Dynasty Restaurant, For the Love of Coffee (FLOC), Chatterbox by Pie In the Sky, Cafe Sino, Simple Dimple, Roasters, Milano Pizza and Fast Food, Domino’s Pizza and Morocco Lounge. Top healthcare and fitness facilities in Zamzama Commercial are K7 Fitness and Boxing Academy, CrossFit In 5, The Wellness Company, AQ Fitness and SR Fitness Studio. Zamzama Park, which is counted among the most popular parks in Karachi, is also a part of this commercial area.
Taking the route of Zamzama Boulevard, Khayaban-e-Shaheen and Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, it will only take you around 7-10 minutes to get to the Sea View Beach from Zamzama Commercial. Other popular locations near Zamzama Boulevard include Mohatta Palace, Do Talwar (Two Swords), Emerald Mall, Ocean Tower, Boat Basin, Agha’s Super Market and The Forum.
Popular Road Links to Zamzama Commercial
Zamzama Commercial is connected with many important road links in the neighbourhood of DHA Karachi. Zamzama Boulevard (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Shaheen (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Tauheed (3 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Badar (8 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Bahria (7 minutes away), 26th Street (7 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Shamsheer (4 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Mujahid (6 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Hafiz (7 minutes away) and Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (Sea View Road) (10 minutes away) are some fine examples in this concern.
Khadda Market
Khadda Market, also known as Stadium Commercial, is one of the most sought after commercials in DHA Karachi. DA Zamzama Club DHA Hockey Stadium, which is one of Karachi’s most famous sports academies, is also found in the locality of Khadda Market. This commercial in the area of Phase 5 is directly connected to the Sea View Beach by the route of Khayaban-e-Shamsheer.
Close to Khadda Market are the consulates of Turkey and Saudi Arabia, which are counted among the key embassies and consulates in Karachi. Driving along Khayaban-e-Hafiz, which later on converts into Chaudhry Khaliq uz Zaman Road as you move out of DHA in the vicinity of Clifton, you can reach the locality of Gizri in a few minutes.
A cluster of top-rated eateries await to be explored at Khadda Market, for example, Bait Al Mandi, Indus Foods, Rowtisserie, Kaybees DHA, Hot N Spicy, Big Bash, Baklava Sweets, Chips and Dips, Red Apple Khadda Market and The Waffle Wich. Since most of these eateries remain open till late at night, it is also counted among one of the most famous night spots in the City of Lights. Famous healthcare facilities and fitness centres in the locality include Reflex Fitness Centre, Get Smart Gym Phase 5, Fitness and Herbs, The Health Act, Dr Ziauddin Laboratory, Clinic and Pharmacy, Defence Specialist Clinic, Burki Dental Clinic, Laser Star Hair Transplant Centre, LRBT House and Aga Khan University Hospital Laboratory.
Popular Road Links to Khadda Market (Stadium Commercial Area)
Enjoying one of DHA’s most central locations, the popular road links to Khadda Market include Khayaban-e-Shamsheer (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Shaheen (2 minutes away) Khayaban-e-Hafiz (2 minutes away from the route of service lane), Zamzama Boulevard (5 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Tauheed (4 minutes away), Chaudhry Khaliq uz Zaman Road (8 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Bahria (8 minutes away), 26th Street (6 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Mujahid (6 minutes away), and Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue (Sea View Road) (12 minutes away).
DHA Phase 4 Commercial
It is one of the oldest commercials of Defence, Karachi, which is completely developed. The locality itself gives you an old school feeling. One of the key features of this commercial is its unique layout. Unlike any other commercial in DHA, Phase 4 Commercial is based on around 1 kilometre long strip of residential and mixed-use buildings surrounded by bungalows on both sides.
This commercial area starts from Khayaban-e-Bahria and runs all the way to the first commercial lane. Bakeries like Pie In the Sky, H&H Bakers and New French Bakery are serving in the area. Nisar Shaheed Park, which is the most popular urban open space in Karachi, is also located at a distance of a few metres from this commercial. Chunky Monkey, one of the city’s most famous amusement parks, is also found in Phase 4 Commercial.
Some of the most famous eateries near the Phase 4 commercial area include Khatri Food Corner, Biryani Mastani, Zamzam Piyala Hotel, Sherry Chat, Hot N Pepper, Merath Kabab House, Big Thick Burgerz, Scream and Rakaposhi Restaurant. Popular Grocery Store in the neighbourhood includes Ajwa Super Store, Olive SuperStore, Waleed Super Store and A-1 Superstore. DHA’s many famous healthcare facilities and fitness centres are found in the locality, for example, Ali Clinic, Pro Care Dental Clinic, Khizar Eye Clinic and Optics, Pulse Gym, Fitness Zone, Fitness Must and The Sher Khan Gym. Getting to the Sea View Beach from DHA Phase 4 will take you around 15 minutes’ drive.
