How much does it cost to build a house in Lahore in 2026-27? This guide gives you current, itemised figures for 3 marla, 5 marla, 7 marla, 8 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal homes: grey structure, finishing and complete turnkey cost, material rates, labour, timelines and payment stages. It is prepared by Ahmed Construction Company (ACCO), a Lahore design-and-build firm that has been building homes, hospitals and commercial buildings since 1998.
Quick answer
In 2026-27, house construction in Lahore costs about PKR 2,800–3,500 per sq ft for grey structure and PKR 6,700–8,800 per sq ft for a complete standard turnkey house. Luxury homes cost PKR 10,000–15,000 per sq ft. A double-storey 5 marla house costs roughly PKR 1.6–2.5 crore turnkey, a 10 marla house PKR 2.3–3.7 crore, and a 1 kanal house PKR 3.0–4.8 crore, excluding the plot.
Want an exact figure for your plot? Send your plot size, society and whether you need grey structure or turnkey. ACCO will visit your site and give you a free itemised estimate. Call or WhatsApp 0322-8000190 or send your plot details.
House Construction Cost per Square Foot in Lahore (2026-27)
Builders in Lahore quote per square foot of covered area, not per marla. A double-storey house on a 10 marla plot has roughly twice the covered area of a single-storey one, so always multiply the rate by the covered area of your design, including the mumty.
| Package | Rate per sq ft (PKR) | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Grey structure | 2,800 – 3,500 | Excavation, foundation, DPC, RCC columns, beams and slabs, brickwork, roof, stairs, concealed electrical conduits and plumbing pipes |
| Finishing only (added to grey) | 3,900 – 5,300 | Plaster, flooring, woodwork, doors and windows, kitchen, bathrooms, wiring, fixtures and paint |
| Standard turnkey (grey + finishing) | 6,700 – 8,800 | Complete ready-to-live house with A-grade local finishes and branded fittings |
| Premium / luxury turnkey | 10,000 – 15,000 | Imported porcelain or marble, solid wood, VRF air conditioning, smart-home systems, designer lighting |
Rates are ACCO’s working ranges for Lahore in October 2026, for houses built to engineered drawings with Grade 60 steel and cube-tested concrete. Very low quotes usually mean thinner steel, weaker concrete or a scope that leaves things out.
House Construction Cost by Plot Size: 3 Marla to 1 Kanal
The table below multiplies the 2026-27 rates by the typical double-storey covered area for each plot size. Use it as a planning range; your design decides the final number.
| Plot size | Typical covered area (double storey) | Grey structure | Standard turnkey | Luxury turnkey |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Marla | 1,500 – 1,800 sq ft | PKR 42 – 63 lakh | PKR 1.0 – 1.6 crore | From PKR 1.5 crore |
| 5 Marla | 2,400 – 2,800 sq ft | PKR 67 – 98 lakh | PKR 1.6 – 2.5 crore | From PKR 2.4 crore |
| 7 Marla | 2,900 – 3,300 sq ft | PKR 81 – 116 lakh | PKR 1.9 – 2.9 crore | From PKR 2.9 crore |
| 8 Marla | 3,100 – 3,600 sq ft | PKR 87 – 126 lakh | PKR 2.1 – 3.2 crore | From PKR 3.1 crore |
| 10 Marla | 3,500 – 4,200 sq ft | PKR 98 – 147 lakh | PKR 2.3 – 3.7 crore | From PKR 3.5 crore |
| 1 Kanal | 4,500 – 5,500 sq ft (without basement) | PKR 126 – 193 lakh | PKR 3.0 – 4.8 crore | From PKR 4.5 crore |
Figures exclude the plot, society or LDA approval fees, utility connections and furniture. A basement typically adds 15–20% to the grey structure cost. For a 2 kanal home, see our 2 kanal construction service.
5 marla house construction cost in Lahore
A 5 marla plot usually becomes a double-storey home of 2,400–2,800 sq ft with 3–4 bedrooms, a car porch, drawing room, TV lounge and usable roof. Grey structure costs about PKR 67–98 lakh and a standard turnkey house about PKR 1.6–2.5 crore. Because the plot is small, good planning (open kitchen, built-in storage, a well-lit stairwell) saves more money than cheaper materials. See the 5 marla grey structure cost in DHA.
10 marla house construction cost in Lahore
The 10 marla house is Lahore’s most popular family home: typically 5 bedrooms over two floors, with drawing-dining, family lounge, kitchen, servant quarter and a two-car porch, in 3,500–4,200 sq ft. Grey structure costs about PKR 98–147 lakh and standard turnkey about PKR 2.3–3.7 crore. See our 10 marla house construction service.
