Philippine Property Market: PropertyGuru Awards Spotlight Shifting Growth Hubs
The 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards reveal developers expanding beyond traditional strongholds
Written by PropVela Editorial TeamPublished 1 min read
This roundup looks at two Inquirer.net Business features examining the 14th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards and what its winners reveal about the direction of the local housing market.
The new routes of Philippine property
Winners spanning 46 categories were named at the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards gala held in Manila on August 20, 2026. The coverage points to a broadening geographic footprint among honored developers, with projects located as far apart as Cebu, Davao, Batangas, Tarlac, and Quezon City, and business models ranging from large national housebuilders to regionally focused specialists. Cebu Landmasters drew particular attention for reversing its usual pattern, moving beyond its established Visayas and Mindanao base to expand into Pasig and Cavite. According to Inquirer.net Business, this shift signals developers are increasingly following opportunity beyond their home turf.
Beyond square metres: The new measure of a Filipino home
A companion piece published on the morning of September 19, 2026 explores how this year's award winners compete less on size and more on livability, covering everything from affordable starter homes to beachfront towers and branded condotels. It draws a contrast between an affordable Cavite condominium and a sail-shaped beachfront tower in Batangas to underscore the market's range. The winning projects also span suburban Luzon communities, high-rise living in Cebu and Davao, a nature-oriented estate in Quezon City, and a branded condotel on Samal Island. As detailed by Inquirer.net Business, the awards suggest buyers are increasingly weighing how a home fits daily life over pure square footage.