Avida Land Corporations newest residential project in Makati City is Avida Towers San Lorenzo. Full information will be released by the end of the month after Avida secures its license to sell the project.

Location will be right between WalterMart and Cityland Pasong Tamo in Chino Roces Avenue (formerly Pasong Tamo). It's across Don Bosco, 1 jeepney ride away from Ayala Center and accessible to MRT Magallanes Station.

It will be composed of two towers oriented to create a V-shape. I am not sure if they will be presold at the same time. I believe they won't be. The first, and taller tower will have 30 levels. Tower One will be composed of 605 residential units at 22 units per floor (not too dense imo).

Studio, One-bedroom and two-bedroom units will be available.

If you want further info, please do send me a pm. :) Preselling has not started yet, but letters on intent will be accepted.

^^Saw the site last week when they were installing the tarp. I was able to pass by the area today but I wasnt able to take pics of the site. I think today, September 6, was their brokers' day. :)

this will be called Avida Towers Makati East ata. will check.

could be. but for now, that's the name.

the fenced lot will be the future site for this project:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3076/2834789679_b92ea419ac.jpg

Hey, a new project! It's not even in the homepage of ayaland.

:D that's SSC. you get it first...here. i already have the price and unit details if you are interested. :)

:D that's SSC. you get it first...here. i already have the price and unit details if you are interested. :)

Any ballpark figure on price per sqm?
Also target RFO date?

Thanks!

could you give us a sample 1 bdrm and studio calculation?
thanks.

:D that's SSC. you get it first...here. i already have the price and unit details if you are interested. :)

Hey Ph Man can u pm me please? Thanks :)

PH man, please PM me the price and floor plan of one-bedroom and two bedroom unit. Thanks

Hello guys, I sent you all through PM the info I got including the unit areas and approx prices.

Hi PH Man - can you email me square footage and prices for 1 and 2 bedroom units in this development? I am in the market for a 1 or 2 bedroom unit in Makati.

Hello guys, I sent you all through PM the info I got including the unit areas and approx prices.

this will be called Avida Towers Makati East ata. will check.


It will be called Avida Towers San Lorenzo nga.

Some info:
-will be launched when they secure license to sell
-two towers connected by a podium
-looks like avida towers makai west and the columns legaspi village
-it has different layouts esp. for 1 BR units
-land area 8,070 sqm.
-compared to makati west this has an outdoor gym
-3 elevators
-30 storey (28 residential floors)
-it has commercial spaces
-turnover of tower 1 around 2012
-joint venture with MGPI
-22 units per floor (2 2BR, 12 1BR, and 8 Studio)
-around P80,000 per sqm (subject to change)
-LOI's will be accepted next week

Thank you Taipan Sky for those info.

Hi PH Man - can you email me square footage and prices for 1 and 2 bedroom units in this development? I am in the market for a 1 or 2 bedroom unit in Makati.

Hi Luenguz, I sent you a pm.

One of the very concerns of unit owners is the property management of a condominium. So I heard that there's only one property manager of all Ayala properties - Ayala Tower 1, Glorietta, Greenbelt, etc. And that will be the same property manager for Avida projects. It's also the same property manager of NAIA T3.

pictures naman ng layout and render.

my dear young jedi, baka sa end ng sept pa ang flyers available. :) after the license to sell is secured.

the layout is nice. it's not too dense. the 1BR and 2BR units are at the corners of the tower. there are several configurations depending on what unit you will be choosing. but I love the Z-config.

i was wondering why there are no basement parking. then i realized, since the area gets flooded during rainy days, ( i mean during heavy downpour), it's not practical to put a basement parking, which may get flooded anyway. by the way, almost the whole stretch of pasong tamo gets flooded. worst is that part nearest to washington.

i was chatting with the taxi cab this afternoon. he was talking about how terrible the flood was yesterday. even the places not before flooded are now getting a dose of this perennial problem. looks like drainage systems are getting clogged around the outskirts of makati. since pasong tamo is included in the rezoning plan of Makati City, then something should be done to address the flooding problem. the good thing about Trevi and Avida Towers will be the presence of separate access from the road behind...which is parallel to both pasong tamo and SLEX.

Thanks for the pm and info, Ph Man

Flooding is also one of my main concerns about the area. Since I can remember, Pasong Tamo has always been a flood zone everytime there is a heavy downpour. Is this Avida project nearby San Lazaro's Place (Empire East)?

Do you know how much the estimate monthly dues will be?

Thanks, again.

Thank you Taipan Sky for those info.



Hi Luenguz, I sent you a pm.

One of the very concerns of unit owners is the property management of a condominium. So I heard that there's only one property manager of all Ayala properties - Ayala Tower 1, Glorietta, Greenbelt, etc. And that will be the same property manager for Avida projects. It's also the same property manager of NAIA T3.

Forgot the date, but it's taken last month or early this month yata.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2008/138_1593x.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b210/ofngol/2008/138_1594x.jpg

Thanks for the pm and info, Ph Man

Flooding is also one of my main concerns about the area. Since I can remember, Pasong Tamo has always been a flood zone everytime there is a heavy downpour. Is this Avida project nearby San Lazaro's Place (Empire East)?

Do you know how much the estimate monthly dues will be?

Thanks, again.

Hello there, Unfortunately, I do not know the association dues yet. It should be same as Avida Towers Makati West, but lower than that of Columns. It's right beside WalterMart. San Lorenzo Place of Empire East is few hundreds of meters away. That project - San Lorenzo Place has the most strategic location of them all - right beside MRT. But branding and quality of delivery should also be considered when choosing where to invest. :)

ph man, pa-pm din ako pls... curious lang... :)

j.r., i did send you a pm.

received it. thx! very interesting... i agree, better location than west...:)

Hi PH_man can you also send me a PM re price and units?

I might be interested in a studio unit. :)

hello pokwang. i send you a pm last week. did you not get it? :) anyway, i sent you some info again.

Ph Man, are you a seller?

yes, i am for Avida. doing it in part time. but not yet officially :) why did you ask?

yes, i am for Avida. doing it in part time. but not yet officially :) why did you ask?

Great move! Finally, your turning your hobby into a rewarding endeavor. I think you'll do well. Good luck!

Great move! Finally, your turning your hobby into a rewarding endeavor. I think you'll do well. Good luck!

thank you. :) i did this because i am also planning to get a unit from this project.

di ba bahain din dito...

yes, i am for Avida. doing it in part time. but not yet officially :) why did you ask?

i was just wondering why you also have those info already. seller ka din pala. i'm also a seller, i'm from ALISI. i handle all ayala SBU's avida, alveo, and alp.

goodluck!

^^ oo, mayaman na yan si taipan sky.. hehe...

yes, i am for Avida. doing it in part time. but not yet officially :) why did you ask?

^^ anyhow, OMG francis! avida ka na pala... wow, one new contact.. get a unit na here, maganda ito..

^^^ may ganon talaga JP?hehehe! oops OT!

^^ oo, mayaman na yan si taipan sky.. hehe...



