Juliet Risdon
“Where is the best place to live?” is a question we are often asked by people new to Macau and hunting for a home, so every year for the past four years we have published and updated this guide;
The answer to this of course depends largely on your personal perspective and circumstances.
There is no ‘one size fits all’ answer to this question. Over the next five articles we can share with you the places popular with expatriates.
Asking and answering some of the important questions below may help to narrow your focus before you start your property search;
What kind of area do I want to live in?
What do I need to be near to?
What facilities do I want in my building?
Do I need a car park ?
What requirements do I have from my property?
What is my budget?
Remember there will always be pros and cons in any property and location, so its advisable to write down your priorities and clarify what is essential and what is desirable to make it a good choice for you.
As everybody has different opinions and needs, these are in no particular order:
1. Manhattan, Taipa
Area: Taipa, edge of Old Taipa, residential.
Amenities: Good for walking to the supermarket, banks, health care, on the main bus route with Bus Stops right outside, schools are easily accessible, as are local bars and restaurants.
Building facilities: Swimming Pool, Cinema Room, Spa Room, large and well equipped Gym, Games Room, BBQ Area, Children’s Play area, golf simulator and dance studio. Concierge. Car Parking Spaces available.
Property Features: Dark hard wood flooring and woodwork, some good views, small fitted kitchens with built in ovens as standard, reverse cycle air-conditioning.
Rental Prices: High End
Advantages: Great location
Drawbacks: Apartments on lower floors don’t receive much sunlight, limited balconies
2. Hellene Gardens, Coloane
Area: Hac Sa, near the beach, residential near the countryside and walking trails.
Amenities: Short walk to local bar & restaurants, Bus Stop, Public Swimming Pool & tennis courts, trail walks and the beach. Also Children’s parks, BBQ Area on the beach and family orientated.
Building facilities: Swimming Pool, Gardens. Car Parking Spaces available
Property Features: Spacious, with good kitchen area. Light and airy spaces. Good layout, balcony.
Rental Prices: Mid Range
Advantages: Quiet and peaceful location close to the beach
Drawbacks: The age and quality of the apartments
3. One Central, Macau
Area: Central City Area
Amenities: Near to Casino’s and high-end stores, hotels and their facilities.
Building facilities: Gym, pool inside & out, rock climbing wall, multi purpose sports court, tennis court, concierge and security. Monthly rental Car Parking available.
Property Features: Light & bright apartments, high-end modern kitchens and bathrooms. Great views from feature windows. Reverse cycle air-conditioning.
Rental Prices: High End
Advantages: Great location for access to the Macau side casinos
Drawbacks: Transient community, building quality issues
In next week’s article we look at 3 more of the most popular properties for expatriates.
If you would like further information on these properties or a copy of the information mailed to you in pdf format, please e mail me at Juliet@JMLProperty.com and we will be happy to send you the information.
Juliet Risdon is a Director of JML Property and a property investor.
Having been established in 1994, JML Property offers investment property & homes. It specializes in managing properties for owners and investors, and providing attractive and comfortable homes for tenants.
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