Commercial Shops in FTP1 Islamabad 2026

Q: What sizes of commercial shops are available in Faisal Town Phase 1?

Sizes range from 50 sqft food court kiosks up to 450 sqft executive office suites.

Q: What are the allowed building heights for commercial plazas?

The approved bylaws permit buildings ranging from Basement + Ground + 4 storeys up to B+G+8 storeys on the main boulevard.

Q: What is the expected rental yield for commercial properties here?

Investors typically enjoy a high rental yield of 7% to 10% per annum due to the fully inhabited nature of the society.

Q: Are there any installment plans available for these shops?

Since Faisal Town Phase 1 is a mature and delivered society, most shops are sold on full cash payment directly by owners.

Q: How does the resale and transfer process work?

Transfers are handled directly through the Zedem International head office, ensuring a secure and transparent process.

Q: Can overseas Pakistanis buy commercial property easily?

Yes, overseas Pakistanis can purchase shops through an authorized power of attorney and digital verification processes.

Q: What are the tax implications when buying a commercial shop?

Buyers are subject to a 3% Stamp Duty, 2% CVT, and Advance Tax under Section 236K (2% for filers, 4% for non-filers).

Available Shop Categories

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Premium Retail 150 - 300 sq.ft.

Ground Floor Shops

Ideal for high-visibility brands, pharmacies, grocery marts, and boutique clothing outlets. Ground floor units offer the highest direct foot traffic in Faisal Town Phase 1.

Price Range: PKR 45 Lac – 1.10 Crore

Est. Rental Yield: 7% – 9%

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Value Retail 100 - 200 sq.ft.

Lower Ground Shops

Perfect for electronics repair, mobile accessories, stationery stores, and specialized services. Provides excellent utility at a more accessible entry price.

Price Range: PKR 28 Lac – 65 Lac

Est. Rental Yield: 8% – 10%

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F&B Kiosks 50 - 120 sq.ft.

Food Court Shops

Highly lucrative food stalls and kiosks within centralized mall food courts. These spaces experience massive evening crowds and weekend rushes.

Price Range: PKR 18 Lac – 40 Lac

Est. Rental Yield: 9% – 10%

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Corporate Space 200 - 450 sq.ft.

Office Suites

First floor and upward dedicated corporate spaces. Ideal for software houses, law firms, real estate agencies, and consulting offices requiring premium addresses.

Price Range: PKR 55 Lac – 1.40 Crore

Est. Rental Yield: 6% – 8%

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Investment Analysis & Catchment Area

Faisal Town Phase 1 (F-18) presents an extraordinary commercial investment opportunity driven by a rapidly expanding local population and strategic positioning. The community is 100% delivered and heavily populated, meaning new businesses tap into an immediate, captive consumer base.

Key Strategic Advantages:

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Incredible Rental Yields (7% - 10%) Unlike plots that only offer capital gains, constructed commercial shops provide immense passive income, dramatically outperforming residential rental yields.
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Main GT Road & M-1 Frontage Unmatched accessibility from Tarnol, Fateh Jang Interchange, and New Islamabad International Airport guarantees heavy external transit footfall.
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Massive Catchment Population F-18 sits at the nexus of multiple housing developments. The localized population relies entirely on internal commercial markazes for daily needs.

Commercial Real Estate Tax Structure

Tax / Fee Type	Filer Rate	Non-Filer Rate	Authority
Stamp Duty	3% of DC Value	3% of DC Value	Provincial Govt
CVT (Capital Value Tax)	2% of DC Value	2% of DC Value	Federal Govt
Advance Tax (Sec 236K)	2%	4% (Penalty)	FBR
Zedem Transfer Fee	PKR 75K - 250K	PKR 75K - 250K	Zedem Int.

🛡️ Fraud Prevention SOP 5-Step Legal Due Diligence Protocol

Faisal Town Phase 1 (F-18) File Verification & Safe Transfer Checklist

Never exchange cash in the open market without completing this mandatory 5-step verification protocol. Every genuine Zedem International (Ch. Abdul Majeed) file must pass biometric database clearance before transfer.

Anti-Counterfeit Check

Physical Security Paper & Holographic Seal

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✓ Verify the high-grade parchment paper texture with embedded Zedem watermarks visible under transmitted backlight.
✓ Inspect the metallic embossed Zedem International seal and silver holographic anti-tamper security strip on the file cover.
✓ Ensure the serial file registration number is crisp, mechanically stamped, and shows no chemical erasure or manual overwriting.

⚠️ Fraud Hazard: Unverified photocopies or altered registration serials cannot be transferred at Zedem registry desks.

Zedem Central Database Check

Head Office Computerized Ledger Verification

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✓ Visit the official Zedem International Head Office (F-8 Markaz / G-11 Project Center, Islamabad) Verification Counter.
✓ Submit the file registration number for computerized database lookup against the original record master ledger.
✓ Confirm the file status is 'Clean & Active' — verifying it is not blocked, blacklisted, pledged as bank collateral, or entangled in legal disputes.

⚠️ Fraud Hazard: Files with undisclosed litigation or developer disputes cannot obtain NDC approval for final transfer.

Financial Due Diligence

Payment Receipts & NDC Clearance Audit

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✓ Cross-check all installment receipts against bank-stamped deposit slips (e.g., Askari Bank, HBL, Bank of Punjab designated accounts).
✓ Verify the exact total amount paid to date matches the official Zedem Statement of Account (SOA).
✓ Ensure an official No Demand Certificate (NDC) is initiated to confirm zero outstanding late-payment surcharges or reinstatement penalties.

