Perks of condo living

From career-oriented adolescents to family-centered professionals, more and more people are opting to live in a condominium unit than a house. Because of the advantages offered by high-rise living, people have realized that condos are not just an alternative housing; it’s also an incredibly worthy investment.

To help answer the question on your mind of whether you should buy a condo or not, Property giant Federal Land, Inc., pioneer of high-rise residential developments in the Philippines, reveals here some of the good reasons to choose condo living.

One of the best perks that come with living in a condo is its accessibility to commercial spaces. Imagine getting your laundry washed, having a good meal, paying your bills, and buying your groceries, without ever having to leave the building. It is both convenient and efficient, allowing you to do more with your time.

Of course, some condominiums offer more conveniences than others. The Marquinton Residences in Marikina is a premier self-contained town being developed by Federal Land. This means that residents have no need to leave town because everything they can possibly need is already within reach. Aside from featuring the usual commercial shops that address the daily needs of its residents, this Marquinton is situated in front of the famous Blue Wave Mall, and near top grade hospitals, schools, banks, business centers, and other important establishments.

Since the vision of the Marikina’s local government is to follow the example of Singapore, Marquinton residents will progress hand in hand with the city’s growth.

Condominium units increase your buying power because they often cost less than single-detached homes with the same location and livable space. Maintenance will also cost you less since you only have to maintain your condo unit. Of course, you have to pay monthly association dues as your contribution to the maintenance of the building and its amenities – but this is still much cheaper than having a whole house and lot to maintain.

At Marquinton, you can be sure that the rates are reasonable. The perfect blend of functional design, charming interiors and an amazingly low monthly amortization guarantees you an affordable dream home.

If you want a house with a swimming pool minus the anxiety that goes with building and maintaining one — staying in a condo is perfect for you. Condo living means owning the unit and also a part of the shared areas of the community. It means being able to take advantage of modern comforts without worrying about the upkeep of the facilities. As mentioned earlier, your monthly condo association fee will take care of the maintenance of the common elements in your community.

At Marquinton, a host of special leisure opportunities are available to residents. A resort-type swimming pool, outdoor children’s playground, gym, basketball and tennis courts, clubhouse, bicycle lanes, picnic area, a courtyard garden and pond, are just some of the recreational areas for relaxing and intimate bonding.

Many working professionals who are too busy to tidy up the house, and families who don’t have the budget to hire a maid prefer living in a condo. Clearing up a compact space is so much easier than cleaning an entire house-and-garden.  Plus, at Marquinton, you have a maintenance crew on-call to help you deal with everyday housing troubles. So whether you need to unclog the drain, fix the pipes, or just simply install a painting and change a light bulb, you can count on the friendly maintenance team to be there to assist you.

Federal Land, the reliable 33-year old property arm of Metrobank, is famous for luxury condominiums along Diosdado Macapagal Avenue and the cutting-edge GT Tower in Makati. Marquinton Residences is now under construction and Federal Land, Inc. guarantees that it will be delivered by the end of 2006. A company known for timely delivery, Federal Land recently celebrated the early turnover of Oriental Garden Makati Lotus Tower.  Discover if condo living is best for you — simply contact 889-6414 / 889-4900, log on to www.federalland.com.ph, or email [email protected].