Dhaka neighbourhood guide
Gulshan
Lakeside apartments and penthouses at the heart of the city
Dhaka's best-known prime address, with lakeside apartments, embassies, restaurants and international offices within a short drive.
Gulshan is divided into Gulshan 1 and Gulshan 2, linked by Gulshan Avenue. The neighbourhood is bordered by lakes on several sides, and the quieter residential roads behind the avenue are lined with low- and mid-rise apartment buildings.
Homes in Gulshan
Most homes are apartments of three to five bedrooms, with a smaller number of duplexes and penthouses on the upper floors of newer buildings. Lake-facing units and buildings on quieter roads command a premium.
Daily life
Gulshan has a dense concentration of restaurants, cafés, banks and offices, and is close to Baridhara and Banani. The lakeside paths are popular for walking in the early morning and evening.
Residences
Homes in Gulshan
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On the map
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Lifestyle
- Lakeside paths
- Restaurants
- Gulshan Avenue
- Embassies nearby
Nearby
- Gulshan Lake Park
- Baridhara
- Banani
Questions about Gulshan
What types of property are typical in Gulshan?
Mostly three- to five-bedroom apartments, with duplexes and penthouses in newer buildings. Detached houses are uncommon.
Insights
Reading about Gulshan
Buying guides1 min read
A buyer's checklist for prime apartments
From title documents to generator capacity: the questions worth asking before you make an offer on a city apartment.
Ayesha Rahman
Neighbourhood guides1 min read
Gulshan, Banani or Baridhara? Choosing between Dhaka's northern neighbourhoods
Three neighbourhoods a short drive apart, each with a distinct character. How to decide which suits the way you live.
Ayesha Rahman
Buying guides1 min read
Renting at the top end: questions to ask before you sign
Deposits, maintenance responsibilities, generator costs and notice periods: what to clarify before agreeing a lease.
Farhan Chowdhury
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