Calatagan, Batangas: Beach Homes, Condos and Lots

Calatagan is at the south-western tip of Batangas, with beaches, fishing communities, and weekend homes for Manila residents. It is a few hours from the capital. Nearby places include Nasugbu, Laurel, Alfonso and Tagaytay, a cool highland town. Batangas city and Amadeo are other markets in the wider region.

Check road conditions, flooding and typhoon exposure.

For condominium units, ask about association dues, rental pool arrangements and how many foreign-owned units the project already has, because the 40% cap is applied project by project. For house-and-lot purchases, confirm the seller holds a clean title and that taxes are paid up. Budget for documentary stamp tax, transfer tax and registration, and expect a notary to be involved in the deed.

Foreigners cannot own land in the Philippines. They may own condominium units, capped at 40% of a project, and may lease land, generally for 25 years renewable for another 25. Houses on land you do not own raise title questions. Many foreign buyers buy through a Filipino spouse or a condominium.

Use a Philippine lawyer to verify the title (TCT or CCT). See our Philippines buying guide, financing page and the Philippines overview.