How To Convert Square Feet to Marla
Formula: marla = square feet ÷ 272.25
Example: Convert 750 square feet to marla.
750 ÷ 272.25 = 2.754821 marla (rounded to 6 decimals).
To do it by hand, you only need one fixed value, 1 marla = 272.25 ft².
So you divide your square feet by 272.25 to get marla.
If you want a quick estimate, you can divide by 272 (close enough for rough planning).
Quick Answer
1 square foot (ft²) = 0.00367309458218549 marla
- 250 ft² = 0.918274 marla
- 500 ft² = 1.836547 marla
- 1000 ft² = 3.673095 marla
Conversion Formula
Recommended standard (Pakistan real estate): 1 marla = 272.25 square feet marla = square_feet / 272.25 square_feet = marla * 272.25 1 square foot = 0.00367309458218549 marla
This means marla is a larger area unit than square feet. Since one marla contains 272.25 square feet, you divide by 272.25 to change ft² into marla.
- Write your area in square feet.
- Divide that number by 272.25.
- The result is your area in marla.
Square foot
A square foot is an area unit equal to a square that is 1 foot long and 1 foot wide. Its symbol is ft².
It comes from the imperial system and became common through British and later American building and trade. Today it is widely used in property and construction, especially in the United States.
- Measuring room and house floor area
- Apartment and office size listings
- Construction drawings and building plans
- Estimating tiles, carpet, paint coverage, and materials
- Small land and shop measurements
Marla
A marla is a traditional land area unit used in South Asia. In Pakistan real estate, it is commonly standardized as 1 marla = 272.25 ft².
The term comes from older land measurement practices in the region and was later organized into the kanal system for property sales. You may see different marla values in different cities or countries, so always confirm the local standard.
- Residential plot sizes like 3 marla, 5 marla, 10 marla
- Property listing descriptions and sale brochures
- Land valuation and price per marla calculations
- Housing society maps and plot files
- Local legal and real estate paperwork (region dependent)
Is this Conversion of Square Feet To Marla Accurate?
Yes, this conversion is accurate for the Pakistan real estate standard where 1 marla = 272.25 square feet. Our team uses this fixed value because it is the most common standard used in property listings, the 20 marla = 1 kanal system, and day to day real estate calculations.
One important note, marla is not a single global standard. Some places may use a different marla size, which can change the result. If your area uses a different definition, you should use that local value instead. You can read more about how we choose and verify standards on our accuracy standards page.
Real Life Examples
Square feet are common in building plans, while marla is common in plot buying and selling. Here are practical examples that match real property situations.
- 5 marla house plot planning: A 5 marla plot is 1361.25 ft². If a map shows 1361.25 ft², that is exactly 5 marla.
- 10 marla listing check: A housing society advertises a 10 marla plot. In square feet that is 2722.5 ft², so if you see 2722.5 ft² on paperwork, it matches 10 marla.
- 1 kanal comparison: Many societies use kanal sizes. 5445 ft² equals 20 marla, which is 1 kanal in the common system.
- Apartment size in marla: A 950 ft² apartment is 950 ÷ 272.25 = 3.489440 marla (rounded to 6 decimals). This helps when prices are discussed per marla.
- Small shop area: A 300 ft² shop is 300 ÷ 272.25 = 1.101928 marla. This is useful for rent comparisons when locals talk in marla.
- Backyard or terrace: A 600 ft² outdoor area is 600 ÷ 272.25 = 2.203857 marla, helpful for landscaping and renovation planning.
- Office floor space: A 1500 ft² office is 1500 ÷ 272.25 = 5.509642 marla, useful for space budgeting across different listing styles.
- Large land piece: A 10,000 ft² area is 10,000 ÷ 272.25 = 36.730946 marla, helpful when converting survey numbers into the unit used in local deals.
Quick Tips
- To convert ft² to marla, divide by 272.25.
- For a fast estimate, divide by 272, then adjust slightly if needed.
- Remember anchors, 272.25 ft² = 1 marla, 1361.25 ft² = 5 marla, 2722.5 ft² = 10 marla.
- If your answer seems off, check that you used ft², not square yards or square meters.
- Different regions can use different marla sizes, confirm your local definition before legal or purchase decisions.
- When comparing plot prices, converting everything into one unit avoids costly mistakes.