Convert Marla to Square Feet
If you are buying, selling, or constructing real estate in South Asia, understanding the Marla is essential. Because the exact size of a Marla varies by region, manual conversions can easily lead to costly mistakes. Our live calculator allows you to toggle between the two primary regional standards.
The Regional Standards
The 225 sq ft Marla is widely used in modern urban development, particularly in cities like Lahore and Islamabad. The 272.25 sq ft Marla is the traditional revenue standard, often used for agricultural land or in older property records. Always verify which standard your local housing society is using!
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the region! In parts of Punjab (like Lahore), 1 Marla is officially 225 square feet. In other regions, a standard revenue Marla is exactly 272.25 square feet.
Simply multiply the number of Marlas by your local standard (either 225 or 272.25). Our calculator has a regional toggle built-in to handle this for you.
The Marla is a traditional unit of land area in South Asia. Historically, its exact definition varied by local administration and whether it was urban or agricultural land.