7 Marla House Construction Cost Pakistan 2026

📊 7 Marla Construction Cost Summary

💰

Rs 1.02 Crore

Total Cost

🧱

Rs 65.60 Lakh

Grey Structure

🎨

Rs 36.38 Lakh

Finishing

👷

Rs 19.86 Lakh

Labour Cost

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2,000 sq.ft

Total Covered Area

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Rs 5,099

Cost / sq.ft

📐 7 Marla House Specifications

Plot Size: 30 x 55 ft

Plot Area: 1,650 sq.ft

Covered Area per Floor: 1,000 sq.ft

Building Type: Double Storey (G+1)

Total Covered Area: 2,000 sq.ft

Ground Floor Height: 11.5 ft

First Floor Height: 11 ft

Total Cost: Rs 1.02 Crore

Cost per Sq.ft: Rs 5,099

Construction Type: Complete

🏗️ Foundation Cost (4-5 feet depth)

📦 Material Cost

Item/Material	Quantity	Unit Rate	Total Cost
Bricks (1st Class A/A1)	24,828 No's	20/No	Rs 496,552
Cement (53 Grade)	179 Bags	1,550/Bag	Rs 277,450
Steel (60 Grade)	290 Kgs	265/Kg	Rs 76,850
Fine Aggregate (Sand)	690 Cft	65/Cft	Rs 44,850
Course Aggregate (Crush Stone)	414 Cft	130/Cft	Rs 53,820
Polythene Sheet	2 Roll	12,000/Roll	Rs 24,000
Total Material Cost			Rs 973,522

👷 Labour Cost

Item	Quantity	Unit Rate	Total Cost
Excavation	949 Cft	25/Cft	Rs 23,724
PCC Concrete (1:4:8)	190 Cft	150/Cft	Rs 28,500
Brick Masonry & DPC	1,920 Cft	50/Cft	Rs 96,000
Compaction and Back Filling	1,724 Sq.ft	10/Sq.ft	Rs 17,240
Total Labour Cost			Rs 165,464
Total Foundation Cost			Rs 1,138,986

🧱 Ground Floor Cost (11.5 ft Height)

📦 Material Cost

Item/Material	Quantity	Unit Rate	Total Cost
Bricks (1st Class A/A1)	35,333 No's	20/No	Rs 706,655
Cement (53 Grade)	228 Bags	1,550/Bag	Rs 353,400
Steel (60 Grade)	1,931 Kgs	265/Kg	Rs 511,715
Fine Aggregate (Sand)	2,690 Cft	65/Cft	Rs 174,850
Course Aggregate (Crush Stone)	1,104 Cft	130/Cft	Rs 143,520
Chowket (16 Gauge for Doors)	161 Kgs	330/Kg	Rs 53,130
Safety Grills for Windows	132 Sq.ft	240/Sq.ft	Rs 31,680
Formwork (Shuttering)	1,379 Sq.ft	55/Sq.ft	Rs 75,845
Polythene Sheet (DPC, Slab)	1 Job	—	Rs 16,560
Transport Expenses (5%)	—	—	Rs 103,354
Total Material Cost			Rs 2,170,709

👷 Labour Cost

Item	Quantity	Unit Rate	Total Cost
Brick Masonry up to Roof	4,364 Sq.ft	45/Sq.ft	Rs 196,380
Lintel, Beam & Column	1,730 Sq.ft	35/Sq.ft	Rs 60,550
Stair	1 Job	—	Rs 34,500
Flooring 1:4:8	862 Cft	40/Cft	Rs 34,480
Slab 1:2:4	862 Cft	40/Cft	Rs 34,480
Total Labour Cost			Rs 360,390
Total Ground Floor Cost			Rs 2,531,099

🏛️ First Floor + Mumty Cost (11 ft Height)

📦 Material Cost

Item/Material	Quantity	Unit Rate	Total Cost
Bricks (1st Class A/A1)	32,260 No's	20/No	Rs 645,207
Cement (53 Grade)	293 Bags	1,550/Bag	Rs 454,150
Steel (60 Grade)	2,552 Kgs	265/Kg	Rs 676,280
Fine Aggregate (Sand)	2,897 Cft	65/Cft	Rs 188,305
Course Aggregate (Crush Stone)	1,297 Cft	130/Cft	Rs 168,610
Chowket (16 Gauge for Doors)	161 Kgs	330/Kg	Rs 53,130
Safety Grills for Windows	166 Sq.ft	240/Sq.ft	Rs 39,840
Formwork (Shuttering)	1,645 Sq.ft	45/Sq.ft	Rs 74,025
Polythene Sheet (DPC, Slab)	1 Job	—	Rs 9,660
Transport Expenses (5%)	—	—	Rs 115,420
Total Material Cost			Rs 2,424,627