^^ anyhow, OMG francis! avida ka na pala... wow, one new contact.. get a unit na here, maganda ito..

haha, not exactly JP. i'm planning to buy a unit there. so i also would like to do part time sales. bakit merong OMG? :)

^^ OT: wala lang.. akala ko tinotoo mo na yung career change mo.. anyhow.. get a unit here na! while prices are low..

wala pa bang pics to? masyadong daanan to ng mga jeep as compared to makati west mas serene private and classy ung lugar nun... as for the outdoor gym... that's a big plus of course sana nga meron din nun sa makati west marami naman spaces pa katabi to expand unlike dito. btw bro could you provide me other infos for this project would really appreciate it.

i sent you a pm @ turningpoint.

vehicle traffic will be higher in this Avida than with the other Avida. one advantage of Avida San Lorenzo will be its proximity to the commercial centers of Makati.

by the way, the sales office is almost done now. i guess the lawn around it will be landscaped also. the lot will be sizeable. i hope the density of occupants will not be too high. i heard that retail shops will be constructed, separate from the main building. i like it that way. privacy will be preserved. unlike for most mixed-use towers where commercial and residential tenants/occupants use the same elevators.

^^ OT: wala lang.. akala ko tinotoo mo na yung career change mo.. anyhow.. get a unit here na! while prices are low..

Hindi ko maiwanan ang technical job ko JP. :)

Yes, I agree that vehicular traffic will be more here compared to the other site. Also, if I'm not mistaken this area is more prone to baha...

Although proximity wise it is very near commercial establishments, plus factor if they do build inside the compound as well. I hope pricing is not too expensive for this new project.

Hi Ph Man,
can u send me info on studio and 1-br unit. i'm very interested on this project...thanks!

over this project, i actually prefer the location of Empire East's San Lorenzo Place. it's right beside the MRT so that's a big plus for me. if Avida will be constructing Avida Towers there, that might be my first choice. :) so think think and think before deciding where to invest.

Hi Ph Man,
can u send me info on studio and 1-br unit. i'm very interested on this project...thanks!

hi there chester, i sent you a message. :)

this is an absolute flood zone!! hangang tuhod bumaha... no wonder this area is so unacttractive however close to the CBD

Hi! Do you already have a floor layout? Pwede pa send? Thanks.

Hi! Do you already have a floor layout? Pwede pa send? Thanks.

wag na pasend send pa. ipost na dito. eto oh

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg183/taipansky/2-2.jpg
http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg183/taipansky/1-2.jpg

also shows the rendering on the background of the floor layout. good job Taipan Sky! :okay:

^^ You're welcome. :)

Here's the rendering.

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg183/taipansky/1-3.jpg

I like the layout of the 2 bedroom units. How many square metres are they ?

2 BR is around 52 sq m, not too sizeable. and there will be only two 2BR units per floor. but combining adjacent units will be possible just like anywhere else.

^^ Ok, thx.

pricelist? payment scheme?.. pls?...

wait... is it me or does this look like rlc's sonata na umiba lang yung orientation ng buildings in relation to each other?

here's the approximate pricelist:

(8 units/flr) Studio (~22.5 sq m) - around Php1.8M
(12 units/flr) 1 BR (~35.17 - 36.63 sq m) - Php2.81 - 2.93M
(2 units/flr) 2 BR (~52 sq m) - Php4.16mM

not aware of the payment scheme yet, maybe Taipan Sky can help us. it must be the same as Avida Makati West.

here's the approximate pricelist:

(8 units/flr) Studio (~22.5 sq m) - around Php1.8M
(12 units/flr) 1 BR (~35.17 - 36.63 sq m) - Php2.81 - 2.93M
(2 units/flr) 2 BR (~52 sq m) - Php4.16mM

not aware of the payment scheme yet, maybe Taipan Sky can help us. it must be the same as Avida Makati West.

I already have the pricelist and payment terms but all are subject to changes. I will post it here once it's finalized. Probably that would be on October 3.

saw the site yesterday.. do they have access on both pasong tamo and ssh service road?

the site plan shows there'd be one access from behind and another from P. Tamo.

Avida to complete 1,248 units in 2008 (http://philstar.com/index.php?Real%20Estate&p=49&type=2&sec=37&aid=2008111336)

Friday, November 14, 2008
Source: Philstar.com (http://philstar.com/index.php?Real%20Estate&p=49&type=2&sec=37&aid=2008111336)

Avida, the affordable housing arm of property giant Ayala Land, announced that it will complete and deliver as scheduled to unit owners a total of 1,248 units or four residential towers in 2008 in its four locations in Metro Manila.

According to Dez Cruz, Avida head for residential buildings, the company is committed to meet buyers’ expectations and turnover units to them as promised. She added that OFWs comprise 40 percent of its market and that a growing number of Filipinos working in Europe and the Middle East have been purchasing units as investments for their retirement.

“We have assured them and the rest of our clients that we will complete and deliver the seven residential towers that we have sold on time and on schedule,” she disclosed.

In the first half of the year, Avida sold approximately 40 units a month despite price increases to cover for hikes in construction materials, according to Cruz. Overall, Avida sales in the Middle East has remained strong and in the first nine months ended higher than last year’s figure.

Currently, OFWs, junior executives and entrepreneurs have moved into two of its four locations. These are Avida Towers Sucat and Avida Towers New Manila. Avida expects to turnover the first building of Avida Towers San Lazaro by the first quarter of 2009. Meanwhile, construction of Avida Towers Makati West is proceeding as scheduled. It will be completed by the end of 2010.

Ryan Ybanez, Avida project development officer, relates that they have noticed greater interest in active communities. “When other prospective homeowners see what it really feels like to live in an Avida Towers residential project, interest in the development tends to heighten,” he says.

For more details, call 848-5200 or visit www.avidaland.com.

Turnover of San Lazaro is for next quarter but not yet for San Lorenzo. Matagal pa ito. :D

Avida to complete 1,248 units in 2008 (http://philstar.com/index.php?Real%20Estate&p=49&type=2&sec=37&aid=2008111336)

Friday, November 14, 2008
Source: Philstar.com (http://philstar.com/index.php?Real%20Estate&p=49&type=2&sec=37&aid=2008111336)

Avida, the affordable housing arm of property giant Ayala Land, announced that it will complete and deliver as scheduled to unit owners a total of 1,248 units or four residential towers in 2008 in its four locations in Metro Manila.

According to Dez Cruz, Avida head for residential buildings, the company is committed to meet buyers’ expectations and turnover units to them as promised. She added that OFWs comprise 40 percent of its market and that a growing number of Filipinos working in Europe and the Middle East have been purchasing units as investments for their retirement.

“We have assured them and the rest of our clients that we will complete and deliver the seven residential towers that we have sold on time and on schedule,” she disclosed.

In the first half of the year, Avida sold approximately 40 units a month despite price increases to cover for hikes in construction materials, according to Cruz. Overall, Avida sales in the Middle East has remained strong and in the first nine months ended higher than last year’s figure.

Currently, OFWs, junior executives and entrepreneurs have moved into two of its four locations. These are Avida Towers Sucat and Avida Towers New Manila. Avida expects to turnover the first building of Avida Towers San Lazaro by the first quarter of 2009. Meanwhile, construction of Avida Towers Makati West is proceeding as scheduled. It will be completed by the end of 2010.

Ryan Ybanez, Avida project development officer, relates that they have noticed greater interest in active communities. “When other prospective homeowners see what it really feels like to live in an Avida Towers residential project, interest in the development tends to heighten,” he says.

