Building a house on a 3 Marla plot is an incredibly smart choice in Pakistan right now. It is cost-effective, high in demand, and can be designed beautifully to maximize space.
Below is your ultimate, master guide covering 3 Marla plot specifications, material estimations, and construction costs updated for 2026.
3 Marla Plot Specifications & Covered Area
In Lahore and most urban centers of Pakistan, residential plot metrics are heavily standardized.
| Metric | Standard Value | Notes |
| Plot Dimensions | 15 × 45 feet | Standard rectangular layout in Lahore |
| Total Area (Sq. Feet) | 675 sq. ft. | Based on the 225 sq. ft. per Marla system |
| Total Area (Sq. Yards) | 75 sq. yards | Locally referred to as 75 Gazz |
| Single Story Covered Area | ~600 to 650 sq. ft. | Rest left for front ramp/back ventilation ventilation |
| Double Story Covered Area | ~1,250 to 1,350 sq. ft. | Total combined space over both floors |
3 Marla Double Story House Design Inspiration
Because space is compact, modern 3 Marla home designs lean heavily toward vertical space integration, open kitchens, and smart multi-purpose lounges.
Recommended Floor Plan Layout:
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Ground Floor: Small car porch (for a hatchback/bikes), compact drawing room, powder room, open-plan TV lounge, compact kitchen, and 1 bedroom with an attached bath.
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First Floor: 2 bedrooms with attached bathrooms, a family lounge, a small kitchen or terrace area, and a balcony.
3 Marla Construction Cost Breakdown (2026 Rates)
Construction costs are divided into two main components: Grey Structure (the concrete framework, brickwork, plaster, plumbing/wiring conduits) and Finishing (tiles, wood, paint, electronics, fixtures).
1. Single Story Cost (650 Sq. Ft. Covered Area)
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Grey Structure Cost: PKR 1.9 Million – PKR 2.2 Million
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Finishing Cost (Standard A-Category): PKR 1.3 Million – PKR 1.6 Million
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Total Single Story Cost: PKR 3.2 Million – PKR 3.8 Million
2. Double Story Cost (1,350 Sq. Ft. Covered Area)
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Grey Structure Cost: PKR 3.9 Million – PKR 4.2 Million
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Finishing Cost (Standard A-Category): PKR 2.1 Million – PKR 2.4 Million
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Total Double Story Cost: PKR 6.0 Million – PKR 6.6 Million
3 Marla Dimensions
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Plot Dimensions (Lahore/Standard): 15 feet × 45 feet
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Total Square Feet Area: 675 sq. ft.
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Total Area in Square Yards: 75 sq. yards (Locally referred to as 75 Gazz)
3 Marla Material Estimate (Major Materials)
If you are buying materials yourself to construct a double-story home (approx. 1,350 sq. ft. covered area), here is what you will need for the grey structure:
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Bricks: ~38,000 to 40,000 first-class bricks (Awwal Chingari)
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Cement: ~360 to 380 bags (Grade 53 OPC)
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Steel (Rebar): ~2,000 kg (Grade 60 steel for beams and slabs)
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Sand: ~1,850 cubic feet (Ravi sand for plaster/Chenab or Lawrencepur for masonry)
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Crush (Aggregates): ~1,050 cubic feet (Margalla or Sargodha crush)
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Cement required for 1 kanal house?
A 1 kanal house in Pakistan requires around 1,600 bags of cement, at a cost of around PKR
23,88,000.
Other materials required for building a 1 kanal house include:
Kassu
A mixture of sand and mitti, used to fill empty plots and build the foundation. Around PKR 450,000 worth of Kassu is required.
Steel
Around 9 tons or 9,000 kg of 60 grade steel is required. &
You can use a house construction cost calculator to estimate the cost of building your home. You can enter the city, the area of the house, and the quality of materials you want to use.