Often called the City of Gardens, Islamabad is widely known for its lush greenery. Situated at the base of the Margalla Hills, it provides the residents with state-of-art infrastructure against a backdrop of natural beauty. In addition to that, it is the educational and economic hub of the region as well.
People from all across the country come to the capital city for various reasons; some for the better living standard, and others for better educational and career opportunities. As a result, there is a high demand for houses for rent in Islamabad.
Graana.com, Pakistan�s smartest property portal, has summarised the top 7 localities in Islamabad for rental properties.
List of Top 6 Locations in Islamabad to Find a Rental Property
In terms of rental costs and the facilities provided, the following are some of the best residential areas in the capital.
- DHA, Islamabad
- Bahria Town, Islamabad
- Park View City, Islamabad
- Sector G-13
- E-11
- Sector I-8
DHA Islamabad
DHA (Defence Housing Authority) is the most eminent name in the real estate industry of Pakistan, located in almost all the major cities. It is a top choice for both tenants and buyers in Islamabad.
Its contemporary infrastructure and multiple commercial projects, like shopping malls, marts, restaurants, cafes etc. make it stand out among all other housing societies in the city.
DHA also offers various safe investment opportunities in residential and commercial plots.
In addition to that, it offers affordable rental rates for the tenants. You can find 5 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal houses in DHA, Islamabad.
For a 5 marla house, the monthly rent ranges from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 60,000, whereas for a 10 marla house, the monthly rent starts from Rs. 50,000 and goes up to Rs. 1.3 lakh.
If you want to rent a bigger house of 1 kanal, it will cost you Rs. 65,000 to Rs. 2,000,000 per month.
Likewise, you can also find rental apartments in DHA Residency, where the rent of an apartment starts from as low as Rs. 20,000.
Bahria Town Islamabad
Located in the three major cities of Pakistan (Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad), another giant in Pakistan�s real estate sector is Bahria Town. Its exponential growth is proof of the project�s success.
Bahria Town is the second most searched housing society in Islamabad. The security, peaceful environment, and various amenities it provides to its residents make it a safe neighbourhood. The international standard luxury lifestyle that it provides is a major attraction for tenants.
The smooth, well-paved roads; the well-constructed houses; and the popular commercial areas of the city are proof of the success of the project.
The available plot sizes in Bahria Town, Islamabad are 5 marla, 10 marla, and 1 kanal.
The rent of a 5 marla house ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 75,000 per month, while that of a 10 marla house will cost you around Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 1.5 lakh. On the other hand, a 1 kanal house�s monthly rent can range from anywhere between Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 2.5 lakh.
Park View City
Unlike Bahria Town and DHA, Park View City Islamabad is a relatively new project. However, it has already taken the real estate sector by a storm.
Surrounded by the abundant beauty of hills and water streams, it is situated near Bani Gala. It offers both commercial and residential properties. However, they are allocated separate spaces to keep the residents away from the hustle and bustle of the crowded areas.
The society has a commercial district named Downtown Islamabad, which is one of the top commercial areas in the city.
Park View City also provides multiple recreational and entertainment facilities to the residents, such as parks, restaurants etc. There are multiple branches of well-known schools in the area as well.
Park View City provides 24/7 security, as they have hired a professional security staff to safeguard the area.
Sector G-13
The sector G-13 of Islamabad does not come under any housing scheme. It is adjacent to the Srinagar Highway.
Coupled with international standard facilities and robust infrastructure, it provides a lavish lifestyle to its residents. This sector has multiple commercial and residential investment opportunities.
Most houses in this sector are of 5 marla, 10 marla, and 1 kanal. The monthly rent of a 5 marla house in G-13 ranges between Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 60,000; Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1.5 lakh for a 10 marla house; Rs. 1.5 to 2 lakh for a 1 kanal house per month.
E-11
This neighbourhood ranks as one of the top three areas in terms of popularity among renters in Islamabad.
E-11 has a square boundary similar to most other sectors of Islamabad. It is connected to the main Margalla Road and Ahmad Faraz Road.
The sector also has branches of famous educational institutes such as Root Millennium School.
For rental properties in E-11, you can find 5 marla, 10 marla, and 1 kanal houses. It will cost you a monthly rent of nearly Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 1.5 lakh for a 5 marla house; Rs. 85,000 to Rs. 2 lakh for a 10 marla house; and Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 3.5 lakh for a 1 kanal house.
Sector I-8
Another popular locality that is in high demand is the sector of I-8. After recent development in the area, it has transformed into a commercial and business district.
Being connected to the Srinagar Highway makes it easier for people from other parts of the city to visit this area. For instance, travelling from I-8 to Blue Area will only take you 10 minutes at most.
It is also located in proximity to some of the most well-reputed healthcare centres, like Shifa International Hospital, and universities, for instance, SZABIST, NUML, and Preston University.
All these amenities have made I-8 one of the most desirable areas to live in. You will find that most houses in this sector are of 10 marla and 1 kanal. Unlike other areas of Islamabad, there are rarely any 5 marla houses here. For a 10 marla house, the monthly rent is around Rs. 1-2 lakh, and Rs. 1.3-2.5 lakh for a 1 kanal house.
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