For more details, call 848-5200 or visit www.avidaland.com (http://www.avidaland.com).

that article needs corrections as it might create an impression that Makati West and San Lazaro will be turned over this year!

that article needs corrections as it might create an impression that Makati West and San Lazaro will be turned over this year!

oops nalito ka ata. avida san lorenzo and avida san lazaro are different projects. the year of turnover states at year 2009 and 2010 and not at this year.

nope, i'm referring to the first part of the article saying "Avida, the affordable housing arm of property giant Ayala Land, announced that it will complete and deliver as scheduled to unit owners a total of 1,248 units or four residential towers in 2008 in its four locations in Metro Manila."

sounds like units from four of these locations will be turn over this year. or is it just me? :lol:

napadaan ako kanina sa site:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3045/3033992999_417e9b9d0c_b.jpg

at may nakita akong flyer sa daan
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3180/3033989857_625fc7ae66.jpg

nope, i'm referring to the first part of the article saying "Avida, the affordable housing arm of property giant Ayala Land, announced that it will complete and deliver as scheduled to unit owners a total of 1,248 units or four residential towers in 2008 in its four locations in Metro Manila."

sounds like units from four of these locations will be turn over this year. or is it just me? :lol:


oo nga ako yata yung nalito.hehehe!

I LOVE Alphaland!
Their projects turn out great!

I LOVE Alphaland!
Their projects turn out great!

Err... I guess you meant Ayala/Avida Land? :)

^^ Sorry, yes. :D

http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?ArticleId=423109&publicationSubCategoryId=76

Gen Y-ers are new condo owners
Philippine Star
December 12, 2008

Young employees between 25 to 40 and working in central business districts of Metro Manila have emerged as the new market of residential condominium dwellers, note officers of Avida Towers, the in-city residential condominium projects being developed by Ayala Land’s affordable housing subsidiary.

Known as Generation Y, individuals born from the late ’60s until the early ’80s are now experiencing growing purchasing power which permits them to start investing in their own homes — much earlier than did their parents.

Many of them are employed by the Outsourcing and Offshoring industry which is known to pay high wages.

According to Dez Cruz, Avida head for residential buildings, they are generally very focused on their careers and into social relationships, which define their current lifestyle.

A market study by Avida further reveals these young urbanites appreciate the central locations of the firm’s four condominium development sites since these allow them to have more time for their demanding jobs and personal passions. They are always on-the-go and constantly busy with a wide range of activities, the study further revealed. Avida Towers currently has four locations: Sucat, New Manila, Makati and San Lazaro in Manila.

“The busyness that characterizes their daily lives affirms their independent lifestyle. But various factors stand in the way of their maximizing their independence,” Cruz cited the study.

These include long commutes from home to office and work hours that most often go beyond the traditional 8-to-5 schedule. While most of them want to own their condo units and live independently from their parents whether or not they are married, the cost of a quality unit in good locations often hinders their plans.

Avida Towers offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, loft, penthouse and garden units in most locations. “These young urbanites tell us that living in a central location gives them better control of their lives,” reported Cruz.

Excited na akong tumira dito! ANg hirap ng commute eh!

Finding the right Avida for homebuyer (http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2008/dec/28/yehey/property/20081228prop3.html)
Manila Times (http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2008/dec/28/yehey/property/20081228prop3.html)


Whether it was city-condo style living, serene suburbia or a green community they were looking for, families found their perfect match at the recent Avida Home Fair.

Guests experienced dining at an exclusive condo property, enjoyed nature in Nuvali and lounged at the porch of their homes as Avida showcased three different properties that catered to their different lifestyles.

If you live and breathe the city life, then Avida Towers is the perfect place for you. This affordable urban nest offers all the conveniences of modern living combined with community amenities for that much needed R&R. And with first-rate property management provided by the Ayala Property Management Corp. (APMC), the upkeep of your property and the reliability of services will be sure and secure for years to come. Take your choice of Avida Towers in San Lazaro, Makati West, Sucat or New Manila and make these cities your neighborhood.

For families seeking the country experience, Avida Settings Cavite is inspired by residences in seaside communities like Cape Cod and Nantucket in the Eastern. Enjoy a slice of the colonial country life in country homes with gingerbread trim, green lawns and picket fences. Form close-knit friendships with your neighbors as you have a quick coffee on the porch and bond with your family with a picnic at the pocket gardens.

Combining environmental sustainability with economic productivity, Avida Settings Nuvali is a green and intelligent development nestled within the within the 1,600- hectare development envisioned to be the country’s next modern metropolis. Inspired by the concept of Evoliving (defined as the seamless weaving of life, nature and technology), Avida Settings Nuvali offers unique, earth-friendly features and amenities. Practice greener living in homes that are not only models of modern design but of sustainability, seen in the use of double piping systems to use recycled water and energy efficient fixtures and appliances.

Avida Settings Nuvali also features the innovative Green Ribbon, a neighborhood pattern that gives your family instant access to a green space or garden through your own backyard.

To learn more about Avida and its properties and find the right fit for your lifestyle— call 02 8485200 or visit www.avidaland.com.

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Sunday, January 11, 2009


Gen Y-ers are the new breed of residential condo owners (http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2009/jan/11/yehey/property/20090111prop2.html)
Manila Times (http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2009/jan/11/yehey/property/20090111prop2.html)

Young employees between 25 to 40 and working in central business districts of Metro Manila have emerged as the new market of residential condominium dwellers, note officers of Avida Towers, the in-city residential condominium projects being developed by Ayala Land’s affordable housing subsidiary.

Known as Generation Y, individuals born from the late ’60s until the early ’80s are now experiencing growing purchasing power which permits them to start investing in their own homes—much earlier than did their parents. Many of them are employed by the Outsourcing and Offshoring industry which is known to pay high wages.

According to Dez Cruz, Avida head for residential buildings, they are generally very focused on their careers and into social relationships, which define their current lifestyle.

A market study by Avida further reveals these young urbanites appreciate the central locations of the firm’s four condominium development sites since these allow them to have more time for their demanding jobs and personal passions. They are always on-the-go and constantly busy with a wide range of activities, the study further revealed. Avida Towers currently has four locations: Sucat, New Manila, Makati and San Lazaro in Manila.

“The busyness that characterizes their daily lives affirms their independent lifestyle. But various factors stand in the way of their maximizing their independence,” Cruz cited the study.

These include long commutes from home to office and work hours that most often go beyond the traditional 8-to-5 schedule. While most of them want to own their condo units and live independently from their parents whether or not they are married, the cost of a quality unit in good locations often hinders their plans. Homes on the market that offer the quality they seek are usually beyond their reach. Many units within their budgets, on the other hand, are not up to their standards.

Avida’s projects have filled the gap for these new breed of homeowners whose careers and social relationships dominate their priorities, noted Cruz. Unlike previous generations, malling is also very much a part of their lifestyle. So they go for centrally located developments. Avida Towers Sucat and San Lazaro projects are a few meters away from malls while its Makati and New Manila developments are a short ride away from major shopping centers.

“Getting ahead at work and enjoying the company of friends are their top priorities in life. They are busy with so many places to go and people to see. They are unwilling to compromise on their busy lifestyles,” Cruz added.

