Factors in the decline of prices in DHA Phase 5, Rawalpindi/Islamabad

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DHA Expressway is present in DHA Phase 5. This phase already has several important buildings, including Novacare healthcare, Caltex petrol pump, McDonald’s, and DHA’s main building. Considering this development, many private agencies have also started their developments in this area. Earlier this year, an 8 marla plot was available only at about 10 crores, and even 4 marla plots have the price in the range above 4 crores. Now, the prices for 8 marla plots have gone down to about 9 crores to 9.5 crores, and 4 marla plots are now at about 3.65 crores.

Considering the reasons behind the decline in prices, even with the presence of all different types of positive factors, it can be noted that after budget, commercial plots got Federal Excise Duty (FED). So, when someone gets a plot in DHA, they have to pay not only Advance Tax but also FED and DHA Membership Fee. These extra burdens of taxes result in the decline in prices. Another reason is the presence of businessway where people have started showing interest leading to a decline in prices near DHA expressway. Then, the development of Central Commercial, where banks, parks, and plaza with rents can be found. These three factors can be considered important in the decline in prices. However, the completion of DHA headoffice in phase 5 (by December 2025) and the completion of other famous areas (already mentioned), such as Novacare hospital (by 2026 or 2027) can eventually increase the prices of plots.

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Property Gupshup - 😱BIG DROP in price on DHA Expressway | Property Gupshup - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKd0jHytuco

Some of the most important sectors in DHA, Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Pakistan

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Considering the popular sectors of DHA Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Sector A, Sector B, Sector C, and Sector K, are among the most popular sectors. People living in these areas can have access to basic facilities, including banking, saloons, parks, schools, etc. Sector K is also near Golf Course. Considering the prices of most of the plots in Sectors A, B, and C, prices may range from 2.5 crores to 4.5 crores. Plots near main boulevard could be somewhat higher, such as near 3.25 crores. On the other hand, plots away from main boulevard and plots in low-lying areas can also be obtained at lower prices. On the other hand, plots in Sector K can be in the range from 3.5 crores to 4.5 crores.

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Property Gupshup - 💥MOST WANTED sectors in DHA Islamabad Rawalpindi | Property Gupshup - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFVtnk-XpWM

Software Park is going to be established in DHA Islamabad/Rawalpindi

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In Islamabad/Rawalpindi, with DHA interchange there is DHA Expressway, with which Software Park, DHA Emaar, is going to be established. The process of land clearing has already been started. This software park is also closely linked to DHA Phase 5. In the DHA Phase 5, there are also some other important buildings, such as DHA headoffice, McDonald’s, and Novacare Hospital. Nevertheless, Software park is close to Caltex Petrol Pump. Close to this area, Emaar is also offering plots that are available at installments. For this, people have to give 25% downpayment to DHA Emaar and the rest is on quarterly installments. It is also interesting to note that during the last few years several banks and IT companies have shown interests in these areas. One of the reasons of the interest of these organizations in this area is that of software park and another reason is that of plot sizes, which range from 9 marlas to 60 marlas. Eventually, considering DHA in association with GT Road, DHA Down Town can be a good option

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Property Gupshup - 🚨 LAND CLEARING of DHA Islamabad's 1️⃣st BUSINESS HUB | Property Gupshup - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DmlvtmcuZQ

Some of the reasons behind the growth of DHA phases in Rawalpindi/Islamabad

(Source: https://www.dhai-r.com.pk/)

During the years from 2022 to 2024, almost all sectors (in real estate) in Pakistan faced loss, except some projects that are successful even now. For instance, DHA Rawalpindi/Islamabad, has experienced a good level of profit during the past two years, as compared to all other projects. For instance, considering DHA Phase 2, the property that was about 3 crores to 3.15 crores during the end of 2022 or the start of 2023, now (in 2024) that is about 5 crores to 5.5 crores, and considering DHA Phase 5, the property that was about 1.5 crores to 1.75 crores at that time, now that is about 3 crores to 3.25 crores. This is about 80% to 100% return on investment (ROI).

There can be different reasons for the success of DHA project. One of the first reasons relate to property location, and another reason is that of who’s taking your money, i.e., who is the project developer. Behind DHA phases, project developers are related to Army Welfare Trust (AWT), which is very strong project developer. The AWT is headed by lieutenant general. This is one of the reasons that the people who purchased property in DHA get one of the most secured properties. It is also important to note that even though the economic situation is not good, people have not stopped making homes in DHA.

Another reason is that DHA phases in Rawalpindi/Islamabad have gotten two interchanges through Islamabad Expressway during the past two years. People have found it easy to enter DHA through Islamabad Expressway.

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Makaan Solutions - Real Estate Success: Why DHA Rawalpindi & Islamabad Stand Out (2022-2024) | Makaan Solutions - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqFAFa7SnM8

Prices of corner plots in DHA Phase-5, Islamabad, Pakistan

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One of the most important plots in any kind of plot in property is “corner plot.” Note that aside from corner plots, there are several other kinds of plots, including park-facing plots, back open plots, front open plots, some are at heights giving eagleness kind of feeling, etc. Nevertheless, corner plot can be considered a king of all kinds of plots. It can give you two gates.

In the DHA Phase-5, Islamabad, prices of corner plots of about 1 kanal can be ranged from 2.80 crores and higher, such as 5.5 crores. The plots can be of different kinds depending on the price of plots. For instance, below average plots in the price range of 2.80 to 3.10 crores can be considered to be found in low lying areas and they can be found in Sector H or G. Average plots in the price range of 3.25 to 3.50 crores can be found with streets, though non-sun-facing, or in Sector F. Plots in the price range of 3.5 to 4.0 crores can be found with wider streets and sun-facing. Plots in the price range of 4.0 to 4.25 crores can be found in the main Boulevard corners, particularly Liaquat Ali Khan (LAK) Boulevard (especially with the sun-facing side) and Johar Boulevard. Plots in the price range of 4.5 to 5.5 crores are available with extra lands (for example, plots can be about 25 to 30 marlas).

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Property Gupshup - 🚨The ONLY true "CATEGORY" plot that MATTERS in DHA Islamabad | Property Gupshup - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp8lU9-uqNA

Post 12/30: DHA versus Bahria Town, Islamabad, which one is better?

 

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I thought of learning about different aspects of Pakistan, as I want to do something for it. Therefore, I started with some of the well-known indices or reports that would help me in gaining more information about Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat (SWOT). These were 12 posts. You can search my posts related to Pakistan by typing: #UsmanZafarParacha_Pakistan

Now, I have been learning about real estate business in Pakistan. I have started from Youtube videos and hopefully during my learning Journey, I will get some more useful resources to move ahead in this learning and perhaps entering into the real estate business.

I have seen a video, titled, “DHA Islamabad OR Bahria Town! Which Society Is The Best To Invest In!” on the channel “PROPERTY VISION TV”

The host of the video talks about the two real estate investment options, including DHA and Bahria Town, Islamabad. One of the major differences between DHA and Bahria town is that there is relatively low level of rush in DHA as compared to Bahria Town.

The host says that usually people think that DHA is related to an organization and Bahria Town is related to “one man show,” so they often think better in the context of security regarding DHA. However, according to the host, Bahria Town is a better option if we consider customers’ trends. Moreover, Bahria town has a good range of options. For instance, you can make investments starting from low and going to high level of investment. In this brand, a huge number of people has already invested. People usually invest in Bahria Town more comfortably. Furthermore, considering the commercial areas and other developments (monuments, parks, brands, etc.), Bahria Town is again a better option.

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PROPERTY VISION TV  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rInd5T8Mqpk