Residential communities in regional centers are increasingly being shaped by infrastructure growth, mobility networks, and access to commercial and employment hubs as development expands beyond Metro Manila.
In Cabanatuan City, these shifts continue to influence how communities are planned, particularly in areas connected to Central Luzon’s growing urban corridor. Among the developments responding to this changing landscape is Ajoya Cabanatuan, a 19-hectare masterplanned community by Aboitiz Land designed around accessibility, shared spaces, and everyday functionality.
Positioned within an area supported by expanding road networks and increasing commercial activity, the development reflects how residential planning is adapting to changing lifestyles outside the capital.
Designed around everyday living
At the center of Ajoya Cabanatuan’s planning approach is the idea of creating spaces that support daily movement and interaction.
The community features a pedestrian-oriented layout where homes are linked to parks, amenities, greenbelts, and the town plaza through walkable corridors intended to encourage connectivity within the neighborhood.
Rather than treating open spaces as standalone features, the development integrates them into the broader circulation network, allowing shared areas to function as gathering spaces, environmental buffers, and pathways for residents.
within Central Luzon’s thriving growth corridor.
“Ajoya Cabanatuan reflects how communities take shape when they are designed around everyday life—how people move, gather, and build routines within a shared environment in Central Luzon,” shared Monica Lorenzana Trajano, Vice President for Commercial Strategy and Residential Business Unit Head at Aboitiz Economic Estates and Aboitiz Land.
Step into a completed community
For buyers seeking ready-for-occupancy options, the development offers move-in-ready units within an already established community.
Residents gain immediate access to nearby roads and key destinations in the city, while the homebuying process is supported through the Vecino App, which allows buyers to coordinate inquiries and turnover requirements with property specialists and brokers.
A Community that supports livelihood
Beyond residential spaces, the development also incorporates commercial components intended to support small businesses and community-based enterprises.
Located at the frontage of the property, the Town Plaza features shophouse units designed for mixed residential and commercial use, allowing residents to operate businesses within the same environment where they live.
The setup is intended to provide convenience for residents while contributing to economic activity within surrounding areas by integrating small-scale commerce into the broader community layout.
Architecture rooted in place
The homes at Ajoya Cabanatuan draw inspiration from traditional Filipino architecture while incorporating contemporary residential features developed in collaboration with Buensalido+Architects.
Design elements inspired by the Bahay na Bato, including ventanillas and extended rooflines, were incorporated to improve airflow and thermal comfort in response to local climate conditions. These features also help reduce dependence on mechanical cooling systems while maintaining a familiar architectural character.
Part of a larger platform for growth
The project forms part of Aboitiz Land’s wider portfolio of residential developments connected to economic estates and regional growth centers across the country.
Through these developments, the company aims to align residential communities with infrastructure projects, employment hubs, and long-term regional development plans tied to the broader Aboitiz Group network.
Recognized for what it demonstrates
In 2026, Ajoya Cabanatuan received a Gold Award in the Mid-Cost Housing Category at the FIABCI Prix d’Excellence Awards, recognizing the project’s performance in areas such as design, livability, location, and long-term value.
The recognition followed another milestone for the Ajoya portfolio after Ajoya Capas earned the FIABCI Gold Award for Mid-Cost Housing in 2025, marking the portfolio’s second consecutive win in the category.
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