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Renting in the Philippines
Renting is the primary option for most expats — fully furnished condos are widely available across all price ranges, and landlords are generally very comfortable renting to foreigners.
- BGC Manila: Condominiums from $700/month (1-BR furnished); new premium units $1,200–$2,000; managed buildings with gym, pool, and security
- Makati: $600–$1,000/month for 1-BR condos; slightly older stock but equally well-located
- Cebu IT Park: $400–$700/month; modern units in the Cebu Business Park towers
- Mactan Island: $500–$900/month; beach-adjacent units in Mactan Newtown or Lapu-Lapu
- Dumaguete: $200–$400/month for a 1-BR house or apartment; many include a small garden
- Finding rentals: Lamudi.com.ph, Property24, Facebook groups ('Expats in Cebu', 'Living in Dumaguete')
- Lease terms: typically 1 year with 1–2 months deposit; short-term (monthly) at 20–30% premium
- Furnishing: most expat-targeted condos come fully furnished (bed, sofa, appliances, AC); unfurnished units are cheaper