SOUTHERN Luzon, particularly Laguna, is one of the favorite places of people seeking a place to live away from the crowded and toxic atmosphere of Metro Manila.

One place that appeals to those seeking a home in the province is Sta. Rosa City.
Considered the “Lion City of the South,” it is one of the province’s very progressive municipalities. It is gradually transforming into a bustling community from a rustic rural town as it is home to a variety of business, commercial, and residential projects designed by renowned property developers in the country.

It has become a tourist destination from a rustic town and homebuyers looking for homes in the suburbs. What makes Sta. Rosa favorable is it has an eco-rich environment; something homebuyers look for as they put a premium on their health.

More massive projects have further spurred the progress of Sta. Rosa, making it an inviting venue for homebuyers looking for suburban abodes against eco-rich backdrops.

Seeing this is one quality homebuyers look for, developers offer mixed-use communities. One example is Greenfield City by property developer Greenfield Development Corp.
(GDC). This mixed-use community helps give residents and visitors a taste of suburban life in the south.

For those considering purchasing a property in Sta. Rosa, GDC provides an easy-to-follow guide on the best things to expect at this gem south of Metro Manila.

Easy to access

Sta. Rosa can be reached through different access points via the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), such as through the Greenfield-Unilab exit, formerly Mamplasan in Biñan where Brent International School is located, or the Sta. Rosa exit in Balibago, which leads to the Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Road, a faster way to get to Tagaytay than along Aguinaldo Highway in Cavite.

Another way is to take the Greenfield Parkway Road from the Eton — Greenfield City exit. A portion of the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) between the SLEX Mamplasan Interchange and Sta. Rosa is already operational, reducing traveling time from Cavite to Sta. Rosa.

‘Rurbanization’

If there is one thing that makes Sta. Rosa special is that they have managed to preserve their natural surroundings despite the modernization happening around them. They have combined rurality with urbanization, resulting in a “rurbanized” location for its potential residents. GDC’s mixed-use project Greenfield City exemplifies this as easy on the eyes and healthful for the senses.

Through its Greenfield Deluxe brand, GDC is eyeing to launch its flagship project in Greenfield City called Trava. This new project will feature a rural-urban mix, combining a wide expanse of lush lots perfect for homes. These homes will feature solar-panel-ready roofs, wall systems made of engineered wood, and windows with energy-efficient low-emissivity glasses to keep the interiors naturally cooler during hot summer days.

Foodies delight

Many popular restaurant chains from Metro Manila have branched out and put up shops alongside many homegrown selections in the area. GDC’s Greenfield City provides a wide variety of foodies and picky eaters, from fast food places to high-end restaurants, and is strategically located all over the place.

Retail therapy

Stores of famous brands usually located in Metro Manila have also branched out and have set up shop in Arcadia, Laguna Central, and Paseo. These outlet stores offer sports gear, fashion and accessories, shoes, and other designer items. Brands include Adidas, Nike, Speedo, Under Armour, Levi’s, Converse, American Eagle Outfitters, and Pottery Barn, to name a few. The best thing is one does not need to travel farther.

Points of interest

Prospective residents can look forward to easy access to an extensive list of educational institutions at all levels. Ateneo De Manila Graduate School, St. Scholastica’s Academy, Xavier School, Brent International School, and Miriam College, and the soon-to-rise University of Santo Tomas Sta. Rosa Campus are just some of the prestigious institutions accessible to young residents, sparing them from the traffic or long travel to Metro Manila and back.

Hospitals like the Medical City South Luzon in Sta. Rosa and Asian Hospital Medical Center in Muntinlupa is also a quick drive from Greenfield City. Churches, museums, off-road and bike trails will be within reach as well.

Vast career opportunities

Because of its eco-friendly environment, business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees can get the best of both worlds in Sta. Rosa. Residential establishments in Greenfield City are well within landmark business, commercial and industrial centers like the Sta. Rosa Business Park and Greenfield Auto Park.

A place to call home

Sta. Rosa provides conducive surroundings, and developers made sure not to harm the environment while bringing modernity. They saw the need to balance the tranquility of the province and the lively atmosphere of the city, and they have succeeded.

As GDC’s flagship project in Sta. Rosa, Greenfield Deluxe’s Trava offers a choice of 550- to 750-square meter premier residential lots for homebuyers wanting to build homes that make use of green architecture.

The master-planned community also features fully underground utilities and solar-powered communal areas, including a fitness gym, function and recreation rooms, a children’s pavilion, pools, and a tennis and basketball court.

GDC ensures they put the welfare of its valued residents above all. With familiar comforts of the city interspersed into carefully preserved natural environments, communities like Trava promise home-seekers a lush life that can only be experienced in the south of Metro Manila.

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Source: https://www.manilatimes.net/2020/06/23/business/real-estate-and-property/a-guide-to-suburban-living-in-sta-rosa-laguna/733697/