u/Worth-Buy3439

Hello! I would appreciate any advice for a first-time solo condo renter, since it will be my main home moving forward hehe

I will be moving to Ortigas for work but I am so undecided on which building/condo to choose. Net pay is around 70k and office is near Podium mall.

Here are my options:

Option 1 - 15k

Pros:

• Affordable
• Building has good reviews from tenants

Cons:

• 18-20 min walk to work (might shoulder 2k monthly for angkas rides during mornings)
• Bare unit

Option 2 - 23-25k

Pros:

• 5 min walk to work
• Spacious, 37sqm
• Semi furnished/furnished

Cons:

• Expensive
• Not sure if I need such a big unit for myself

Option 3 - 18k

Pros:

• Fully furnished
• Still within budget

Cons:

• 13-15 min walk to work (might shoulder 2k monthly for angkas rides during mornings)
• Building and unit on the older side, not the most "maaliwalas"
• All furniture made the unit seem smaller

I'd appreciate any insights or other condo recommendation. Thank you!