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10 Marla Grey Structure Cost in Pakistan: Material Quantities & Labour
By Laraib Noor
Real Estate Analyst
23 min read
Ten marla is the benchmark plot for serious home builders in Pakistan. It is large enough for a comfortable double-storey family home, often with a basement or a separate portion, yet still manageable as a single project. It is also where budgets start to run into crores, which is why the grey structure estimate matters so much. A 10 percent mistake on a 10 marla grey structure is not a rounding error; it is Rs 10 to Rs 12 lakh.
This guide explains the 10 marla grey structure cost the way a contractor's bill of quantities would: how many cement bags, how much steel and how many bricks you need, what each costs in late 2026, and how labour-only and with-material contracts compare. You can start with a quick baseline by running your plan through the Milkiyat Construction Cost Calculator, then use the sections below to test any quotation against realistic numbers for Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore.
A word of caution before we begin. Published material quantities for a 10 marla house differ enormously: cement estimates run from under 1,000 bags to well over 2,000, and steel from about 5.5 tonnes to nearly 19 tonnes. Those gaps are not typos. They come from different covered areas (from about 3,200 sq ft up to 4,600 sq ft for premium designs), different structural systems, basements, wall thicknesses and slab types. We use planning bands for a typical double-storey house of about 3,300 sq ft covered area, and we explain how to adjust them. Your structural engineer's drawings always overrule any general estimate.
10 Marla Grey Structure Cost in Pakistan 2026: Quick Answer
| Item | Planning figure (double-storey, about 3,300 sq ft covered, no basement) |
|---|---|
| Grey structure with material | Rs 92 lakh – 1.19 crore (Rs 2,800 – 3,600 per sq ft) |
| Labour-only grey structure | Rs 18 – 33 lakh (Rs 550 – 1,000 per sq ft) |
| Cement | About 1,300 – 1,700 bags (50 kg) |
| Steel (Grade 60) | About 9,000 – 12,500 kg |
| Bricks (first class) | About 65,000 – 90,000 |
| Typical construction time | Often around 5 to 8 months for a double-storey shell, depending on funding, design and weather |
For context, 2026 builder calculators put a standard Lahore 10 marla grey structure at roughly Rs 98 lakh to Rs 1.11 crore, other Lahore guides quote anything from Rs 83 lakh to Rs 1.15 crore depending on specification, and Zameen's mid-2026 estimate for a 10 marla house in Islamabad shows grey structure material cost of about Rs 74 lakh before the grey-structure share of labour. Our range sits across these.
What Is a 10 Marla House? Plot Size and Covered Area
A 10 marla plot is about 2,250 sq ft when a marla is counted as 225 sq ft, which is common in Lahore and many housing societies, and about 2,722 sq ft when the traditional 272.25 sq ft marla is used. Always confirm which unit applies to your plot and use the Milkiyat Area Unit Converter to avoid costly mistakes.
Cost is driven by covered area, not plot area. A typical double-storey 10 marla house has about 3,200 to 3,500 sq ft of covered area. Premium designs with large terraces, double-height lounges, a basement or a third-floor portion can go beyond 4,000 sq ft. We use 3,300 sq ft as the base case, which matches several published estimates. If your design has more or less covered area, scale proportionally: each extra 100 sq ft adds roughly Rs 3 to Rs 3.6 lakh with material.
What Is Included in the Grey Structure of a 10 Marla House?
For a 10 marla house, grey structure normally covers:
- Site preparation, excavation, soil compaction and anti-termite treatment
- Foundations, plinth beams, damp-proof course and filling
- Columns, beams, lintels and RCC roof slabs on every floor
- Brick or block masonry for external and internal walls
- Staircase structure, parapet walls and, where designed, retaining walls
- Internal and external plaster
- Rough electrical conduiting and plumbing pipes (confirm in writing, because some contractors price services separately)
- Curing and site supervision
Finishing is separate: tiles and flooring, paint, doors and windows, kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, false ceilings, fixtures and fittings, the main gate and elevation work. For a 10 marla house these can add up to as much as the shell, and often more.
