Explore properties and available options in DHA Margalla Orchards.
DHA Margalla Orchards Islamabad is a large residential development on Main Park Road in Islamabad's Zone 4, opposite COMSATS University Islamabad. The project is associated with the Defence Housing Authority (DHA), the Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) and the Supreme Court Bar Association of Pakistan (SCBAP). It is important to understand that Margalla Orchards is a separate DHA-managed development, not simply another numbered DHA phase.
Margalla Orchards Walk combines one of Islamabad's first multi-storey resorts with commercial plots for sale. Residential plots are available in the 10 Marla, 14 Marla and 1 Kanal sizes, while Margalla Orchards Walk has available commercial plots in 5.33 Marla, 8 Marla and 10.66 Marla sizes.
Its Park Road location gives the project access to important parts of Islamabad, including Chak Shahzad, Taramri Chowk, Kuri Road, Islamabad Expressway and the wider city road network. The location also places the development close to major educational and residential areas.
For property buyers, however, the project needs to be examined at the block and plot level. Price, development, possession, road access, plot orientation, and surrounding construction can differ considerably between properties.
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Feature |
Details |
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Project |
DHA Margalla Orchards Islamabad |
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Location |
Main Park Road, Islamabad |
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Zone |
CDA Zone 4 |
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Major partners |
DHA, FGEHA, and SCBAP |
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Residential blocks |
A to H |
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Residential plot sizes |
10 Marla, 14 Marla, 1 Kanal |
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Residential plot dimensions |
32×70 ft, 40×80 ft, 50×90 ft |
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Commercial component |
Margalla Orchards Walk |
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Commercial plot sizes |
5.33, 8, and 10.66 Marla |
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Main road |
Park Road |
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Nearby landmark |
COMSATS University Islamabad |
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Development profile |
Developing DHA-managed community |
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Main property market |
Residential resale and commercial opportunities |
The commonly cited project plan covers approximately 8,380 kanals and includes eight residential blocks, A through H. The commonly published residential inventory is 4,781 plots, divided between FGEHA and SCBAP allocations.
Location is one of the defining characteristics of DHA Margalla Orchards.
The project is situated on Main Park Road, Islamabad, in the Chak Shahzad area, directly opposite COMSATS University Islamabad. Daaclay's project information identifies the development as being in CDA Zone 4 and highlights its access to Kuri Road, Murree Road, Kashmir Highway, and Islamabad Expressway.
DHA Margalla Orchards is on Main Park Road adjacent to:
The project is situated in an area where residential, educational, and institutional infrastructure has been developed around Park Road.
The Park Road corridor connects several important parts of Islamabad.
For residents, this can make daily travel to educational institutions, commercial districts and central Islamabad more practical than travelling to a project located farther outside the city.
For property buyers, the location also creates a different market profile from DHA developments situated around Rawalpindi and the southern expansion corridor.
The project's road connectivity is an important part of its property profile.
Main Park Road is the primary approach to DHA Margalla Orchards.
The road connects the project with Chak Shahzad and other important parts of southern Islamabad.
The project has access to Islamabad Expressway, providing a route towards central Islamabad and other parts of the capital.
Kuri Road provides another route towards surrounding residential areas and Bahria Enclave.
The wider road network provides connectivity towards Murree Road and the central Rawalpindi-Islamabad corridor.
The wider network also provides access to the Kashmir Highway, which is important for movement across Islamabad.
The following locations are commonly highlighted in relation to DHA Margalla Orchards:
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Nearby Location |
Approximate Drive |
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COMSATS University Islamabad |
Opposite the project |
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Taramri Chowk |
About 1 minute |
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Park Enclave |
About 3 minutes |
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Chak Shahzad |
About 5 minutes |
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Bahria Enclave |
About 12 minutes |
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Serena Hotel |
About 13 minutes |
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Faizabad Interchange |
About 10 minutes |
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Blue Area |
About 10 minutes |
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Faisal Mosque |
About 22 minutes |
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Islamabad International Airport |
About 30 minutes |
These are approximate route-based figures and may change depending on traffic and the exact starting point within the project. Daaclay's location information provides the same general access profile.