Popular Road Links to DHA Phase 4
Ideally located just a few-minute drive away from KPT Interchange and Axact Chorangi, Phase 4 is well-connected with the rest of the city. Some of the popular road links to DHA Phase 4 Commercial include 26th Golf Course Lane (1 minute away), Commercial Avenue (2 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Bahria (3 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Jami (5 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Ittehad (7 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Badar (4 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Shahbaz (7 minutes away) and Khayaban-e-Badban (3 minutes away).
Phase 2 Extension (Commercial)
One of the key reasons that make Phase 2 Extension one of the busiest commercial areas in DHA Karachi is its location. The locality is directly linked with Korangi Road by the route of Khayaban-e-Ittehad. While getting into DHA from the area of Qayyumabad or the intersection of Axact Chowrangi, this would be the very first commercial of the neighbourhood you’ll enter. Commercial outlets like Bata and Zubaidas can be found on main Khayaban-e-Ittehad, passing through this commercial. For grocery shopping, you can even head over to Imtiaz Shopping Centre, which is also only a few minutes away from the Phase 2 Extension.
Branches of some of the most famous bakeries of the city are also found in DHA Phase 2 extension. Hobnob, Delizia, Blue Ribbon Bakery and United Bakery are a few noteworthy mentions in this regard. The locality is home to many popular educational institutes including Inspire Education Centre, Eureka Language Learning Institute and Arena Multimedia DHA Phase 2 Campus. Dairy shops and eateries like Rahat Milk Corner, Dayfresh Milk outlet, A-One Snack 2, KFC Ittehad, Pizza Hut, Master Juice, Spicy Cafe, Delhi Nihari and Pizza Bite significantly adds to the prominence of this commercial among foodies.
Some well-known healthcare facilities and fitness centres nearby by the area are Fatima Dental Hospital, PNS Shifa, Best Healthcare Solutions, Fitness Extreme, Flex Fitness Gym and Body Image Fitness Studio. You can take the straight route of Khayaban Ittehad from Phase 2 Extension to reach the Sea View Beach or Do Darya in about 15-20 minutes, depending on the traffic.
Popular Road Links to Phase 2 Extension
Since Phase 2 Extension is located just a stone’s throw away from the KPT Interchange, it is surrounded by some very famous road links in the area including Khayaban-e-Ittehad (1 minute away), Khayaban-e-Jami (2 minutes away), Korangi Road (2 minutes away), Sunset Boulevard Road (4 minutes away), Khayaban-e-Bahria (4 minutes away), and Khayaban-e-Shahbaz (5 minutes away).
Flats For Sale In DHA Karachi
As the commercial areas in DHA Karachi mostly feature residential and mixed-use buildings, with property options including 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed and 4-bed units available for home buyers in the neighbourhood.
When looking for flats for sale in DHA Karachi, you’ll mostly come across a price range of PKR 40 lakh – PKR 3 crore for buying a 1 bedroom apartment. To buy a 2-bedroom apartment, you’ll have to pay as low as PKR 50 lakh and as high as 4.6 crore. If you are going for a 3-bedroom flat and 4 bedroom flat for sale in DHA Karachi, which are more spacious property options, they’ll cost you around PKR 1.6 crore and PKR 2 crore on average.
Flats for Rent In DHA Karachi
Tenants, who wish to dwell in DHA Karachi, can also go with the option of rental apartments in the area. They are available at affordable rates, which are quite less than the average cost of renting a house in Defence. In this regard, you’ll have many options to explore. For instance, a 1-bedroom apartment in the area starts on PKR 15,000 per month. On the other hand, a 2-bedroom apartment can be rented out for as low as PKR 25,000. Similarly, if you are looking for a more spacious living space, you can look for 3-bedroom and 4 bedroom apartments in the area, the monthly rents of which starts at PKR 40,000 and PKR 50,000, respectively.
This brings us to the end of our overview of the most popular commercial areas in DHA Karachi. Leave us your feedback and feel free to ask us questions you may have by emailing us at blog@zameen.com.
On a side note, if you are a dweller of the City of Gardens, you might be interested in reading a similar blog on commercial areas in DHA Lahore.
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