What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Philippines?

"I don't know any other expand personally so I can't say what's "typical", but I can tell you about my home and others no found whole looking for it. I have a 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse in Mactan (near deny city). It came fully furnished for $460 per month. This was a good deal, better than most, but not incredible. Most homes here have showers rather than bathtubs. They do not have big tank water heaters like in the US. The only hot water is in the shower, and so there's a small water heater in the bathroom. Kitchen and bathroom sinks are cold water only. Homes are typically smaller than in the US. A one bedroom apartment is usually 500 square feet or so. 1000 square feet is considered a big place and you'll pay extra for it. Refrigerator is just like US, though typically smaller. Common to have a microwave. If it doesn't come with the place, you can buy one easily enough. Stove s are usually gas. But they don't pipe gas in like in the US. You have a big tank under the counter and when it runs out you call a gas company to refill it. Oh, you don't drink the tap water. It isn't filtered and processed here like in the US. Tap water is for washing. Drink bottled water. Most middle class and upper homes have a water dispenser with a big jug. Like offices used to have in the US. Ours has a hot water dispenser, it heats a cup or two of water at a time, which is really handy for tea or instant coffee. Internet is readily available. I'm paying $35 per month for 200 mbps. That's roughly typical in the cities," remarked another expat in Cebu, Philippines.

"Expat homes and apartments in the Philippines tend to be modern and comfortable. Most commonly, they are single-storey Western-style homes with air-conditioning and a well-equipped kitchen. Most expat apartments are spacious and come with excellent facilities, including swimming pools and gyms. There is typically a range of apartment sizes and styles available, from studio apartments to large, multi-bedroom units. Expat homes and apartments are often comfortable, secure and in premium locations, such as near beaches, parks, or in residential areas," said a member in Philippines.

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