Avida Towers offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, loft, penthouse and garden units in most locations. “These young urbanites tell us that living in a central location gives them better control of their lives,” reported Cruz.

For more information about Avida, call 848-5200 or visit www.avidaland.com.

cancelled project?

^^ There's a crane up already. I highly doubt I want to call it a cancelled project.

^^ There's a crane up already. I highly doubt I want to call it a cancelled project.

^^ That's good news then.

it's only 5 months since it was launched. it's quite unlikely that construction will commence right away.

by the way, the crane Sky Harbor referred to might be for Avida Towers Makati West. there's no construction yet for San Lorenzo.

^what do you mean by launched?

it will be launched this month. last december, it was supposed to be launched but the management decided to move it this year. hence, those who have given us LOI's and checks last year needed to wait for this month's launch.

i happen to passby awhile ago. i think the showroom is almost ready.

oh, so it was moved to this year. i didn't know that. i've seen flyers everywhere so i assumed this project was launched already.

why isnt this project listed on the list of project by avida in ayalaland's official website?

oh, so it was moved to this year. i didn't know that. i've seen flyers everywhere so i assumed this project was launched already.

remember we already have the sales materials and we posted the rendering, etc.? pero hindi siya natuloy last december e.

don't worry guys. malapit na ang launching. :)

it's only 5 months since it was launched. it's quite unlikely that construction will commence right away.

by the way, the crane Sky Harbor referred to might be for Avida Towers Makati West. there's no construction yet for San Lorenzo.

I misread the thread title. Whoops! :D

I did stop by the San Lorenzo site last week on my way to Waltermart, and all I can say is that there's only a showroom to speak of. Although the other projects on Pasong Tamo are going off quite well. (N.B.: They're still giving out those fliers though)

is anyone allowed to hand out flyers for a project that is yet to be launched?

is anyone allowed to hand out flyers for a project that is yet to be launched?

yup! may license to sell na kasi.

i see. thanks for the clarification taipan. is the showroom open all 7 days of the week?

i see. thanks for the clarification taipan. is the showroom open all 7 days of the week?

i'll check ha.

i think hindi pa ata siya open. isasabay siguro sa launching.

pero so far all ayala showrooms open naman until sunday.

thanks taipan sky. i happen to pass by pasong tamo every working day of the week, and even weekends. there seem to be noone manning the showroom. maybe its opening to the public was also deferred.

oo nga PH MAN. ni hindi ko man lang madescribe sayo kung ano itsura nung showroom. absent kasi ako nung may walk thru kami sa international sales.hahaha!

hi could you pm me the price of the units here pls

Avida Land launches condo in Makati as it looks to attract yuppies, OFWs
Cheryl M. Arcibal, GMANews.TV
(http://www.gmanews.tv/story/160760/Avida-Land-launches-condo-in-Makati-as-it-looks-to-attract-yuppies-OFWs)05/11/2009 | 03:42 PM

MANILA, Philippines - It wasn’t exactly the most auspicious project launch for Avida Land Corp.

After all, the Ayala Land Inc. (ALI) subsidiary experienced its most number of cancellations and defaults in the last quarter of 2008, company officials disclosed.

This explains why it was forced to postpone its launch of Avida Towers San Lorenzo set for October last year.

But on May 11, the company decided that the launch’s postponement was one too many.

During that Monday, Avida Land unveiled its second high-rise project in Makati City, betting that overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and young urban professionals will bolster demand for the project.

Avida Land is banking on the “resilience" of end-users, “who will still have to buy property even if there's a downturn given that they have the money," Christopher Maglanoc, Avida Land vice president and head of Project and Strategic Management Group.

Moreover, overseas Filipinos, which comprise a significant portion of the company’s buyers, are looking for projects which are affordable, another executive said.

“OFWs are mostly looking for affordable condos rather on houses and lots because of security concerns," said Rex Mendoza, Ayala Land senior vice president for corporate sales and marketing.

Called Avida Towers San Lorenzo along Pasong Tamo extension, the condominium boasts of 1,132 units in two towers.

Units cost anywhere from P1.8 million to P4.5 million, the company said.

The first tower’s construction, which has 30 floors, will begin in the third quarter of this year. It will be turned over to its owners starting 2013.

The project is a joint venture with Makati Greenbelt Palms Land Inc., owned by Chinese nationals.

The 8,070 square meter property, where the project is situated, was contributed by MGPLI.

Avida Land officials refused to divulge details about the partnership but said MGPLI will get the “equivalent units" for their property.

Since 2003, Avida Land has launched 16 towers, of which 12 are already sold out.

Another project in the offing is a subdivision in Cavite.

“The condo market is not as strong as it was in 2007 but there have been some improvements," Maglanoc said.

“For the first quarter, we have better management of our receivables. In the first quarter, we are seeing some bottoming out following the fourth quarter's worst cancellation rate," he added.
- GMANews.TV

images taken from from the avida (http://www.avidaland.com/properties.php?id=1864&Avida_Towers_San_Lorenzo) website:

exterior:
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site plan:
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vicinity map:
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podium:
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pool deck:
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pool:
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parking:
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can anyone send me pricelist for this one?

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Avida Towers San Lorenzo's new breed of homeowners (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=478836&publicationSubCategoryId=76)
Updated June 19, 2009 12:00 AM
Philstar.com (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=478836&publicationSubCategoryId=76)

Avida Towers San Lorenzo will be a haven for Gen Y-ers who want to live in the most vibrant and dynamic community in the country.

MANILA, Philippines - Designed for a new generation of young urbanites who want the most out of their jobs, social relations and life in general, units at Avida Towers San Lorenzo were built to last a lifetime. Drawing from its Ayala Land heritage, Avida has planned the features of this two-tower residential project with 1,132 units so that it will remain a valuable real estate investment for this growing breed of real estate clients.

According to Dez Cruz, head of residential buildings of Avida, Avida Towers San Lorenzo is a haven for Gen Y-ers or young executives and professionals in their 20s and 30s who want to live in the most vibrant and dynamic community in the country. For these confident and tech-savvy individuals, purchasing a unit in this project along Pasong Tamo Extension will mean being just “a dash away from the corporate headquarters of most of the Philippines’ top corporations, major business establishments and support services.”

After hours, Avida Towers San Lorenzo’s superior location will allow these individuals who work hard and play hard to freely enjoy the leisure options available at the Greenbelt and Glorietta malls without the hassle of a long commute home.

Designed for a new breed of homeowners (http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2009/july/05/yehey/property/20090705prop1.html)
Manila Times (http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2009/july/05/yehey/property/20090705prop1.html)

Designed for a new generation of young urbanites who want the most out of their jobs, social relations and life in general, units at Avida Towers San Lorenzo were built to last a lifetime. Drawing from its Ayala Land heritage, Avida has planned the features of this two-tower residential project with 1,132 units so that it will remain a valuable real-estate investment for this growing breed of real-estate clients.

According to Dez Cruz, head of residential buildings of Avida, Avida Towers San Lorenzo is a haven for Gen Y-ers or young executives and professionals in their 20s and 30s who want to live in the most vibrant and dynamic community in the country. For these confident and tech-savvy individuals, purchasing a unit in this project along Pasong Tamo Extension will mean being just “a dash away from the corporate headquarters of most of the Philippines’ top corporations, major business establishments and support services.”