COMSATS is directly opposite the project along Main Park Road.
This is one of the most recognizable locational advantages of Margalla Orchards because it places a major educational institution immediately adjacent to the development.
Taramri Chowk provides an important connection point for reaching the surrounding road network.
Park Enclave is located close to Margalla Orchards and adds to the established residential environment around Park Road.
Chak Shahzad is one of the closest established areas to the project and provides access to local facilities and roads.
Bahria Enclave is accessible through the Kuri Road side of the surrounding road network.
Blue Area remains one of Islamabad's major commercial destinations and can be reached via the city's connecting roads.
DHA Margalla Orchards is commonly divided into eight residential blocks, A to H.
The blocks should not be treated as identical. Their location within the master plan, plot category, road network, elevation, development, and surrounding land can affect market value.
Block A contains residential plots and is generally associated with larger residential plot categories.
When comparing properties here, buyers should check:
Block B forms part of the project's central residential structure.
Property value depends on the exact location rather than the block name alone.
Block C is often mentioned in relation to larger residential plots and overall road layout.
A prospective buyer of Block C should consider frontage, road width, location and the surrounding development, make their assessment and then decide on the asking price.
Block D contains residential inventory and is represented in the current resale market.
The exact plot category and development position should be verified before purchase.
Current market listings highly relate Block E plots to the 10 Marla residential plots.
So, Block E plots are pertinent to interested buyers looking for smaller residential plots. Currently, there are active 10 Marla plots in Block E in the listings.
Block F contains residential plots across multiple categories.
Current Daaclay listings include 10 Marla, 14 Marla, and 1 Kanal properties in Block F.
Block G is another residential location within the master plan.
Current market listings include 14 Marla properties in this block.
Block H also contains residential plots in the main plot categories.
Current market listings include 10 Marla, 14 Marla, and 1 Kanal properties in this location.
One of the most important differences between Margalla Orchards and several other DHA developments is its residential plot mix.
The commonly published residential categories are:
The published dimensions are approximately:
|
Plot Size |
Dimensions |
Approx. Area |
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10 Marla |
32 × 70 ft |
250 sq yd |
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14 Marla |
40 × 80 ft |
355.56 sq yd |
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1 Kanal |
50 × 90 ft |
500 sq yd |
The allocation structure commonly published for the project shows 10 Marla plots associated with the SCBAP allocation, while 14 Marla plots are associated with the FGEHA allocation. The 1 Kanal category appears in both allocations.
10 Marla plots are the smallest standard residential category in Margalla Orchards.
They may be suitable for:
Current market listings have 10 Marla plots, especially in Block E and other blocks.
14 Marla plots sit between the 10 Marla and 1 Kanal categories.
They provide additional construction space without moving all the way to a full Kanal.
Current listings show 14 Marla plots in several blocks, including E, F, G, and H.
1 Kanal is the largest commonly published standard residential category in the main Margalla Orchards allocation.
The size is particularly relevant for buyers planning larger family homes.
Current listings show 1 Kanal properties across multiple blocks.
The master plan has approximately 8,380 kanals and features a residential and commercial area in Blocks A to H. The residential area has approximately 4,781 plots.
The plan includes:
The project is planned around a combination of residential neighbourhoods and supporting facilities rather than a single residential cluster.
Residential blocks A to H contain the main residential plot inventory.
The different plot categories allow the project to serve households with different space requirements.
The master plan includes a network of main and internal roads connecting residential areas with commercial and community facilities.
The official commercial master plan for Margalla Orchards Walk also shows major road corridors and internal access routes within the commercial component.
Green spaces and parks are included in the planned environments.
Master planned commercial areas show numerous park locations, and the larger project locations emphasize landscaped and community-oriented spaces.
