Real Estate Matters | The best places to live in Macau Part 1

Juliet Risdon is a Director of JML Property and a property investor.
Having established the company 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.

We are often asked by people new to hunting for a home in Macau “Where is the best place to live?”.
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 most popular places to live in Macau for 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?
• 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 good to know 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:

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.

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.

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.

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