1 kanal house construction cost in Lahore
A 1 kanal home of 4,500–5,500 sq ft usually has 5–6 bedrooms, double-height lounge, separate family and formal areas, and often a basement. Grey structure costs about PKR 126–193 lakh and standard turnkey about PKR 3.0–4.8 crore, before basement and luxury finishes. See our 1 kanal home construction service and 1 kanal vs 2 kanal cost comparison.
Grey Structure Cost Breakdown: Where the Money Goes
For a typical double-storey house in Lahore, grey structure spending splits roughly as follows:
| Item | Approx. share of grey cost | Rule-of-thumb quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Steel (Grade 60 deformed bars) | 25 – 30% | 3.5 – 4.5 kg per sq ft |
| Cement | 18 – 22% | 0.40 – 0.45 bags per sq ft |
| Bricks | 12 – 15% | 20 – 24 bricks per sq ft |
| Sand and crush (aggregate) | 10 – 12% | Depends on slab thickness and plaster |
| Labour | 18 – 22% | Masons, steel fixers, shuttering, helpers |
| Electrical and plumbing rough-in, shuttering, water, misc. | 5 – 8% | Conduits, pipes, termite proofing, curing |
Quantities vary with the structural design. A soil test, the number of storeys and cantilevers all change the steel and concrete needed, which is why ACCO prices every house from its own engineered drawings and Bill of Quantities.
Finishing Cost Breakdown
Finishing is where budgets most often overrun, because every choice has a cheap and an expensive version. Typical shares of finishing cost for a standard house:
- Flooring (tiles, marble or porcelain): 15 – 20%
- Woodwork (doors, wardrobes, kitchen cabinets): 15 – 20%
- Bathrooms (sanitary ware, fittings, wall tiles): 12 – 15%
- Electrical (wiring, switches, DB, lights): 10 – 12%
- Plaster, paint and ceilings: 10 – 12%
- Windows, glass and aluminium/uPVC: 8 – 10%
- Kitchen counters and appliances provision: 6 – 8%
- Elevation (cladding, stone, exterior lighting): 8 – 12%
Read more in our 1 kanal finishing cost guide.
Construction Material Rates in Lahore (October 2026)
Approximate market ranges in Lahore at the time of writing. Prices change weekly, so confirm with your supplier or contractor before buying.
| Material | Approximate rate (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Steel, Grade 60 deformed bars | 255 – 285 per kg |
| Cement, OPC (50 kg bag) | 1,450 – 1,600 per bag |
| Bricks, A-class / awal | 16,000 – 21,500 per 1,000 |
| Ravi sand (masonry and fill) | 45 – 85 per cu ft |
| Chenab sand (concrete and plaster) | 70 – 95 per cu ft |
| Crush / bajri (Sargodha or Margalla) | 190 – 330 per cu ft |
For quarterly updates, see our Q4 2026 construction cost per sq ft guide.
Labour-Only vs Material-Plus-Labour Contracts
| Labour-only (owner buys material) | Material + labour (contractor buys) | Design-build turnkey (ACCO) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who buys material | You | Contractor | ACCO, to specified brands |
| Your time needed | Very high, daily | Medium | Low, weekly reviews |
| Price certainty | Low | Medium | High, itemised and fixed scope |
| Quality control | Depends on you | Depends on contractor | Engineer-supervised, cube tests |
| Design and approvals | Separate | Separate | Included |
Labour-only looks cheaper on paper, but wastage, theft, rework and delays often eat the saving. If you live abroad or work full-time, a turnkey contract is usually cheaper in the end.
Costs People Forget to Budget
- Architectural and structural drawings, and the soil test.
- Map approval and completion fees for DHA, LDA, Bahria Town or your society.
- Electricity, gas, water and sewer connections.
- Boundary wall, gate, ramp and landscaping.
- Basement waterproofing and dewatering.
- Solar system, water tanks, pumps and water filtration.
- Air conditioners, kitchen appliances, curtains and furniture.
- A 5–10% contingency for price changes and design changes.