After hours, Avida Towers San Lorenzo’s superior location will allow these individuals who work hard and play hard to freely enjoy the leisure options available at the Greenbelt and Glorietta malls without the hassle of a long commute home.

With only 21 units per floor, a home at this Avida development will mean fewer disturbances for the homeowner and more time for rest. “Large windows also assure the availability of natural light and good ventilation, the pre-requisites for a healthy lifestyle and heightened sense of wellbeing,” according to Cruz.

A range of amenities for entertainment and recreation are an integral part of the Avida Towers San Lorenzo lifestyle. Three floors above busy Pasong Tamo Extension, the podium level offers over 5,000 square meters of privacy and security. Its centerpieces include a social hall where unit owners can host events for as many as 200 guests and a swimming pool. The podium also integrates an outdoor gym with modern equipment for aerobic and anaerobic exercise. The gym’s out-of-the-box location amidst the podium’s lush landscaping means fitness activities can take place in a more natural setting. Says Cruz: “The podium level serves as the Avida Towers San Lorenzo unit owners’ multi-tasking backyard.”

Avida has tapped Ayala Properties Management Corp. to set up and run the maintenance, administrative and security systems of Avida Towers San Lorenzo to ensure hassle-free living. With over four decades of property management experience, APMC assures homeowners that they are free to lock up and go at a moment’s notice, and feel at peace about the security of their home. APMC also discloses that Avida Towers San Lorenzo association dues or fees to maintain the amenities of the project and common areas will be among the most reasonable in their neighborhood.

Avida executives assure young urbanites who value getting ahead at work, enjoying the company of friends, and living in the midst of it all, that Avida Towers San Lorenzo will answer their many needs. ”Here, they can move the world at their own pace and with their own choices,” notes Cruz.

images taken from from the avida (http://www.avidaland.com/properties.php?id=1864&Avida_Towers_San_Lorenzo) website:

exterior:
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site plan:
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vicinity map:
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podium:
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pool deck:
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pool:
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parking:
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nice plans, this will be worth buying...

any latest news on this project?

Thanks for the pm and info, Ph Man

Flooding is also one of my main concerns about the area. Since I can remember, Pasong Tamo has always been a flood zone everytime there is a heavy downpour. Is this Avida project nearby San Lazaro's Place (Empire East)?

Flood is present here even if it rained for just an hour (ankle deep). I know because my clinic is located in Cityland Pasong Tamo. :ohno: The flood will subside after one hour as well. Location is great though. :)

Latest update: Digging is already underway, since few days ago. Just like any other development along Pasong Tamo, there'll be basement levels for the towers.

yesssss!
atlast an update to this project.

Thanks!

Avida offers promo deals (http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/233227/avida-offers-promo-deals)
December 9, 2009, 4:48pm
Manila Bulletin (http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/233227/avida-offers-promo-deals)

In addition to a choice of five residential condominium communities in Metro Manila alone and a range of residential subdivisions in six provinces, Avida, the affordable housing arm of Ayala Land, recently launched a promotion offering discounts to buyers.

According to Tess Tatco, Avida marketing manager, “We want our buyers to enjoy the opportunities made available by our ‘Be ahead, Avida na’ promo while they last.”

Buyers who make reservations for a unit can get as much as P35,000 cash savings. Moreover, all Avida buyers up to Dec. 25 have the chance to win a Manila-Sydney-Manila trip for three including a two-night stay and US$1,000 pocket money as first prize. The second prize is a Manila-Hong Kong-Manila trip for two inclusive of accommodation for two nights.

Tatco explained that middle-class families usually think long-term when they purchase a home. “They prepare for it and are not spooked by downturns,” she said.

Despite the economic slowdown of the past year, for instance, Avida reported steady sales from January onwards.

The Avida promotion, she explained, is also a way to give back to buyers who have supported the Avida brand. Meanwhile, balikbayans who reserve units are entitled to additional gift cheques from Ayala Malls and still another set of Ayala Malls gift cheques upon signing a contract to purchase a unit. They simply need to present their passports.

Avida expects its five residential condominium units in Metro Manila to continue enjoying good sales for the rest of the year.

The newest of the projects is Avida Towers San Lorenzo in Makati which is a short walk away from the Makati Business District. Among its house and lots, it reported great buyer interest in Avida Settings Nuvali, the first community to rise in Nuvali, an eco-community envisioned to be a regional growth center by Ayala Land and its subsidiaries.

Tatco said Avida has products ranging from P1 million to P3.5 million. In addition to widening its products lines, it has also expanded its geographical reach.

Avida has a community in Luzon as far north as Cabanatuan and as far south as Quezon province and Naga City.

Please be advised that we are extending the December Special Promo for Avida Towers San Lorenzo

January 16-18, 2010 only

Coverage
All units except parking for ATSLo
For Bank Financing and In-House Financing

Payment Term
10% Downpayment, spread to 19 months, no discount
10% Downpayment, spot, with discount


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Take up seems slow with the recent promotion and its extension. Any update on the digging? This thread is just too quiet.

^^can u not post the update here? :)

^^can u not post the update here? :)

Oo nga naman po...Can you please post the update here.
I've been viewing this thread for the past weeks and months.

Update on this project is really slow.

Sana may makapag post ng pic on digging site.

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For quote, sample computation, and site visit; kindly send an email to: avidatowerssanlorenzo@gmail.com

Avida Towers San Lorenzo


Currenly underconstruction - Tower 1
For quote, sample computation, and site visit; kindly send an email to: avidatowerssanlorenzo@gmail.com


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Baka naman po may willing na magshare ng pics regarding construction ng project.
I want to see lang the status of my investment. I am working here in abroad.

Maraming salamat po

yeah, please do post some pics, im also interested to see it. thanks a lot.:)

Mukhang ok ang units density dito ah, i think kasya sila sa pool. I mean unlike in other communities, marumi na tubig because theres a lot of people swimming. No Kidding!

Check out http://infotechapps.com/SiteBuilder/mainApp.action?num=139

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wala po bang update sa project na to? parang maganda and interested ako kumuha ng unit dito. =)

^^Turnover schedule is on 1st quarter of 2013. 1br and 2br units left. DP for 1 br is 20k/month for 3 years, for 2br is 29k/month. Balance bank financing.

Tower 2 been launched???

How come there are only 131 parking slots for the 650 condo units?

How much is a 1 bedroom w balcony unit here at upper floor costs? Payment terms?

1br with balcony on the higher floors is about 3.5m. 20% DP is 36 months at 20k/month, 80% balance bankfin.

1br with balcony on the higher floors is about 3.5m. 20% DP is 36 months at 20k/month, 80% balance bankfin.

Is this facing Makati? or SLEX?

Just bought one at the 28th floor :)

update lang sa mga future neighbors, dumaan kami dito last sunday, nasa 30th floor na yung construction ng tower 1. hindi ko nga lang nakunan ng picture.

Saw this inquiry from other Avida project forum....can anyone clear this up...

"Do Avida condo developments especially here in Metro Manila stand/will stand on leased lots only (good for 50 years) and therefore you can't have absolute/perpetual ownership when you buy a unit?"

pag ganun ibig sabihin ba after 50yrs wala na tayong right sa property natin since leased lots lang daw??? :uh:

Saw this inquiry from other Avida project forum....can anyone clear this up...