10 Marla Grey Structure Cost by City (2026)
The table applies current market ranges to 3,300 sq ft of covered area, double storey, no basement.
| City | Grey structure rate with material (per sq ft) | 10 marla grey structure with material | Labour-only (per sq ft) | 10 marla labour-only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | Rs 3,200 – 3,600 | Rs 1.06 – 1.19 crore | Rs 700 – 1,000 | Rs 23.1 – 33.0 lakh |
| Rawalpindi | Rs 3,200 – 3,600 | Rs 1.06 – 1.19 crore | Rs 700 – 1,000 | Rs 23.1 – 33.0 lakh |
| Lahore | Rs 2,800 – 3,500 | Rs 92.4 lakh – 1.16 crore | Rs 550 – 850 | Rs 18.2 – 28.1 lakh |
10 Marla Grey Structure Cost in Islamabad
Islamabad is the most expensive of the three. Q4 2026 rate cards put standard A-grade grey structure at about Rs 3,200 to Rs 3,600 per sq ft with material, which means roughly Rs 1.06 to Rs 1.19 crore for a 3,300 sq ft house. Mixed and in places rocky subsoil slows excavation and makes foundations work harder, labour is about Rs 150 per sq ft above Lahore, and society approvals and inspections add cost and time. One Islamabad-focused estimator lists a base grey cost of about Rs 3,222 per covered sq ft for a 10 marla model, which fits our lower band.
Where you build matters. Societies such as Bahria Enclave, DHA Gandhara, Gulberg Greens and Margalla Enclave each apply their own building rules, approval fees and completion deadlines. Many 10 marla owners also add a basement, which is priced separately and at a higher rate (see below). For the wider market, the Islamabad city page on Milkiyat shows what is available.
10 Marla Grey Structure Cost in Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi follows Islamabad closely because the two cities share a labour pool, similar subsoil and a similar supplier network. Expect quotes in the Rs 3,200 to Rs 3,600 per sq ft range for standard specification. Older neighbourhoods with narrow lanes can cost more because of material access and storage constraints, while newer societies with wide roads are easier to build in. The Rawalpindi city page is a good place to compare areas.
10 Marla Grey Structure Cost in Lahore
Lahore's rates are the most openly published. October 2026 builder rate cards cluster between about Rs 2,800 and Rs 3,500 per sq ft for grey structure with material, with a standard A-grade rate near Rs 3,300 and DHA Lahore around Rs 3,500. At those rates a 3,300 sq ft house lands between roughly Rs 92 lakh and Rs 1.16 crore. Contractors report that DHA-type inspection and architect requirements can add about 15 to 18 percent over open LDA areas. For local context, see the Lahore city page.
10 Marla Grey Structure Material Quantity: What You Actually Need
These are planning bands for a double-storey 10 marla house of about 3,300 to 3,500 sq ft, drawn from several 2026 estimates and common contractor rules of thumb. Use them to sense-check a quotation. They are not a structural BOQ.
How Many Cement Bags for a 10 Marla House?
Most 2026 estimates for a standard double-storey 10 marla house fall between about 1,250 and 1,650 bags of 50 kg cement. A builder quantity table for a 3,200 sq ft house shows about 1,220 to 1,410 bags, another popular guide uses about 1,500 bags, and an Islamabad estimator uses about 1,616 bags. The rule of thumb of roughly 0.4 to 0.5 bags per sq ft gives about 1,320 to 1,650 bags for 3,300 sq ft. Figures well above 2,000 bags usually belong to larger, premium or basement designs.
Planning band: 1,300 to 1,700 bags.
How Much Steel for a 10 Marla House?
Steel is the most expensive single material in the grey structure and the number that varies most. Quantity tables for a 3,200 sq ft house show about 9 to 11.5 tonnes, an Islamabad estimator uses about 10.8 tonnes, and other 2026 estimates give 12 to 14 tonnes for a heavier A-grade design. A premium 4,600 sq ft design is modelled at around 19 tonnes. Older guides that mention 5.5 tonnes assume a lighter structure or a different slab system and should not be used for a modern double-storey with RCC slabs.
