PH Real Estate - Top 10 Premier Subdivisions in Metro Manila; You’d be Surprised with the List

If you want to find the best real estate properties in Metro Manila, you have to search the premier subdivisions first. The best properties are located inside subdivisions that are well-guarded and secure, away from the din and pollution of the bustling metropolis, but simultaneously, could provide a quick access to the basic services you need.

Nowadays, the rapid growth of condos in the capital city had provided superb abodes for people. However, many prefer the comfort of having a spacious backyard right at the tips of their fingers. This had stymied the influx of potential clients to these condos.

Thus, your next best option is to find a property in any of these classy subdivisions. This list of top 10 premier subdivisions in Metro Manila will help you find your ideal home.

Top 10 Premier Subdivisions in Metro Manila

• Ayala Alabang Village, Muntinlupa City

This is one of the biggest subdivisions in Metro Manila, with around 700 hectares of land available to about 30,000 homeowners.The gated community (3 main gates) has the basic services conveniently located within its perimeter, namely: 9 schools, safe parks and playgrounds, swimming pools, clinic with ambulances and fire trucks, and a reliable transport system inside the village. If you have your own vehicle, the Metro Manila Skyway provides swift access to other major institutions in the city.

You can also spend a relaxing time at the Alabang Country Club, where you can learn horseback riding, play polo or golf. In addition, it’s the only subdivision in Metro Manila with a bird sanctuary that houses 60 known species. The village has a verdant and lush environment because of its abundance of trees. You can take relaxing strolls along the city’s promenades.

• Corinthian Gardens, Quezon City

This subdivision is near popular schools, such as Ateneo de Manila, University of Asia and the Pacific, International Christian School, Miriam College, GCF, St. Paul's College and Poveda. Business Centers, The Fort Global City, Ortigas Center and the Greenhills complex are easily accessible.

You can take a stroll safely and spend time with your friends without fearing for your safety. There are various options of spending your time during weekends. It’s a gated community with a security guard on duty, 24/7.

• Bel-Air Village, Makati

This gated subdivision is one of the high-end subdivisions in the country. Bel-Air is associated with popular and wealthy personalities. There are cultural activities offered to its residents and visitors all year through.

The village has been admired for its drive to maintain its clean and green environment. It’s also close to major business centers, and to the heart of Metro Manila.

• Greenhills, San Juan

Greenhills is where former Philippine president, Joseph Estrada, resided. One important Philippine organization, the Club Filipino, is located inside Greenhills. You can spend a grand time at the Greenhills Shopping Center, where you can purchase anything you need, without going out of the shopping center.

The Greenhills subdivision is an ideal place for those who want school, shopping centers and public utilities all in one location.

• Magallanes Village, Makati

This is the subdivision that caters mostly for expatriates; almost half of its residents are expats. Thus, if you’re an expat searching for a place to purchase, you can consider Magallanes Village.

There are free services for homeowners, such as a medical and dental clinic, 3 parks, 2 tennis courts and a spacious gym, where you, as the homeowner, can engage in any sport of your choice.

• Dasmarinas Village Makati

This subdivision has international embassies within its gates.  The embassies of Russia, China and India are conveniently located inside Dasmarinas Village. A few local politicians choose to reside in the peaceful environment of the village, as well.

Furthermore, for persons with children, a Catholic school is within Dasma’s perimeter. There are also other basic services, so you don’t have to go out of the subdivision’s gate to avail of them.

• San Lorenzo Village

San Lorenzo Village is another posh subdivision, complete with the primary services that each of these subdivisions provides: 24-hour security, garbage disposal, and social venues for meeting of members.

Also, it’s home to the well-known Catholic academic institution, Assumption College San Lorenzo, where two former Philippine’s presidents, Corazon Aquino and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo attended school studied.

• McKinley Hill, Taguig

Choosing a property in McKinley Hill can be overwhelming, because there are various types to choose from. Whether you want a stand-alone house, a residential lot, or a condominium, you can find it all in McKinley. The concept of the place is for residents to have fun and be able to work simultaneously. There are many Business Process Outsourcing (BPOs) companies within the area.

Also, the European style fits in perfectly with the ambiance and environment of the place. The Venice Piazza houses restaurants with diverse cuisines from all over the world. There’s also a football stadium, the McKinley Hill stadium that can seat 1,750 sport fans. Isn’t that awesome?

In education, there are international schools, such as the Korean International School Philippines, the Enderun College and the Meridian International College.

If you want to spend a leisurely afternoon, you can stroll over to the Venice Grand Canal Mall, where the Grand Canal is replicated. Visitors often take pictures, and it would appear that they were touring the real Venice.

• Forbes Park

Forbes Park is one of the posh and most expensive subdivisions in Metro Manila. Foreign dignitaries and some famous persons reside in this village. You can play golf at the Manila Golf and Country Club, which is located within its perimeter.

The Manila Polo Club is also within the Forbes Perimeter, so, if you live in Forbes and you want to play a great game of polo, it’s just a short ride away from your home. This is only one of the amazing attractions of the place.

• Legazpi Village, Makati

This village is proximal to various schools, such as Centro Escolar University Makati, La Salle College International, Asian Institute of Management, Ateneo de Manila University, and Philippine Institute for Development Studies.

The village’s parks, Washington Sycip Park and Legazpi Active Park, provide spacious area for health buffs to jog in, take a stroll or have their morning runs. The subdivision is gated and secured strictly, which is the protocol for all expensive subdivisions in the Philippines.

As for the costs of these subdivisions, they are expected to be more on the expensive side because of their premier status. Hopefully, you can find your dream house out of these outstanding subdivisions.

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