What Exactly Is a Shared Tenancy?
مشترکہ کرایہ داری کیا ہے؟
A shared tenancy — also called a co-tenancy — is when two to four individuals jointly rent a single apartment. Each person holds a legal stake (their share or portion) of the total lease. The monthly rent is split in agreed proportions — typically equal fractions (50%, 33%, or 25%).
مشترکہ کرایہ داری میں دو سے چار افراد مل کر ایک اپارٹمنٹ لیتے ہیں۔ ہر شخص کے پاس لیز کا قانونی حصہ ہوتا ہے اور کرایہ متفقہ تناسب سے تقسیم ہوتا ہے۔
Example: A PKR 120,000/month 3BHK apartment in DHA Karachi — split 3 ways means each person pays PKR 40,000, securing exactly a 33% fraction of the property.
مثال: DHA کراچی میں PKR 120,000 ماہانہ 3BHK فلیٹ — تین افراد میں تقسیم سے ہر شخص PKR 40,000 ادا کرتا ہے۔
Your Journey from Search to Keys
تلاش سے چابیاں تک کا سفر
Browse & Filter Listings
Search by city (Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad), flat type, and your preferred share percentage. Filter for 2-person (50% stake), 3-person (33% fraction), or 4-person (25% portion) arrangements. All listings show the per-person monthly cost upfront.
شہر، فلیٹ کی قسم اور پسندیدہ حصہ کی بنیاد پر تلاش کریں۔
Get Matched with Co-Tenants
If you don't have flatmates already, our matching service pairs you with verified professionals who share similar lifestyles and schedules. All prospective co-tenants undergo ID verification and background checks before being added to our platform.
Schedule a Free Property Visit
Book a free viewing at a time that suits you. Our property coordinator will show you every room, explain shared spaces, and introduce you to existing or potential co-tenants. No pressure — just information.
Sign Your Shared Tenancy Agreement
Our legal team prepares a Shared Tenancy Agreement that clearly states: each tenant's exact percentage stake, monthly rent per person, proportion of utility bills, house rules, notice periods, and dispute resolution process. The document is signed by all parties and the landlord.
Pay Your Deposit & First Month
Pay only your fraction of the security deposit (typically 2 months' rent per person) and the first month's rent. Each co-tenant pays their own portion separately — no one handles money on behalf of others.
Move In & Enjoy Your Share
Collect your keys, take a photo inventory of your room and the shared spaces, and enjoy your new premium home — at your agreed share of the total cost.
Your Stake is Legally Protected
آپ کا حصہ قانونی طور پر محفوظ ہے
Under Pakistani rental law, all co-tenants have equal legal standing. ShareNestPK's agreements are drafted by qualified legal professionals familiar with Sindh, Punjab, and Islamabad tenancy regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
اکثر پوچھے گئے سوالات
What if a co-tenant doesn't pay their share of the rent?
Each co-tenant's obligation to pay their portion is individually documented in the tenancy agreement. Under our co-tenancy model, each person is solely responsible for their own fraction. ShareNestPK's mediation team steps in immediately if a tenant defaults, and replacement tenant matching is free of charge.
Can I leave before my lease term ends?
Yes. You may surrender your stake with 30 days' written notice. ShareNestPK will find a replacement tenant to take over your share percentage in the apartment. You'll receive your deposit back within 14 days once a new co-tenant is found.
How are utility bills divided among co-tenants?
Utilities (electricity, gas, water, internet) are divided by the same proportion as the rent. In a 3-person flat, each person pays 33% of each bill. Our platform includes a utility tracker that sends each tenant their exact monthly amount by SMS.
Are all flatmates male/female segregated?
Yes. We respect cultural and religious values in Pakistan. All our shared apartments are segregated — either all-male or all-female tenants. Mixed-gender co-tenancy is not offered on this platform.
What is the minimum lease period?
Our standard minimum lease term is 6 months. Short-term (3-month) arrangements are available on selected listings marked "Short Stay." Most co-tenants stay for 12–18 months on average.
Is there a fee to use ShareNestPK?
Browsing and enquiring is 100% free. We charge a one-time placement fee equivalent to half a month's rent per share when you sign your tenancy agreement. There are no hidden fees or monthly platform charges.