Planning band: 9,000 to 12,500 kg of Grade 60 rebar, about 2.5 to 3.8 kg per sq ft, plus roughly 200 to 300 kg of binding wire. The final number depends on spans, column layout, seismic detailing and any basement or retaining walls.
How Many Bricks for a 10 Marla House?
Estimates for the same house range from about 61,000 to 70,500 bricks in a detailed quantity table, to 85,000 in several widely repeated guides, and up to 95,000 or more for thick walls and extensive boundary work. The difference comes mainly from wall thickness: a 9-inch wall uses roughly 9 bricks per sq ft and a 4.5-inch wall about 4.5, before wastage.
Planning band: 65,000 to 90,000 first-class bricks. If the same contract includes boundary walls, retaining walls or a basement, add to this.
Sand, Crush and Other Items
For a house of this size, plan roughly 5,500 to 7,000 cubic feet of sand and 3,500 to 4,500 cubic feet of crush. Published estimates run from about 7,000 cft of sand and 3,200 cft of crush to 6,075 cft and 4,556 cft in other models, depending on mix design and plaster volume. In the twin cities, Margalla crush is common and priced differently from Lahore. Add binding wire, water, curing materials, damp-proofing, anti-termite treatment and shuttering consumables.
10 Marla Grey Structure Material Quantity: Summary Table
| Material | Planning band (about 3,300 sq ft, G+1) | Main use |
|---|---|---|
| Cement | 1,300 – 1,700 bags (50 kg) | Concrete, mortar, plaster |
| Steel (Grade 60) | 9,000 – 12,500 kg | Footings, columns, beams, slabs |
| Bricks (first class) | 65,000 – 90,000 | External and internal walls |
| Sand | 5,500 – 7,000 cft | Concrete, mortar, plaster |
| Crush | 3,500 – 4,500 cft | Concrete |
| Binding wire | 200 – 300 kg | Steel tying |
To use this table, compare your contractor's BOQ line by line. If steel is far below 9,000 kg for a full double-storey, ask which structural drawings it is based on. If cement is far above 1,800 bags, ask whether a basement, retaining walls or a boundary wall are in scope.
10 Marla Grey Structure Material Cost in 2026
Recent market ranges are:
- Cement: about Rs 1,450 to Rs 1,550 per 50 kg bag in most cities, within a national retail range of roughly Rs 1,375 to Rs 1,610 through mid-2026.
- Steel (Grade 60): about Rs 255 to Rs 280 per kg, with mill rates through 2026 mostly between Rs 250,000 and Rs 280,000 per tonne.
- Bricks: about Rs 18 to Rs 24 per first-class brick, depending on kiln and distance.
- Sand, crush and other items: highly local. Get dealer quotes for your site.
| Material | Low case | Mid case | High case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cement | 1,300 bags × Rs 1,450 = Rs 18.9 lakh | 1,500 bags × Rs 1,500 = Rs 22.5 lakh | 1,700 bags × Rs 1,550 = Rs 26.4 lakh |
| Steel | 9,000 kg × Rs 255 = Rs 23.0 lakh | 10,800 kg × Rs 265 = Rs 28.6 lakh | 12,500 kg × Rs 280 = Rs 35.0 lakh |
| Bricks | 65,000 × Rs 18 = Rs 11.7 lakh | 78,000 × Rs 21 = Rs 16.4 lakh | 90,000 × Rs 24 = Rs 21.6 lakh |
| Sand, crush, wire, misc. (indicative) | Rs 12 lakh | Rs 15 lakh | Rs 19 lakh |
| Material subtotal | about Rs 65.6 lakh | about Rs 82.5 lakh | about Rs 102 lakh |
The sand, crush and miscellaneous line is an indicative allowance, so replace it with actual dealer quotes. Steel is the biggest swing factor: a Rs 15 per kg move changes the bill by about Rs 1.6 lakh on a 10,800 kg job.
