If you are looking for a house or apartment to rent in Islamabad, the first question you want answered is simple. How much does it actually cost?
And if you are a landlord trying to price your property correctly, you need the same information. What is the market charging right now, area by area, property type by property type.
This guide gives you exactly that. Real numbers. Current market rates. No estimates pulled from three years ago.
How Islamabad’s Rental Market Works in 2026
Islamabad’s rental market in 2026 is active and growing. Demand for quality rental properties — particularly in gated communities and premium sectors — continues to outpace supply, which means rents in the best locations have held firm or increased despite Pakistan’s broader economic challenges over the past two years.
The city broadly divides into three rental categories. Gated community properties in Bahria Town and DHA command the highest rents and attract the most reliable tenant profiles. CDA sectors like F-6, F-7, F-8, G-11, and G-13 offer a wide range from budget to premium depending on the Specific Street and construction quality. And emerging areas on Islamabad’s outskirts offer the most affordable options but with less infrastructure and lower demand.
Understanding which category your target property falls into is the starting point for any rental decision — whether you are a tenant budgeting for a move or a landlord setting a price.
Bahria Town Islamabad: Rental Prices by Phase and Property Type
Bahria Town remains Islamabad’s most in demand rental address. The combination of 24 hour security, uninterrupted electricity, maintained roads, and a self-contained community with schools, hospitals, and commercial zones makes it the first choice for corporate tenants, returning overseas Pakistanis, and upper middle class families.
Apartments in Bahria Town
One bedroom furnished apartments in Bahria Town currently rent for between PKR 45,000 and PKR 75,000 per month depending on the phase, floor, view, and finish quality. Phase 4 and Phase 7 command the higher end of this range due to infrastructure maturity and proximity to commercial zones.
Two bedroom furnished apartments are renting for PKR 75,000 to PKR 130,000 per month. Unfurnished two bedroom units in the same locations go for PKR 55,000 to PKR 90,000 per month.
Three bedroom apartments in Bahria Town’s premium towers are currently ranging from PKR 110,000 to PKR 180,000 per month furnished depending on location and building quality.
Houses in Bahria Town
5 Marla houses in Bahria Town are currently renting for PKR 60,000 to PKR 90,000 per month depending on the phase and whether the property is furnished. Phase 8 tends to be slightly more affordable than Phase 4 or Phase 7 for comparable sized houses.
7 Marla houses range from PKR 80,000 to PKR 120,000 per month. The upper end of this range applies to well finished, recently constructed properties in Phase 4 and Phase 7.
10 Marla houses are currently commanding PKR 120,000 to PKR 200,000 per month. Corporate tenants, senior government officials, and high income families make up the primary tenant pool at this price point.
1 Kanal houses in Bahria Town’s premium phases are renting for PKR 200,000 to PKR 350,000 per month for well finished, furnished properties. Unfurnished 1 Kanal houses go for PKR 150,000 to PKR 250,000 per month.
Upper Portions in Bahria Town
Upper portions are one of the most popular rental formats in Bahria Town for smaller families and young professionals. A 5 Marla upper portion currently rents for PKR 40,000 to PKR 65,000 per month. A 10 Marla upper portion ranges from PKR 70,000 to PKR 110,000 per month.
DHA Islamabad: Rental Prices
DHA Islamabad is more exclusive and slightly more expensive than Bahria Town for comparable property sizes. The military administered security, strong title credentials, and prestigious address attract diplomats, senior corporate executives, and high net worth families.
5 Marla houses in DHA Phase 1 and Phase 2 currently rent for PKR 80,000 to PKR 120,000 per month. 10 Marla houses are ranging from PKR 150,000 to PKR 250,000 per month. 1 Kanal houses in DHA’s established phases command PKR 250,000 to PKR 450,000 per month for well finished properties.
Apartments in DHA Islamabad are more limited in supply but where available are renting for similar or slightly higher rates than comparable Bahria Town units given the address premium.
Islamabad CDA Sectors: Rental Prices
F-6 and F-7
These are Islamabad’s most central and prestigious CDA sectors. F-6 and F-7 attract diplomatic missions, senior bureaucrats, and established professionals. Rental prices here are among the highest in the city outside of premium DHA properties.
A house in F-6 or F-7 ranges enormously based on size and condition but typical 1 Kanal properties rent for PKR 300,000 to PKR 600,000 per month. Upper portions in these sectors go for PKR 80,000 to PKR 150,000 per month.
F-8 and F-10
Slightly more affordable than F-6 and F-7 but still premium CDA addresses. Houses in F-8 and F-10 rent for PKR 150,000 to PKR 350,000 per month for larger properties. Upper portions range from PKR 60,000 to PKR 120,000 per month.
G-11 and G-13
These sectors have seen strong rental demand growth driven by their proximity to the new Islamabad International Airport route and improving commercial infrastructure. Houses in G-11 and G-13 rent for PKR 80,000 to PKR 180,000 per month depending on size and condition. Apartments in G-13 particularly have seen rising demand from young professionals and small families and are currently renting for PKR 35,000 to PKR 80,000 per month.
G-9 and G-10
Mid range CDA sectors popular with government employees, teachers, and mid level professionals. Houses range from PKR 60,000 to PKR 130,000 per month. Upper portions and ground floors go for PKR 30,000 to PKR 60,000 per month.
