Despite its relatively smaller size, a 1.5 marla plot provides a reasonably priced starting point for individuals and families who wish to own a home in the city without having to pay the exorbitant prices of larger plots. With careful planning, even a tiny property can have cozy living spaces spread across several stories, giving homeowners the opportunity to create a setting that is uniquely theirs. The compact footprint promotes innovative and effective use of available space, frequently utilizing vertical architecture and multipurpose spaces. Many people find that building on a smaller plot also results in lower construction and maintenance costs, which makes it a sensible and affordable option in expanding towns with constrained resources and space.
However, please be aware that market fluctuations and inflation can affect building costs. The cost of supplies like steel, cement, and fittings can vary greatly and might go up without warning. Costs of labor and materials might also vary by region. A contingency budget of 10–15% should be included to cover any price adjustments that may occur during the building process.
This article breaks down the approximate expenses of building a 1.5 Marla home using grey construction, A-grade finishing, and premium quality finishing.
Estimated Covered Space for a 1.5-Marla Home:
The amount of covered space on each floor of a 1.5 Marla home varies:
First floor: 337.5 square feet; second floor: 225 square feet; ground floor: 337.5 square feet
As you add more stories, the overall covered area will grow.
There are three categories for construction costs:
1. Grey Structure: The house’s fundamental framework, including the walls, roof, plumbing, and electrical system.
2. A-Quality Finishing: Intermediate finishing supplies include paint, tiling, windows, doors, and fittings.
3. Premium Quality Finishing: Expensive finishes and materials that provide an air of luxury.
The comprehensive cost breakdown for several building types of a 1.5-marla home without a basement may be found below.
One-Level Home
337.5 square feet of covered space
Grey Structure: 877,500 PKR
A-Grade Finishing: 1,181,250 PKR
Superior Quality Finishing: 1,451,250 PKR
Ground and First Floors of a Double-Storey House
675 square feet of covered space (337.5 square feet for the ground and first floors)
Grey Building: 1,753,700 PKR
A-Grade Finishing: 2,360,750 PKR
Superior Quality Finishing: 2,900,350 PKR
Ground, First, and Second Floors of a Triple-Storey House
Covered Area: 900 square feet (first and ground floors: 337.5 square feet, second floor: 225 square feet).
The grey structure costs 2,338,700 PKR.
A. Quality Finishing:
PKR 3,148,250
Premium Quality Finishing: 3,867,850 PKR
Breakdown of Cost by Floor:
The cost of each extra level varies based on the covered space and finish quality:
Ground Level:
The Grey Structure costs PKR 877,500. A Quality Finishing: 1,181,250 PKR
PKR 1,451,250 for Premium Quality Finishing
First Floor:
The Grey Structure costs PKR 876,200. A Quality Finishing: 1,179,500 PKR
PKR 1,449,100 for Premium Quality Finishing
225 square feet on the second floor:
The grey structure costs PKR 585,000. A Quality Finishing: PKR 787,500
PKR 967,500 for Premium Quality Finishing
Total Cost of Construction:
A brief rundown of the entire cost of building a 1.5 Marla home is provided here:
A one-story home costs between PKR 877,500 and PKR 1,451,250.
A two-story home costs between PKR 1,753,700 and PKR 2,900,350.
A three-story home costs between PKR 2,338,700 and PKR 3,867,850.
The cost of building a 1.5-marla home can vary based on the number of floors and the level of finish you select. Your home’s gray structure serves as its foundation, but upgrading to A- or premium-quality finishes will enhance its overall appearance and longevity. You may plan and budget for a single-, double-, or triple-story home by carefully determining your demands.
Flexibility in Budget for Unexpected Expenses: When building on smaller plots, there are frequently special difficulties, particularly when trying to make the most of the available area or incorporating multi-story designs. Additional expenses may result from unforeseen problems like foundation modifications or the requirement for specialized solutions. Inflation or shifts in the worldwide market frequently cause price swings for basic commodities like steel, cement, and fixtures, which also have an impact on Pakistan’s building sector. It is easier to handle these unforeseen costs without sacrificing quality or design when you have a flexible budget with a contingency buffer of 10–15%.
A budget buffer, which keeps the project on schedule even if prices vary during the build, can mean the difference between a project being completed successfully and encountering delays and material concessions.
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