Which Manila district gives better ROI for foreign investors in 2026?
Overview
Makati and BGC are Manila's two premier investment districts. Both offer strong yields, foreign eligibility, and high rental demand β but they serve different buyer profiles. Here's the definitive comparison.
Quick Answer
BGC yields slightly higher (6β7%) vs Makati (5.5β6.5%). Makati has lower entry prices. BGC has stronger short-term rental demand. Makati suits long-term investors; BGC suits Airbnb-style income.
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Makati
Yield
5.8%
Price
β±12,800,000
Monthly
β±72,000
Limited units Β· High demand area
BGC
Yield
6.2%
Price
β±18,500,000
Monthly
β±95,000
Limited units Β· High demand area
Makati
Yield
5.5%
Price
β±5,500,000
Monthly
β±38,000
Limited units Β· High demand area
Side by Side
| Metric | Makati | BGC |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Price (1BR) | β±5.5Mββ±13M | β±7.8Mββ±18.5M |
| Avg. Yield | 5.5β6.5% | 6.0β7.2% |
| Short-term Demand | High | Very High |
| Foreign Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Best For | Long-term hold | Airbnb income |
| Infrastructure | Established | Modern |
Live Data
Avg. Yield
6.1%
Metro Manila
Price Growth
+6.8%
Year-on-year
Avg. Monthly
β±63K
Rental income
Yield
6.0β7.2%
Avg Price
β±12.5M
Monthly
β±65,000
Yield
5.5β6.5%
Avg Price
β±9.8M
Monthly
β±55,000
Yield
4.5β5.5%
Avg Price
β±22M
Monthly
β±95,000
Yield
6.5β7.5%
Avg Price
β±8.2M
Monthly
β±52,000
Yield
6.0β7.0%
Avg Price
β±7.5M
Monthly
β±48,000
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