Buying a house in Karachi almost always starts with two questions: which area, and what is the budget. Areas like Korangi, Landhi, Liaquatabad, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Gulistan-e-Johar and North Nazimabad carry most of the demand, and prices between them differ far more than the size of the house alone would suggest. On budget, a lot of buyers search under 30 lakhs or around 35 lac, and urgent house sales at low price do come up when an owner needs to close fast. Sizes are quoted in yards here, with 120 yards being the common independent house. Confirm whether the papers are leased or on a file, check water supply and the age of the construction, and always visit before paying an advance.