10 Millennial-Friendly Condos in Metro Manila

condos for millennials — PHOTO BY Filinvest, The Arton by Rockwell ILLUSTRATION War Espejo

(SPOT.ph) Over the past few years, more millennials are looking into purchasing their own spaces, investing their hard-earned money in a permanent home. And if you belong to this age group, we know that you are looking for spaces that offer more than just a shorter commute to work, especially with your ever-changing lifestyle. Whether you need a comfy space to work from home, a place to maintain your active lifestyle, or amenities that will cater to a starter family, there's a property in the Metro that can check those boxes.

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Ready to live independently? Here are some properties that have features millennials would want in a condo:

Alveo Callisto by Alveo Land

Situated in the lifestyle hub of Circuit Makati, Alveo Callisto ensures you’ll never have to worry about FOMO. Every experience is easily within reach and with all the opportunities to explore, you’ll never go a day without something to do. Even if you prefer a little solitude on days off, you can tuck away in the library, ease into the outdoor lounge, or take a dip in the pool.

Glam Residences by SMDC

As the name suggests, Glam Residences has an upscale high-rise home to match the cosmopolitan lifestyles of working millennials. With thoughtfully designed amenities including a lap pool, Jacuzzi, and rooftop lounge and bar, millennials can come home to a rewarding respite after those hectic workdays. Located right off Quezon City’s rising business district, Triangle Park, all of life’s necessities and conveniences wouldn't be far off.

The Arton by Rockwell

A 1.9-hectare property with plenty of open spaces, The Arton is a master-planned community near Quezon City universities and Katipunan restaurants. With a co-working space, a multipurpose court, a gym, and other leisure amenities, maintaining a steady work-life balance would come easily in this residential property.

The Residences at Commonwealth by Century Properties

Offering its residents personalized recreational amenities such as a show kitchen, a screening room, an arts and crafts workshop, a music studio, and a dance studio, hobbyists and budding entrepreneurs have plenty of room to flourish. It also has wide-open areas and outdoor amenities that provide breathing room for those who need to disconnect and roam from time to time. For millennials with growing families, the kindergarten and playground offer kids a place to explore.

The Sapphire Bloc by RLC Residences

Sometimes, simple recreational activities are all we need to take the stress off a long workday. At Sapphire Bloc, unwinding is easy as a short trip to its variety of amenities. Love to watch movies? Enjoy your favorite film in the private theater. If playing games is more up your alley, you can invite friends over to the game room for some competitive fun. Need to distress? The in-house massage rooms and sauna should do the trick. They even have a play area for those with starting families. Not to mention its prime location that's close to retail establishments, restaurants, and offices.

Gem Residences by SMDC

Whether you start your day with exercise or you jump right into work, you can quickly shift from one task to the next by taking just a few steps around SMDC’s Gem Residences. Residents can get up bright and early and do some meditation and yoga on the yoga deck or sweat it out on the outdoor exercise area before hopping on over to the working spaces to report for work; all while enjoying the lush landscape of the open area.

Avida Towers Asten by Avida Land

Accessibility to work and leisure is non-negotiable for many millennials. At Avida Towers Asten, your trip to work or any commercial center is just one or two rides away. Despite it being within Metro Manila’s busiest business districts, its location in the San Antonio district provides its residents a more serene environment than those along Ayala Avenue or in the busier Poblacion areas. Residents can come home and chill poolside at the pool lounge, view the Makati skyline on the sky lounge, or hit up the game room.

100 West by Filinvest Land

Everyone hates wasting time—in traffic, waiting for a cab or bus, or standing in line. At 100 West in Makati, there are amenities ranging from recreational area, fitness spaces, study halls and workrooms to even a private club. This way, you don’t need to tread far to do the things you need.

Avida Towers Cityflex by Avida Land

If Bonifacio Global City is your favorite haunt, Avida Towers Cityflex is a great place to call home. The phrase “stretch your legs” takes a whole new meaning when you have Bonifacio Global City (BGC) as your backyard. You can have a meal with friends, go shopping all on the same day, and still be back home in time for dinner. If you just want to laze around home, you can do so poolside.

Park McKinley West by Megaworld

Situated in the growing high-end township McKinley West, Park McKinley West aims to build a community that brings your necessities closer to home. Office buildings, schools, malls, and other commercial developments are just around the block making convenience a part of everyday life. Aside from having a pool and fitness center, the propert also offers a yoga room, a children’s playground, a game room, and a sky garden—more reasons to stay home with your loved ones.

The Key Details:

Alveo Callisto

Location: West Gala Drive corner Theater Drive, Circuit Makati, Makati City
Website: www.atayala.com/alveo/makati-city/callisto/condominium
Available units: 28 to 214 sqm
Price points: P6.4 million to P23.1 million
Notable features: Lap pool, library, outdoor lounge, game room, fitness gym