"Do Avida condo developments especially here in Metro Manila stand/will stand on leased lots only (good for 50 years) and therefore you can't have absolute/perpetual ownership when you buy a unit?"

pag ganun ibig sabihin ba after 50yrs wala na tayong right sa property natin since leased lots lang daw??? :uh:

Hmm I doubt this. What if the development is a multi-tower community? What if the gap between the first and last tower is 10 years? Does it mean those who got the last tower only have about 40 years to enjoy their unit? yeah this mater needs to be cleared out.

^^ can anyone clear this up? I believe investors would want to know if the units they purchased/will be purchasing will only last until the leased agreement or the lifetime of the structure.

what happens after the structure becomes condemned, demolished and replaced with another project? is this where our investment ends or do we have some sort of ownership with the land as homeowners?

It's the condominium corporation that has 50 years lifespan. After which, it has to be renewed. The unit owners are the shareholder of the corporation thus, decisions are made through voting. The building stays as long as it is safe to live. The corporation can decide whether they want a new condo to be build on the same lot or just sell the lot. The proceeds then will be proportionately shared by the unit owners.

Buying a condo unit is only for those who wants to invest for future return or for those who wants convenience and comfort. I'm just tired of travelling 4 hours a day to get to office/home. I'd rather spend this time playing with my kids and helping them in their homeworks and having breakfast and dinner with them everyday.

FYI lang, pre-selling na daw tower 2

When will be the expected date of turn over of tower 1?

according to my agent, 1Q of 2013.

^^ yes tower 2 is now accepting LOI's.

June 15 launch for Tower 2.

Same date of price increase for Tower 1.

Will Tower 2 have the same floor plans and layout of Tower 1?

Does anybody have an idea how much would be the real property tax in this area?

A very impressive render of the towers.
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can anyone pm me the price of 2br and details, by the what are agrden units? are they 2br with garden ?

2BR garden units would be around 5 Million depends on the payment terms. Parking cost 750k.

Garden units are located at the amenities area (2nd from ground level). You will be having gardens right in front of the balcony.

Here are the rendition:
Garden units
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2BR layout
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how much preselling studio?

Here are some estimates including VAT and other charges.
Studio - 2M (22 sqm)
1BR - 3M (36 sqm)
2BR - 4.9M (52.55 sqm)
Parking 750k

Additional ~150k for balcony units.
Additional ~100k for premium units (Manila Bay and MCBD views)

A very impressive render of the towers.
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ang ingay siguro sa railway side

hindi naman ganon kaingay. bumubusina naman ang tren pag approaching na sa railroad crossing or station. anyway, ang maganda sa location ay katabi ng waltermart, tapat ng don bosco, malapit sa glorietta, katabi ng SLEX, malapit sa EDSA. In short, very accessible. Problema lang talaga ang baha sa Pasong Tamo.

hindi naman ganon kaingay. bumubusina naman ang tren pag approaching na sa railroad crossing or station. anyway, ang maganda sa location ay katabi ng waltermart, tapat ng don bosco, malapit sa glorietta, katabi ng SLEX, malapit sa EDSA. In short, very accessible. Problema lang talaga ang baha sa Pasong Tamo.

baha rin sa SLEX

Gaano katagal nawawala ang baha sa area? And normally hanggang tuhod ba ang baha or mas mataas pa.

Gaano katagal nawawala ang baha sa area? And normally hanggang tuhod ba ang baha or mas mataas pa.

I think mga 3-4 hours. Hindi ko lang alam kung gano kalalim pero not passable na sa mga sasakyan.

I think mga 3-4 hours. Hindi ko lang alam kung gano kalalim pero not passable na sa mga sasakyan.

3-4 hours?! Waaah ang tagal naman.. Sana maayos na ang area na yan.. before turnover date of tower 1!! Asa pa me. ?

I have just gotten a unit here and, as with everyone else probably, I am concerned sa baha dito.

I am hoping that something can really be done about this problem. Yung unit ko would be turned over 2015 pa (Tower 2) so hopefully may fixes ang local government in this area.

What's really interesting is that I've looked at some flood information sources and this area should not really be prone to flooding (see link below):

http://www.nababaha.com/flood/metro_manila/metro_manila.html

The information above is based on simulation with an Ondoy-type rainfall and it's based sa topography of the area.

This really leads me to believe na ang problema sa area na to is not because it is low-lying but because of poor drainage system - something that is fixable.

hi, if you need the details and updated pricelist. PM me. thank you

Passed by Avida san Lorenzo yesterday morning, sad to say, baha sa kalsada, sa harap nya, mga 2-4 inches lang nman. Pati sa Don Bosco side ganun din, pero sa gitna ng kalsada hindi baha.

that means the drainage may have been improved already! Thats good news for people living there. 2 to 4 inches of floodwater on a heavy rainy day where lots of areas were experiencing knee-deep or even waist deep water is a good sign for this place.

that means the drainage may have been improved already! Thats good news for people living there. 2 to 4 inches of floodwater on a heavy rainy day where lots of areas were experiencing knee-deep or even waist deep water is a good sign for this place.

That might not have been a true indication of drainage improvement in the area. Even along Dela Rosa, there haven't been much flooding. The typhoon was more on super-strong wind and not heavy rain; had the typhoon been an Ondoy-type, Don Bosco area would have turned into an ocean.

good thing ng iimprove na ang drainage dyn sa area..
pwede ko na ulit i follow up mga clients ko until now ng aantay sila ng good news sa area na yan before sila kumuha ng unit..

Carlo S.
09109748480

any pics

baka pwede maka request ng bagong pics kay Waldenstrom.

Can please provided us more photos.

Got a unit here at tower 2. Hope it's a good investment. I am basically banking on the Ayala brand and it's signature in maintaining its properties

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12/6/11

For Tower 1 construction updates/timeline/photos as of 10 December 2011, please follow the link http://www.infotechapps.com/SiteBuilder/mainApp?num=139

For Tower 1 construction updates/timeline/photos as of 10 December 2011, please follow the link http://www.infotechapps.com/SiteBuilder/mainApp?num=139

Lapit na matapos!!!
Any interior designers that you can share?

February 2012 na! A year to go... Any updates naman po..

I bought a 1 bedroom unit on the 24th floor facing amenities. I'm so excited to move in already. I drive by this area on my way to work everyday. I think they've already improved the drainage system since last year. I've seen drainage concrete pipes being installed before.

Anyone selling their two bedrooms on 1st or 2nd tower? Pls PM me how much. Thanks.

Also bought a 1 bedroom unit with balcony in tower 1 facing amenities. Hope to move in by January 2013 or at least first quarter of 2013. I'm also hoping that the drainage system would have improved by that time.

Are you guys having your tiles changed?
Sabi ng agent ko I can let them know if i want the tiles changed to another type. I just need to provide the tiles and they will install it for me.

If you're eventually planning of changing the tiles from the default one, mas maganda kung ipagawa mo na sa kanila kasi its a major work to have the tiles removed later on.

Also bought a 1 bedroom unit with balcony in tower 1 facing amenities. Hope to move in by January 2013 or at least first quarter of 2013. I'm also hoping that the drainage system would have improved by that time.

