Buy a House in Las Piñas, Metro Manila

Las Piñas is a largely residential city on the southern edge of Metro Manila, close to Parañaque, Muntinlupa and Cavite. It is known for the Bamboo Organ church and for traffic on the main roads, so check the route to your workplace. Commutes can be slow. Residents are mostly local families and returning overseas Filipino workers who buy homes for relatives. Foreign buyers come less often but are drawn by lower prices than central Manila.

Flooding can affect low-lying streets in the rainy season, so ask about elevation and drainage.

Foreigners cannot own land in the Philippines, but can own condominium units, provided foreign ownership of the building stays within 40%. A foreigner who wants a house usually must lease the land long term or structure ownership through a Filipino spouse or family member; take legal advice, because titles and structures vary. Check the title (TCT/CCT) with the Registry of Deeds, confirm taxes are paid and use a Philippine lawyer. Our Philippines guide, financing page and buying process cover more. Also see houses and Pasig.