San Marino Residences Great Location Makes Life Convenient with Less Traffic and Shorter Travel Times

San Marino Residences is a Mediterranean inspired 21storey condominium located at the J De Veyra Street in Cebu City, right in the heart of the North Reclamation Area and just a short 4minutes walk to SM City Cebu and a few 8minutes walk to the other side of the road to the Robinsons Galleria. As we all know, the San Marino Residences building is center to almost all city routes as well as the nearby provinces and islands. The location clearly helps students reach their schools a few minutes with less traffic for one ride routes going to CDU, SWU, NU, Velez, University of San Jose Recoletos, and University of Cebu UCMed. Distance is truly an important factor in supporting the students. Students with gaps between classes can easily return to their condo to relax, eat a meal, or even take a power nap, which can significantly boost their energy and productivity for later classes. This means better flexibility for breaks, less stress, and reduced fatigue.

Distance from the school is a critical factor influencing not just convenience, but also the students academic performance, physical and mental well being, including their ability to fully engage with extraordinary university lives and experience. Financial considerations can be a trade off. While condos closer to universities might have higher rent, the savings on transportation costs (gas, public transport fares) and the time saved can sometimes offset the difference, making it a cost-effective choice in the long run. However, in San Marino Residences monthly rentals may range from as low as P13,000 to as high as P15,000 including condo dues for most studio type rooms offered up for rent.

Safer commute means better sleep patterns for both students and parents. Shorter distances, especially in urban areas, can mean less time spent in potentially unsafe public spaces, particularly during late night study sessions or events. Proximity makes it easier to attend extracurricular activities, group study sessions, club meetings, and campus events, fostering a more engaged and well rounded college experience. Also, shorter distances makes it easier for quick returns of forgotten items because it is much easier to run back to a nearby condo to grab a forgotten ID, textbook, or homework assignment.

Living at the San Marino Residences totally reduces commute time and stress. Long commutes are tiring and time consuming. Living close to school frees up precious hours that students can dedicate to studying, attending review sessions, working on projects, or simply getting much needed rest. Studies show that longer commute times are associated with higher rates of tardiness, absenteeism, and lower academic performance due to fatigue and decreased concentration. Battling traffic, crowded public transportation, or long walks can be mentally and physically draining. A shorter commute reduces daily stress, allowing students to arrive at school more refreshed and focused.

Project Overview
Total Land Area : 1,221 sqm.
Gross Building Floor Area : 20,154.59 sqm.
Total No. of Floors : 21 storeys
Total No. of Units: 476 units
Total No. of Parking : 68 slots
Year Built: January 2013

Type of Units :
Studio (20 to 22 sqm.)
Penthouse (20-88 sqm)

Location: J de Veyra Street, North Reclamation Area, Mabolo, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City, Cebu

Building  Features
Three (3) Level Parking
24- Hour Maintenance/Janitorial Services
Twin Elevator System
Fire Protection & Automatic Sprinkler System
Fire Alarm System
Back-up Generator
Centralized Individual Mailboxes
Covered Roof Deck for Special Events/ Functions
Fiber Optics Ready
Elegant Lobby & Reception Counter
Accessibility on laundry, convenience store, refilling station, restaurant Covered for Passenger Drop-off with Landscape Garden

Unit Features and Deliverables
Porcelain Tiles on living, dining, and kitchen area
Ceramic Tiles in T & B
T & B Complete with shower, water closet, lavatory, toilet paper holder & towel bar
Painted Walls
Wooden Panel Main Door
PVC Door on T & B
Exhaust Fan on T & B
PVC Sliding Windows with clear glass
Complete Electrical Switches and convenient outlet in living, dining, kitchen and T & B areas
Fiber Optics Ready
Kitchen Countertop and Overhead Cabinet

The home interior designs of a condo unit is often characterized by a blend of practicality, style, and maximizing limited space. Condos typically have smaller footprints than traditional houses, so every inch counts especially with the studio type condo units. Literally, making a good impression may directly depends on the budget and willingness of the homeowner to offer either the basic furnishing and styling or a different theme styling broken down by budget levels, focusing on maximizing impact of money.