The Ideal Urban Addresses for Starting Filipino-Chinese Families

Ties between the Filipino and Chinese are characterized by a rich history and culture. Dating back to the migration of Chinese nationals before the Spanish colonial period, it is undeniable that Chinese traditions, philosophies, and culture have become deeply embedded in the Filipino identity. Today, this is evidenced by a vast and thriving Filipino-Chinese community, marked by the principles of perseverance and discipline that has taken root in places all throughout the archipelago.

Metro Manila, being one of the most densely populated areas in the world, is also among the most diverse regions in the country by being home to several indigenous groups and foreign nationalities. As the nation’s capital, it is an area where everyday life, trade, and culture are profusely concentrated. Because the Filipino-Chinese community has become fundamental in the business world, it is not surprising to see that many Filipino-Chinese families have chosen to settle in the capital.

Though Manila continues to become more populated, congested, and polluted throughout the years, some areas remain intact—mostly through effective policy enforcement, proper urban planning, and responsible development. Thus, these locations are favorable choices for younger families to build their homes and lives.

Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

Bonifacio Global City in Taguig is an area which has become highly urbanized and modernized especially in recent years. It is home to several high-end developments, establishments, and facilities, promising a lifestyle of convenience and ease. It is also in close proximity to world-class schools and is built with roads that are well-strategized and well-maintained. The area provides city living that is clean, pedestrian-friendly, and self-sustainable. Its growing business district, as well as its close proximity to Ortigas and Makati central business districts, may also be desirable for entrepreneurs looking to expand their enterprises and still enjoy quality time with their families.

Commonwealth, Quezon City

Commonwealth, the largest avenue in the country, also happens to be in the largest and most populous highly-urbanized area in Manila. The Commonwealth district, which has long been a prime real estate area, is famed for its strategic location. Because of its close proximity to schools, shopping centers, churches, and major roads, the Commonwealth area is an optimal place for starter families. With a buzzing business district, it also has good employment and business potential. Its accessibility is certainly a considerable advantage for families.

Salcedo Village, Makati

Makati is probably one of the first places that would come up when talking about prime locations in Metro Manila, and it comes as no surprise. Housing the Makati Central Business District, several world-class schools, top-tier developments, and prime establishments, the city is a much sought-after locale. Legazpi Village is a great neighborhood for home seekers in Makati due to its proximity to some of the country’s best schools as well as the CBD. It is also renowned for its establishments and markets.

Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa

Living in Alabang offers the experience of a city lifestyle in the South, which is less hectic than other areas in Metro Manila. Alabang is the heart of Metro South, still close enough to the capital and with its own conglomerate of mega-developments and malls, international schools, hospitals, and entertainment options, essentially the Metro Manila experience, but scaled-down. If families desire a balanced lifestyle—cosmopolitan, yet grounded—then properties in Alabang are ideal options.

Binondo

The oldest Chinatown in the world, Binondo, is still one of the best locations for young Filipino-Chinese families to settle. A hub for the rich heritage and traditions of the Chinese, Binondo remains unique in maintaining its culture, while at the same time opening up to modernization in recent times. Thus, Binondo is considered, especially since the onset of recent developments in the area, to be ideal for real estate—a prime location for studying, working, conducting business, and settling down.

Leading developer Anchor Land always had the Filipino-Chinese community in mind from the beginning, and their work started with Binondo. For the last decade, the company has been working to reshape Chinatown into a better, modernized and revitalized hub for the Filipino-Chinese community, driven by innovation and pursuit of excellence.

This pursuit, staying true to their mission of “providing world-class, high-end real estate projects,” continues with 8 Alonzo Parksuites in Binondo. The 49-storey condominium building, designed with a unique facade inspired by the number 8, is another gem in the company’s already impressive portfolio for the area alone. A project made up of 262 units, top amenities, and other exciting features, 8 Alonzo Parksuites is a commitment to Anchor Land’s expertise in “providing sensible and sustainable residential development.”

Designed with the young Filipino-Chinese entrepreneur in mind, 8 Alonzo Parksuites will offer young families of these entrepreneurs quality living with world-class residential units in close proximity to places of business and schools, right in the heart of the hub of Filipino-Chinese culture. With 8 Alonzo Parksuites, young families need to look no further than the streets of Binondo.