HIGHLIGHTS
ABOUT NEW KARACHI
New Karachi is a town located in the northern side of Karachi. It is sandwiched between Manghopir Hills and Lyari River. The area is bordered by two major arteries of Karachi: Surjani road and Shahrah-e-Zahid Hussain. The housing society of Gadap Town lies to the north-west, while North Nazimabad and Gulberg Town are located in the west. New Karachi Town is further divided into 13 Union Councils, namely Abu Zar Ghaffari, Fatima Jinnah Colony, Gulshan-e-Saeed, Godhra, Faisal Colony, Kalyana, Khawaja Ajmer Nagri, Mustufa Colony, Sir Syed Colony, Madina Colony, Shah Nawaz Bhutto Colony, Hakim Ahsan and Khamiso Goth.
AT A GLANCE
- One of the largest towns of Karachi
- Outdoor facilities abound in the area
- Provides reasonably priced accommodation
- Flats and houses are popular choices among homebuyers
- Basic amenities are easily accessible
NEIGHBOURHOOD
FACILITIES, SCHOOLS AND HEALTHCARE
Public Transport in New Karachi
New Karachi is located in the main city, so public transport can be accessed quite easily. Residents usually use buses to commute to work. Depending upon which route you have to take, you can board different buses that stop at stations in New Karachi. Lal market bus stop, W-1 bus stop, 4K Last bus stop, Kala school bus stop, 5 number bus stop and Shamah coach bus stop are the busiest bus stations here.
Markets in New Karachi
New Karachi has many supermarkets and grocery stores in its neighbourhood. Hameedullah Bolan Superstore is a popular spot where you can buy everyday items. Saving Home Supermarket is a utility store where people generally go to buy groceries at the start of each month. Chase Department Superstore is in Sector 5. Almost everything is available here at pocket-friendly rates.
Mosques in New Karachi
Well-built places of worship are an essential part of a housing community. Mosques that are constructed within close proximity to residential units is a factor that many people take into consideration before shifting to a housing area. Residents of New Karachi have access to over 200 mosques and at least ten Imambargahs. Jamia masjid Faiz-e-Madina is a huge mosque with lights and a big prayer hall. On Fridays, the service lane is blocked as many people come here to offer Jummah prayers. Ghosia masjid in Sector 5-G, Aqsa mosque, Hazrat Bilal mosque and Markazi Jamia masjid Ahl-e-Hadees are popular places of worship for the Muslims.
Schools, Colleges And Universities in New Karachi
New Karachi has a number of private and government schools in almost every sector. This makes it one of the sought-after locations as it not only provides affordable residence but also easy access to good educational institutions. Jamia Taj-ul-Uloom Iqra Elementary school, Children Paradise Secondary School, Muslim Children English High school, County Cambridge school, The Best Future Grammar school and Elysian Grammar school are some of the most popular schools in New Karachi. Families living in New Karachi seek admissions in Peter & Paul High school in Sector 5 M to give their children best education at a nearby convenient spot. Al Hameed school in Sector 3 New Karachi is an educational institution producing responsible citizens. Families prefer finding property in close proximity to schools to cut fuel costs and transport hassle for their children.
Manghopir Govt Boys Degree College, Pakistan Shipowner Government College and Fatima Girls College are some prominent colleges in New Karachi. Some of the city’s top universities are situated. NED University of Engineering and Technology, Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology and University of Karachi are the city’s top universities that can be reached within 30 minutes.
Libraries in New Karachi
Jinnah Cultural Complex and Model Library is in Sector 5-E. It was inaugurated on 16 December to pay tribute to the martyrs of Army Public School, Peshawar. To research on topics related to Islam, people head to Abu Ubaid bin Jarrah Islamic library, which is in Sector 5-M.
Coaching Centres in New Karachi
New Karachi Town is famous for its coaching centres. SRS Coaching centre, Matrix Collegiate, Wajahat Math Academy, Sir Wali’s Collegiate and Al Raheem Collegiate are some of the most popular tuition centres in New Karachi. Students who need extra help attend coaching classes to achieve better grades in intermediate exams.
Banks in New Karachi
There are a cluster of banks in Sector 5 of New Karachi. Soneri bank, Muslim Commercial bank, Sindh bank, Bank Islami, Bank Al Habib, Faysal bank, United bank limited, Meezan bank and Habib bank limited are some of the popular banks in the area. People do not have to go out of New Karachi for their day-to day bank transactions.
Clinics and Hospitals in New Karachi
Muslim Khatri Hospital and Noor-un-Nisa Eye Hospital are two of the most visited medical facilities in the area. For common ailments and emergency care, residents go to Sindh government hospital in Sector 5-D. Tariq Medical centre, MYM hospital, Qadri medical centre and Amna medical centre are small clinics, where people go for general check-ups and to get health advice. Life Care hospital and Aqeela Life Memorial hospital are popular medical facilities in the area.
PROPERTIES IN NEW KARACHI
Sales Price Trends in New Karachi
New Karachi is divided into 5 sectors where you can find plenty of residential properties for sale.
