The appeal of southern Metro Manila
There are a number of mixed-use communities to choose from in the south. (HTTPS://WWW.DCCD.COM)
There has been an explosion of development in the southern part of the metro in recent years, and many are choosing to settle down in this corridor comprising the cities of Muntinlupa, Parañaque, and Las Piñas.
Let us explore why this area is so appealing to so many.
Access to metropolis, countryside
The south is definitely your gateway to numerous adventures.
Perhaps the most practical reason for settling in southern Metro Manila is its proximity to both C5 and Edsa, mainly through South Luzon Expressway (SLEx) and Skyway. This means that all of the central business districts—Ortigas, Makati, and Bonifacio Global City—as well as other centers of business, commerce, and industry in Valenzuela, Quezon City, and Manila are all conceivably within reach.
This is invaluable especially to the career people since this offers them the opportunity to maximize their time for work and for family.
Meanwhile, relative ease of access to the above expressways also allows them to enjoy the benefits of the countryside to the south. Whether they crave the cool temperatures and cold winds in Tagaytay or the pristine beaches along the coast of Cavite and Batangas, residents of south NCR are sure to have an easier time than most in the metropolis.
Affordable yet sound investments
Developments in the south allow you to indulge in a suburban lifestyle, while remaining near modern conveniences and urban centers.
Another practical reason for settling in south NCR is the competitive prices of property relative to the rest of Metro Manila, coupled with the high potential for further growth in these areas. This translates to potentially higher returns down the road should you consider selling your property in the future.
This area is thus perfect especially as a first purchase for speculative buyers who seek to maximize their future earnings in parallel with securing a home for their families in the medium to long term.
Suburban lifestyle
Communities in the south allow for holistic living.
Many who want to move out of the most congested areas of Metro Manila simply want to enjoy a slower, quieter way of life.
While that can most certainly and obviously be attained by settling in the provinces further south, southern NCR offers a similarly relaxed lifestyle without having to move away quite so far from major hubs of business. It is this promise of a Goldilocks zone of sorts—not too far away, not too quiet, not too close to the hustle and bustle, not too noisy—that makes this area so appealing to those looking for a home.
Complete amenities, services
Those who choose to settle in the provinces sometimes have a common complaint: amenities and services are often lacking compared to the metro, including choices for shops and specialty goods. Sometimes, essentials such as high-quality medical care, education, and even uninterrupted supply of power and water are not readily accessible as well.
In south Metro Manila however, reputable hospitals and schools are present and accessible. Power and water, much like the rest of Metro Manila, are for the most part steadily supplied. Malls and other shopping centers abound for needs and wants, and if the available selection still isn’t enough, BGC and Makati are just a few minutes away on a good day.
The Bay Area is your gateway to the south.
South NCR offers the possibility of enjoying all the benefits of the city with the promise of more relaxed neighborhoods as well as access to the natural wonders and refuges of the countryside, coupled with access to the metropolis’ business centers and high potential for growth. There aren’t many areas where the same can be said about what can only be described as one of Metro Manila’s true suburbs.