10 Marla Grey Structure Labour Cost
Labour covers masonry, steel fixing, shuttering and centering, concreting, plastering and curing. In 2026, labour-only grey structure is quoted at about Rs 550 to Rs 850 per sq ft in Lahore, with some rate cards at Rs 650 to Rs 850, and about Rs 150 per sq ft more in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, roughly Rs 700 to Rs 1,000.
| City | Labour rate (per sq ft) | 10 marla labour-only (3,300 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Lahore | Rs 550 – 850 | Rs 18.2 – 28.1 lakh |
| Islamabad / Rawalpindi | Rs 700 – 1,000 | Rs 23.1 – 33.0 lakh |
Labour is typically about one-fifth to one-quarter of the full with-material rate. If a quote is far below this band, ask who supervises quality and how rework is handled. If it is far above, ask what is included beyond standard grey structure work.
10 Marla Grey Structure With Material vs Labour-Only
| With material | Labour only | |
|---|---|---|
| Who buys material | Contractor | You |
| Typical 10 marla cost (3,300 sq ft) | Rs 92 lakh – 1.19 crore | Rs 18 – 33 lakh for labour, plus about Rs 66 – 102 lakh for materials |
| Management effort | Low | High |
| Price risk | Fixed at signing | You carry it |
| Quality risk | Hidden substitution if scope is vague | Easier to verify materials, but workmanship needs checking |
| Best for | Overseas owners, busy professionals | Owners near the site who can supervise daily |
On a project this size, the logistics of buying about 1,500 bags of cement, 10 tonnes of steel and 80,000 bricks are not trivial: storage, theft, delivery timing and wastage become real issues. A hybrid approach is common: buy steel and cement yourself against documented receipts, and let the contractor supply bricks, sand and crush.
10 Marla Double Storey Grey Structure Cost: Worked Example
Take a double-storey 10 marla house of 3,300 sq ft in Islamabad, no basement.
Option A: with material. 3,300 sq ft × Rs 3,500 per sq ft = about Rs 1.155 crore. Add a 10 percent contingency (Rs 11.6 lakh), for a planning budget of roughly Rs 1.27 crore.
Option B: labour-only. Labour at Rs 900 per sq ft = about Rs 29.7 lakh. Materials in the mid case = about Rs 82.5 lakh. Total about Rs 1.12 crore, plus a 10 percent contingency (about Rs 11.2 lakh), for roughly Rs 1.23 crore, with considerably more work on your side.
Both land in the same neighbourhood, which is reassuring. If a quote is far from this, find out which line differs. Not included in either option: finishing, boundary wall and gate, septic tank and water tank if priced separately, utility connections, architect and engineer fees and society approval charges. If part of the budget will be financed, the Milkiyat Home Loan Calculator can show the monthly impact.
Basement and Single-Storey Options for a 10 Marla House
Basement. Many 10 marla plans, particularly in Islamabad, include a basement for parking, storage or a servant area. Basement grey work is priced per sq ft of basement area at a higher rate than above-ground work; recent Islamabad rate cards show roughly Rs 4,200 to Rs 4,500 per sq ft for standard work. A basement of about 1,700 sq ft would therefore add roughly Rs 71 to Rs 77 lakh, along with more cement and steel for retaining walls and waterproofing. If you want a basement, include it in the structural design from day one.
Single storey. A single-storey 10 marla house has roughly 1,700 to 2,000 sq ft of covered area depending on setbacks, so at Rs 3,300 per sq ft the grey structure would be roughly Rs 56 to Rs 66 lakh. Foundations and plinth work are fixed costs, so a single-storey house costs more per sq ft than a double-storey. If you may add a floor later, tell your engineer now so the foundation and columns are designed for it.
What Affects Your 10 Marla Grey Structure Cost?
Design and spans. Large lounges, double-height spaces, cantilevers and wide spans increase steel and shuttering. A regular column grid is cheaper.
Soil. Weak or rocky ground needs deeper or wider foundations. A soil test is cheap compared with a redesign.
Wall thickness. Nine-inch external walls use far more bricks than 4.5-inch partitions, and on a house of this size that can swing the brick count by tens of thousands.
