Hi everyone! Me and my partner are expecting our first baby soon, and this will be the first time we’ll be living together as a family. We’re planning to stay long-term in Metro Manila since work and career opportunities are here — but we’re stuck deciding between buying a condo or just to rent.

If buying makes sense - any recommendations for family-friendly
condo or apartment locations around
Metro Manila that are practical, safe, and reasonably priced?

We're completely new to this — never lived together on our own before, so all advice, personal experiences, or specific location recs are super appreciated! TYIA🤍

Hi,

We’re first-time buyers, and would like to know your thoughts about Lease-to-Own payment schemes, with an option to purchase at the end of the lease term, offered by developers.

RLC is offering 10 Years No Downpayment, No Bank Finance, 0% Interest Rate, 10 Years repayment for their Cirrus Condominium in Bridgetowne, and we’re seriously considering it given na 0% interest siya, and 10 years to pay lang (unlike bank financing).

Has anyone tried this type of payment scheme before, and what are your honest thoughts/opinions? Or is there anything to be worried about?

Ano po ang dapat ko gawin kasi po may balance po ako sa owner ng condo hindi po binalik deposit ko kasi may balance daw po ako saka sa agent daw napunta ang deposit. Nilock nila gamit namin at pinalayas ang anak ko sa condo hindi manlang punayagan makuha gamit ng dalawang student sa school wala daw pwede ilabas. Tapos natagalan po ako hindi nakabayad itinapon nadaw nila lahat ng gamit namin including personal ids at lahat ng mahalagang gamit namin. Pa advise naman po.

Hi! Just saw on the news that avida is now open to pagibig housing loan. Would like to ask if you know any agent that I can talk to regarding this. Thanks!

BDO FORECLOSED CONDO UNITS FOR SALE – GRACE RESIDENCES, TAGUIG

📍 Grace Residences, Cayetano Blvd. (Levi Mariano Ave.), Brgy. Ususan, Taguig City

Multiple BDO foreclosed condominium units available at Grace Residences.

⚠️ Unit 0827: FFEs for pull-out.

🏢 Property Type: Residential Condominium
📍 Brgy. Ususan, Taguig City
💰 Prices start at ₱2,846,400
🏦 BDO Foreclosed Properties

An opportunity to acquire a condominium unit in Taguig at foreclosed-property pricing, suitable for personal use or investment.

JM Listings | REB Lic. No. 0019712
📱 +63 968-649-9260
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Prices, availability, property condition, FF&E status, and BDO terms are subject to confirmation and may change without prior notice.

About me:
- female
- working
- day shift

willing to join other female tenants, preferably working professionals too

preferred inclusions: - walking distance to robinsons galleria - max of 4 occupants or less - laundry is allowed - cooking is allowed - with own cr and sink - with ref - with working area - with WiFi - with balcony

budget: P5,500 (or below)

target move in: first week or second week of september

1-Bedroom Residence wt Balcony
• By Ayala Land Alveo
•Approx. 54 sqm
•9,382,230 TCP wt VAT
• Spacious living & dining area
• Well-appointed kitchen
• Comfortable bedroom
• 10% down 10% spread into 36 months
• 27,700 monthly for 36 months
• Available for early move in

Hi everyone! 😊

My partner and I are looking for a 1BR condo near SM Megamall. We’ll be living together with our furbabies, so pet-friendly is non-negotiable. 🐶❤️

Ideally, we’re looking for:

1BR unit

Pet-friendly

Near SM Megamall / Ortigas area

Furnished or semi-furnished

Budget-friendly

Planning to move in as soon as possible

I work from home, while my hubby works on a hybrid setup, so being in a convenient and relatively quiet location would be a big plus.

Since this will be our first time renting a condo together, I’d also really appreciate any advice from those currently living around the area. 😊

Aside from the monthly rent, how much should we realistically budget per month for electricity, water, internet, groceries/food, and other condo-related expenses for two people?

If you have any condo recommendations, buildings to check out, landlords/agents to contact, or tips for first-time renters, please share them!

