The 2026 figures are in the sections below; the older 2020 breakdown further down is kept for historical reference. For the latest construction cost in Lahore and Islamabad (October 2026 rates), use our free calculator: it estimates grey structure and turnkey cost for 5 Marla, 10 Marla and 1 Kanal, with itemised materials and labour.
5 Marla Grey Structure and Complete Cost in 2026
A 5 marla house of about 1,900 sq ft covered area costs roughly Rs 58 – 65 lakh as a grey structure and about Rs 1.05 – 1.90 crore complete in Lahore in 2026.
| Scope | Rate per sq ft (2026) | Estimated total for 1,900 sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Grey structure only (A-grade materials) | Rs 3,050 – 3,400 | Rs 58 lakh – Rs 65 lakh |
| Complete, Category C (economy finishing) | Rs 5,500 – 6,500 | Rs 1.04 crore – Rs 1.24 crore |
| Complete, Category B (standard finishing) | Rs 6,500 – 8,000 | Rs 1.24 crore – Rs 1.52 crore |
| Complete, Category A (premium finishing) | Rs 8,000 – 10,000 | Rs 1.52 crore – Rs 1.90 crore |
These are 2026 planning ranges for Lahore, based on our October 2026 grey structure rate of Rs 3,050 per sq ft for A-grade materials (see the October 2026 construction cost update) and the finishing categories explained in our grey structure vs turnkey guide. A contractor margin of roughly Rs 200 – 300 per sq ft applies if you hire a company. Your actual figure depends on design, plot level, soil and the brands you choose; this is not a quotation.
Full guide: 5 marla house construction cost in Lahore 2026. For larger plots see 10 marla house construction cost in Lahore 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the grey structure cost of a 5 marla house in 2026?
About Rs 58 – 65 lakh for roughly 1,900 sq ft at Rs 3,050 – 3,400 per sq ft.
How much does a complete 5 marla house cost?
About Rs 1.05 – 1.90 crore depending on finishing category C, B or A.
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In previous costing videos and detailed articles, we told our viewers in detail about house construction costs for grey structure and finishing separately. We had many queries about the combined construction cost of a house. In this video and article we will tell our viewers briefly, without calculating quantities, about the overall 5 marla house construction cost. This article is just for the guidance of laymen who are interested in getting their house constructed on their own — as we have said before, we do not recommend a complete GREY + FINISH turnkey contract if you intend to get your house built by a construction company.
This article and video is dedicated to a 5 marla plot only. Per square foot construction cost of a smaller house is always higher compared to bigger houses, for various reasons. It is important to note that this article and video will briefly explain the complete 5 marla house construction cost — for detailed calculations you will have to refer to our previous costing videos in which we have explained grey structure and finishing cost separately, with quantities.
In this combined construction cost video for GREY + FINISH for a 5 marla house, the grey structure considered is of PREMIUM PLUS grade quality, without any compromise — as we have always recommended, even if you are on a tighter budget, there should be no compromise on grey structure quality. For finishing, we have explained cost for three different grades:
- Economical finish (B grade)
- Standard finish (A grade)
- Premium finish (A+ grade)
Sample project
The project considered for this costing is a 5 marla house with the following specifications:
- Ground floor
- First floor
- 150 sq.ft rooftop servant quarter
- Total 1,900 sq.ft covered area
- Normal depth of 5-6ft for foundations, from NSL till FFL
Disclaimer
- Possible ±5% variation is possible in the cost shown in the video.
- Rates applicable on brick structures only.
- Add Rs 150-200/sq.ft for frame structure construction.
- Skills required to achieve this cost: past experience, quality & honest labour, labour management skills, and quality, timely & cost-effective material procurement.
- Factors such as construction inexperience, unusual covered areas, frequent wear & tear, or fraudulent labour can affect this cost figure.
- Hiring a professional company will add a minimum figure of Rs 300/sq.ft as margin.
- Basement grey structure will cost a minimum of Rs 2,029/sq.ft.