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Howdy neighbor! Same here, I asked my agent if it's possible to move in by January 2013. He said I could request for an early turnover. It's hard when you pass by the site everyday. You feel like the progress of the finishing is too slow. I always see workers but not a lot of them as one would want. :ohno: But then I'm sure Avida has a timetable it follows and I hope they keep up with their reputation of being ahead of time of their turnover commitment.

Are you guys having your tiles changed?
Sabi ng agent ko I can let them know if i want the tiles changed to another type. I just need to provide the tiles and they will install it for me.

If you're eventually planning of changing the tiles from the default one, mas maganda kung ipagawa mo na sa kanila kasi its a major work to have the tiles removed later on.

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Howdy! Thanks for the info. I'm keeping my tiles as is. However, I'm planning on converting the laundry area into a walk-in closet instead to make more space in the bedroom. Not sure yet though if the dimension of the bedroom will allow a sliding door into the walk in closet. Still have to ask my agent if they can customize this.

Aside form the tower itself, ano pa bang matatapos sa Q1 2013?
Are the facilities (swimming pool, retail shops, etc) be ready as well by that time?

E-mailed to me by Avida just now:

Pasong tamo, Makati – Avida Towers San Lorenzo
(Tower 1 T.O. by 2013)
(Tower 2 T.O. by 2015)
Available Units:
Studio 1.8-2.0M
1BR 3.2-3.8M
2BR 4.8-5.4M

So they're selling the 1-bedroom at P3.2M minimum already? Hmmmm...great for those who bought pre-selling, the value has appreciated already.:)

To Waldenstrom and SpringMan, if you could please update us on the latest construction updates.

Thank you in advance.

Outer finishing of Tower 1 is barely 30% complete. Not sure if they are on schedule. Really frustrating when you're driving by the site every morning.

Maybe they're doing finishing in the inside first. Hope to move in first quarter of 2013.

I heard they are constructing the amenities, for current photos and updates please follow this link http://www.infotechapps.com/SiteBuilder/mainApp?num=139

First coat of the tower is almost complete and they have covered the whole tower with a net. My broker told me the tower is on schedule for first quarter turnover next year. I have signed my contract to sell.

Yeyyy! Lapit na sya matapos! Counting a few months na lang!

Looking forward to move in first quarter of next year.

Hello neighbors! I'm at 28th floor :)

Hello future neighbors.

Just saw the windows being installed in my unit on the 24th this morning! Nice.:)

available na ba parking dito at magkano kaya?

HI ask ko lng meron ba kau recev na monthly Offcial receipt from avida for pdc cleared monthy kc ung pindala nila sakin is only monthly invoice not OR

THANKS

HI ask ko lng meron ba kau recev na monthly Offcial receipt from avida for pdc cleared monthy kc ung pindala nila sakin is only monthly invoice not OR

THANKS

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Mine is auto debit. Not receiving any ORs either.:ohno:

anyone selling their unit here? pm me

Mga future neighbors na malapit sa vicinity.. Ano na po kalagayan ng street natin in the area. Gaano na po kataas ang baha. May improvement ba kahit papano compared to last time before avida started the construction?

^^Not sure last Tuesday but road (don bosco) was passable by car last Wednesday morning and I heard ankle deep only around 830 pm.

Mid september na. Any updates? Pics?

Yes, please post any update for those who live close to the area.

I'm not sure and i don't know how to gauge if Tower 1 will be ready for turnover first quarter of 2013. I took these pics this afternoon.

They still have October, November and December. Hoping for an early turnover.

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ang dumi ng ilalim

bagal ng construction ^^

kelan rfo ng tower2? sory wala ako makita sa avida website na date

Sa 2015 pa RFO ang tower 2.

Hello future neighbors :)

I also bought a unit in Avida San Lorenzo and I'm excited for the turn over next year..

Looking forward to meet future neighbors here ^_^

Thanks for the pics and updates of the building..
i've been checking images from yahoo just to get updates for it, glad to found this forum.

Bagal ng finishing and it's already November. Looking like it's going to be a March turnover.. :/

Parang hindi na tumayo ung Tower 2 nito..

Here's a recent update (December 7, 2012) on tower 1:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxHailISKRc

Set it to "HD" mode for best results.

I also have a 2br unit there that I'm opening up for sale. Estimated turn over is 1st quarter of 2013. PM me for details if interested. Thanks!

Happy New Year neighbors!
Any news and update to Tower 1?
Salamat sa mga nag post ng pics and videos and sa magpopost pa ng any updates :)

Also excited for the turnover of this project; hopefully early March we could already move in. My 1br unit facing the amenities at the 4th level is up for sale (or for rent). :)

Does anyone know how many days you need to show-up once they inform you that you can visit na your place and also to sign the document for your approval on the unit?
I just need to plan lang my travel itineraries ahead . Thanks.

Turnover will start by March 2013 and will be done in batches

Also excited for the turnover of this project; hopefully early March we could already move in. My 1br unit facing the amenities at the 4th level is up for sale (or for rent). :)

I took some pictures today. Really hope to move-in March 2013.

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Great pics sir.


I just noticed that the pace has slowed down a bit, i hope MDC turns this over soon

It's indicated in their deed of absolute sale and contract to sell that turnover is first quarter of 2013. They should be following the contract. Could be they're finishing the interiors and they will finish the exterior last. Hopefully they live up to their promise.

Agreed, i hope they deliver on time. Some of my colleagues have units here

How's the flooding along Estacion St during rainy days. Is it passable to vehicles?

The last major typhoon Sendong i checked. Estacion is ankle deep. Hope makati government do something about pasong tamo amd make it flood free.

Ankle deep waters in Estacion indicate an improvement in the drainage system over the years. A decade or two, flood waters are waist high. Then in the early 2000s its knee high.

Lets hope they still improve it

^^ I'm seeing drainage work being done in Don Bosco side again this month. The coating of the building exterior is also on the works. The brown section facing makati is already painted. Excited to move in soon! :cheers1:

The parking entrance/exit points at the back along calle estacion is now open.

wow thats a great news!

The parking entrance/exit points at the back along calle estacion is now open.


What do you mean "open"? Pwede bang pumasok? I-check ko sana yung parking slot ko.

Yup saw the estacion gate open awhile ago. Not sure if we can go inside but i think it's used for the trucks going in and out of the vicinity. But if ever some of you can tell us that we can go inside that would be great.

The open gate is for MDC use only for now. This is for easier access to the MEPS subcons

Hi...just wondering...how much ung per sqm assoc due sa avida west?

Turnover will be start in March for selected units. This will be done in batches

Hope i'm in the first batch to save on the current rent i have now. At least i'm paying for my own unit.

Getting so excited. I've been dreaming about inspecting my unit already. Bank guaranty has already been issued by my Bank.

Avida San Lorenzo might open the parking entrance/exit along chino roces ave. anytime soon. I saw a worker this morning removing the bolts attached on the fenced parking wall.

Prepping up for the Guardhouse and landscaping/hardscaping works

Avida San Lorenzo might open the parking entrance/exit along chino roces ave. anytime soon. I saw a worker this morning removing the bolts attached on the fenced parking wall.