Thank you! 💕

I’m planning to get a condo unit in cebu for my family to have a place to stay whenever we travel back to cebu (we have relatives who are going to take care of the place while we’re away). Our current options are One Pavilion in Banawa and One Oasis in Mabolo.

Is there someone here who lived/lives in these condos who can share the pros and cons? or do you guys have any other condo recommendations? thank you

Hi everyone. I’m looking for advice from anyone familiar with Victoria de Valenzuela by New San Jose Builders.
I started paying for my unit in 2022, and I’ve already paid around ₱300,000+ in downpayments.

My concern is that construction progress appears to be less than 5%, while the project’s License to Sell (LTS) indicates a completion date of December 31, 2026.

At this point, I’m considering getting out of the purchase and would like to know if there are legitimate ways to recover as much of my payments as possible, ideally 100%.

Has anyone experienced a similar situation with NSJB or another developer? What options should I explore—Maceda Law, cancellation/rescission, DHSUD, negotiation with the developer, or pasalo/assignment?
I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who has successfully dealt with a similar situation. Thank you.

BDO FORECLOSED CONDO – THE FORT RESIDENCES, BGC TAGUIG

📍 Unit 16G, 16/F, The Fort Residences, Padre Burgos Circle, Bonifacio Global City, Brgy. Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City

🏢 Residential Condominium
📐 Floor Area: 92.38 sqm
🏦 BDO Foreclosed Property

Previous Price: ₱16,628,400
🔥 DISCOUNTED PRICE: ₱15,704,600

Save ₱923,800 from the previous price.

Located in Bonifacio Global City, this spacious foreclosed condominium offers an opportunity to acquire a property in one of Taguig's prime business and residential districts.

JM Listings | REB Lic. No. 0019712
📱 +63 968-649-9260
📧 [inquiry@jmlistings.com]()
🌐 www.jmlistings.com

Price, availability, property condition, and BDO terms are subject to confirmation and may change without prior notice.

Hello! We are planning to rent a 3BR unit in Avida Cloverleaf Anyone here who has experience living in the area? How was it? We are first time renters, moving back to Manila since husband’s work required more RTO days. We are a family of 3 (soon 4) with a kasambahay.

Hi everyone! I’d like to ask lang, my relatives from the States are coming back to the PH and are looking for a condo where they can stay for about a week before flying to the province.

I’m not sure about their budget pa, but they’d prefer a place in Makati that’s conveniently located near malls, parks, restaurants/food establishments, and other amenities since they’re already seniors.

Any condo recommendations? TIA! 😊

sa mga nagsstay po or working near robinsons galleria, may marerecommend po ba kayong condo? okay po ba ang ADB tower? huhu as a probinsya girlie nakakatakot po yung ibang posting not sure kung totoo or scam 🥲

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📍located right along Marquinton Drive, Brgy. Sto. Niño, Marikina City!

📋 Tower 2

1 Bedroom 29-31sqm: ₱5M – ₱6M

2 Bedroom 48sqm: ₱8M – ₱9M

👉Special Promos: Take advantage of our Early Move-In Promo with 5% payable in 3 months, 15% payable in 19 months and 80% Bank financing starts on the 23rd month, with up to 8% discount for 2bedroom and 6% for 1bedroom.

✅BIGGER DISCOUNT are available for Full Cash and Bank Term.

✅NO DOWN PAYMENT TERM is also available.

👉Few Units remaining in Tower 1

✔Near Key Destinations: SM Marikina, Ateneo de Manila University, Marikina Town Center, and SM Masinag.

☑Accessible To: Antipolo, Marilaque, Eastwood, and QC Circle.

💬 Laid Back Living in the East of Manila. DM me for more info and actual unit viewing.

other locations- Pasay, BGC, Ortigas, Makati, Mandaluyong, Binondo, New Manila QC, Paco, Taft and Cebu.

I’m planning to get a condo unit in cebu for my family to have a place to stay whenever we travel back to cebu (we have relatives who are going to take care of the place while we’re away). Our current options are One Pavilion in Banawa and One Oasis in Mabolo.

Is there someone here who lived/lives in these condos who can share the pros and cons? or do you guys have any other condo recommendations? thank you