Steel and cement grade. Grade 60 rebar from a recognised mill and branded OPC cement cost more than unbranded options but give documented quality.
Society rules. Approval fees, inspections and completion deadlines affect cost and timing.
Timing. Material prices moved sharply through 2026. Buying in the cooler, lower-demand months, roughly November to February, can help.
Supervision. A good crew with an engineer on site reduces wastage and rework, which matters more as the project gets larger.
How to Pay Your Contractor: Milestone Schedule
Pay for progress, not dates. A planning suggestion for a with-material contract is below; agree final percentages in writing.
| Milestone | Suggested share |
|---|---|
| Foundation and plinth complete (including basement, if any) | About 15% |
| Ground-floor columns and slab | About 25% |
| First-floor columns and slab | About 25% |
| Masonry complete | About 15% |
| Plaster and rough services complete | About 15% |
| Retention until snag list is cleared | About 5% |
Keep written records of every payment and do not release the final retention until identified problems are fixed. For a house this size, ask your engineer to sign off key stages, such as steel placement before each slab pour.
Ten Ways to Reduce Your 10 Marla Grey Structure Cost Without Cutting Quality
- Freeze the design before you start. Changes after the slab is cast cost the most.
- Keep the plan simple and the column grid regular.
- Use second-class bricks for internal partitions where your engineer agrees.
- Compare at least three written quotes with the same scope.
- Buy steel and cement against documentation and keep all receipts.
- Time large purchases for off-peak months.
- Store material properly so cement does not harden and steel does not rust.
- Cure the concrete properly, since it costs almost nothing and protects strength.
- Hire a structural engineer for periodic supervision.
- Avoid variations during construction unless they are essential.
Common Mistakes With 10 Marla Grey Structure Budgets
- Using quantities from a different covered area. Figures for a 3,200 sq ft house are not valid for a 4,600 sq ft premium design.
- Comparing prices without comparing scope. A quote that excludes basement, retaining walls or rough services is not comparable to one that includes them.
- Forgetting contingency. Steel and cement moved noticeably during 2026, so a 10 percent buffer is sensible.
- Skipping the soil report and discovering foundation issues after excavation.
- Verbal contracts. Put scope, payments and timeline in writing.
- Ignoring society requirements until an inspection holds up work.
Build or Buy? Compare the Grey Structure Cost With Ready Homes
With the grey structure cost in hand, you can compare the full cost of building (plot, grey structure, finishing, contingency and time) with buying a ready home. For some families building gives the exact layout they want. For others a ready house or apartment is better value and saves months of site management.
On Milkiyat you can explore houses for sale in Islamabad, apartments for sale in Islamabad and plots for sale in Islamabad, then use the numbers in this guide to decide which route works for you.
Housing societies make this comparison very practical. In Park View City Islamabad, for example, you can look at plots for sale, add the 10 marla grey structure and finishing budget from this article, and set the total against apartments for sale in the same society. If building a large house costs far more than a ready apartment, the comparison may point you towards a smaller home, and if the numbers are close, convenience could tip the decision. Whichever society you consider, confirm its building rules, approval process and any construction deadlines with society management before you hire a contractor.
For local advice, browse verified property agents on Milkiyat or look at agencies. A good local agent can tell you which blocks have easier access for material trucks, what recent builders have paid and which contractors the neighbourhood trusts. For newly launched developments, check the new projects page as well.
Final Thoughts
In November 2026, a double-storey 10 marla grey structure costs roughly Rs 92 lakh to Rs 1.19 crore with material and about Rs 18 to Rs 33 lakh for labour only, with Islamabad and Rawalpindi at the higher end and Lahore slightly lower. A typical house needs around 1,300 to 1,700 bags of cement, 9,000 to 12,500 kg of steel and 65,000 to 90,000 bricks, though your drawings will decide the exact figures, and a basement adds substantially on top. Use the quantity bands in this guide to challenge vague quotations, insist on a written scope and milestone payments, keep a contingency, and re-check prices close to your start date.
Start with the Milkiyat Construction Cost Calculator for a quick estimate, then explore listings across Islamabad and talk to a local agent if you are still deciding between building and buying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the 10 marla grey structure cost in Pakistan in 2026?
