Residential houses only — not for commercial or high-rise
Residential house construction cost in Lahore (2026)
Plan a residential house build in Lahore, Punjab with Milkiyat's indicative construction calculator (houses only — not commercial or high-rise). Costs below are computed live from staff-published, versioned PKR/sq-ft rates and a Lahore city cost index — adjust plot size, floors, and finishing tier (Standard / B, Premium / A, Luxury / A+) to match your project.
Building a 5 marla house in Lahore costs approximately PKR 10,802,419 for a standard finish (ground + first floor). A 10 marla house is around PKR 21,604,840, or about 8,282 / sq ft of covered area. These are indicative estimates for residential construction in Lahore, Pakistan, split into grey structure and finishing; actual costs vary with drawings, site conditions, and contractor rates.
Rates effective 2026-06-16 · published 2026-06-15. Estimates are indicative — validate with a contractor BOQ.
Lahore construction cost by plot size (standard finish)
| Plot size | Covered area | Grey structure | Finishing | Total | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Marla house | 1,304 sq ft | 62.7 Lac | 45.4 Lac | 1.08 Crore | 8,282 / sq ft |
| 10 Marla house | 2,609 sq ft | 1.25 Crore | 90.7 Lac | 2.16 Crore | 8,282 / sq ft |
| 1 Kanal house | 5,217 sq ft | 2.51 Crore | 1.81 Crore | 4.32 Crore | 8,282 / sq ft |
10 Marla house in Lahore by finishing tier
| Finishing tier | Total estimate | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (B category) | 2.16 Crore | 8,282 / sq ft |
| Premium (A category) | 2.31 Crore | 8,839 / sq ft |
| Luxury (A+ category) | 2.48 Crore | 9,499 / sq ft |
Why construction costs differ in Lahore
Lahore is the national reference city for many blended PKR/sq-ft residential models: deep contractor markets, short material supply lines across Punjab, and high volumes of 5 Marla, 10 Marla, and 1 Kanal house builds keep baseline costs competitive relative to Islamabad.
LDA (Lahore Development Authority) and private society rules still matter. Coverage ratios, parking, and elevation guidelines in DHA Lahore, Bahria Town, Lake City, and LDA schemes can change how much of your plot becomes covered area — which is why this calculator’s footprint assumption is only a starting point if you already have approved drawings.
Grey structure here often benefits from local brick, crush, and cement availability; finishing costs swing more with brand choices (tiles, kitchen, bath) than with city logistics. Use Standard for typical B-category finishes, Premium for A-category specs, and Luxury for A+ category finishes when comparing local contractor quotes.
Keep grey and finishing totals separate when negotiating. This calculator is residential houses only — plazas, warehouses, and multi-storey commercial frames need a professional BOQ. Revisit the rate-effective date on this page whenever cement or steel markets move.
Lahore-specific planning notes
- Confirm covered-area rules for DHA phases vs Bahria / LDA schemes before finalising floors
- Ask contractors for a grey-structure rate and a finishing rate separately — matches this calculator’s split
- A+ category (Luxury tier) quotes should itemise imported fixtures; otherwise totals will under-run
- Residential only: plazas, warehouses, and multi-storey commercial frames need a separate BOQ
Residential construction cost in Lahore — FAQ (2026)
- How much does it cost to build a house in Lahore?
- For a standard finish (ground + first floor), indicative construction costs in Lahore are: 5 Marla ~ 1.08 Crore, 10 Marla ~ 2.16 Crore, 1 Kanal ~ 4.32 Crore. Costs scale with plot size, floors, and finishing tier.
- What is the construction rate per square foot in Lahore?
- A 10 marla house in Lahore works out to about 8,282 / sq ft of covered area at a standard finish, including grey structure and finishing.
- Is this calculator for residential houses only?
- Yes. This tool is tuned for residential house construction (grey structure plus finishing). It is not suitable for commercial frames, plazas, warehouses, or high-rise towers — those need a professional BOQ and structural design.
- How accurate is this estimate?
- This is an indicative model using blended PKR/sq ft rates and typical material splits. Actual costs vary with site conditions, drawings, finishes, and contractor rates. Always validate with a licensed engineer or builder.
- Why does my covered area differ from plot size?
- We apply a typical ground coverage ratio (portion of plot built on the ground floor) and add floors you select (first floor, mumty) using documented multipliers. Your plot's actual footprint may differ — override expectations by comparing with your architectural drawings.
- What is included in grey vs finishing?
- Grey structure covers structural shell, masonry, concrete, steel, and rough services. Finishing includes tiles, paint, woodwork, doors, kitchen/bath fixtures, and similar items.
- What do Standard, Premium, and Luxury mean locally (B / A / A+ category)?
- In Pakistan contractor parlance, Standard maps to typical B-category finishes, Premium to A-category specs, and Luxury to A+ category packages (higher-grade fixtures and finishes). Engine tier keys stay the same — only the labels mirror local language so you can compare quotes more easily.
- Can I use this for commercial construction?
- No. This calculator is residential houses only. Commercial and high-rise projects need a professional BOQ and structural design.