What $500 a Month in Philippines Gets You | HOUSE HUNT 🇵🇭

What $500 a Month in Philippines Gets You | HOUSE HUNT 🇵🇭
The Philippines is a relatively affordable country in comparison to the US. In this video, I search Bohol, Philippines for the best quality rooms for the most affordable price. The Philippines is known for beautiful Filipino islands like the one you see here in Bohol, Philippines. Thank you for watching!
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[@johntony6974]

the $250 unit at 8:00 is a dream!!!! I live with very little 'things', minimalist as-you-will; and that private front porch balcony with the table is perfect!

[@TheMichaelBeck]

I make $10K a month. I would be happy as a clam in that apartment.

[@steel128]

I'd move in a second at that price

[@KC-in9px]

Please be aware that lower floor units are much cooler than those on the top floor. Attic insulation is virtually nonexistent in the Philippines.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Ooooo great tip! Thanks!

[@LarryfromPH]

Attic insulation non-existent in PH? Don't generalize. Check the cities.

[@KC-in9px]

@@LarryfromPH Was he looking at condos in Makati? No, I think that he's looking on Bohol.

[@monetizer]

Totally right! I'm living in a top floor unit in the 1st residence appearing in the video and didn't expect it to be that hot. Some friends are staying in a low floor unit here and the difference is huge. But on the other side the top floor units are much brighter

[@regorflora7915]

Nipa roof. Its an insulation and roof in one

[@chandlerbingbong]

6:45 having that lap pool on my doorstep would be like winning the lottery of life.

[@aartman01]

Very informative, and 14K is a bargain. Agreed... never disclose where you live.

[@markhindmarsh9360]

I can’t complain ,I pay $160 usd for 5 bedroom two story plus roof top balcony overlooking paddy fields.Two minutes walk to beach,you can swim there,but it sand bottom with rough rocks on bottom,I wear sandals when I in water

[@shanenelson5811]

Where is that at though?

[@Thelifeofjamesbrown]

man where is this lol

[@WindowLickerPuddleJumper]

No way Im going in water you have to wear shoes. Mainly the reason is because I am not a retard lol

[@boriska369]

Where sir? Name of city please

[@LEELUNK-IS-A-HUNK]

160 USD WEEK

[@josefalawson3049]

Paradise for less and no snow What a package. Good luck with the search.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

oh yeahhh! I love warm weather!

[@mortiarty7842]

You gona need sunscreen, thought my brown ass was good but nope😂

[@wavemaker2077]

Just a reminder that prices can be haggled down. Just give them a hint that you have other options and they might agree to your desired price.

[@aminouled]

Hi, how to find these houses? website?

[@wavemaker2077]

@@aminouled A lot of houses are not advertised online. So you have to be in the area. You can ask the locals if they know houses for rent.

[@aminouled]

@@wavemaker2077 thank you for your answer 🙏

[@kenfox22]

Nice. Good tip about lower floors. I'd be eating out most of the time

[@tradeladder146]

Its ok if you ride a Scooter or Motorbike living in these places, if you dont you're relying on Public Transport thats if its even available,and if its not your screwed. 👍

[@shielaolermo7201]

More explore every Region Jonathan we Filipino's love your content and u know how to interact to the locals .God Bless and stay safe always❤️🇵🇭.

[@paulorr9262]

Get a box fan to sleep with. It will muffle the sounds of roosters and dogs. Great video!!!

[@ldrcoupleinlove910]

Johnathan I don't think I have ever seen an area in the Philippines that quiet. I really do appreciate your videos.

[@Pj-mj7wi]

where is this?

[@brentonharvey2404]

WOW, Thanks for this Awesome Tour!

[@gendaminoru3195]

Glad to see the signs are not yet in Mandarin

[@winterxx1555]

haha. touché. I second that.

[@jpkiwi8744]

Given how the Chinese are dealing with the Filipinos these days..Don`t think u will see Mandarin anywhere for a very long time.

