Buying properties in Karachi is a tough decision to make, considering there are a lot of choices out there. So, it’s best to narrow down the search, as per your preference of area and, of course, your budget. For example, if you are looking for accommodation in an upscale neighbourhood, then you might want to consider Bath Island, in Clifton, Phase 7. Since it’s one of the most affluent areas of Karachi, homes for sale in Bath Island offer more than just a few amenities.
Residential properties in Bath Island, especially houses, are intricately built with modern fittings and furnished with contemporary details like wooden panels, tiles, open kitchen plans, and stylish bathrooms. The houses here consist mostly of two storeys and are built on wider spaces. The minimum area size for a house for sale in Bath Island is about 240 sq. yd. This is enough space to build a fairly spacious house. 500 sq. yd. is the second most common plot size for houses in the area. Almost all the houses feature gardens, servant’s quarters, and garages.
Since Bath Island is located close to commercial centres like Boat Basin and Teen Talwar, the property prices here are fairly high. Also, the presence of foreign consulates and other important buildings make it an exclusive area to live in. The price range for 240 sq. yd. houses for sale in Bath Island starts at PKR 4.25 crore and goes up to PKR 7.6 crore. For 500 sq. yd. the sale price varies from PKR 10 to 12 crore.
Bath Island is a peaceful area — complete with basic facilities like mosques, gyms, playgrounds, and parks. Almost all banks have their branches here, so you don’t have to travel to other parts of the city to sort out your finances. There are also guest houses and hotels in the vicinity. One corner of the neighbourhood touches Teen Talwar, which is known as one of the biggest commercial areas in Karachi. So, all the basic facilities and recreational activities are just a few minutes’ drive away from Bath Island.
Clifton is considered a treasure chest of some of Karachi’s most reputable schools. In Bath Island, you can find Oxford Public School, Eman Academy School, Beaconhouse School System, and Learning Minds. For universities, you can head to SZABIST, Indus University, and Ziauddin University. Even in healthcare, the residents have a lot of options to choose from. Some famous hospitals in the area include Dow Hospital, South City Hospital, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital, Ziauddin Hospital, and Hilal-e-Ahmer House Hospital.
Uzma Shopping Centre and Gulf Shopping Centre are two conveniently located shopping centres just outside Bath Island. Dolmen Mall and Forum Mall are also a few minutes’ drive away from Bath Island. For food, you can always visit Boat Basin. It is lined with all kinds of restaurants — from desi to continental. The most famous eateries here include TAO, KFC, OPTP, BBQ Tonight, Nihari Inn, Lotus Court, Xander’s, Paramount and Tandoori Inn. Other than this, Khayaban-e-Iqbal Road, located on the left, also features a wide variety of restaurants.
The houses in Bath island are well-built and aesthetically pleasing. When you are residing here, you are essentially a part of an exclusive community in the city where you have abundant facilities available at your doorstep (or nearby). Plus, the area is so secure that you don’t have to think twice before taking a morning stroll in the park. It’s true that you need to have a big budget when considering buying a house in Bath Island. However, the amenities the neighbourhood provides you are worth your investment.