Available units for RENT as of SEPT. 2026.

Sept. 15 saw the USD to Philippine Peso exchange rate reach the highest level. This follows the hawkish sentiment coming from the USA as we move towards the next few months. Philippines usually rely on imports where oil is purchased in US Dollars. This kind of movement will surely have an effect on daily operations, transportations costs, business expenses and consumer spending.

Source: https://www.exchangerates.org.uk/USD-PHP-exchange-rate-history.html

When the dollar is stronger against the Philippine Peso, the cost of everything shoots up. Fuel is one of the biggest concerns because it affects almost everything. From logistics, delivery costs, employee transportation, construction materials, groceries, and even daily operations of businesses nationwide. As inflation continues to rise, consumers will have to spend their resources to the more important things since their buying power is getting limited.

In our industry, one example is a pause on buyers looking to invest. It is not uncommon to adopt a wait and see approach. Instead of investing their hard earned money, they prefer to rent while observing where the economy, interest rates, and their career will go in the coming months.

Some renters who originally planned to enter into two to 5 year contracts are becoming more cautious as well. They are choosing one year contracts first, giving them the flexibility in case their work arrangement or business plans change. Some are even downgrading and looking at more affordable rental rates. We have become a recipient of these issues as tenants become more practical and selective before commiting.

Vehicular traffic remains one of the biggest reasons people decide to rent in a particular area. It is one of the biggest headaches for our tenants to save them the stress, energy and fuel. Tenants realize that there are more options today than last year in terms of affordability and inventory.

The second major factor is having a convenient routine near the workplace. Renters want to live near the office( for professionals ) or the schools ( for students ). The most recent developments usually make the property mixed use. Combining commercial elements in the first few floors to residential units from mid to higher floors.

Moving forward…

The market remains cautious but it does not mean inactive. Some of our property sellers have to be strategic in how they present their property. If a property is open to a rent to own terms, they may be able to compete with developers who are already presenting lease to own terms just to move their inventory. Some renters may prefer shorter lease terms. But in the end, a relentless pursuit of marketing and pricing the properties properly will only lead to the best opportunities.

For the meantime, here’s our latest properties for rent: