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How much does house finishing cost per sq ft in Pakistan in 2026? This guide compares A, B and C category rates item by item, covers Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore, explains grey structure vs finishing cost, and gives finishing budgets for 5 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal houses.
What does construction labour cost per sq ft in Pakistan in 2026? This guide covers theka rates for Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore, mason and trade daily wages, finishing labour rates, labour cost for 5 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal houses, and labour-only vs with-material contracts.
A double-storey 10 marla grey structure costs roughly Rs 92 lakh to Rs 1.19 crore with material in late 2026. See cement, steel and brick quantities, plus labour-only costs for Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore.
A double-storey 5 marla grey structure costs roughly Rs 53–68 lakh with material in late 2026. See how many cement bags, bricks and kg of steel you need, plus labour-only costs for Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore.
By Maham Imtiaz
Real Estate AnalystVerified author
9 min read
The 1 kanal house is Islamabad's signature family home: a large double-storey house with six or more bedrooms, a lawn and space for several cars. In August 2026, the average 1 kanal house in Islamabad cost about PKR 13.78 crore, up about 5 percent in a year. That average hides a very wide range, from about PKR 7.6 crore in outer Bahria Town phases to more than PKR 34 crore in F-7.
For the wider picture of the city's sectors and societies, read Milkiyat's Islamabad property and investment guide. This guide sets out the 1 kanal house price in Islamabad by sector and society in 2026, what a 50x90 house usually includes, brand new options and the full cost of buying.
The table below is a Milkiyat.com finding, based on average 1 kanal house prices and listings across Islamabad in July to October 2026.
| Sector or society | Average or typical price (PKR) | Change in a year |
|---|---|---|
| Bahria Town Phase 8 | About 7.6 crore (avg) | |
| Naval Anchorage | About 8.49 crore (avg) | About +10% |
| Bani Gala | About 8.9 crore (avg) | |
| Bahria Town (Rawalpindi phases) | About 8.95 crore (avg, March 2026) | |
| DHA Phase 5 | About 10.45 crore (avg) | |
| Gulberg (Gulberg Residencia) | About 10.75 to 16 crore | |
| DHA Phase 2 | About 12.29 crore (avg) | |
| E-11 | About 15.02 crore (avg) | About +6% |
| G-13 | About 15.5 to 16.2 crore | |
| F-10 | About 16.5 to 26 crore (median about 21 crore) | |
| D-12 | About 26.13 crore (avg) | About +19% |
| F-7 | About 34.49 crore (avg) | About +19% |
The 1 kanal house price in Islamabad in the older F sectors and D-12 is three to four times higher than in Bahria Town, Naval Anchorage or Bani Gala.
A 50x90 house for sale in Islamabad stands on a 4,500 sq ft plot of about 500 square yards, the standard 1 kanal plot in CDA and FGEHA sectors.
| Feature | Typical 1 kanal (50x90) house |
|---|---|
| Plot | About 500 sq yd |
| Covered area | About 6,000 to 8,000 sq ft, double storey, more with a basement |
| Bedrooms | 6 to 8, often in two units |
| Extras | Lawn, drawing and dining rooms, servant quarters, store |
| Parking | Three to five cars |
Many 1 kanal houses are built as double units with separate kitchens and meters on each floor, and newer houses often add a basement, solar systems and central heating and cooling.
A 1 kanal house for sale in F 7 Islamabad is among the most expensive in Pakistan. The average was about PKR 34.49 crore in August 2026, up about 19 percent in a year, driven by F-7's central location near Jinnah Super, schools and the Diplomatic Enclave.
A 1 kanal house for sale in D 12 Islamabad averaged about PKR 26.13 crore in September 2026, up about 19 percent in a year. D-12's Margalla views and modern houses put it close to the older F sectors.
A 1 kanal house for sale in E 11 Islamabad averaged about PKR 15.02 crore in July 2026, up about 6 percent in a year. E-11 is made up of private cooperative societies, so verify the title with the relevant society.
A 1 kanal house for sale in G 13 Islamabad asked about PKR 15.5 to 16.2 crore in late 2026. Supply is limited, as most G-13 plots are smaller, and transfers go through FGEHA.
A 1 kanal house for sale in DHA Islamabad averaged about PKR 12.29 crore in DHA Phase 2 and PKR 10.45 crore in DHA Phase 5. Brand new 1 kanal houses in Phase 2 asked about PKR 10.5 to 13.9 crore, with corner houses and houses with pools at the top.
A 1 kanal house for sale in Bahria Town Islamabad averaged about PKR 8.95 crore across the Rawalpindi phases in March 2026 and about PKR 7.6 crore in Phase 8 in September 2026. In Bahria Enclave, a brand new designer house in Sector C asked about PKR 11 crore.
A 1 kanal house for sale in Gulberg Greens Islamabad is mostly in the Gulberg Residencia blocks. In late 2026, houses asked about PKR 10.75 crore in Block C, PKR 11.25 to 12.95 crore in Block J and about PKR 16 crore for luxury furnished houses in Block E, while a brand new owner-built house asked about PKR 14 crore.
A 1 kanal house for sale in Naval Anchorage Islamabad averaged about PKR 8.49 crore in September 2026, about PKR 18,900 per sq ft, and a brand new 6-bedroom house asked about PKR 8 to 8.2 crore.
A 1 kanal house for sale in Bani Gala Islamabad averaged about PKR 8.9 crore in September 2026. Bani Gala is not a planned sector, so verify land records, approvals and the access road carefully.
To compare houses on the market now, browse every 1 kanal house for sale in Islamabad on Milkiyat.
A brand new 1 kanal house for sale in Islamabad is available in most areas, at a premium over older houses.
| New house | Area | Asking price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand new 1 kanal | Naval Anchorage | About 8 to 8.2 crore |
| Brand new designer 1 kanal | Bahria Enclave, Sector C | About 11 crore |
| Brand new 1 kanal | DHA Phase 2 | About 10.5 to 13.9 crore |
| Brand new 1 kanal with basement | Gulberg Residencia, Block J | About 12.75 crore |
| Brand new owner-built 1 kanal | Gulberg Residencia | About 14 crore |
Building yourself is another option, but a 1 kanal house takes 18 months or more. At October 2026 construction rates of about PKR 4,450 per sq ft, a 6,000 sq ft double-storey house would cost roughly PKR 2.7 crore to build, plus the plot and approvals. You can run your own figures with Milkiyat's construction cost calculator.
A 1 kanal house for sale in Islamabad by owner can save the agent's commission, about 1 percent, which is roughly PKR 8 lakh to more than PKR 30 lakh at these prices. Many brand new houses in DHA, Bahria Enclave and Gulberg are sold directly by the owner-builder. For help comparing streets and checking titles, you can contact local real estate agents in Islamabad through Milkiyat.
| Cost | Typical rate for filers | On a PKR 14 crore house |
|---|---|---|
| Advance tax under section 236K | About 1.5% of FBR value | Up to about 21 lakh |
| ICT stamp duty | About 1% | About 14 lakh |
| Agent commission | About 1%, if used | About 14 lakh |
| Transfer fee | Set by CDA, FGEHA or the society | Varies |
Budget about 3.5 to 4.5 percent on top of the price. For houses on registry land, the sale deed is registered with the ICT administration, as set out in its guidance on registration of deed.
| Check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Plot size and covered area | Some "1 kanal" listings are 1.1 kanal or smaller |
| Owner's CNIC and title | Confirms the seller owns the house |
| Approved building plan | Basements and extra floors may not be approved |
| Structure, damp and wiring | Repairs are costly in large older houses |
| Dues and utilities | Arrears can delay transfer |
About PKR 13.78 crore in August 2026, up about 5 percent in a year.
Bahria Town Phase 8, Naval Anchorage and Bani Gala, where averages were about PKR 7.6 to 8.9 crore.
About PKR 12.29 crore on average in DHA Phase 2 and PKR 10.45 crore in DHA Phase 5.
About PKR 34.49 crore on average in August 2026.
About PKR 15.5 to 16.2 crore in late 2026.
Disclaimer: This guide is for general information only. Prices, construction costs, tax rates and regulations change, and the prices shown are averages and asking prices, not confirmed deals. Before buying, independently verify ownership, approvals, dues and taxes with the CDA, FGEHA or the relevant society, FBR and qualified professionals. Milkiyat.com gives no guarantee of accuracy and this guide is not legal or financial advice.