Why a portion is the smartest rent in Lahore right now
A portion is one floor of a house rented as an independent home, with its own entrance and, in most cases, its own electricity meter. It is the single most searched budget option in Lahore, and for good reason: it puts you on a street you could not otherwise afford. A portion in DHA, Gulberg or Johar Town typically rents for 40–55% of the full house on the same plot.
For a couple, a small family or two working professionals sharing, a 2 or 3 bedroom portion delivers almost everything an independent house does — minus the lawn, the second parking space and, sometimes, the privacy of a separate gate.
Upper portion vs lower portion: which one suits you
The two are priced differently and suit different tenants. Decide before you shortlist, because switching mid-search wastes weeks.
- Upper portion: cheaper, usually includes rooftop access, better light and air, quieter. Downsides are summer heat on the top slab and stairs with grocery bags.
- Lower portion: ground floor, lawn or car porch access, easier for elderly parents and small children. Costs 10–20% more than the upper portion of the same house.
- Separate portion with its own gate: the premium version — no shared staircase, no shared entrance. Worth the extra rent if you value privacy.
- Basement or annexe portion: cheapest of all, but check ventilation, damp and mobile signal before you sign.
Indicative portion rents across Lahore (2026)
Bands below are for well-maintained, family-standard units. Street, block and backup power move any of them by 20–30%.
- DHA Phase 5 / 6 upper portion, 3 bed: upper-mid band — the fastest-renting portion stock in the city.
- DHA Phase 11 Rahbar and Phase 9 Prism, 5 marla portion: the value entry into DHA.
- Johar Town and Wapda Town: strongest mid-budget portion supply, close to Emporium and Shaukat Khanum.
- Gulberg and Garden Town: central location, older construction, wide rent spread within a single block.
- Township, Allama Iqbal Town and Izmir Town: the cheapest genuine portions with good road access.
The three checks that prevent every common portion problem
Almost every complaint we hear about portion rentals traces back to one of three things, and all three are visible before you sign.
- Separate meters: confirm the electricity and gas meters are separate, and see the last two bills. A shared meter means arguing about the summer bill every month.
- Water and tank: ask which tank and motor serve your floor and who pays for the boring if it fails. Get it written into the agreement.
- Entrance and parking: walk the actual route you will use daily, at night. Confirm in writing where your car parks and whether the gate is locked at a fixed time.
What to budget beyond the rent
Plan for two to three months' security deposit, one month's advance, and — where a broker is involved — a one-time commission of roughly half a month's rent. Summer electricity on an upper portion with two ACs is the largest variable cost, so ask for a June or July bill rather than a winter one. KirayaHome charges tenants no search fee, and every portion listed on the site is photo-verified before it goes live.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a portion for rent in Lahore?
A 2–3 bedroom portion typically rents for 40–55% of the full house on the same plot. Township, Izmir Town and Allama Iqbal Town sit at the budget end; DHA Phase 5 and Gulberg sit at the top.
Is an upper portion cheaper than a lower portion?
Yes — an upper portion is usually 10–20% cheaper than the lower portion of the same house, because the ground floor comes with lawn, porch and easier access.
Should the portion have a separate electricity meter?
Always insist on it. A shared meter means the summer bill is split by negotiation instead of by reading, which is the most common source of tenant–landlord disputes in Lahore.
Can I rent a portion in DHA Lahore on a small budget?
Yes. DHA Phase 11 Rahbar and Phase 9 Prism carry the most affordable 5 marla portions in DHA, and Phase 1 to Phase 4 have older upper portions at softer rents.