Stronger depth marks Philippine real estate's gains at PropertyGuru's 20th Year

Insights from Cyndy Tan Jarabata, Chairperson of the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards Judging Panel

- By PAMELA IMPERIAL

As the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards marks its 20th year, Philippine real estate continues to show stronger depth across asset classes and regions.

This year's entries stood out not for a single headline project, but for the consistent quality seen across developments nationwide—reflecting a more disciplined approach to planning, execution, and long-term value.

In an interview, Cyndy Tan Jarabata, Chairperson of the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards judging panel, said this shift was evident across submissions. “What stood out this year was the depth and range of quality across multiple asset classes,” she said. “We saw strong showings in industrial, office, and luxury categories, alongside very competitive housing and township entries.”

She cited industrial estates such as LIMA Estate and Biz Hub at LIMA, as well as office developments including Johndorf Tower, GBF Centers, and LIMA Tower One, which she said “reflect a very deliberate approach to master planning, sustainability, and connectivity.”

Luxury developments also showed stronger alignment with global benchmarks. “Luxury projects such as The Velaris Residences North Tower and The Residences at The Westin Manila demonstrate how Filipino developers are matching global expectations for design, liveability, and branded experiences,” Jarabata said.