[@wesgraham2262]

Because of China’s intolerable behavior towards Filipinos and the abuse of Filipino fishermen at sea bynChinese warships, I don’t think the Philippines wants anything to do with Chinese and their rude behavior towards them. Good!

[@gendaminoru3195]

@@wesgraham2262 It goes way far beyond a matter of rudeness or opprobrium. This is an insidious type of imperialism and the only language they understand is force. I'm not a war monger but I don't see how this ends short of war with these people as China won't clean their own house.

[@jamesrecknor6752]

For years I dreamed of visiting China. One brief visit made me decide to never again visit. Why go somewhere to be despised.

[@vergelpila25]

Ingat sa intense heat .... this weather is crazy..... jonathan !

[@lilyjazel7764]

Too hot and humid in the Philippines!

[@malouaguilar9565]

i am new in your channel .. and it seems u love Phil.. The more u love Phil. the more filipino would love and support u ..Godbless❤

[@EatOffTop]

Definitely get what you pay for in this video. I see why the price difference. Amenities and larger size versus no amenity and smaller size. Great vid!

[@darrel1495]

Hi Jonathan, im John. Born and raised in the Philippines but living in Toronto Canada. I must say your videoe have been very fun and entertaining to watch! Ive been binge watching them since ive stumbled upon your channel! Love your raw and genuine interactions with the local as well as your adventures of the places in the Philippines! Enjoy your stay! Went back home last May 2022. Definitely recommend El nido CoroN Oslob and Moalboal! Cheers🙂

[@TylerLithgow]

Why would you move back to toronto

[@stevedamien638]

Yes Toronto yikes

[@marilynwillett804]

Yet you went out of your way to LEAVE, now here comes the excuses.

[@michaelg4664]

Look at all the Toronto haters. Probably 'small town syndrome'. lol Darrel didn't say anything negative about Toronto. And he probably immigrated there; he didn't "move back". Enjoy the advantages of Toronto, Darrel!

[@chucktapp1973]

apartment in Toronto is now $2500 CAD per month + electric + internet, food very expensive, plus 4 million people and heavy traffic daily

[@garlandetheridge9902]

Enjoyed the tour. Thanks

[@theforgotten5661]

Ive been in phils for 17 years your looking at to expensive i have lived in houses on beach for 5000 to 7000 month ive live in mansion with pool waterfall. 5 bedroom beachfront and other for 7000 to 12000 in cebu and leyte keep looking

[@freshandsaltyjohnny]

He's a white guy they gonna give him the most expensive prices lol.

[@PizzaLord]

28k is what I am paying for a primo condo with pool and gym in central Manila. No way you should be paying 28k for panglao.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Good to know. I agree, I thought it would be cheaper than this around here

[@PizzaLord]

@@travelescapesOFFICIAL Well it is. Seems like you are looking at hotels and their monthly deals. No local would live there. Try apartments that are 6 month deals. Even the places that are only available on a 1 yr deal usually can be negotiated to be 6 months instead of 1 year. The 6 month deals might be open to be negotiated on a 1 month rolling.

[@angryfrogger]

There are several places in Metro Manila where it's peaceful and quiet as well. Cheap food too. Panglao is a total rip off. The greed of the foreigners and their bisaya partners ruled that island. I feel bad for the native Panglaonons.

[@theghostoftravel]

@@angryfrogger good job blaming foreigners and bisayan people, piss off , fake account

[@Ojibwa_Islandboi]

I gotta figure out a way to make money online so I can travel

[@monkeylupi1922]

3rd is the most practical and best for a single person. 👍👍

[@philipfowler9044]

In 2016 and 2017 I rented a place in Panglao for 12k php. It was a small bungalow with a shared pool. Very similar to the 14k you showed here. So good to see Alona Beach. McDonald’s used to be a great bar called Helmut’s.

