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

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We asked expats what a typical home or apartment in Cebu is like. They answered...

"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," said another expat in Cebu, Philippines.

"Expat homes and apartments in Cebu are typically modern and comfortable. They often feature air conditioning, high-speed internet, and other amenities. Many expats choose to live in gated communities, which offer additional security and access to amenities such as swimming pools, gyms, and playgrounds. Expat homes and apartments in Cebu are typically located in the city center or in the suburbs, providing easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment," wrote a member who made the move to Cebu, Philippines.

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