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Construction cost per marla in Lahore (November 2026)
Most people in Lahore ask โhow much per marla?โ, but builders actually price by covered square foot. One marla is 272.25 sq ft of land; a double-storey house usually covers 1.4โ1.7 times the plot area. Here is how the numbers work in November 2026.
Rate per square foot (covered area)
| Finish level | Grey structure PKR/sq ft | Finishing PKR/sq ft | Total PKR/sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 2,800โ3,100 | 2,900โ3,600 | 5,700โ6,700 |
| Standard | 3,100โ3,500 | 3,900โ4,700 | 7,000โ8,200 |
| Premium | 3,500โ4,000 | 6,000โ9,000 | 9,500โ13,000 |
What moves the price
- Steel and cement make up roughly 40% of grey structure cost, so their market price matters most.
- A basement adds about PKR 4,000โ4,800 per sq ft in grey structure alone.
- Woodwork, tiles, kitchen and bathroom fittings decide most of the finishing bill.
- Keep a 5% contingency for price changes and small design changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the construction cost per marla in Lahore in 2026?
For a standard double-storey house, roughly PKR 3.4โ4 million per marla of plot, because each marla gives about 460โ500 sq ft of covered area at PKR 7,000โ8,200 per sq ft.
Is grey structure cheaper with my own material?
Sometimes, but you take on purchase, storage and wastage risk. A labour-only contract needs close supervision.
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Rates are typical November 2026 ranges for Lahore and change with steel, cement and labour prices. Ask us for an itemised quote for your plot.