For a double-storey house with about 3,300 sq ft of covered area and no basement, grey structure with material costs roughly Rs 92 lakh to Rs 1.19 crore in late 2026, or about Rs 2,800 to Rs 3,600 per sq ft depending on city and specification.
What is the 10 marla grey structure cost in Islamabad?
In Islamabad, expect about Rs 3,200 to Rs 3,600 per sq ft with material, which is roughly Rs 1.06 to Rs 1.19 crore for 3,300 sq ft. Labour-only is about Rs 23 to Rs 33 lakh.
What is the 10 marla grey structure cost in Rawalpindi?
Rawalpindi generally follows Islamabad, with quotes around Rs 3,200 to Rs 3,600 per sq ft with material, or roughly Rs 1.06 to Rs 1.19 crore for a typical double-storey house.
What is the 10 marla grey structure cost in Lahore?
In Lahore, builder rates are about Rs 2,800 to Rs 3,500 per sq ft with material, which comes to about Rs 92 lakh to Rs 1.16 crore for 3,300 sq ft. DHA-type societies sit at the higher end.
What is the 10 marla grey structure labour cost?
Labour-only grey structure costs about Rs 18 to Rs 28 lakh in Lahore and about Rs 23 to Rs 33 lakh in Islamabad and Rawalpindi for a 3,300 sq ft double-storey house.
What is the 10 marla grey structure material quantity?
A double-storey house typically needs about 1,300 to 1,700 bags of cement, 9,000 to 12,500 kg of Grade 60 steel, 65,000 to 90,000 bricks, 5,500 to 7,000 cft of sand and 3,500 to 4,500 cft of crush. Final quantities depend on your structural drawings.
How many bricks for a 10 marla house?
Plan for about 65,000 to 90,000 first-class bricks for a double-storey house. Detailed calculators give lower figures for thin walls, while thick walls and boundary work push it higher.
How many cement bags for a 10 marla house?
About 1,300 to 1,700 bags of 50 kg cement for a double-storey grey structure of about 3,300 sq ft, using a rule of thumb of roughly 0.4 to 0.5 bags per sq ft.
How much steel for a 10 marla house?
About 9,000 to 12,500 kg of Grade 60 rebar for a double-storey house, roughly 2.5 to 3.8 kg per sq ft, plus about 200 to 300 kg of binding wire. Basements and heavier designs need more.
What is the 10 marla double storey grey structure cost?
It is about Rs 92 lakh to Rs 1.19 crore with material and Rs 18 to Rs 33 lakh for labour only, before any basement, boundary wall or finishing.
What does 10 marla grey structure with material include?
The contractor supplies cement, steel, bricks, sand, crush, shuttering and labour for foundations, columns, beams, slabs, masonry and plaster, and usually rough conduiting. Confirm in writing whether plumbing and electrical rough-in, septic tank, water tank, basement and boundary wall are included.
10 marla grey structure ka kharcha kitna hai?
2026 mein 10 marla double storey grey structure ka kharcha material ke saath taqreeban Rs 92 lakh se Rs 1.19 crore hai, aur sirf labour ka kharcha Rs 18 se Rs 33 lakh ke darmiyan. Basement ho to kharcha kaafi barh jata hai.
How much contingency should I keep?
Most owners keep 10 to 15 percent above the quoted figure to cover price movement, design changes and site surprises.
Related Guides
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- 20 Marla House Construction Cost in Pakistan 2026: A Verified Budget Breakdown
- Pakistan's Construction Cost Crisis 2026: Cement, Steel and the Builder's Budget
- Milkiyat Construction Cost Calculator
- Milkiyat Area Unit Converter (Marla, Kanal, Sq Ft)
Sources & Verification
- Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (weekly cement and steel price data)
- Capital Development Authority (CDA) (Islamabad building regulations and approvals)
- Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) (Rawalpindi building approvals)
- Lahore Development Authority (LDA) (Lahore building rules and approvals)
- Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) (registered engineers and construction standards)