Guide Section
Government Schemes in Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan's largest city and economic capital, has several major government and semi-government housing schemes. The primary authority is DHA Karachi and the Karachi Development Authority (KDA).
§Key Authorities
| Authority | Role |
|---|---|
| DHA Karachi | Defence housing phases 1–8 + DHA City |
| KDA | Karachi Development Authority — city planning |
| SBCA | Sindh Building Control Authority — construction approvals |
| NAPHDA | Federal affordable housing in Karachi |
| PHAF | Pakistan Housing Authority Foundation — Karachi projects |
§Schemes Summary
| Scheme | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| DHA Karachi Phases 1–6 | Fully developed residential | Mature |
| DHA Karachi Phase 7 | Mostly developed | Active |
| DHA Karachi Phase 8 | Developing, sea-facing | Premium |
| DHA City Karachi (DCK) | Large planned township on Superhighway | Mid-development |
| NAPHDA Karachi | MOHANWALI, PIPRI, Hawksbay | Planned / in progress |
| KDA Schemes | Various older city schemes | Mixed status |
| Malir Development | Malir Expressway linked | Growing |
§Market Context (2025)
- •Karachi real estate market remains active despite economic pressures
- •DHA Phase 8 is the premium sea-facing phase — highest prices
- •DHA City Karachi (on Superhighway) is the most affordable DHA option and a long-term growth play
- •Malir Expressway completion has boosted DHA City Karachi connectivity significantly
- •Average residential plot price in DHA City Karachi (May 2025): PKR 90.53 Lakh
§Transaction Costs in Karachi / Sindh
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| CVT | 2% of declared value |
| Stamp Duty | 3% |
| Registration Fee | ~1% + provincial charges |
| Advance Tax 236K (Filer) | 3% |
| Advance Tax 236K (Non-Filer) | 6% |
| DHA Transfer Charges | Per DHA Karachi schedule |
Browse sub-sections for phase-by-phase DHA Karachi and DHA City Karachi details.
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