Trillion-peso Villar City poised for further property price gains

After booking a P1.33-trillion gain in property value in its Villar City, Villar Land Holdings Corp. sees more room for capital appreciation since it is still cheaper than comparable estates, while prices are expected to rise with upcoming infrastructure and commercial developments.

- By JAMES A. LOYOLA

"The rising prominence of Villar City is aptly reflected in its commercial lot pricing, a reliable barometer of land values," the company said in a statement.

It noted that, at present, Villar City’s commercial lots remain competitive compared to those in the more established nearby districts.

For instance, commercial lot prices within Villar City’s Innovation District start at 345,000 per square meter (sqm), which is lower than Filinvest City’s prices, which range from P396,000 to P592,000 per sqm.