Saturday, January 30, 2016

8 Affordable Condos within 30 Minutes of Business District


Condominium living is quite common in highly urban places like Metro Manila, and just like the high costs of living associated with big cities, prices of condominium units also commonly tend to be significantly high.

This should not deter home seekers from choosing to live in Metro Manila, however, as there are many affordable options in the current market that do well to meet big city living needs while remaining reasonably priced. These condos are also quite accessible from major business centers, so commuting to and from work will be a breeze for future owners.


1. East Raya Gardens
Developer: DMCI Homes
Location: Pasig
Price: Php3–5 million
Distance from Ortigas Center: 19 minutes without traffic via Mercedes Ave. (based on Google Maps estimates)

Located along Mercedes Avenue in Pasig, this 2.9-hectare residential enclave is by DMCI Homes, and in keeping with the developer’s no-frills, distinctive style, also features a Balinese-inspired design. It is composed of eight medium-rise buildings complemented with 500 square meters of lush Balinese gardens and water features for a relaxing environment. Prices for units range here range from Php3 to Php5 million, with Lamudi currently having 96-sqm, three-bedroom unit currently listed for Php4,255,800.


2. Verawood Residences
Developer: DMCI Homes
Location: Acacia Estates, Taguig
Price: Php3.5–9 million
Distance from Bonifacio Global City: 26 minutes without traffic via Bayani Road or C5 Road

Another resort-style development by DMCI Homes, Acacia Estates is a massive residential community at 150 hectares. Unit prices at its Verawood Residences section—a two-tower, medium rise condo estate—range from as low as Php2.9 million for a two-bedroom inner unit to Php5.1 million for a newly turned over three-bedroom unit.


3. Amaia Skies Cubao
Developer: Amaia Land
Location: EDSA corner Tuazon Ave., Cubao, Quezon City
Price: Php1.4–2.9 million
Distance from Ortigas Center: 22 minutes without traffic via EDSA

Situated in Cubao just a stone’s throw away from the Araneta Station of MRT-3 and Cubao Station of LRT-2, Amaia Skies can be considered one of Metro Manila’s transport-oriented condos. This three-tower development, aimed at young professionals, offers units ranging from 18 to 34 sqm, with prices from Php1.4 to Php2.9 million.


4. Cambridge Village
Developer: Empire East
Location: Pasig-Cainta
Price: Php1.3 million for a 30-sqm unit
Distance from Ortigas Center: 23 minutes without traffic via East Bank Road and Ortigas Avenue

A project by Empire East, Cambridge Village in Cainta, Rizal, is quite close to Pasig and Ortigas Center and can be considered one of Metro Manila’s best-known affordable condos. It features a number of amenities to residents’ convenience, such as retail spaces, swimming pools, and a clubhouse with an 81-seater mini-theater, among others. A typical one-bedroom, 30-sqm unit here is currently listed in Lamudi for Php1.3 million.


5. The Columns at Legaspi Village
Developer: Alveo Land
Location: Legaspi Village, Makati
Price: Starts at Php3.8 million
Situated inside the Makati CBD

Situated in one of Makati’s most prominent sections, The Columns Legaspi Village is well worth a buyer’s investment based on the location alone. A project by Alveo Land and patterned off of their highly successful The Columns Ayala Avenue, the two-tower condominium provides residences close proximity to all the key the locations in the city, including Ayala Avenue, the city’s numerous commercial centers, and the Makati Medical Center, among others. Unit prices start from as little as Php3.8 million for a 36-sqm studio unit.

 
6. Bonifacio Heights
Developer: DMCI Homes
Location: Taguig
Price: Php5.4 million for a two-bedroom unit
Distance from Bonifacio Global City: 7 minutes without traffic via Lawton Avenue

Judging on its location alone, buyers will get their money’s worth in Bonifacio Heights due to its proximity to McKinley Hill, McKinley West, and Bonifacio Global City. This medium-rise condo estate by DMCI Homes has 17 mid-rise buildings, and offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. A two-bedroom unit is listed in Lamudi for Php5.4 million.



7. Amaia Steps Bicutan
Developer: Amaia Land
Location: West Service Road, Brgy. Sun Valley, Paranaque
Price: Php1.5–2.9 million
Distance from Makati CBD: 18 minutes without traffic via the Skyway

Its first tower to be completed early this year, Amaia Steps Bicutan, situated along the West Service Road (close to SM City Bicutan) offers units ranging from 22 to 44 sqm priced from Php1.5 to 2.9 million. This property is also quite accessible from the airport.


8. TRIbeca Private Residences
Developer: Landco
Location: East Service Road, Sucat, Muntinlupa
Price: Php2.8–3.6 million
Distance from Makati CBD: 22 minutes without traffic via the Skyway
Distance from Filinvest Alabang: 13 minutes without traffic via the West Service Road

Landco’s resort-themed condo project in Muntinlupa, TRIbeca’s main appeal is its easy access from the Skyway and the South Luzon Expressway, which makes travel to either the Makati CBD and Filinvest Alabang a breeze. It is comprised of three towers, offering modestly sized one- and two-bedroom units, which are ideal for starting families and young professionals. Two TRIbeca properties are currently listed in Lamudi for Php2.8 million (27 sqm) and Php3.6 million (38 sqm).


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