As one of the most thriving provinces in the southern Luzon region, the radiant Rizal Province is home to several charming municipalities which have proved to be promising economic hotspots overtime. This month of June, this growing province takes the spotlight as it celebrates its 124th Founding Anniversary since its establishment as an official and independent province of the country.
True to its nature, Rizal Province is indeed a flourishing location with several government agencies hailing it as the Philippines’ most competitive province. This is with consideration to its economical performance including aspects such as infrastructure, government efficiency and innovation among others. In August 2024, the Department of Trade Industry confirmed the province’s rank during its Creative Cities and Municipalities Congress 2024 event which also marked its 9 consecutive streaks being at the top position.
Another aspect that provided significant opportunities for the provinces can be its tourism which have since seen growth over the past decades. Rizal Province allures tourists and visitors to explore various destinations from nature landmarks including the Masungi Geoserve of Baras and the famed Pililla Wind Farms to several cultural heritage sites such as the Antipolo Cathedral, Pinto Art Museum and the Angono-Binangonan Petroglyphs.
Beyond tourism, it is worth noting also the real estate market of Rizal which appeals to more and more potential investors especially those who favor the countryside complemented with the conveniences of modern functions. In recent years, key property players have introduced new development projects but there also those developers who have since made their names a solid force in the province. Among which is Sta. Lucia Land.
Considered as a pioneer in the grand east, Sta. Lucia truly embraced this province and made it as its first and foremost home. Sta. Lucia has developed over 61 projects in Rizal in the last decades. These range from residential developments, condotel developments, commercial projects and even resort themed communities.
Sta. Lucia Residenze
One of the latest Sta. Lucia flagship projects, the sprawling Sta. Lucia Residenze in Cainta Rizal is a condotel complex which will have 5 prime condotel structures. Its first two towers the Monte Carlo and Santorini Towers have already been opened to serve both short staying guests and residents; while its third tower Madrid have started accepting investors who would like to settle into their own refined unit. Built with charming amenities such as a swimming pool and fitness gym plus a direct access to the Sta. Lucia Mall and LRT Line 2: Marikina-Pasig Station, guests can look forward to exciting opportunities, premium comforts and convenience.
Palo Alto Leisure Farm and Residences

Set in the wondrous town of Baras Rizal, the Palo Alto Leisure Farms and Residences is not just a sprawling green neighborhood but a prominent landmark which have attracted both investors and nature lovers. With its exquisite community clubhouse and a lovely location which overlooks breathtaking landscapes, this property is definitely your haven where you can escape from the daily grind and settle in harmony of your ideal lifestyle.
Alta Monte Residential Estates
Soon to rise in the Pililla Rizal, Alta Monte Residential Estates is one of the latest offerings of Sta. Lucia. Envision to be a nature community, Alta Monte will take you to a neighborhood where you can dwell in the vigor of a thriving location, be engaged in outdoor recreation and bask in the thrilling views of the Pililla Wind Farm.

Truly no one knows the east like Sta. Lucia and with more than 50 years in the market, you can expect for proven real estate service which the Rizaleños have already been accustomed to.
“We are one with the Rizaleños in celebrating the 124th Founding Anniversary of the province. Rizal is an important piece of the Sta. Lucia Land company. It is what we considered as our true home and our roots which would always influence and inspire us. As we continue our real estate service to the people, we will continue to be at the forefront of the trends in the market especially with the introduction of new government infrastructure projects,” Sta. Lucia President Mr. Exequiel Robles shared.
In his op-ed piece published in Manila Bulletin, former Rizal Province Governor and current Antipolo Mayor Dr. Casimiro “Jun” Ynares III expressed his greetings for the province’s anniversary. “Today is the province’s own version of “Independence Day.”
The story of how Rizal became a province is worth retelling. As we have said before, this is a story that highlights three important lessons: One: That “Independence” is a choice; two: “independence” is also a responsibility; three: that one has to prove that he or she deserves the “Independence,” Ynares wrote.
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