Enjoying an Alabang lifestyle

MANILA, Philippines - In comparison to homeowners in other upscale communities, residents of Ayala Alabang in Southern Metro Manila tend to plant their roots more deeply in this sprawling community attests a consultant who works from out of her newly refurbished home in the sprawling subdivision.

The mother of four and spouse to an agri-businessman explains: “We live in a community where we have all we need and our children tend to go to the same schools and engage in the same after-school activities. Families see each other at church, the mall on Sundays or in the basketball or soccer leagues our children join. We thus tend to be closer to one another as neighbors. There are many reasons to stay in this community.”

 In addition to a mall, school and other places being just 10 minutes away, Michelle Meer, an entrepreneur and mother of four children, immensely enjoys the relaxed atmosphere of the community. In contrast to Makati where she grew up, Alabang encourages a smart casual lifestyle, she says. “You feel you don’t need to get dressed up even if you will be eating out in a good restaurant,” she smiles. “We enjoy that kind of freedom in addition to the fact that we feel secure here. Our kids can walk to the park. My husband and I can run or bike at any time of the day.”

Until recently, nevertheless, the community offered few attractive options for those seeking homes at the affordable price range. Benedict Miranda, director for capital markets of global real estate services firm Jones Lang LaSalle Leechiu attributes the high property values in the area to its being a community with sound planning that has withstood the test of time. Thus, the area is highly-rated by both locals and expatriates seeking green surroundings as well as the conveniences of an upscale mall and other commercial areas – in addition to schools, churches, and medical institutions.

He observes: “With the completion of the Skyway project and the rehabilitation of the South Luzon Expressway, it will become even easier to get to Makati from Ayala Alabang and its surrounding communities and property values are bound to appreciate even further.” Currently, property prices are among the highest in Metro Manila. This made the community unaffordable to young professionals just starting families and upwardly mobile individuals until recently.

Capitalizing on the attractions of the Ayala Alabang community, Ayala Land subsidiary Avida recently launched a residential condominium project offering homes in the P1.6 million to over P4 million price range with monthly amortizations of as low as P14,150 a month. Dez Cruz, head of Residential Buildings of Avida Land, disclosed that residents of Avida Towers Alabang will fully enjoy this community which is a “refuge for relaxation.”

Avida Towers Alabang is a two-tower project within a prime 5,000 sqm location within Ayala Land’s Madrigal Business Park, a large scale commercial zone. With an Alabang-Zapote Road corner Prime Street address, it is walking distance to Alabang Town Center and nearby restaurants, shops, and offices. These allow residents to enjoy various business and leisure activities.

With a number of highly rated educational centers within the area like PAREF Woodrose School, De La Salle Zobel, San Beda College Alabang and PAREF Southridge School, Alabang is a solid community that offers individuals and families seeking a well-balanced lifestyle many opportunities for long-term growth, according to Cruz. It is also a short drive away from Asian Hospital and a number of large supermarkets. “We see both single professionals and families who want a laid-back lifestyle closer to nature thriving at Avida Towers Alabang.”

Avida Towers Alabang is the first of many other Avida offerings in 2010. Scheduled soon are the launches of other Avida Towers communities in various locations, which are in line with Avida’s geographic expansion in 2010. These will also be complemented by the launch of new towers in already established and thriving Avida residential complexes.                    

Avida Towers Alabang, which will be completed on the second quarter of 2013 will make available studio, one bedroom and two-bedroom units ranging from 22 sqm. to 53 sqm. to potential homeowners seeking to enjoy the Ayala Alabang lifestyle.

Avida Towers Alabang represents a rare opportunity to enjoy the lifestyle of the area at affordable prices. For more information about Avida Towers Alabang, call 848 5200 or visit http://www.avidaland.com.