Living in a big metropolis has always been something akin to a dream.

With everything in proximity to you, a life in the big city certainly affords you a myriad of conveniences that are either lacking or totally absent anywhere else. Similarly, accessibility is something you might never have to worry about seeing as major cities have public transport plying around the area. Indeed, the daily scene of a metropolitan city is painted through bright lights, perpetually busy streets and tall and magnificent skyscrapers. However, underneath the veneer of a fast-paced lifestyle are people living at a hurried pace living amidst air pollution and constantly battling daily traffic. While it is easy to get lost in the idea of a fast-paced city lifestyle, grinding it out on a daily basis can easily take its toll on even the most resilient individuals. After all, the challenges and demands of the city can be quite difficult and as a result, stressful on the daily life. And while you malls and establishments are a lot closer to you, the time you spend on traffic in getting to offices, schools and even some establishments eats up a good portion of your day.

As a result, some individuals have inevitably felt compelled to look for homes outside the city where it is not as noisy, polluted and overcrowded as the city. Among the top residential choices in the Southern Area is Cavite. Regarded as a residential haven, Cavite has everything that you can find in the metropolis but it is set in a more peaceful and orderly environment. With developments such as Golden Horizon and the like, rising establishments from super malls, hospitals, schools to entertainment areas and hubs have started to pepper the area by the droves. So, if you have ever given living in Cavite a thought, here are some of the premier choices for the location of your first home:

1.)  Bacoor

A first-class urban component city in the province of Cavite, Bacoor is the province’s gateway to Manila. In this regard, it would make the perfect location for a first home considering its proximity to the metropolis. Bacoor’s main allure lies in the simultaneous benefit of tranquil living and urban living. It is one of the places in Bacoor that allows you your peace and quiet without compromising accessibility to the big city. Incidentally, Bacoor has seen continuous growth throughout the years insomuch that was once an agriculturally-based town is fast becoming a residential and commercial urban center. In this regard, there are plenty of employment opportunities in Bacoor as many local and foreign investors are setting up offices in the place.

Source: SM City Bacoor

2.)  Trece Martires

Known as one of the best residential communities in Cavite, Trece Martires is an excellent place for settling down. It is home to at least two international schools, private and public elementary and high schools as well as several maternity clinics. However, apart from all the conveniences Tres Martires has to offer, the city can take pride in the fact that they are the cleanest city in Cavite. While the city might be a further drive from Metro Manila as compared to other cities in Cavite, it has remained as a popular choice among starter families. In fact, it is rapidly growing in popularity that it can be compared to the likes of Bacoor and Dasmarinas. So, if you are looking for a safe residential haven for your family, go for a place that provides a positive community such as Trece Martires.

Source: New Generation International School 

3.)  Dasmarinas

Environmental-friendly, highly-urbanized and serene are a few things that describe Dasmarinas. As the largest city (both in terms of area and population) in the province of Cavite, it is easy to see why so many aspiring first-time homeowners feel themselves gravitating to this part of Cavite. After all, Dasmiranas continues to be one of the premier residential choices in Cavite. Over the years, the city has seen immense growth as evidence by the presence of large health and educational institutions as well as the influx of industries. In this regard, Dasmarinas would make for an excellent place for a first home.

Source: DLSU – D Research Portal

4.) Tagaytay

Known as the wedding capital of the Philippines, Tagaytay is more than just an expat’s haven. Relaxed, stress-free and serene, Tagaytay is one of the places in Cavite that affords its residents an unparalleled view of the Taal Volcano. In fact, it has become a popular tourist spot owing to its outstanding scenery and cooler climate. Tagaytay is one of the cities that offer laidback living without compromising on porgressive direction. As one of the component cities in the province of Cavite, it fully supports small businesses as well as local efforts in entrepreneurship. In this regard, individuals who are in the market for new homes and startup businesses will fare well in this side of Cavite. Peppered all around town are various hotels, B&B’s, coffee shops, restaurants, wedding venues and resorts that all serve to fuel the local economy. Owning a home in Tagaytay ultimately translates to a life of an everyday escape from the concrete jungle of the metropolis. You can expect to wake up in the mornings to picturesque sceneries.

Source: Manila Shopper

6.) Imus

As the designated capital city of the province of Cavite, there are several reasons why people tend to gravitate towards Imus when it comes to looking for a place to settle down. Known as a dynamic city, Imus is certainly making a lot of waves in terms of progress insomuch that it was recently recognized as CALABARZON’s most competitive component city by the National Competitiveness Council. One of the things you can expect from Imus is the myriad of employment opportunities insomuch that you can expect a life of direction should you live here. The city gives you various opportunities to succeed as it emphasizes on the importance of each citizen in achieving even far greater feats. In terms of leisure and enjoyment, Imus has it all. With a plethora of supermalls and markets, you need not go very far for your shopping needs. Indeed, Imus makes a viable place to live for individuals who are looking for an excellent blend of suburban and urban life.    

Source: The District Cavite