I-8 and I-10
More affordable CDA sectors with strong demand from students, young professionals, and lower mid income families. Houses rent for PKR 45,000 to PKR 100,000 per month. Upper portions go for PKR 20,000 to PKR 45,000 per month.
Rawalpindi Adjacent Areas
Bahria Town Rawalpindi (Phases 7 and 8)
Rawalpindi’s Bahria Town phases offer significantly more affordable rents than their Islamabad counterparts while still providing the gated community infrastructure that tenants increasingly demand.
5 Marla houses in Bahria Town Phase 7 and Phase 8 Rawalpindi currently rent for PKR 40,000 to PKR 65,000 per month. 10 Marla houses range from PKR 70,000 to PKR 120,000 per month. Apartments in Phase 7 and Phase 8 are renting for PKR 30,000 to PKR 65,000 per month for furnished one and two bedroom units.
These phases attract a large number of corporate and military families who want Bahria Town quality at a more accessible price point than Islamabad phases command.
Commercial Rental Prices in Islamabad 2026
New Blue Area
New Blue Area is Islamabad’s fastest growing commercial rental market. Modern office towers with professional building management, backup power, and high speed internet are attracting corporate tenants upgrading from older Blue Area and G-8 commercial stock.
Small office units of 500 to 1,000 square feet in New Blue Area towers are currently renting for PKR 150,000 to PKR 300,000 per month. Larger floor plates of 2,000 to 5,000 square feet range from PKR 400,000 to PKR 900,000 per month depending on the building, floor level, and fit-out quality.
Retail units on ground floor podiums in New Blue Area commercial towers are commanding PKR 200,000 to PKR 500,000 per month for well located units with good footfall.
Bahria Town Commercial
Commercial shops and offices in Bahria Town’s commercial zones are renting for PKR 50,000 to PKR 200,000 per month depending on location, size, and whether it is a ground floor retail unit or an upper floor office space. Ground floor units on main commercial boulevards command a significant premium over upper floors.
Short Term and Furnished Rental Prices in Islamabad
For furnished short term rentals — the Airbnb and corporate stay market — prices work on a nightly rather than monthly basis and are significantly higher per night than long term rental rates would imply.
Well managed furnished apartments in Bahria Town are currently achieving PKR 8,000 to PKR 15,000 per night for one bedroom units. Two bedroom apartments are achieving PKR 12,000 to PKR 25,000 per night. At 60 to 70 percent occupancy these nightly rates generate monthly gross revenues of PKR 145,000 to PKR 525,000 depending on property size and management quality.
This significant premium over long term rental income is why short term rental through platforms like Airbnb has grown so rapidly among Islamabad’s property investment community. A property earning PKR 70,000 per month on a standard tenancy can generate PKR 200,000 or more per month as a well managed short term rental.
What Affects Rental Prices in Islamabad
Understanding the factors that push rents up or down helps both tenants and landlords make better decisions.
Location within a community matters as much as the community itself. In Bahria Town, a house on a main boulevard or near a commercial zone commands significantly more rent than the same sized house in an interior street. In CDA sectors, proximity to a main road, a market, and good schools drives premiums.
Construction quality and finishing standard directly impacts achievable rent. A newly constructed house with imported fittings, marble flooring, and modern kitchen and bathroom infrastructure commands 20 to 40 percent more rent than an older property of the same size in the same area. Tenants who can afford premium rents are specifically looking for quality finishing.
Furnishing adds significant rental value particularly in the corporate and short term rental market. A furnished apartment consistently achieves 30 to 50 percent more monthly income than an equivalent unfurnished unit. The upfront investment in quality furnishing typically pays back within 12 to 18 months through higher rents.
Management and presentation affects rental rates more than most landlords realise. A well maintained, professionally managed property presented to a high standard attracts better tenants faster and commands higher rents than a comparable property in poor condition even in the same building.
What Tenants Should Know Before Renting in Islamabad
Knowing the market rates is only part of making a good rental decision. Here are a few practical points every tenant in Islamabad should understand before signing anything.
Always insist on a written lease agreement regardless of what the landlord suggests about verbal arrangements. Make sure it clearly states the monthly rent, the security deposit amount, the notice period required by both parties, any annual rent increase provisions, and the condition of the property at the time of handover.
Security deposits in Islamabad are typically two to three months rent. This is normal and expected. Make sure the conditions for its return are clearly documented in your lease.
Ask about utility arrangements upfront. In some Bahria Town properties utilities are included in the rent. In most they are separate. Understanding your total monthly cost before committing avoids unpleasant surprises after move-in.
What Landlords Should Know About Setting Rental Prices in 2026
The Islamabad rental market in 2026 rewards landlords who price intelligently and penalises those who overprice out of optimism.
A property priced 10 to 15 percent above market sitting vacant for two months costs more in lost rent than any premium the landlord hoped to achieve. Pricing at or slightly below market for a quick quality tenant placement almost always produces better annual returns than holding out for a higher monthly rate.
Getting a professional market assessment from a property management company before setting your price takes the guesswork out of this decision entirely and typically results in a better annual outcome than self-assessed pricing.
Find Your Perfect Rental or Tenant With T2R
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