👷 Labour Cost

Item	Quantity	Unit Rate	Total Cost
Brick Masonry up to Roof	3,984 Sq.ft	55/Sq.ft	Rs 219,120
Lintel, Beam & Column	1,730 Sq.ft	65/Sq.ft	Rs 112,450
Stair	1 Job	—	Rs 34,500
Flooring 1:4:8	862 Cft	55/Cft	Rs 47,410
Slab 1:2:4	862 Cft	60/Cft	Rs 51,720
Total Labour Cost			Rs 465,200
Total First Floor Cost			Rs 2,889,827

🔧 Plumbing Work Cost

Item	Details	Total Cost
Water Supply Piping	25mm (152 Rft) + 20mm (283 Rft) + 16mm (400 Rft) + Fittings	Rs 121,800
Drainage System (UPVC)	2" (214 Rft) + 3" (159 Rft) + 4" (228 Rft)	Rs 118,600
Gas Fitting	Complete Gas Piping & Fittings	Rs 89,700
Water Pumps & Floor Drains	JD Submersible Pump + 4 Drains	Rs 122,500
Plumber Charges	Labour Cost	Rs 82,800
Total Plumbing Cost		Rs 535,400

⚡ Electrical Work Cost

Item	Total Cost
Electric Material (Wires, Conduits, DB, Switches, Lights)	Rs 117,300
Electrician Charges	Rs 41,400
Total Electrical Cost	Rs 158,700

🪚 Plaster Work Cost (Ground + First Floor)

Item	Area / Qty	Total Cost
Internal Plaster	17,063 Sq.ft	Rs 273,000
External Plaster + Ceiling	7,676 Sq.ft	Rs 138,200
Cement (201 Bags)	—	Rs 311,550
Fine Aggregate (1,005 Cft)	—	Rs 65,325
Total Plaster Cost		Rs 788,075

🎨 Finishing Works Cost

Item	Total Cost
Tiling & Flooring	Rs 505,800
Painting & Distemper	Rs 321,800
Woodwork & Doors	Rs 720,300
Sanitary Fittings	Rs 352,600
Total Finishing Cost	Rs 1,900,500

🛡️ Waterproofing Cost

Item	Total Cost
Chemical Waterproofing	Rs 122,600
Roof Insulation	Rs 87,400
Labour Cost	Rs 46,000
Total Waterproofing Cost	Rs 256,000

📊 7 Marla House - Final Cost Summary

Component	Material Cost	Labour Cost	Total Cost	% of Total
Foundation	Rs 973,522	Rs 165,464	Rs 1,138,986	11.2%
Ground Floor	Rs 2,170,709	Rs 360,390	Rs 2,531,099	24.8%
First Floor	Rs 2,424,627	Rs 465,200	Rs 2,889,827	28.3%
Plumbing	Rs 452,600	Rs 82,800	Rs 535,400	5.3%
Electrical	Rs 117,300	Rs 41,400	Rs 158,700	1.6%
Plaster	Rs 376,875	Rs 411,200	Rs 788,075	7.7%
Finishing	Rs 1,486,500	Rs 414,000	Rs 1,900,500	18.6%
Waterproofing	Rs 210,000	Rs 46,000	Rs 256,000	2.5%
GRAND TOTAL	Rs 82,12,133	Rs 19,86,454	Rs 1,01,98,587	100%

⚠️ Important Notes

Disclaimer: These are estimated costs based on July 2026 market rates for Islamabad/Rawalpindi. Actual costs may vary ±10-15% depending on contractor rates, material brand, and site conditions. Always get 2-3 quotations from certified contractors before finalising.

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👷 About the Author: This calculator is created by Engr. Muhammad Bilal, a civil engineer with extensive experience in residential construction across Pakistan.

🏠 7 Marla House Construction Cost Pakistan — Complete Guide 2026

A 7 Marla house is a popular choice for families seeking a spacious home without the high cost of larger plots. Whether you're planning to build in Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, Faisalabad, or Multan, our comprehensive cost breakdown helps you estimate the exact budget needed for your dream home.

A standard 7 Marla house measures 30 x 55 feet with a covered area of approximately 1,000 sq.ft per floor. For a double storey (G+1) construction, the total covered area is 2,000 sq.ft. The total construction cost for a complete 7 Marla house in Pakistan is approximately Rs 1.02 Crore.

