To calculate the complete cost of building a 400 square yard house in Pakistan in 2025, we need to consider multiple components, including construction, finishing, labor, and additional charges. Below is a detailed breakdown based on current average market rates in Karachi, Lahore, or Islamabad (can be adjusted for your city if you mention it).
🔹 Plot Size & Covered Area Estimation
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Plot Size: 400 square yards = 3600 sq ft
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Covered Area: Typically 70–75% is built
🏗️ Construction Cost Breakdown (Grey Structure)
| Item | Rate (PKR/sq ft) | Approx. Cost for 5,000 sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Structure (Bricks, Cement, Steel, Sand) | 3,000 – 3,200 | 15,000,000 – 16,000,000 |
| Labor | Included | - |
| Plumbing + Electric Rough-ins | Included | - |
✅ Total Grey Structure: PKR 15 to 16 million
🎨 Finishing Cost Breakdown
| Item | Rate (PKR/sq ft) | Cost for 5,000 sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Flooring (tiles/wood) | 300 – 500 | 1,500,000 – 2,500,000 |
| Paint & False Ceilings | 200 – 350 | 1,000,000 – 1,750,000 |
| Kitchen (cabinets etc.) | Lump Sum | 500,000 – 800,000 |
| Washrooms | Lump Sum | 1,000,000 – 1,500,000 |
| Electric Fixtures | Lump Sum | 400,000 – 700,000 |
| Wooden Doors & Wardrobes | Lump Sum | 800,000 – 1,500,000 |
🧾 Other Costs
| Item | Approx. Cost (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Boundary Wall + Gate | 600,000 – 800,000 |
| Grills, Railings, Misc Metal | 300,000 – 500,000 |
| Supervision & Consultancy | 300,000 – 700,000 |
| Water Tank, Septic, Drainage | 200,000 – 400,000 |
| Landscaping / Car Porch | 400,000 – 800,000 |
✅ Total Estimated Construction Cost (400 Sq Yard Double Story Home)
| Stage | Total Cost Range (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Grey Structure | 15,000,000 – 16,000,000 |
| Finishing | 5,200,000 – 8,700,000 |
| Miscellaneous | 1,500,000 – 2,700,000 |
| Total Estimate | 21.7 – 27.4 million |
💡 Notes:
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This does not include plot cost.
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Prices may vary based on:
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Material brand (local vs imported)
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Design complexity
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Location (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, etc.)
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Labor and material rates fluctuate monthly in 2025.
📞 For Further Details Contact:
🏠 Ismail Estate
👤 Haji Gul
📱 0302-8118161
🌐 Visit: ismailestate.blogspot.com
We specialize in the sale, purchase, and construction of residential and commercial properties. Reach out for expert consultation on 400 sq. yard houses, plots, and more across Scheme 33, Karachi, and other key areas.