The published master-plan information includes a mosque and other community-use areas.
Actual operational status should be checked at the time of purchase because planned facilities and completed facilities are not always the same.
Margalla Orchards should be treated as a developing residential community, not as a uniformly completed neighbourhood.
DHA's current Margalla Orchards commercial project information describes Margalla Orchards Walk as an underdeveloped project while outlining planned amenities and infrastructure.
For residential property, development should be evaluated at the individual block and street level.
A buyer should check:
A large project can have roads and infrastructure completed at different stages.
Therefore, saying simply that "Margalla Orchards is developed" or "Margalla Orchards is undeveloped" does not provide enough information for a property buyer.
The exact plot should be inspected.
Possession is one of the most important checks before purchasing a resale plot.
Do not assume that every plot in Margalla Orchards has identical possession status.
Before purchasing, confirm:
Prices for properties built in Margalla Orchards are determined by:
Current market listings show substantial variation.
A current market price source places 10 Marla plots around PKR 1.85 crore to PKR 2.10 crore, 14 Marla plots around PKR 1.70 crore to PKR 2.50 crore, and 1 Kanal plots around PKR 2.70 crore to PKR 3.50 crore in its reviewed market range.
Daaclay's current property inventory also shows 10 Marla plots starting around PKR 1.9 to 2.0 crore, 14 Marla plots around PKR 2.1 to 2.4 crore in the listed examples, and 1 Kanal properties from around PKR 3.6 crore and above in some blocks.
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Plot Size |
Current Market Indication |
Daaclay |
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10 Marla |
Approximately PKR 1.85 crore |
Contact Daaclay Consultant for the current price |
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14 Marla |
Approximately PKR 1.70 crore |
Contact Daaclay Consultant for the current price |
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1 Kanal |
Approximately PKR 2.70 - 3.50 crore |
Contact Daaclay Consultant for the current price |
A 1 Kanal plot in one block cannot automatically be compared with another 1 Kanal plot.
The price can change because of:
For 10 Marla plots, Block E is an important market location, but the exact street and property status remain more important than the block name alone.
14 Marla prices can vary significantly across blocks because of road position, development, and location.
1 Kanal plots generally represent the larger residential category and can command a premium when located on wider roads, near parks, or in elevated positions.
The residential market needs to be distinguished from the commercial launch.
Residential Margalla Orchards plots currently traded in the market are generally resale properties, so buyers should not assume that the original booking payment plan still applies to a resale transaction.
The buyer should instead verify:
Margalla Orchards Walk has a separate official commercial payment structure.
DHA's official commercial project page offers lump-sum and payment plans extending up to three years with quarterly installments. It offers commercial plot sizes of 5.33 Marla, 8 Marla, and 10.66 Marla.
The official commercial page also states that successful applicants are required to make a 20% payment within 30 days after the computerized ballot, with the remaining amount handled according to the selected payment plan.
Margalla Orchards Walk is the project's dedicated commercial component.
DHA describes it as a commercial destination on Main Park Road, featuring Spanish-inspired architecture, retail, office and mixed-use opportunities.
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Commercial Plot Area |
Approx. Area in Sq Yd |
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5.33 Marla |
133.33 sq yd |
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8 Marla |
200 sq yd |
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10.66 Marla |
266.66 sq yd |
The official project allows construction up to LG + Ground + 5 floors for the advertised commercial plots.
The official plan includes:
The official master plan also identifies parks, a mosque, food kiosk areas, a petrol pump and major internal road corridors.
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Commercial Plot Area |
DHA Benchmark Price Range |
Daaclay |
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5.33 Marla |
PKR 10.5 - 11 crore |
Contact Daaclay Consultant for the current price |
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8 Marla |
PKR 16 - 17 crore |
Contact Daaclay Consultant for the current price |
The project's planned facilities are intended to support residential and commercial activity.
