Daily Tribune (Philippines)

Hot property picks in the Metro

This would push the demand for real estate services — agents, lawyers, and associates.

- BY MARIA ROMERO @tribunephl_mbr

Real estate is always a valuable asset addition both as a passive and active investment portfolio. The best thing about this space is they are not making any more of it, making each piece of investment unique. Indeed, Department of Finance Secretary Benjamin e. Diokno indicated an expected uptick in property sales volume this year, with many Filipinos forecasted to invest in the sector.

This would push the demand for real estate services — agents, lawyers, and associates. He also noted that real estate services focusing on commercial and residentia­l property segments would rebound and make way for adopting the new normal, where hybrid works and flexible office spaces prevail.

True enough, despite the disruptive impact of the global health crisis on people and the economy, Filipino investors remain keen on acquiring real estate properties as part of their longterm plans. As expected, clear as day, Metro Manila remains a hot place due to its convenienc­e, albeit pricey.

Data released by real estate brokerage services firm Leechiu Property Consultant­s in December revealed that residentia­l property prices in Metro Manila last year more than doubled that of the price points in 2021 because the pandemic stalled project launches.

The data also noted that prices of older projects in the metropolit­an grew annually by as much as 250 percent per square meter in the fourth quarter of last year alone.

Units launched throughout the year, on the other hand, clocked in at 10,009 or 61 percent lower than the 25,911 in 2021, while units sold fell by seven percent to 35,539 from 38,065 the previous year. The prices of newly launched projects also increased by 215 percent.

LPC said the real estate sector would pick up even further this year. riding on this growth, many investors looking for worthwhile investment­s will surely be on a shopping spree. From budget-friendly to high-end, here are five of Metro Manila’s most sought-after properties:

Asteria Residences

Asteria residences is a residentia­l developmen­t on prime land in San Antonio Valley 2 in Sucat, Parañaque City.

In its pre-selling state, you may soon have a home you can call your own at this 27,997-square meter developmen­t for around P2.5 million to P4.2 million per unit. The mid-rise community is close to SM City Sucat and Hypermart, Medical Center Parañaque City, Parañaque City Doctors Hospital, PAGCOr Parañaque City, and NAIA Terminal 4 Domestic Passenger Terminal.

Amaia Series Novaliches

At the heart of Amaia Novaliches estate in Quezon City, this community offers home seekers townhouse units that start at P2.5 million.

The residentia­l project catches the eyes of investors through its four and six-series townhouse models, featuring amenities that complement the suburban lifestyle.

Mirea Residences

This pre-selling condominiu­m project developed by the Consunji family’s DMCI at east Amang rodriguez Avenue in Pasig City promises to meet the needs and wants of young profession­als.

With a starting rate of P3.5 million, each Mirea unit would be suitable for working and starting families. The property is near LrT-2 Santolan station, South Supermarke­t, robinsons Mega east, Sta. Lucia Mall, SM Marikina, SM Savemore, and St. Camillus Medical Center.

Mahogany Place 3

Located in Acacia estates, Taguig City, this residentia­l community offers a lowdensity, Asian, and modern contempora­rythemed subdivisio­n within Acacia estates that is ready for occupancy.

With its price ranging from P13.6 million to P29 million, this property is for those who want bigger spaces for their family while enjoying its modern structural finish. It is accessible through C-5, a few minutes from the Bonifacio Global City and Makati Central Business District.

Two Serendra

Suppose you are the carefree type whose primary considerat­ion for buying out properties depends on which shopping district it is close to. In that case, this condominiu­m property can be the most suitable for your lifestyle.

The property at McKinley Parkway and 11th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, developed by Alveo Land, Inc., has units that are both pre-selling and ready for occupancy. From P5.5 million to P35 million, the low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise suburban condo living will be perfect for dynamic profession­als and metropolit­an families.

The 55-story developmen­t has studio, one, two, to three-bedroom units with provisions for laundry and drying and pocket gardens at the balcony.

By all indication­s, 2023 is shaping to become a better year for the property sector, and buyers seem upbeat about supporting the industry.

 ?? PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF MIREA RESIDENCES MIREA Residences. ?? AMAIA Series Novaliches.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF MIREA RESIDENCES MIREA Residences. AMAIA Series Novaliches.
 ?? PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF DMCI ?? ASTERIA Residences.
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF DMCI ASTERIA Residences.
 ?? PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF ALVEO LAND TWO Serendra. ??
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF ALVEO LAND TWO Serendra.
 ?? PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF AMAIA SERIES NOVALICHES ??
PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF AMAIA SERIES NOVALICHES

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