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Start uga_filter: <p></p><p>As lifted from <a title="Our listings website" href="http://www.architerra.org" target="_blank">Architerra</a>, here are tips on finding a neighborhood that meets your needs:</p>
<p><strong>1. Make a list of all of the amenities that are close by in the neighborhood you are considering as your new residence</strong>.  Keep in mind what distances and routes to each of these places are acceptable and what are not.</p>
<p><strong>2. </strong><strong>Determine what the best features of the neighborhoods are</strong>.  This is especially helpful if you are deciding between a few different neighborhoods.</p>
<blockquote><p>Are there parks nearby?<br />
Is it scenic and visually appealing?<br />
Are there quiet areas, streets, culs de sac?<br />
Are the people friendly in the neighborhood?<br />
Is the neighborhood clean?  Yards, streets, parks?<br />
Are there nice trees and foliage?<br />
Do the lots have large or small yards?<br />
Are there walkways and are they easily accessible?<br />
Is it a safe neighborhood?<br />
What are the market values of the homes in the area?<br />
Are there many houses for sale? How&#8217;s the vacancy rate in the condominium?</p>
<p>How &#8216;s the property management and maintenance?<br />
How long ago was the community developed?<br />
What is the average age of the people in the area?<br />
Are there families with small children in the area?<br />
What is the proximity to schools?<br />
Are there community events or organizations?</p>
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<dt class="wp-caption-dt"><img class="size-medium wp-image-3" src="http://www.residencesmanila.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/2.jpg?w=300" alt="A Glimpse of Manila's Best Apartments and Residences" width="300" height="200" /></dt>
<dd class="wp-caption-dd">A Glimpse of Manila&#8217;s Best Apartments and Residences</dd>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-40" title="One Serendra Fort Bonifacio_Residences Manila" src="http://www.residencesmanila.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/dsc00711.jpg?w=300" alt="One Serendra Fort Bonifacio_Residences Manila" width="300" height="225" /></div>
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<p><strong>3. Walk around in the neighborhood</strong>.  The best way to determine the cleanliness and friendliness of the neighborhood is to walk around in it and meet its residents. In the condominium, try to talk to the front lobby receptionist.  Observe how guards and personnel treat residents.  Determine the friendliness of the tenants by observing those who walk thru the lobby.   </p>
<p>I personally like the following neighborhoods:  <a href="http://www.architerra.org/Alabang_Villages/page_1810565.html">Ayala Alabang Village</a>, <a title="Bonifacio Global City homepage" href="http://www.bonifacioglobalcity.ph" target="_blank">Bonifacio Global City</a>, and <a title="About Southbay Gardens" href="http://www.architerra.org/Paranaque_Villages/page_2193280.html" target="_blank">Southbay Gardens </a>in Paranaque.  Do you know of a great condominium or village neighborhood you&#8217;d like to recommend? Let us know if you want us to feature it here on <a title="Go to Residences Manila" href="http://www.residencesmanila.com" target="_blank">Residences Manila.</a></p>

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Ending uga_filter: <p></p><p>As lifted from <a title="Our listings website" href="http://www.architerra.org" target="_blank">Architerra</a>, here are tips on finding a neighborhood that meets your needs:</p>
<p><strong>1. Make a list of all of the amenities that are close by in the neighborhood you are considering as your new residence</strong>.  Keep in mind what distances and routes to each of these places are acceptable and what are not.</p>
<p><strong>2. </strong><strong>Determine what the best features of the neighborhoods are</strong>.  This is especially helpful if you are deciding between a few different neighborhoods.</p>
<blockquote><p>Are there parks nearby?<br />
Is it scenic and visually appealing?<br />
Are there quiet areas, streets, culs de sac?<br />
Are the people friendly in the neighborhood?<br />
Is the neighborhood clean?  Yards, streets, parks?<br />
Are there nice trees and foliage?<br />
Do the lots have large or small yards?<br />
Are there walkways and are they easily accessible?<br />
Is it a safe neighborhood?<br />
What are the market values of the homes in the area?<br />
Are there many houses for sale? How&#8217;s the vacancy rate in the condominium?</p>
<p>How &#8216;s the property management and maintenance?<br />
How long ago was the community developed?<br />
What is the average age of the people in the area?<br />
Are there families with small children in the area?<br />
What is the proximity to schools?<br />
Are there community events or organizations?</p>
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<p><strong>3. Walk around in the neighborhood</strong>.  The best way to determine the cleanliness and friendliness of the neighborhood is to walk around in it and meet its residents. In the condominium, try to talk to the front lobby receptionist.  Observe how guards and personnel treat residents.  Determine the friendliness of the tenants by observing those who walk thru the lobby.   </p>
<p>I personally like the following neighborhoods:  <a href="http://www.architerra.org/Alabang_Villages/page_1810565.html">Ayala Alabang Village</a>, <a title="Bonifacio Global City homepage" href="http://www.bonifacioglobalcity.ph" target="_blank">Bonifacio Global City</a>, and <a title="About Southbay Gardens" href="http://www.architerra.org/Paranaque_Villages/page_2193280.html" target="_blank">Southbay Gardens </a>in Paranaque.  Do you know of a great condominium or village neighborhood you&#8217;d like to recommend? Let us know if you want us to feature it here on <a title="Go to Residences Manila" href="http://www.residencesmanila.com" target="_blank">Residences Manila.</a></p>

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