The project planning includes gated access and security infrastructure.
The exact security arrangements and operational status should be checked when visiting the property.
Parks and landscaped areas form part of the master-plan concept.
The project information includes sports and recreational facilities as part of the planned community environment.
One of the strongest location advantages is proximity to established educational institutions, particularly COMSATS University Islamabad.
The wider Park Road and Islamabad network provides access to hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and diagnostic facilities.
DHA's commercial project information specifically identifies an organized road network and drainage system among the planned amenities.
Utility infrastructure should be verified for the exact plot.
Do not assume that every utility is already connected simply because it is included in the project plan.
Education is a significant advantage of the Park Road location.
COMSATS University is directly opposite the project's Main Park Road frontage.
The wider Islamabad area provides access to:
For families, actual commuting time should be considered rather than only the distance shown on a map.
There are multiple options for healthcare across Islamabad.
Based on your route, you will be near:
Before moving into a new home, families must find their ideal hospital and test the driving time from their new block to the hospital.
The residential plot mix provides opportunities for different types of family homes.
A 10 Marla plot can suit buyers who want a family home without moving to a full Kanal.
Consider the following factors prior to purchasing or building:
14 Marla offers additional space for larger family requirements.
It can provide more flexibility for:
A 1 Kanal plot is suited to buyers planning a larger home.
Construction costs, however, can be substantially higher than the plot price alone.
Prior to construction, you must confirm the following:
The rental market will depend heavily on actual occupancy and completed housing.
The location near COMSATS and other Islamabad institutions can support potential rental demand, but rental income should be based on comparable completed houses rather than future expectations.
These factors include:
A basic gross rental yield can be calculated as:
Annual Rental Income ÷ Total Property Cost × 100
A complete calculation should also account for:
Margalla Orchards has attracted attention because of its Park Road location, large land area, DHA involvement, and proximity to established parts of Islamabad.
Some market potential factors may be:
Short-term investors should focus on:
A property with a low asking price may still be difficult to resell if demand is limited for that particular location.
Long-term buyers can evaluate:
The exact block and plot should remain the centre of the analysis.
Buying a property in Margalla Orchards requires document verification and physical inspection.
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Buyer Type |
Main Priorities |
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Family home |
Possession, utilities, schools and daily access |
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Larger family |
14 Marla or 1 Kanal layout |
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Smaller family |
10 Marla layout |
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Long-term investor |
Price, development and resale liquidity |
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Commercial buyer |
Frontage, visibility and access |
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Overseas buyer |
Documentation, transfer process and remote verification |
Before paying an advance, verify:
Always visit the actual plot.
Check:
Do not pay based only on:
The actual property record and physical location should match the seller's information.
A good property listing should provide enough information for a serious buyer to evaluate the plot.
Clear information can make it easier to compare similar properties.
Margalla Orchards should not be confused with the numbered DHA phases in Islamabad-Rawalpindi.
It is a separate DHA-associated development on Park Road.
This distinction matters because its:
are different from DHA Phase 1 through Phase 7.
For buyers researching DHA Islamabad-Rawalpindi, Margalla Orchards should therefore be covered separately rather than inserted into the numbered phase list.
This project will be located on Main Park Road and will be situated opposite COMSATS University Islamabad.
Plots in sizes of 10 Marla, 14 Marla, and 1 Kanal provide different sizes and options for people attempting to build their own home.
This project will be undertaken in partnership with DHA.
COMSATS University is in front of the project, while other schools are accessible from the Islamabad roads.
Margalla Orchards Walk provides a dedicated commercial area.
The project is close to Islamabad Expressway, Kuri Road, Murree Road, and Kashmir Highway.
Development should be checked at the exact block and street level.
Asking prices can differ substantially from actual transaction prices.
Verify possession for the specific plot.
Check actual connections rather than relying only on planned infrastructure.
A plot's current surroundings may change as neighbouring properties are developed.
