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Written by Emmanuel Andrew Venturina, Head of IQI PhilippinesThe Philippine real estate market remained resilient in Q3 2025, showing signs of sustained demand across both commercial and residential segments despite broader global uncertainties.Metro Manila’s prime office vacancy rate dropped to 8.5% from 9.2% in the previous quarter, while newly launched office space saw a healthy take-up rate of 75%—a reflection of ongoing local and international business expansions. Residential vacancy held at approximately 12%, underpinned by continued demand for condominiums and affordable housing in key growth corridors. Capital values also climbed across the board. Residential properties in Metro Manila appreciated by 6.8% year-on-year, while commercial properties posted gains of 5.4%. This uplift is closely tied to major infrastructure rollouts, including expanded transport networks and ongoing government-led development projects. Together, these fundamentals suggest a market well-positioned for continued momentum heading into 2026, with urban connectivity and housing accessibility acting as key drivers. Discover more country insights here!Download

written by EMMANUEL ANDREW VENTURINA, Head of IQI PhilippinesThe Philippines government's new 99-year land lease policy under President Ferdinand Marcos marks a strategic shift aimed at boosting foreign investment. Historically, foreigners were restricted from owning land and could only lease it for limited durations. This new long-term lease policy offers foreign investors near-ownership security, aligning the Philippines with global standards and making it more attractive for investments in real estate, tourism, manufacturing, and other sectors. This approach is expected to enhance foreign capital inflows, generate jobs, and facilitate technology transfer, ultimately diversifying and strengthening the local economy. Simultaneously, infrastructure and industrial growth are accelerating, particularly in Central Luzon. Aboitiz InfraCapital has launched the Tari Estate in Tarlac City, a 200-hectare development designed as a smart, sustainable business hub. With strong government backing and strategic connectivity to transport networks, the project is expected to become a catalyst for regional economic growth. Its integrated offerings—from residential to commercial—position Central Luzon as a rising investment destination, reinforcing investor confidence in the Philippines' evolving real estate and economic landscape. For more countries updateDownload Now!

The Philippine housing market remains resilient in 2025, with the Residential Real Estate Price Index rising 7.6 per cent in Q1. Condominiums led growth at 10.6 per cent, especially in Metro Manila where prices climbed nearly 14 per cent. Detached homes rose more modestly at 4.5 per cent.The office sector is equally vibrant, with leasing activity up 80 per cent in the first half of the year, driven by IT-BPM expansions in Ortigas and Taguig. Regional cities such as Cebu and Davao are also emerging as strong growth centres.Sustainability is becoming central, with more developers prioritising green-certified projects. With infrastructure upgrades, remittances, and expected rate cuts supporting demand, the outlook for the Philippine real estate sector remains robust.Explore the full analysis and market updates from other countries here!Download

In the second half of 2025, the Philippine real estate market is showing renewed momentum, spurred by infrastructure developments, hybrid work preferences, and the growing influence of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as property investors. Metro Manila remains pivotal, but provincial cities like Cebu, Davao, and Iloilo are becoming vibrant growth centers, driven by the government's "Build Better More" infrastructure initiative. Meanwhile, vertical living is evolving with post-pandemic preferences—buyers now prioritize condos offering home-office flexibility, open-air access, and smart amenities. OFWs are increasingly investing in income-generating properties, and the digitalization of property transactions is transforming the market experience, led by tech-forward firms like IQI Philippines. Looking ahead, demand remains robust for mid-market and affordable housing, especially in emerging BPO and industrial zones. Townhouses, house-and-lot offerings, and sustainable developments are attracting millennials and returning Filipinos. Meanwhile, the commercial sector benefits from e-commerce-driven growth in logistics and warehousing. Despite a generally optimistic outlook, challenges linger: high interest rates, elevated construction costs, and political or economic uncertainties are prompting some buyers to remain cautious. Nonetheless, the broader trend suggests a resilient and adaptive market, poised for sustained growth.Download the full newsletter for expert analysis and market updates from other countries.Download