Located on the banks of River Ravi, Lahore is the second highest populated city of Pakistan. It is known for its rich culture, extraordinary collection of archaeological sites, delicious street food and playfully chic fashion scene. Being a busy metropolis, Lahore is a land of opportunities for all — from job seekers to investors. Over the years, the city’s residents have worked tirelessly to help improve the economy and the efforts paid off.
The industrial sector here is thriving. A number of multinational corporations are setting up operations in the city. The infrastructural development is exemplary, compared to the rest of the country. The rental market of Lahore in particular, flourishing. If you want to find a home here, the city will welcome you with open arms.
For example, Johar Town, on Canal Road, is one of the most popular residential areas of the city. The society is an ideal neighbourhood for many, primarily owing to its prime location. It is important to note that buying a house here can be a little difficult since property here is quite expensive. However, the property market of Johar Town comes with plenty of renting options.
Located along the city’s main Canal Road, Johar Town is mainly divided into two phases. Each phase is further divided into several blocks, brimming with several rental units. Houses are available in various sizes. 5 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal are among the popular rental categories. There are other options also available such as 2 marla and 2 kanal. The community offers single, double or triple-storey households for rent. Tenants can either have an independent house or can rent a separate portion. Almost all of the residential accommodations are built to meet modern standards. Floors, staircase, bathrooms, and terraces are finished with exquisite marbles or tiles. Ventilators and windows are made up of first-class aluminium or wood having fly-proof shutters and imported glass.
As the community offers a wide range of houses, each having a different area size and amenities, rental trends fluctuate considerably. For instance, the monthly rental trend of a 5 marla house in Johar Town starts from as low as PKR 22,000 but it can reach up to PKR 70,000. Similarly, a 10 marla rental unit can be found in PKR 35,000 to PKR 1 lakh per month while for 1 kanal homes, the numbers can be as steep as PKR 55,000 to PKR 4.5 lakh.
Johar Town Lahore houses some of the best schools in the city, including The Punjab School, Lahore Grammar School, Beaconhouse School System, and The International School of Choueifat among many others. Moreover, numerous universities have also branched out their campuses in the society like Bahria University, SSKA (Institute of Commerce & Technology), University of Central Punjab, Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design and many more.
You don’t have to rush to the main city in case of a health emergency as the community has numerous hospitals and private clinics providing 24/7 healthcare assistance to the residents. The renowned cancer treatment hospital ‘Shaukat Khanum,’ which largely operates on charity, is also located near Johar Town Lahore.
Johar Town is a well-developed modern residential area where all the amenities such as banks, offices, parks, shopping malls, supermarkets etc. are located within walking distance. Water, electricity and gas, are readily available unless, of course, there’s a regional shortage. The community is as beautiful and clean even in the monsoon season as it is equipped with proper drainage and sewerage system. High-alert and vigilant security is provided to the residents so that they can lead a peaceful life.
The society does not disappoint when it comes to shopping and dining out. Residents can enjoy shopping from the famous Emporium Mall. Other retail outlets and grocery stores are also present in the locality for your ease. The city’s famous eateries like Bundu Khan, Gourmet Restaurant, Gusto Café & restaurant etc. are some of the other major culinary attractions in the area.
While renting a house, tenants tend to be concerned about two major things: security and cooperative landlords. Johar Town offers both. In addition, you do not have to travel too far to access facilities like banks, supermarkets, boutiques, shopping malls, restaurants etc. All in all, this community offers an idyllic setting with maximum comfort, making it the perfect location to rent a house.