Hope they'll live up to their promise in their banners: NO DELAYS, NO DISAPPOINTMENTS. Really hope to start turnover on March 2013.

Here are some photos I took earlier this afternoon. The agent on site that I talked to said that all units are done and Avida should be ready to begin the turn over process next month starting with the lower floors.

These are photos of an actual 2BR unit.

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/9213093/Avida%20Towers%20San%20Lorenzo%20-%20February%2012%2C%202013/IMG_0629.JPG

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https://dl.dropbox.com/u/9213093/Avida%20Towers%20San%20Lorenzo%20-%20February%2012%2C%202013/IMG_0653.JPG

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https://dl.dropbox.com/u/9213093/Avida%20Towers%20San%20Lorenzo%20-%20February%2012%2C%202013/IMG_0659.JPG

Nice pics! Palapit na nang palapit!

@ricoz pwede na bang mag-inspect ng unit? How were u able to get in?

@ricoz pwede na bang mag-inspect ng unit? How were u able to get in?

I wasn't able to view my unit yet (21st floor), I was a bit hesitant to use the new elevators :) I might go back next week to view my unit and make it a habit to visit them for updates until actual turn over.

They already transferred the "showroom" to to the 3rd floor of tower 1 so I just went there and asked one of the agents for assistance. Yes I think they'll let you view your own unit.

Wow! We can inspect our units already. Will check my unit at the 24th before my oz trip then.:)

Will try to visit my unit at the amenities level this weekend. Thanks for the updates, neighbors! :banana:

I went to the site also this afternoon and checked the actual units. The pics attached are for 08 & 20 - 1 bedroom units. Upon checking, not all units are finished. There are some ready for turnover but a lot of units aren't that finished yet. Saw a unit in the 7th floor and the floor tiles are yet to be installed.

Fortunately, my unit is finished already, i'm just waiting for the go signal to turnover. I also saw the podium and they are putting the tiles in the swimming pool as of this afternoon.

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Nice!!! I'll drop by again next week. Can't wait to move in!

So, pwede mag drop by anytime to see actual units?

I went to the site also this afternoon and checked the actual units. The pics attached are for 08 & 20 - 1 bedroom units. Upon checking, not all units are finished. There are some ready for turnover but a lot of units aren't that finished yet. Saw a unit in the 7th floor and the floor tiles are yet to be installed.


I went yesterday and checked the model units on the 3rd floor. I noticed that units have high ceiling and beams are not visible. Is it the same with the unit you saw at the 7th floor? I wish this will be for all units.

Havent visited the project in months. Any updates on the lower floors/amenities?

Any news on the turnover neighbors?

I went to the site also this afternoon and checked the actual units. The pics attached are for 08 & 20 - 1 bedroom units. Upon checking, not all units are finished. There are some ready for turnover but a lot of units aren't that finished yet. Saw a unit in the 7th floor and the floor tiles are yet to be installed.

Fortunately, my unit is finished already, i'm just waiting for the go signal to turnover. I also saw the podium and they are putting the tiles in the swimming pool as of this afternoon.

http://i50.************/35mqu7n.jpg
http://i46.************/1h8cqb.jpg
http://i50.************/2d83kv9.jpg
http://i48.************/25g9r7m.jpg
http://i45.************/20ztsm9.jpg
http://i48.************/2ibg9wn.jpg
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Nice, the unit finishing looks good from the photos :)

Well, these model units are misrepresentation of the actual units from 4th up. It seems that units other than on the 3rd floor don't have the same ceiling height.

I think you're right the podium levels has higher ceiling than the actual units above podium levels. Do u have any news on turnovers? Have they started? I saw my unit and it has a label on the door that says QM inspected and approved. I just dunno what that means.

I'm in oz now but will already be back by friday. Expecting turnover has already started.

anyone received a turnover notice yet? its almost end of the month and no news on this yet.

No turnover notice pa din sakin. Kala ko ba, no delays, no disappointments.

Puro delay, puro disappoinment! Ako nga June 2012 pa yung contract to sell, hanggang ngayon wala pa ko kopya.

Took some pics as of yesterday, March 21:

Hallways
- hallway to the unit
- elevator hallway

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Amenities Area
- 3rd Floor
- Swimming pools

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Reception Area

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Ground Floor Facade and Entrance

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Building Outside Paint

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I talked to an agent on site yesterday at their Sales Office. They told me that turnover will surely start next week or 1st week of April. I hope this will push through as they told us in the contract that turnover should be starting first quarter of 2013. Last week of the first quarter already next week and no turnover notice yet.

They also told me that turnover will be by batch. They said it will start on the lower floors i think 1st Floor (podium level) to 10th Floor. For the higher level floors probably April or May turnover.

As you can see in the pics Amenities Area is not ready yet. I checked the lower floors, all doors are locked with a signage that it was inspected already. Probably these lower floors are ready for turnover.

Even the reception area is work in progress. Only one elevator working.

Email from Avida: Please be advised that we are still waiting for the release of occupancy permit before we are able to start the turnover of units to their respective owners. We are anticipating that start of turnover shall commence by the second week.of April.

Email for me from Avida:

I received your inquiry regarding the turnover of your unit is Avida Towers San Lorenzo and I would like to inform you that we are waiting for the release of the occupancy permit so we can start the turnover of units. I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience we have caused you. In order to make this up to you, please allow us to put you on our priority list for the turnover.

April 10, 2013 is a temporary date I have set, as we are anticipating that the permit will be released before that date. Once the permit is released, that is the only time we can confirm the turnover dates.

i-check nyong mabuti yung water tank, baka may ano rin dyan... :) *hehe*

May "ano" yung water tank?

May "ano" yung water tank?

http://www.interaksyon.com/article/58358/korean-man-found-dead-in-water-tank-in-paranaque-building

nagka-ano :)

^^^^^ Yuck!!! And the residents used the water unknowingly to bathe. Gross.

^^^^^ Yuck!!! And the residents used the water unknowingly to bathe. Gross.

... and drink! *based on tv news interviews*

I hope the undergoing construction of drainage bypass in Dos Bosco will solve the problem of flooding in this area.

As promised by Avida, unit turnover should start next week.

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As promised by Avida, unit turnover should start next week.

Hi Paul,

Do they mean this week (Apr 08-12) or next week (Apr 15-19)? Thanks.

We are on the 17F and hoping to move-in this month.

Hi Paul,

Do they mean this week (Apr 08-12) or next week (Apr 15-19)? Thanks.

We are on the 17F and hoping to move-in this month.

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I'm at the 24th neighbor. They e-mailed me that turnover is tentatively set to start 2nd week of April so it should be April 8 to 12. I suggest you e-mail them to follow-up as well.

Avida didn't reply to my email on turnover date. Any feedback from anyone here re turnover?

Turnover will start April 15. Dont expect that the pool will be available in the next few months hehe since Tower 2 construction is in full swing. Its for our safety

^^^^^ Yuck!!! And the residents used the water unknowingly to bathe. Gross.

kimchi flavor :p

kimchi flavor :p

lol. Amoy kimchi. Yuck!

Turnover will start April 15. Dont expect that the pool will be available in the next few months hehe since Tower 2 construction is in full swing. Its for our safety

I hope totoo na yan. Don't care about the pool. We still need to dress up our units first.