Because the project involves multiple institutional partners and allocated residential inventory, buyers should carefully verify the complete transfer and ownership record.
Families looking for a Park Road location with access to educational and city facilities may consider the project after checking development and possession.
The 10 Marla, 14 Marla, and 1 Kanal categories offer different options for constructing family homes.
Investors can evaluate the project based on purchase price, exact block, development, liquidity, and intended holding period.
Overseas buyers can consider resale opportunities, but should complete stronger document verification and use a trusted representative for physical inspection.
Commercial buyers can examine Margalla Orchards Walk based on frontage, visibility, parking, permitted use, and expected customer access.
No. Margalla Orchards should be treated as a separate DHA-associated project, not as a numbered DHA phase such as Phase 5, Phase 6, or Phase 7.
It is located on Main Park Road in Islamabad's Zone 4, opposite COMSATS University Islamabad.
The project is associated with DHA, FGEHA, and SCBAP.
The main residential categories are:
with commonly published dimensions of 32×70 ft, 40×80 ft and 50×90 ft respectively.
The residential master plan is commonly described as having eight blocks, A through H.
Current market indications reviewed for the project place 10 Marla plots at approximately PKR 1.85 crore to PKR 2.10 crore, although individual properties may be priced differently.
Current market indications place 14 Marla plots at approximately PKR 1.70 crore to PKR 2.50 crore. Exact prices depend on the block and property characteristics.
Current market indications place 1 Kanal plots at approximately PKR 2.70 crore to PKR 3.50 crore in the reviewed market range.
Yes. Margalla Orchards Walk is the project's dedicated commercial component and offers 5.33 Marla, 8 Marla, and 10.66 Marla commercial plots.
It is a separate commercial development by DHA Islamabad within the Margalla Orchards project environment, planned with retail, office, and mixed-use commercial opportunities.
For the current residential resale market, buyers should not assume an original developer installment plan applies. Margalla Orchards Walk, the commercial component, has an official payment structure offering lump-sum and up to three-year quarterly installment options.
Development is ongoing and varies by location. The exact block and street should be inspected before purchase.
Possession must be verified for the specific plot. Do not rely only on a general statement about the project.
It can be considered by families who value the Park Road location, proximity to educational institutions, and access to Islamabad's major roads, provided the selected plot has suitable development, possession, and utilities.
It can be evaluated as a property investment, but future returns are not guaranteed. Investors should compare the exact purchase price with development, possession, resale liquidity, and holding period.
DHA Margalla Orchards is a unique residential development on Main Park Road, Islamabad. DHA (Main Park Road) will exist outside of, or in addition to, DHA’s other phases. Because it is positioned across from COMSATS University, has access to Chak Shahzad and Park Enclave, and is in proximity to the Islamabad Expressway, it contains a market distinct from other DHA Phases along the route between Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
This project is typically described with a land area of 8,380 kanals and is home to Blocks A to H, with an estimated 4,781 residential plots. The main plot sizes in the residential area are 10 Marlas, 14 Marlas, and 1 Kanal.
The commercial side is identified separately as Margalla Orchards Walk, with 5.33 Marla, 8 Marla and 10.66 Marla commercial plots and a payment structure that extends up to three years.
For buyers, the key point is that Margalla Orchards should not be judged by a single project-wide price.
The exact block, plot size, road, elevation, possession, development, surrounding construction, and documentation can materially affect a property's value.
For families, the Park Road location and nearby educational facilities are important considerations.
For investors, the focus should be on the purchase price, development position, resale activity, documentation, and intended holding period.
For commercial buyers, Margalla Orchards Walk should be evaluated separately based no frontage, visibility, parking, permittuses us, and customer access.
The most reliable approach is therefore simple: verify the exact plot, inspect the actual location, and compare the current asking price with genuinely comparable properties before making a purchase.
For current DHA Margalla Orchards properties and project information, visit Daaclay's DHA Margalla Orchards page.