A 10 marla house in Lahore is one of the most popular build sizes — common in DHA, Bahria Town, Johar Town, and Lake City. Here is a complete 2026 planning guide for cost, layout, timeline, and contractor selection.
10 Marla Plot — What You Can Build
Standard 10 marla (approx. 2250 sq ft plot) typically allows:
- Ground + 1 floor — 5 bedrooms, popular for families
- Ground + 2 floors — larger families where bylaws permit
- Basement — only where society allows; adds cost and waterproofing scope
Check your society's coverage and height bylaws before finalizing drawings — coverage mistakes force redesign after paying architects.
Construction Phases and Timeline
| Phase | Duration | Key Work |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | 3–4 weeks | Excavation, footings, DPC |
| Grey Structure | 3–4 months | Columns, slabs, brickwork |
| MEP Rough-in | 4–6 weeks | Conduits, plumbing lines |
| Finishing | 4–6 months | Marble, paint, kitchens |
| External | 2–4 weeks | Gate, driveway, landscaping |
Total turnkey: often 10–14 months from mobilization to snag list — weather and change orders add buffer.
Cost Planning for 10 Marla — Lahore 2026
For ~3,400–3,600 sq ft covered (double storey):
| Scope | Mid planning estimate |
|---|---|
| Grey structure (~3,100 / sq ft) | PKR 1.05 – 1.12 crore |
| Standard turnkey (~7,400 / sq ft) | PKR 2.5 – 2.7 crore |
| Premium turnkey | PKR 2.9 – 3.4 crore |
July 2026 rate bands: grey PKR 2,950–3,250/sq ft, turnkey PKR 7,000–8,000/sq ft. DHA Lahore often adds 10–15%.
What moves your 10 marla budget
- Basement or pile foundation
- Imported marble vs Pakistani A-grade throughout
- Central HVAC and smart home packages
- Front elevation stone and CNC detail
Request an itemized BOQ — never rely on verbal per-square-foot quotes alone.
Layout Tips for 10 Marla
- Place master bedroom away from street noise where possible
- Keep kitchen adjacent to dining for practical daily flow
- Plan rooftop water tank and structural load with engineer early
- Don't max coverage at the expense of light and ventilation
Approvals and Society Tips
- Submit drawings early in DHA and Bahria to avoid idle grey teams
- Budget authority and utility connection fees outside contractor BOQ
- Milestone payments tied to slab stages protect both owner and builder
Why Bin Sadiq Construction for 10 Marla Builds
- Engineer-supervised sites with regular visits
- Transparent milestone billing
- Grey structure, turnkey, or coordinated finishing models
- Experience across major Lahore societies
Get a Quote — free site visit and 10 marla BOQ for your plot.