                💡 Key Insight: The cost per square foot for a 7 Marla house is Rs 5,099, offering excellent value for a spacious home.
            

📊 7 Marla House Construction Cost Breakdown

The total cost of Rs 1.02 Crore is divided into the following major components:

Grey Structure: Rs 65.60 Lakh (64.3% of total) — Includes foundation, ground floor, and first floor
Finishing Works: Rs 36.38 Lakh (35.7% of total) — Includes plumbing, electrical, plaster, tiling, painting, woodwork, sanitary fittings, and waterproofing
Labour Cost: Rs 19.86 Lakh — Included within the above components

📐 7 Marla House Specifications

Parameter	Value
Plot Size	30 x 55 ft
Plot Area	1,650 sq.ft
Covered Area per Floor	1,000 sq.ft
Building Type	Double Storey (G+1)
Total Covered Area	2,000 sq.ft
Ground Floor Height	11.5 ft
First Floor Height	11 ft
Total Cost	Rs 1.02 Crore
Cost per Sq.ft	Rs 5,099

💰 Detailed Cost Breakdown by Component

Component	Material Cost	Labour Cost	Total Cost	% of Total
Foundation	Rs 9,73,522	Rs 1,65,464	Rs 11,38,986	11.2%
Ground Floor	Rs 21,70,709	Rs 3,60,390	Rs 25,31,099	24.8%
First Floor	Rs 24,24,627	Rs 4,65,200	Rs 28,89,827	28.3%
Plumbing	Rs 4,52,600	Rs 82,800	Rs 5,35,400	5.3%
Electrical	Rs 1,17,300	Rs 41,400	Rs 1,58,700	1.6%
Plaster	Rs 3,76,875	Rs 4,11,200	Rs 7,88,075	7.7%
Finishing	Rs 14,86,500	Rs 4,14,000	Rs 19,00,500	18.6%
Waterproofing	Rs 2,10,000	Rs 46,000	Rs 2,56,000	2.5%
GRAND TOTAL	Rs 82,12,133	Rs 19,86,454	Rs 1,01,98,587	100%

🏙️ 7 Marla House Cost by City — Pakistan 2026

City	Multiplier	7 Marla (G+1) Cost
Lahore	1.00	Rs 1.02 Crore
Islamabad/Rawalpindi	1.08	Rs 1.10 Crore
Karachi	1.05	Rs 1.07 Crore
Faisalabad	0.95	Rs 96.89 Lakh
Multan	0.92	Rs 93.83 Lakh

📊 7 Marla House Cost Comparison by Quality

Quality	Grey Structure (PKR/sq.ft)	Complete (PKR/sq.ft)	Total Cost
Economy	2,800 - 3,200	4,500 - 5,500	Rs 90.00 - 110.00 Lakh
Standard	3,500 - 4,500	6,000 - 7,500	Rs 120.00 - 150.00 Lakh
Premium	4,500 - 5,800	7,800 - 9,500	Rs 156.00 - 190.00 Lakh
Luxury	5,800 - 7,500	9,900 - 13,000	Rs 198.00 - 260.00 Lakh

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does a 7 Marla house cost in Pakistan in 2026?

A complete 7 Marla double-storey house (G+1) costs approximately Rs 1.02 Crore in Lahore as of July 2026. The cost varies by city and quality of construction.

Q: What is the grey structure cost for a 7 Marla house?

The grey structure cost for a 7 Marla house is approximately Rs 65.60 Lakh, which includes foundation, ground floor, and first floor construction.

Q: What is included in the finishing cost for a 7 Marla house?

Finishing includes plumbing, electrical, plaster, tiling, painting, woodwork, sanitary fittings, and waterproofing. The total finishing cost is approximately Rs 36.38 Lakh.

Q: How much does it cost to build a 7 Marla house in Islamabad?

In Islamabad, a 7 Marla house costs approximately Rs 1.10 Crore due to higher construction rates (8% higher than Lahore).

Q: What is the cost per square foot for a 7 Marla house?

The cost per square foot for a 7 Marla house is approximately Rs 5,099 for complete construction.

Q: How much does a 7 Marla grey structure cost in Pakistan?

The grey structure cost for a 7 Marla house is approximately Rs 3,500 - 4,500 per sq.ft, totaling around Rs 70.00 - 90.00 Lakh for standard quality.

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👷 About the Author: This calculator is created by Engr. Muhammad Bilal, a civil engineer with extensive experience in residential construction across Pakistan. Rates are based on current market research and practical project experience.

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