The Central Social District is here — and it's in Alabang

There is more to urban living in the future than tall buildings and strict work schedules. People are rethinking cities as places where community, wellness and dreams coexist. Alabang is living proof that the Central Social District (CSD) model isn’t just a concept, but a working reality.

“Filinvest City’s momentum in 2025 isn’t just about infrastructure — it’s about people. We’re building a place where business and life can coexist and thrive together,” said Don Ubaldo, head of Filinvest Townships.

Sprawling over an expansive 244 hectares of prime property in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Filinvest City offers more than convenient living and working — it’s creating a model for equitable and sustainable urban development in the Philippines by seamlessly fusing business, lifestyle, green spaces and culture.

From business center to human-centric city
Filinvest City, located in the heart of Metro South, is more than just a Central Business District (CBD). From the start, the township developed more than just office towers — it established a walkable, people-first city where business, lifestyle and community thrive together.

Unlike traditional 9-to-5 commercial hubs, it operates around the clock. After work, you can easily access Festival Mall, Central Park, Westgate Center and a plethora of activities, including night runs, bike meetups, live concerts, nature walks and café hopping.

This isn’t a new direction — it’s who they’ve always been: a place where the city gives back to its people, and the community brings the city to life.

As Ubaldo puts it, “The next wave of business hubs won’t just be central — they’ll be social. That’s what Filinvest City stands for: connected, green and deeply human.”

Filinvest City also connects Metro Manila with CALABARZON thanks to its favorable location, which makes SLEX, Skyway, MCX and Alabang-Zapote Road easily accessible. What counts most, yet, is how this access is converted into daily mobility and convenience — through bike lanes, pathways for pedestrians and walkable communities.

Because workplaces are built with access, mobility and wellbeing in mind, they are perfect for businesses that value flexible scheduling and people-first design. With 270k foot traffic around the city on a daily average, it has a balanced urban rhythm with less traffic, more green spaces and a connected culture.

This accessibility also benefits residents who enjoy the ability to live, work, and play in one place — reducing commute times and enhancing work-life balance. From young professionals in studio units to growing families in spacious condominiums, Filinvest City offers a residential address that puts daily necessities and lifestyle choices all within reach.

Given Filinvest City’s strategic location with lifestyle and business compatibility, it’s no surprise that forward-thinking organizations — from tech startups and SMEs to international headquarters and embassies — are choosing it.

According to the World Economic Forum, “The cities of the future will be mixed-use, walkable, inclusive and adaptable. Central Social Districts are a response to the demand for healthier, more resilient urban environments post-pandemic.”

In this context, Filinvest City is not just keeping pace with the global dialogue — it’s shaping it.

Behind Filinvest City’s high performance is a data-backed trajectory. With a 570-percent increase in land value over the last 10 years and a 21 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the estate has outpaced most Metro Manila business districts. This momentum is driven by diversified demand — from multinational corporations and healthcare institutions to national retailers and hospitality groups.

Driving this momentum is a diverse tenant mix — from international companies and embassies to leading medical institutions and global retailers. The estate is home to Northgate Cyberzone, a PEZA-accredited IT park and one of the country’s first eco-sustainable BPO hubs. Here, fiber optic networks, a district cooling system and estate-wide smart systems support tech-enabled operations and scalable office spaces for BPOs, tech startups and corporate HQs.

Beyond market metrics, what sets Filinvest City apart is its commitment to long-term human capital. Investors and companies increasingly prioritize districts that support hybrid work models, sustainability goals and quality of life for employees.

As McKinsey’s Future of Cities Report notes, “Cities that prioritize livability, mobility and social inclusion will emerge as the most competitive. This is the future of central districts worldwide.”

Parks as part of our lives
Setting the bar for sustainable, future-ready living, this innovative location is establishing a thriving green space where nature and urban living coexist.

Located in the heart of Filinvest City’s reputation as the “Garden City of the Metro South” is the city’s breathtaking Filinvest City Park system, occupying 30 percent of the city’s total area, to lush green spaces that are harmoniously integrated throughout the CBD.

Filinvest City is rewriting the rules by creating a township that balances the busy city life with the peaceful embrace of nature, while other Philippine cities struggle with a lack of open spaces.

Together with Central Park, Spectrum Linear Park, Axis Park, River Park and Water Garden, the Creekside Park, the last addition to Filinvest City’s park system, has just realized the city’s aim for green integration.

Situated alongside the Alabang River, the park provides recreational grounds, seating places, public art displays and a river view.

“As an urban developer committed to such extensive green integration, we are proud to lead the way in creating a sustainable and vibrant urban community,” shared Ubaldo, reflecting the estate’s guiding philosophy.

Meanwhile, the upcoming Sports Hub, a location for social gatherings, physical wellbeing and community events, is another lifestyle element that will improve the district. The Sports Hub will be a significant contribution to an already thriving ecosystem as more individuals look for easily accessible ways to be active and involved outside of work.