Houses for Sale in New Karachi
If you are looking to invest in houses in New Karachi, there is a great variety available. 80 sq. yd. houses can cost buyers anywhere between PKR 40 lakh to PKR 90, depending on the condition and features of the unit. For 120 sq yd houses, the price range is PKR 60 lakh to PKR 4 crore. A 120 sq yd, 4-bedroom house in New Karachi will typically cost over a crore.
Flats for Sale in New Karachi
Apartments in New Karachi are popular among buyers as they come in affordable prices. A 2-bed flat sells for PKR 22 lakh to PKR 48.5 lakh. If you are a bigger family planning to move to New Karachi, you should explore 3-bed apartments that are found in the PKR 30 lakh to PKR 50 lakh range.
Rental Price Trends in New Karachi
There are a few properties available for rent here.
Houses for Rent in New Karachi
You will find a few rental options here. For instance, an 80 sq yd 4-bedroom house is available at a rental price of PKR 25 thousand per month. It is a double unit bungalow with a stylish kitchen, a spacious lounge and a drawing/dining area.
Flats for Rent in New Karachi
A few apartments are also available for rent in New Karachi. Rental prices vary in between PKR 10 thousand for a studio apartment and PKR 14 thousand for a 2-bedroom flat.
Commercial Properties
Commercial activity is in full swing in New Karachi. Businessmen explore investment opportunities according to their needs. Investors are interested in buying shops and offices. People also look for opportunities to invest in factories in New Karachi. If you are looking for an office, then a 400 sq yd office can cost you at least PKR 2 crore. A small 14 sq yd shop is available for PKR 20 lakh. A 4200 sq yd factory will cost you around PKR 30 crore.
Most Popular Sectors in New Karachi


For buying trends in New Karachi, Sector 5-C is most popular. Sector 5-C has many schools, supermarkets and also restaurants for foodies. It attracts investors to buy properties in this sector, because of the many amenities it provides. There is a family park and Pak Folks cricket ground as well.


When it comes to rental property trends in the area, Sector 5-A is searched most. Sector 5-A has a bus stop, mosque, numerous schools and eateries for food lovers. It attracts tenants to rent properties in this sector because of the numerous amenities this sector provides. The affordable rentals also attract tenants to find a house on rent in New Karachi.
LIFESTYLE
SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS AND BAKERIES
Malls in New Karachi
Lal market in Sector 5-F is a complete marketplace for residents of New Karachi. Chand market is also a popular market to explore. Afshan shopping mall and Omega shopping mall are the busiest shopping destination, where people go to shop for any festive occasion. Omega mall also has a fun land and becomes a busy spot for children, especially during weekends or on public holidays.
Restaurants and Pakwan Centres in New Karachi
Many popular pakwan centres and restaurants abound in the area. Restaurants are famous for their unique taste. People order biryani for festive occasions from Bismillah Biryani and Pakwan centre, Apna Pakwan centre and Al Moin Pakwan centre. Pizza 363, Bridge Bistro, Noorani Foods and Roll n Roll are popular hang-outs.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS AND BEAUTY
Sports Facilities and Fitness Centres in New Karachi
Ibn-e-Qasim cricket stadium in New Karachi is a huge ground where day and night matches are also held. Prices are also low if you want to book a ground here. It is a popular place among young, energetic souls and fitness enthusiasts. Eid Gah Makkiyah Ghosia ground is a place where on Eid congregational Eid prayers are held. On regular days, it is used as a cricket ground. Pak Asian football ground, Rahbar sports football ground and United football ground are popular grounds to play a game of football.
Beauty Salons and Spas in New Karachi
There are many beauty salons in New Karachi. For a quick facial, manicure or pedicure people head to Mahrose beauty parlor, Noor-e-Jahan beauty salon, Expression beauty salon, Glamour beauty salon, Aina’s beauty salon and New NJ salon. Brides-to-be also book beauty parlors in advance to avail beauty services and best deals in bridal make up for their big day.
Parks in New Karachi
There’s a wide variety of parks to choose from. Green Family Park in Sector 5-M used to be a garbage dump. It has been converted into a refreshing green space for local residents, many of whom planted different varieties of trees and flowers. The people of the community essentially helped convert an eyesore into an aesthetically-pleasing sight. Gul-e-Lalah Park is also a popular picnic spot.
NEARBY AREAS
Saima Arabian Villas, North Karachi, Naya Nazimabad are some of the popular housing areas located in close proximity to New Karachi. Gulshan-e-Maymar is also 24 minutes away.
THINGS TO CONSIDER
New Karachi is a comfortable place to call home. Firstly, property prices are relatively affordable, as discussed above. Secondly, housing amenities such as schools, parks, and sports facilities, are located not far off, and that too at pocket-friendly rates. This is one of the main reasons why a major chunk of the area’s population comprises middle-income families.
LOCATION
Importance of New Karachi from major locations nearby
- Just a 20-minute drive away from Gulshan-e-Iqbal Karachi
- Buffer Zone is a short 11-minute drive away from New Karachi
- Surjani Town, a popular residential locality, is just 12 minutes away
- North Karachi is 10 minutes away