How to convert marla to square feet
- 1 Type a value in the marla box; the square feet appear as you type.
- 2 Or type in the square feet box to convert the other way.
- 3 Choose the marla size used for your plot: 225, 250 or 272.25 sq ft.
- 4 Use the conversion table below for common values, or copy the result.
Which marla size to use
Most housing societies and development authorities count a marla as 225 sq ft. Old land records use the revenue marla of 272.25 sq ft, and some schemes use 250 sq ft. The allotment letter or plot dimensions settle it: a 25 × 45 ft plot is 1,125 sq ft, which is 5 marla of 225 sq ft.
Convert kanal with Kanal to Marla, and square feet to metric with Square Feet to Square Meters.
- Covered area of a house is different from plot area; a 5 marla plot rarely has a 5 marla house footprint.
- Corner and park-facing plots are usually the same size but priced higher.
- Ask for the plot's exact dimensions, as irregular shapes change the square feet.
Features
Three marla sizes
225, 250 and 272.25 sq ft, the sizes used in Pakistan.
Plot chart
3, 5, 7, 10 and 20 marla plots in the table.
Two-way
Type square feet to get marla.
When to use it
Buying a plot
A 5 marla plot is 1,125 sq ft at 225 sq ft a marla, or 1,361 sq ft at 272.25. Converting to kanal? Use Kanal to Marla.
Building plans
Architects work in square feet; for square metres use Square Feet to Square Meters.
Comparing societies
Two 10 marla plots in different schemes can differ by about 470 sq ft because of the marla size.
Rent and construction cost
Construction cost is quoted per square foot, so convert the covered area of a house from marla first. A double-storey 10 marla house often has about 4,000 to 4,500 sq ft covered.
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Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is 1 marla?
225 sq ft in most housing societies such as DHA and Bahria Town, and 272.25 sq ft for the traditional revenue marla. Some schemes use 250 sq ft.
How many square feet is a 5 marla plot?
1,125 sq ft at 225 sq ft a marla, 1,250 sq ft at 250, or 1,361.25 sq ft at 272.25.
How many square feet is a 10 marla house?
2,250 sq ft at 225 sq ft a marla, or 2,722.5 sq ft at 272.25.
Why are there different marla sizes?
The revenue marla of 272.25 sq ft comes from the land records system; housing societies and development authorities adopted a rounder 225 sq ft marla for plots.
How do I know which marla my plot uses?
Check the allotment letter, the society bylaws or the registry. The plot dimensions, such as 25 × 45 ft, also show the area.
How many marla in a kanal?
20 marla make 1 kanal, so a kanal is 4,500 sq ft at 225 sq ft a marla or 5,445 sq ft at 272.25.
How many square meters is 1 marla?
A 225 sq ft marla is 20.9 m², and a 272.25 sq ft marla is 25.29 m².
How many square feet is 3 marla?
675 sq ft at 225 sq ft a marla, 750 at 250, or 816.75 at 272.25.
What are the dimensions of a 5 marla plot?
A common 5 marla layout is 25 × 45 ft, which is 1,125 sq ft at 225 sq ft a marla. Shapes vary, so check the plan.
How many marla is 1,000 square feet?
4.44 marla at 225 sq ft a marla, or 3.67 marla at 272.25.
Do housing authorities publish the marla size?
Yes. Development authorities and societies state the marla size in their bylaws and on allotment documents. When in doubt, ask the society office or a registered estate agent to confirm the square feet for the plot you are buying.
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