04/10/2025
Molave Homes, Alabel, Sarangani: Affordable Homes for Real Filipino Families
In Barangay Maribulan, Alabel, Sarangani Province, Alsons Dev is making a significant contribution to providing dignified, low‑cost housing through its project Molave Homes Alabel. Tailored especially for minimum‑wage earners and informal sector workers, this socialized housing subdivision offers a real opportunity for homeownership in a fast‑growing area in Mindanao.
Project Overview
Developer: Alsons Development & Investment Corporation.
Type: Socialized housing subdivision.
📍 : Brgy. Maribulan, Alabel, Sarangani Province.
Area & Capacity:
Gross project area: about 8 hectares.
Number of saleable units (house‑&‑lot): 587 units.
Housing Units & Cost
Lot size: ~80 square meters.
Floor area: ~27 square meters.
Type: Duplex, core house (often no internal partitioning). Basic finishing.
House features:
Painted exterior, colored (long‑span) roof.
Tiled toilet & bath.
Cement finish inside.
Concrete kitchen counter with sink, jalousie windows.
Pricing & Finance:
The loanable amount via Pag‑IBIG fund is about ₱450,000.
Monthly amortization (principal + interest) estimated at ₱2,844.31 (for 30‑year term).
Equity requirement and income requirement are minimal, making it accessible for low‑income applicants.
Amenities & Community Features
Infrastructure:
Cemented/paved roads throughout (primary and secondary roads).
Sidewalks and planting strips.
Central park.
Sewage treatment facility.
Utilities & Access:
Water supply via deep well (with overhead water tank).
Power via SOCOTECO II.
Concrete drainage/canal.
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Proximity to services:
Close to Alabel town center.
Schools, hospitals, markets are reasonably accessible.
Significance & Impact
Molave Homes is more than just a housing subdivision — it plays a role in social upliftment and urban development in Sarangani:
Empowering low‑income families: By offering low down payments, minimal equity and income requirements, this project opens up homeownership to those who might otherwise be excluded.
Urban growth & planning: The subdivision is part of a larger trend of master‑planned developments in the region, improving living standards, infrastructure and services.
Model for future developments: The experience of Molave Homes helps set standards for how socialized housing can be done well — combining affordability with acceptable amenities, community planning, and proximity to livelihood and services.
Challenges & Opportunities
While Molave Homes offers many positives, there are also challenges to keep in mind, and opportunities to improve:
Space constraints: With floor area around 27 sqm, families need to plan carefully. The designs are compact, meaning that expansion or efficient interior use becomes important.
Upkeep and maintenance: Basic finishes generally mean residents may need to invest in improvements over time. Quality of common facilities (roads, drainage, utilities) must be maintained.
Scaling & expansion: Given the demand for affordable homes, future phases should consider higher space, more varied floor plans.
Connectivity & services: While close to Alabel, improvements in public transport, access to commercial centers, internet and other utilities would further enhance livability.
Conclusion
Molave Homes Alabel is a vital project in the context of the Philippines’ housing challenges. It offers an example of how private developers like Alsons Dev can contribute to making homeownership realistic for lower‑income Filipinos, without compromising too much on quality of life. For many families in Alabel and nearby areas, this subdivision represents hope — for stability, security, and a place to truly call home.