[@markbernhardt6281]

Just get a roku or amazon stick and everything is a smart tv

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

I don’t even know about this 😂 I’ve used a TV about 7 times in the last 10 years 😂 I’ll look into this though! I have a non-smart tv in my room now, I never use it, but I definitely would use it if it were smart. Thank you for the tip!

[@antoniominev6278]

Good information .. Many Thanks

[@babysacay8083]

Thank you for the informative pricing and details on renting apartments

[@nightwing4065]

The first one looks really nice! 😱👍 7:48 The P14K ($257 USD) also looks amazing & affordable for a single person.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Yeah it’s fairly new!

[@yurakgn]

@@travelescapesOFFICIAL Could you tell me where is it?

[@maelestepa9252]

@@yurakgnIf ever I live there since there’s no grocery store or market in the area it will be very difficult and disappointing to live your daily lives. I’d rather live in the city proper though a bit expensive because all the convenience are within your reach. $600/monthly is very cheap. I can’t even rent a closet here in San Francisco with that amount, really funny. Jonathan I just wonder what State you’re from? Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, where?

[@joepangit6938]

@@maelestepa9252 I have a house in a remote area of Bohol, but it is only a 15 minute scooter ride to Sagbayan market. I just keep a shopping list and get what I need. Once per month I go to Tagbilaran or Tubigon to larger stores if needed.

[@AndreMazi-du3ck]

​@@maelestepa9252, I travel to city once or twice a week, 40 minutes away and buy in bulk. Also the money you save, you can hire house help to take transport and shop for you. But everywhere there are stores to buy things or start your own store and make money. Iam paying $250.00 for 1 bedroom, kitchen, yard, and parlor. The city is like $400 to $600.00

[@mac697]

You’re cool. Thanks for liking the 🇵🇭

[@florenciocaintic4732]

That’s interesting project mate- goodluck 🙏

[@Mina_B_6175]

Hi Jonathan! Thanks for making a video on apartment prices! All your info is very helpful. When you rent the bikes, do they rent the helmet as well or do you have your own?

[@Alan-pv2bi]

I'd choose the first one from what you showed but the day/week/month place might be a good short term option to continuing to search for the ideal longer term home base.

[@myrajoy1437]

Thanks for sharing a nice impormision

[@cajunphilippine]

Thank you Jonathan, that was and relaxing views and some and some relaxing prices. You did a great discovery.

[@boardingpass8183]

The first one seems to be American style. You can tell the room door and design square and white only. Plain and simple. Nice tour 😊

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Yeah I like the simplicity also. Thanks for watching!

[@nzsl368]

*bohol diving exhibit* there's a diving exhibit in alona kew today it's one of the largest exhibits that attracts divers nationwide & even the world

[@Retired11Hotel]

This is awesome 🎉 thanks for sharing

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Thanks for watching!

[@sweetespresso392]

Always love watching your vlogs. I like that you are so transparent and try to be real with your contents. I am curious as to which one you chose? The first one is good but also the last one is practical esp with everything included in the monthly

[@amorio7896]

the rent is not aligned with minimum wage of a regular local it only caters to foreigners…just too much it’s not worth paying that much money even from someone who comes from the states like I do.

[@vickygultianovlog5221]

Hi Sir i wish you also make vlog in Anda. Area. There's also many nice View and very nice Resorts .interesting Cave too.

[@erekmeg]

You will feel it when it feels like "home" the moment you enter the house.😊

[@ilq00477able]

Great video dude. Loved it

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Thank you!

[@giadestiny6933]

Hi. I'm a new subscriber. I just saw your KZbin channel to a certain app. Well no need for me to mention but actually the lowest rental fee apartment is nice and simple. I personally love a house with a balcony. Thank you for lovin our country

[@GarysMetalDetecting]

Appreciate your research, thank you.

