Marla to Square Meter Converter
Convert Marla (Pakistan) to square meters (m²) instantly. 1 Marla = 25.2929 m²
Convert Marla to m²
Marla to m² Conversion Chart
| Marla | Square Meters (m²) | Square Feet (sqft) | Plot Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Marla | 25.29 m² | 272 sqft | Very small |
| 3 Marla | 75.88 m² | 817 sqft | Apartment |
| 5 Marla | 126.46 m² | 1,361 sqft | Standard house |
| 7 Marla | 177.05 m² | 1,906 sqft | Medium house |
| 10 Marla | 252.93 m² | 2,723 sqft | Large house |
| 15 Marla | 379.39 m² | 4,084 sqft | Premium house |
| 20 Marla (1 Kanal) | 505.86 m² | 5,445 sqft | Luxury plot |
About Marla (Pakistan)
Marla is the most commonly used land measurement unit in Pakistan for residential property transactions.
- 1 Marla = 25.2929 square meters (exact)
- 1 Marla = 272.25 square feet
- 1 Marla = 30.25 square yards (9 gaz × 9 gaz)
- 20 Marla = 1 Kanal
- 160 Marla = 1 Acre
Typical Residential Plot Sizes in Punjab:
- 3 Marla: Small apartment or starter home (75.88 m²)
- 5 Marla: Standard middle-class house (126.46 m²)
- 7 Marla: Comfortable family home (177.05 m²)
- 10 Marla: Large house with garden (252.93 m²)
- 1 Kanal (20 Marla): Premium/luxury property (505.86 m²)
How to Convert Marla to Square Meters
Formula: Square Meters = Marla × 25.2929
Examples:
- 5 Marla to m²: 5 × 25.2929 = 126.46 m²
- 10 Marla to m²: 10 × 25.2929 = 252.93 m²
- 20 Marla to m²: 20 × 25.2929 = 505.86 m² (1 Kanal)
Real Estate Examples in Lahore/Islamabad:
5 Marla Plot:
- Area: 126.46 m² (1,361 sqft)
- Suitable for: 2-3 bedroom house
- Most popular size in housing societies
10 Marla Plot:
- Area: 252.93 m² (2,723 sqft)
- Suitable for: 4-5 bedroom house with lawn
- Upper middle-class standard
FAQs
How many square meters in 1 Marla?
1 Marla = 25.2929 square meters (272.25 square feet) in Pakistan.
What is the difference between Marla and Gaz?
Marla is an area unit (25.29 m²). Gaz is a square yard (0.836 m²). 1 Marla = 30.25 Gaz (approximately 9 gaz × 9 gaz).
How many Marla make 1 Kanal?
20 Marla = 1 Kanal. This is the standard subdivision in Pakistan.
Is 5 Marla enough for a family house?
Yes! 5 Marla (126.46 m²) is the most common plot size in Pakistan for middle-class families. Can accommodate 2-3 bedroom house comfortably.
What's better: 10 Marla or 1 Kanal?
1 Kanal (20 Marla) is double the size of 10 Marla and considered premium. 10 Marla is more affordable and still spacious for most families.