Construction Timeline and Payment Stages
| Plot size | Design and approval | Grey structure | Complete turnkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 – 5 Marla | 1 – 2 months | 5 – 6 months | 10 – 15 months |
| 7 – 10 Marla | 1 – 2 months | 6 – 8 months | 14 – 18 months |
| 1 Kanal | 2 – 3 months | 8 – 10 months | 18 – 24 months |
With ACCO, payments are tied to completed milestones, for example: mobilisation and foundation, ground-floor slab, first-floor slab, brickwork and roof, plaster and services, flooring and woodwork, and final handover. You pay for work that is done and inspected, never far in advance.
7 Ways to Reduce Your House Construction Cost
- Finalise the design before you start. Changes during construction are the biggest cause of overruns.
- Get an itemised BOQ, not a single per-sq-ft number. You can then compare like with like.
- Build in the dry season. October to March is ideal for concrete work in Lahore.
- Keep the structure simple. Large cantilevers and complex roofs add steel and shuttering.
- Spend on what you cannot change later. Structure, waterproofing and wiring first; décor can be upgraded later.
- Choose good local brands for finishing. Pakistani porcelain and fittings have improved greatly.
- Plan solar, AC and plumbing routes at design stage. Retrofitting costs much more.
Why Homeowners in Lahore Build with ACCO
- Since 1998. Over 25 years designing and building homes, hospitals and commercial buildings.
- Architects and engineers in-house. Design, structure, approvals and construction under one contract.
- Itemised estimates. Brands and specifications named, so there are no surprises.
- Engineer on site. Concrete cube tests, steel checks before every pour and weekly photo and video reports.
- All Lahore societies. DHA, Bahria Town, Lake City, Valencia, Wapda Town, Park View City and LDA-approved schemes. See DHA Lahore construction.
For the full process, read our guide to house construction in Lahore.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Grey structure 2026-27 | PKR 2,800–3,500 per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Standard turnkey 2026-27 | PKR 6,700–8,800 per sq ft |
| Luxury turnkey | PKR 10,000–15,000 per sq ft |
| 5 marla turnkey | About PKR 1.6–2.5 crore |
| 10 marla turnkey | About PKR 2.3–3.7 crore |
| 1 kanal turnkey | About PKR 3.0–4.8 crore |
| Biggest cost item | Steel, 25–30% of grey structure |
| Prepared by | Ahmed Construction Company (ACCO), Lahore, since 1998 |
| Contact | 0322-8000190 · info@acco.com.pk |
House Construction Cost in Lahore: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the construction cost per square foot in Lahore in 2026-27?
About PKR 2,800–3,500 per sq ft for grey structure and PKR 6,700–8,800 per sq ft for a complete standard turnkey house. Luxury homes cost PKR 10,000–15,000 per sq ft.
How much does it cost to build a 5 marla house in Lahore?
A double-storey 5 marla house of 2,400–2,800 sq ft costs about PKR 67–98 lakh for grey structure and about PKR 1.6–2.5 crore as a standard turnkey home, excluding the plot.
How much does it cost to build a 10 marla house in Lahore?
A double-storey 10 marla house of 3,500–4,200 sq ft costs about PKR 98–147 lakh for grey structure and about PKR 2.3–3.7 crore as a standard turnkey home.
How much does a 1 kanal house cost to build in Lahore?
A 1 kanal house of 4,500–5,500 sq ft costs about PKR 126–193 lakh for grey structure and about PKR 3.0–4.8 crore as a standard turnkey home, before a basement or luxury finishes.
What is the grey structure cost of a 10 marla house in Lahore?
About PKR 98–147 lakh in 2026-27 for 3,500–4,200 sq ft of covered area, at PKR 2,800–3,500 per sq ft.
Is it cheaper to build a house or buy one in Lahore?
Building usually costs less than buying a new house of the same size and quality in the same society, and you control the design and materials. It takes 12–24 months and needs a reliable builder.
Does construction cost differ between DHA, Bahria Town and LDA areas?
The construction rate per sq ft is similar, but DHA and premium societies usually see higher finishing specifications, stricter by-laws and different approval fees, so the total is often higher.
How long does it take to build a house in Lahore?
About 10–15 months for 3 to 5 marla, 14–18 months for 7 to 10 marla and 18–24 months for 1 kanal, including finishing, plus 1–3 months for design and approval.
Which is the best house construction company in Lahore?
Choose a company with in-house architects and engineers, completed homes you can visit, itemised estimates, milestone payments and a written warranty. Ahmed Construction Company (ACCO) has offered design-and-build construction in Lahore since 1998.
How do I get an exact construction quotation?
Call or WhatsApp ACCO at 0322-8000190 or email info@acco.com.pk with your plot size, society and requirements. We will visit your site and give you a free itemised estimate.
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