[@jlynnburton9718]

I agree the 14K unit looked nice to me also

[@Recon6]

Thank you mate! I will check it out 👍

[@ericmjrs798]

Hope ypu'll continue toenjoy your stsy in the Philippines

[@francistabar9675]

Awesome video Thank you

[@freddyoliver2656]

Good video buddy. Thank you

[@LeanoraPM]

Thank you it was very helpful.

[@Ron-oe7hg]

Thanks for the information. Philippines is like everywhere else. The prices keep going up lol.

[@Car_Porn]

For foreigners only lol

[@perlaaguinaldo]

Thanks jonathan for sharing hotel prices everybody needs those prices so people can prepare going to places here in php.stay safe always.👍✌🙏😍🇵🇭

[@user-eh9fz9cx6j]

I think Southeast Asia is very similar to Latin America. Both have big cities and beautiful beaches. Do you prefer Latin America or Southeast Asia?

[@vickygultianovlog5221]

Im really happy Sir to watching your vlog especially in Panglao Bohol very interesting i always look everyday your vlog and thank you for sharing . Watching from Old City in Germany.

[@cakessatisfaction9916]

Always taking care Jonathan.

[@1Maddd2mackxxx]

That's a pretty place. You showed us

[@nanealdiamond28]

I have lived in the Philippines over 5 years in Negros Oriental and ive always paid 20k per month for a two bed fully furnished to include tv, free wifi, cable tv, cctv and security guard. The apartment i live at now the water and electric is included in the rent and i pay 23k and the other places i rented it did NOT include electricity and water. Also i didn't have to pay two months security deposit amd first month rent and the other places i rented did.

[@gagamba9198]

Good point about electricity. In the Philippines it is expensive, usually second only to Singapore in SE Asia. Depreciating peso = higher fuel costs. and this is passed on to consumers. Higher rates also affect others like telcos and ISPs that have to keep equipment cool.

[@dirty_diver]

Doljo is nice - over looking the ocean :) but yeah, everything gets booked out fast

[@USBestCountryonEarth]

Thank you for this video.

[@user-mr8yb7ud3p]

I love phillipines its tropical ,never been there but i know its warm and nice

[@ChimpsAI]

Excellent video! Thank you. I am planning to spend a month in the Philippines late 2024, and perhaps create a plan to stay longer on a second trip.

[@andoyskies9855]

Happy to see Johnny Sins living happy in the Philippines.

[@cowboymcq6711]

Hello buddy I’m the first comment SICK ❕ Anyways I love your channel bro great content. And your on the same page as me a bit away from the cities but right on a beach 🏝 Where are you from in the states 🇺🇸 I’m from the northeast Keep the videos coming dude there a huge help bro ✌🏼I can’t wait to make it over there🇵🇭

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

I’m glad they’re helpful; thank you for watching! I’m from Alabama

[@cowboymcq6711]

@@travelescapesOFFICIAL o alright Alabama Bit of a change for you bro we’ll I guess any of us coming from the states actually I can’t wait to reach the Philipines should be quit the adventure Keep up the good work 👍🏼✌🏼

[@mywildflower-theadventures313]

Nice, thank you for sharing. We are a new subscriber.

[@patricklee780]

I love the Mangrove Apartelle!!

[@daisyfranco9626]

Hi travel escape , thank you for this information filipina watching from France god bless you

[@i_am_say10]

How’s France doing…hope yall ok

[@fishfinder4]

Just subscribed to your channel, great content. Sunshine Village would be my choice.. quiet , beautiful .

[@accruzbayan30]

this is cool, i love it 🥰

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevwanders]

This was informative. Thanks for sharing all the price range. Yup never reveal the place that you currently staying in... Thats for your personal safety..👍

[@babylily2448]

Super cool enjoy

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Thanks BabyLily!

[@user-ne6kj7er4z]

What was the name of the first place with the huge balcony for 26000? Names of all the places would in fact be helpful. 1:43

[@RogerThat1945]

For around 100 months rent I bought a detached country house in Japan with it's own mountain water supply.