⚠️ Fraud Hazard: Unpaid surcharges or bounced deposit slips become the legal liability of the new buyer if not audited prior to payment.

Section 236K & 236W Legal Filing

FBR Taxation & Government Stamp Duty Compliance

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✓ Ascertain Active Taxpayer List (ATL) status of both Buyer and Seller to calculate exact FBR withholding tax brackets.
✓ Verify advance tax payment under FBR Section 236K (for Purchaser) and Section 236C (for Seller/Transferor).
✓ Confirm official Computerized Payment Receipts (CPR) and district stamp duty challans are attached with the transfer application.

⚠️ Fraud Hazard: Non-filer penalty rates can substantially inflate transfer overheads by 3% to 7% of documented value.

Final Title Conveyance

Biometric Transfer & Record Attestation

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✓ Both Transferor (Seller) and Transferee (Buyer) must present original CNIC/NICOP for in-person biometric thumbprint capture at Zedem Transfer Desk.
✓ For Overseas Pakistanis unable to travel, execute an Embassy-attested Special Power of Attorney (POA) endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
✓ Receive the official Transfer Intimation Letter and newly issued Membership Certificate issued in the buyer's name.

⚠️ Fraud Hazard: Handing over payment outside the official Zedem transfer counter exposes buyers to third-party impersonation fraud.

Why F-18 Commercial is Islamabad's Best-Value Investment

F-18 (Faisal Town Phase 1) sits at the convergence of three major corridors: Main GT Road (N-5 National Highway), M-1 Motorway access road, and Islamabad's ring road feeder link. The catchment population of F-18's immediate 3km radius exceeds 100,000+ residents across FTP1 and adjacent F-18 sectors (2026 estimate including Faisal Hills, Airport Green Gardens, and adjacent CDA Sectors). This unprecedented accessibility makes it the undisputed commercial center for the entire western Islamabad corridor, funneling massive daily footfall into its main markaz and sector commercials.

Shop ROI Comparison Table

Shop Type	Size Range	Price Range	Monthly Rental	Annual Yield	Breakeven
Ground Floor	100-250 sqft	PKR 45L-1.10Cr	PKR 40-80K	7.5-9%	11-13 years
Lower Ground	80-200 sqft	PKR 28L-65L	PKR 25-50K	7-8.5%	12-14 years
Food Court	40-100 sqft	PKR 18L-40L	PKR 15-30K	8-10%	10-12 years
Office Suite	150-400 sqft	PKR 55L-1.40Cr	PKR 50K-1.10L	8-9.5%	11-12 years

Active Commercial Ecosystem in F-18

Faisal Town Phase 1 is 100% inhabited — unlike most upcoming societies. This means your shop has DAY-1 footfall. The commercial hubs are already thriving with daily business activities, guaranteeing tenant stability and high rental retention rates.

National Pharmacies

Shifa Pharmacy, D-Watson, and various local medical stores operating 24/7.

Telecom & Tech

Official franchises for Jazz, Telenor, and Zong, alongside tech repair centers.

Banking Hubs

Active branches for Meezan Bank, HBL, UBL, and Faysal Bank processing local economy.

F&B Franchises

KFC sub-licensees, premium cafes, and highly popular local biryani and fast-food chains.

Building Bylaws & Construction Specifications

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Sector CCA plots: B+G+4 (Basement + Ground + 4 upper floors) construction allowed.
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Main Boulevard plots: B+G+8 construction allowed (eligible for massive corporate and residential towers).
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Fire Safety: Wet riser required for G+3 and above to meet stringent RDA and civil defense standards.
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Elevators: Mandatory passenger and cargo lift installation for any building scaled G+4 and above (per RDA bylaw 2022).
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Minimum Car Parking: Enforced provision of 1 dedicated parking space per 250 sqft of retail floor area, ensuring zero traffic congestion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes of commercial shops are available in Faisal Town Phase 1? +

Commercial units span a wide variety of dimensions tailored for different business needs. Sizes range from compact 50 sq.ft food court kiosks up to massive 450 sq.ft executive office suites. Plazas usually feature standard 30x30 or 30x40 footprint plots segmented into smaller internal shops.

What are the allowed building heights for commercial plazas? +

The approved bylaws permit diverse structural heights depending on the commercial zone. Internal sector commercials generally allow Basement + Ground + 4 storeys. However, prime plots situated directly on the Main Boulevard are zoned for high-rises up to B+G+8 storeys.

What is the expected rental yield for commercial properties here? +

Investors typically enjoy a high gross rental yield ranging between 7% to 10% per annum. This robust yield is primarily driven by the fully inhabited nature of the society, ensuring high footfall and immediate tenant occupancy.

Are there any installment plans available for these shops? +

Since Faisal Town Phase 1 is a mature, delivered, and highly active society, most commercial shops are traded in the secondary market. Consequently, they are generally sold on full cash payment directly by owners rather than through developer installment plans.

How does the resale and transfer process work? +

Transfers are executed directly at the Zedem International head office. Both the buyer and the seller must appear before the transfer officer with original documentation, ensuring a highly secure, fraud-free, and transparent conveyance of ownership.

Can overseas Pakistanis buy commercial property easily? +

Yes, Non-Resident Pakistanis (NRPs) can easily acquire commercial assets. Zedem International accommodates overseas buyers through legally attested Special Powers of Attorney (SPA) registered via Pakistani embassies, along with digital verification protocols.

What are the tax implications when buying a commercial shop? +

Purchasers are subject to standard provincial and federal taxes. This includes a 3% Stamp Duty, 2% Capital Value Tax (CVT), and FBR Advance Tax under Section 236K, which is 2% for active taxpayers (filers) and 4% for non-filers.

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