2 Bedroom Condo for sale in Manila, Metro Manila near LRT-2 Legarda, Manila, Metro Manila
Manila, Philippines
Guide Price
$194690
11000000 PHP
PROPERTY TYPE
condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
2
Description
The One Santo Tomas
45- Storey Residential Condominium) Infront of UST Espana, Manila
Address: 870 M.F. Jhocson, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008 Metro Manila
Fully-furnished 2 Bedroom (Combined Studio Units) beside UST Senior High Bldg
Area – 31sqm
Selling Price: Php11M
No Pets Allowed
Currently 1BR with tenant***
Viewing: Strictly by Appointment
Location:
Nearby Universities:
University of Sto. Tomas, Far Eastern University, Philippine School of Business Administration, Centro Escolar University, University of the East, San Sebastian College, San Beda College, College of Holy Spirit, La Consolacion College, Sta. Catalina College
Nearby Malls:
SM San Lazaro, SM Manila, Fishermall Quezon City, Isetann Recto
Nearby Terminals:
UV, JEEP, TRICYCLE & BUS Terminal, LRT 1 Tayuman Station, LRT 2 Legarda & Recto Station
Nearby Hospitals:
UST Hospital, Perpetual Succor Hospital, Hospital of the Infant Jesus, Perpetual Help Hospital, Mary Chiles Hospital
Nearby Churches:
UST Church, Quiapo Church, Victory Church Espana
Amenities:
Starbucks – GF, Food Court – 2nd & 3rd floor, 7F – Gym, Swimming Pool, Mini Chapel, Study Hall
Building
Features:
Three (3) computerized high speed elevators.
Spacious lobby with reception area.
Well ventilated hallways.
24/7 water supply
No brownout
24 hours security
100% back-up power for common areas and allocated amount of power to each unit in case of power failure
Automatic alarm and sprinkler system
Centralized disposal/collection system.
Individualized electric and water meters.
Building Safety compliance to local fire code and NFPA 101 code.
Fire escapes at every residential floor
Telephone number: View Phone
Living in Manila
The capital's dense urban core offers rock-bottom costs ($1,000-$1,500/month for a comfortable life) and widespread English fluency. Makati and BGC are the expat hubs with modern condos, international restaurants, and reliable infrastructure. The trade-offs are intense traffic, tropical heat, and the chaos that comes with a megacity of 14 million.
Island-hopping on weekends, karaoke as a national religion, and a Filipino hospitality so genuine that you will be adopted by your neighbor's entire extended family before your first month is over.
Visa
SRRV (Special Resident Retiree Visa) — available from age 40+. Requires $15,000-50,000 deposit depending on age and pension status. Grants indefinite stay with multiple-entry privileges. SIRV (Special Investor Resident Visa) — requires $75,000 investment in Philippine securities. No age minimum. Both offer permanent residency.
Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to the Philippines→Key Fact
English is an official language and widely spoken — making the Philippines the easiest Asian country for American expats to navigate daily life. Private healthcare is excellent and affordable, but infrastructure outside Manila can be underdeveloped.
Learn more: The Cheapest Cities to Live Abroad→Philippines at a glance
How Philippines scores for American expats
Cost of buying in Philippines
Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property
Closing Costs
5-8% of purchase price
- ·Transfer tax: 0.5-0.75%
- ·Documentary stamp: 1.5%
- ·Capital gains tax: 6% (seller, but often negotiated)
- ·Registration: ~0.25%
- ·Notary: ~0.5%
Annual Costs
Property Tax
1-2% of assessed value (varies by city)
Insurance
₱5,000-15,000/yr
HOA / Condo Fees
₱3,000-10,000/mo for condos
Good to Know
Agent Fees
Seller pays (3-5%)
Foreign Buyer Note
Foreigners CANNOT own land. Can own condo units (max 40% foreign quota per building). Houses possible via long-term lease or Filipino spouse.
Legal help in Philippines
Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.
Need a local attorney in Philippines?
We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.
Contact Agent
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Next steps for moving to Philippines
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
Know your tax obligations
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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