Defence Housing Authority (DHA) is one of Karachi’s most modern, updated, socialised and prestigious housing societies. Covering a total land area of about 8838 acres, DHA Karachi has a total of 8 phases, offering high-quality services and facilities.
Close proximity to Clifton Beach and Sea View adds up to its high value and demand, thus making it one of the most expensive areas of Karachi. DHA Karachi is not only in high demand because of its professional and exact design but also because of its well-managed, regulated, and expert management.
The society hosts many events, including the largest flower show in Pakistan. Society is home to many international-styled, elite and modern clubs, hosting many sports and recreational activities.
Religious Places in DHA, Karachi
DHA Karachi strongly supports all religious activities in complete freedom, as well as all minorities who live there.
In DHA Karachi, a huge number of mosques have been built in diverse areas to ensure that every resident may easily say obligatory prayers.
Some of the most famous mosques in DHA Karachi are:
- Ayesha Masjid
- Jamia Masjid Auliya
- Fatima Masjid
- Masjid-e-Khadija Tul Kurba
- Masjid-e-Faizan-e-Islami
- Jamia Masjid Abdul Aziz
- Jamia Masjid Noor-ul-Islam
Masjid-e-Tooba, which is the largest single-domed mosque in the world, is also located in Phase 2 of DHA Karachi. The Mosque has a total capacity of 5000 worshippers.
Apart from the mosques, DHA Karachi is also home to many churches and other religious places:
- Church of Christ
- Thomas’ Church
- Anthony’s Parish
- Newlife Technological Seminary
- Andrews Church
- Shree Darbar
- Samantha Dham
- Shri Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple
Marketplaces in DHA, Karachi
There are many marketplaces in different phases of Karachi. These markets consist of clothing shops, restaurants, pharmacies, banks, and supermarts. The markets in DHA are known as ‘commercial’ and are named after their respective area.
The major commercials in DHA Karachi include:
- Badar Commercial
- Bahria Commercial
- Bukhari Commercial
- Saba Commercial
- Rahat Commercial
- Peninsula Commercial
- Khadda Market
Restaurants in DHA Karachi
In DHA Karachi, there are many available options for eating and munching. There are many Pakistani, Indian, and fast-food restaurants serving delicious cuisines.
Some of the most popular restaurants in DHA Karachi include:
- Kolachi
- Rotisserie
- Angeethi – Shahbaz DHA
- Jardin
- Nawab’s Dynasty
- Hot N Spicy Restaurant
- Cafeela Restaurant
- Gazebo Restaurant
- Nando’s
Hospitals in DHA Karachi
DHA Karachi is home to some of Karachi’s best hospitals – both private and public – which are equipped with the latest medical technology and cater to patients from all over the city.
Here are some of the best hospitals in the area:
- PNS Shifa Hospital
- Ziauddin Hospital
- DHA Medical Centre
- Sir Syed Hospital
- Metropolis Health
- KMC Hospital
Public Transport in DHA Karachi
Almost every resident of DHA has their own private transportation or commute through ride-hailing services.
But still, there are many buses passing DHA Karachi, completing several routes, and covering different parts of the city. These routes include W30, X10, W21, Z2, Gulistan Coach, and the famous Aiwan Coach.
Following are some of the bus stops in DHA Karachi
- Qayyumabad
- Defence View
- Iqra Bus Stop
- M-1 Bus Stop
- Gizri Bus Stop
- KPT Underpass
- Warraich Express
- JolSol Bus Stop
- Madina Stop
- Submarine Chowk
Price Trends in DHA Karachi
Whether you are looking for commercial plots, an apartment for rent or a house for rent in DHA Karachi, you will find plenty of options to choose from. Following are the tables that enlist the price trends in this neighbourhood.
DHA Phase 8
Following are the average sale prices of residential and commercial plots and in DHA Phase 8, Karachi.
Residential Plots
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | 2.8 Crores |
| 120 | 3.25 Crores |
| 300 | 4 Crores |
| 500 | 85 Million |
| 1000 | 140 Million |
Commercial Plots
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | Rs. 7 Crores |
| 200 | Rs. 23 Crores |
DHA Phase 5, 6 & 7
Following are the average sale prices of residential and commercial plots and properties in phases 5, 6 & 7 of Defense Housing Society, Karachi.
Residential Plots
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 500 | 7 Crores |
| 600 | 8.75 Crores |
| 666 | 9.25 Crores |
| 1000 | 13 Crores |
Commercial Plots in DHA
The following table enlists the average prices of Commercial Plots in DHA Karachi.
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | 5 Crores |
| 200 | 12 Crores |
| 300 | 20 Crores |
Residential Built-up
House
The following table enlists the average prices of houses for sale in DHA Karachi Phase 5, 6 and 7.
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 500 | 8 Crores |
| 600 | 11 Crores |
| 666 | 12 Crores |
| 1000 | 16 Crores |
Apartment
The following table enlists the average prices of flats for sale in DHA Karachi.
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 450 | 60 Lacs |
| 900 | 1 Crore |
| 1150 | 1.2 Crore |
| 1500 | 1.4 Crore |
Commercial Built-up
Shop
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 300 | 1 Crore |
| 750 | 2.5 Crores |
| 1000 | 5 Crores |
Office
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 500 Sqft | 70 Lacs |
| 1020 Sqft | 2 Crores |
DHA Phase 1, 2 & 2ext
Listed below are the average sale prices of residential and commercial plots and properties in (DHA) Defence phase 1, 2 and 2ext of Defense Housing Society, Karachi.
Residential Plots
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | 2.5 Crores |
| 120 | 2.8 Crores |
| 200 | 3.8 Crores |
| 500 | 8.5 Crores |
| 1000 | 12 Crores |
| 2000 | 32 Crores |
Commercial Plots
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | 6 Crores |
| 200 | 22 Crores |
Residential Built-up
House
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | 3 Crores |
| 120 | 3.9 Crores |
| 200 | 4.5 Crores |
| 500 | 11 Crores |
| 1000 | 16 Crores |
| 2000 | 35 Crores |
Apartment
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 550 | 60 Lacs |
| 950 | 80 Lacs |
| 1400 | 1.5 Crores |
| 1800 | 2.1 Crores |
Commercial Built-up
Office
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 700 | 1.4 Crore |
| 900 | 1.8 Crore |
| 1800 | 3.6 Crores |
Shop
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 200 | 70 Lacs |
| 550 | 1.93 Crore |
| 1000 | 3 Crores |
| 1650 | 14.85 Crores |
Building
| Size (sq. ft.) | Avg Sale Price (in Rupees) |
| 100 | 8 Crores |
| 200 | 25 Crores |