[@xaiasworld]

Thank you so much for the content that you create, you have a worldwide effect of allowing others to follow their dreams! And for that, you certainly will be blessed! I wish you all the luck with everything that you do!💗💗💗💗💪💗💗💗💗

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Thank you for saying that and for watching!!

[@denismoreau3646]

Good info 😊 thanks

[@TravelAdventureFunTAF]

Thanks, great vid

[@honestnerd]

Thanks for sharing, Jonathan. How are you filming the audio on the bike? It sounds great but no background noise :D

[@FeelKoreaTV]

A lot of useful tips. 보홀을 예전에 가봤는데 참 아름다웠습니다.

[@antientdude1100]

Thank you for posting this video. I found it very informative.

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

I’m glad it was helpful!

[@Jb-mi2rm]

Great options Consider some 800-1000 places if possible

[@garybregel1572]

I just found your video, it's very informative. I just subscribed to your channel.

[@Sverrre]

11:38 that sound still haunts me.. waking up in the middle of the night with a tuko right above my head 😅

[@irmaabenes4023]

Very affordable and beautiful places.

[@Flat_Earth_Addy]

lol no

[@davidmorris2234]

Why are there no people in this video? Besides yourself and the agent that you talk to at each place, no people at any of the pools or walking around the hotel common areas. Looks nice, but I don’t know if I could live so far away from my children, who probably wouldn’t be able to visit there more than once every three to five years.

[@JohnKgeo]

Excellent video. 🎉 For private, incognito, quiet and business trip holiday.🎉 Yeah, for $1500 start and then $500 roughly/month. It's OK, fair prices. I liked the lady asking for cash for deposits etc😂

[@robertsothmann8110]

Bohol was an amazing time when I went there. Bohol Bee Honey Ice Cream is the world's best.

[@v1ncent27]

Bro hoping you can do a collab with The Philippines Life couple Mike and Bianca. That would be awesome to watch!

[@hardmtnbiker]

I think you could live on a low budget, just like you can travel like a backpacker and travel cheap. Personally I would not want to have a small budget and minimal lifestyle but some are ok with just hanging out. For me it’s necessary to be able to enjoy gym time, swimming,oceans,cycling and tennis. Plus of course traveling to nice resorts and island hopping. I guess it’s how you want to live and spend your time. I can’t imagine not having extra money to travel and enjoy other places either in the Philippines or around Asia?

[@linsvlog5223]

Thank you for sharing

[@talktimewitheddiej]

Great information 👌🏾

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

glad it was helpful!

[@MikeGervasi]

A studio apartment for $257. That's what I paid per month for mine in the US in 1986.

[@marblox9300]

Boy, I have been living in the wrong country all my life.!!! Looks far better for the price than anything in the U.S. Just the Association Fees and Property Tax on my tiny paid for condo west of chicago cost more than the full rent there. U.S. is a scam country.

[@jaysteezyYT]

Now Im looking for studios in dallas for 1k

[@floridaman5125]

275 a month for me in Dallas in 1994.

[@jamesburns2753]

Great video.

[@RobbieBlue]

Very Informative

[@travelescapesOFFICIAL]

Glad it was helpful!

[@richardcompton-xk7fj]

Great info!

[@aclau7]

Beautiful rental properties.

[@garyking6365]

They raised the rent in one year on that one place. Where are all the people? And only one place left at the one place but no one around.

[@waylonishere5239]

I enjoyed this tour

[@jaredcolahan759]

great video. have you thought about more in the rural areas. I'm not a city person and would really like to be closer to the families out there. hoping in a year or two.

[@Rick-qo3wq]

From working apartment maintenance I can tell you you are better off getting a top floor that way you don't have to worry about your apartment flooding out from apartments above you

[@WolfTau]

Wow, so interesting. How’s the safety there ?

[@linsvlog5223]

Watching from Dumaguete city

[@larryharry7221]

Negotiate the price. They can only say no. Make them an offer they can't refuse.