Why 5 marla is the most-searched size in Lahore
A 5 marla house is the sweet spot for most Lahore families: three bedrooms across two floors, a drawing room, a car porch and low running costs. It is also the size that dominates DHA Rahbar and Phase 9 Prism, which is where most realistic DHA budgets end up.
Phase-by-phase expectations
Rahbar and Phase 9 Prism carry the most 5 marla stock and the softest rents. Phase 1 to Phase 4 have fewer 5 marla plots but older, cheaper construction. In Phase 5, 6 and 8 a 5 marla unit is scarce and prices closer to a portion in a larger house.
- DHA Rahbar (Phase 11): the highest supply, the best value, markets in every block.
- DHA Phase 9 Prism: newer construction, wide streets, direct Ring Road access.
- DHA Phase 1–4: older finishes, mature streets, negotiable rents.
- DHA Phase 5/6/8: limited 5 marla supply — expect a premium and fast turnover.
What the layout usually gives you
Expect three bedrooms with attached baths, a lounge, a small drawing room, a fitted kitchen and parking for one car. Rooftops are usable in most 5 marla builds and are worth checking — they matter for laundry, water tanks and any future solar install.
If you only need two bedrooms, a 5 marla upper portion in the same block is typically 35–45% cheaper than the full house.
Negotiating the best deal
Ask for the rent with a 12-month lock-in, confirm the annual increment in writing, and check whether ACs, wardrobes and the kitchen hob are included before you talk numbers. Units that have been listed for more than three weeks are where the real discounts are.
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