Gated Communities in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad – On Rise 

Although gated communities have had a presence in Pakistan since the 1990s, the trend began to gain traction in the last five years, due to an increasing demand for secure and well-maintained homes- a result of the prevailing law and order situation. Consequently , there are approximately 45 gated communities in Pakistan, the majority which have been established in the last five years. This number is expected to increase to at least 80 with in the next three years.

Gated communities are usually established on large plots of land measuring five to 10 acres and are enclosed with in a boundary wall; facilities include clinics, commercial pockets, community centres, mosques, parks and round-the-clock-security. Residential property options are primarily restricted to houses , although apartments are now being introduced as well.Their value is 10 to 30% higher communities a lucrative options.

If you are looking to purchase or rent a house in a gated community , or invest in one, factor in the following.
Karachi
Number of gate communities: 18-20.
Areas where gate communities are located include: Clifton, Gulistan-e-jauhar, Gulshan-e-iqbal, North Nazimabad, Sakhi Hasan and along Shahrah-e-Faisal.
Available plot sizes include: 200,300 and 500 square yard.
Purchase price range: Rs 50,000-250,000 per square yard.
Monthly rental range: Rs 200-600 per square yard.

Lahore
Number of gate communities: 12-15.
Gated communities are located along: Bedian Road, Burki Road, DHA Road, Lahore Ring Road and Raiwand Road.
Available plot sizes include: 125,250,500 and 1,000 square yards.
Purchase price range: Rs 95,000-125,000 per square yard.
Monthly rental range: Rs 280-400 per square yard.

Islamabad
Number of gated communities: 8-10.
Gated communities are located near: GT Road, Islamabad Highway, Naval Anchorage Road and PWD Road.
Available plot sizes include: 125,250,200 and 500 square yards.
Purchase price range: Rs 100,000-130,000 per square yard.
Monthly rental range: Rs 250-450 per square yard.
Uzma Nawaz.  Information provided by Lamudi.pk and Citi Associates, Karachi.

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