BANGKOK – The Philippine real estate sector is expected to grow by at least 5% annually, bolstered by expanding infrastructure and economic resilience in key regions, a senior executive from Filipino Homes said at the Asian Real Estate Summit (ARES) 2025.
Alejandro Mañalac, Team Luzon leader at Filipino Homes, told delegates that now is the “right time” to remain in the real estate industry, as roads, bridges, telecom networks, and logistics infrastructure continue to drive property value appreciation outside Metro Manila.
“Every time there’s a road going to the property, the property appreciates,” Mañalac said, citing active developments in Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, and Northern Mindanao. “The growth is consistent, regardless of who leads the country.”
He added that real estate demand is supported by an expanding urban population, a strong overseas and BPO workforce, and increasing employment and entrepreneurship among Filipinos aged 20 to 40, the sector’s key demographic.
The two-day ARES event, held from July 1 to 2, gathered more than 1,000 participants—including 800 confirmed delegates—according to Cebu-based organizer Filipino Homes.
With the theme “Empowering Growth: Fostering Global Partnerships with Responsible Developers,” the summit aims to build cross-border industry links and promote sustainable strategies in the region.
“This summit is more than a Philippine-focused event—it’s an entry point for aligning with Asia’s best-in-class developers,” said Anthony Gerard Leuterio, founder and president of Filipino Homes.
He noted a shift among Filipino developers toward regional models, including mixed-use estates and transit-oriented communities, citing innovations in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Since its 2023 launch, ARES has emerged as a platform for property executives, urban planners, and real estate professionals to collaborate on regional development trends.
Mañalac said the convergence of infrastructure, connectivity, and e-commerce logistics will continue to shape real estate values and opportunities across the Philippines.
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