Santos Knight Frank

Santos Knight Frank The leading real estate services provider and your partners in property since 1994. For more info, email [email protected]

Winner at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2021: Best Real Estate Agency, Best Property Consultancy, Best Lettings Agency. Santos Knight Frank (formerly known as CBRE Philippines) was established by Rick Santos in Manila in 1994 as the country’s first fully integrated real estate service provider. The company rebranded with Knight Frank as the new long-term partner with effect from 1 January 2017.

Founded in 1896 and headquartered in London, Knight Frank is the largest privately owned global real estate consultancy, with more than 500 offices in 60 markets across the globe. Since foundation in 1994, the Philippine business has grown it to its current size of more than 1,400staff operating across the country and consisting of 11 stand-alone, market leading business lines with specialist teams focusing on: Occupier Services & Commercial Agency; Research & Consultancy; Valuations; Investments & Capital Markets; Facilities Management; Technical Services; Property Management; Project Management; Asset Management; Residential Services and Group Business Services.

Every generation has its nation-builders—people who create opportunities, develop communities, and make decisions that s...
31/08/2026

Every generation has its nation-builders—people who create opportunities, develop communities, and make decisions that shape the Philippines for years to come.

Today, we honor those who paved the way and those who continue to move the country forward.

Happy National Heroes Day.

Demand for spacious 3-to-4-bedroom residences is surging, driven by an influx of multinational executives and expats.​Ma...
28/08/2026

Demand for spacious 3-to-4-bedroom residences is surging, driven by an influx of multinational executives and expats.​

Major 2026 completions like Aurelia Residences, Eluria, and Parkford Suites launch right on time to meet this fast-growing demand.​

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Philippine economic zones locked 72% of their annual target in eight months as investments doubled, driving an immediate...
27/08/2026

Philippine economic zones locked 72% of their annual target in eight months as investments doubled, driving an immediate surge in industrial site construction.​

Led by manufacturing and expanding regional hubs, this rapid growth points to rising demand for prime land, logistics facilities, and commercial spaces.​

Swipe through to explore the key takeaways and what this industrial surge means for the broader market.​

Your business may have a 5- or 10-year plan. But can you say the same for your space?As organizations grow, their workpl...
26/08/2026

Your business may have a 5- or 10-year plan. But can you say the same for your space?

As organizations grow, their workplace and property needs evolve with them. From expansion and reconfiguration to renovations, upgrades, and new developments, planning ahead can help ensure your spaces are ready to support what comes next.

At Santos Knight Frank, our Project Management team helps organizations turn business goals into well-planned, future-ready spaces from strategic planning and design through project delivery.

Cebu is now a MICE hub, moving beyond leisure.​Driven by strategic aviation connectivity through the Mactan-Cebu Interna...
25/08/2026

Cebu is now a MICE hub, moving beyond leisure.​

Driven by strategic aviation connectivity through the Mactan-Cebu International Airport and massive capital deployment from leading developers like Megaworld and SM, the city offers a high-value, cost-efficient corporate alternative to Metro Manila.

This growth is fueling high demand for commercial and hospitality real estate while expanding nationwide business tourism through regional venues like SMX Clark and Cabanatuan.​

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Manila remains one of the most competitive office markets in the Asia Pacific. At USD 28.18 per sq ft per year, Manila’s...
24/08/2026

Manila remains one of the most competitive office markets in the Asia Pacific.

At USD 28.18 per sq ft per year, Manila’s average prime office occupancy cost remains significantly below other major APAC business hubs including Bangkok, Taipei, Mumbai, and Delhi-NCR.

This cost advantage reinforces Manila’s position as a compelling destination for businesses looking to balance quality office space with operational efficiency.

Swipe through for a regional comparison of prime office occupancy costs.

The people who shape the future are often the ones willing to question the present. On Ninoy Aquino Day, we remember the...
21/08/2026

The people who shape the future are often the ones willing to question the present.

On Ninoy Aquino Day, we remember the courage to challenge the status quo, stand for what matters, and inspire others to move forward.

At Santos Knight Frank, we believe progress is built by those who see beyond what exists today—and have the conviction to help shape what comes next.

Here’s to the people who spark change.

Metro Manila isn't the only place where growth is happening. ​As development decentralizes, real estate opportunities ar...
20/08/2026

Metro Manila isn't the only place where growth is happening. ​

As development decentralizes, real estate opportunities are rapidly expanding into regional provincial hubs. ​

According to the Santos Knight Frank H1 2026 Property Market Update, key drivers like retail expansion across secondary markets, major industrial initiatives like the Luzon Economic Corridor, and infrastructure-led tourism are reshaping the property landscape.​

While provincial investments offer compelling long-term potential, success relies heavily on strong market fundamentals, infrastructure proximity, and economic growth trends.​

Connect with Santos Knight Frank today to explore data-backed insights and emerging regional opportunities across the Philippines.

Japan’s Kansai Electric Power Co. has acquired a stake in the 600-MW Wawa Pumped Storage Hydro Project, joining forces w...
19/08/2026

Japan’s Kansai Electric Power Co. has acquired a stake in the 600-MW Wawa Pumped Storage Hydro Project, joining forces with Enrique Razon Jr.’s Prime Infra and Federico Lopez’s First Gen. ​

This milestone marks Kansai's first overseas pumped storage investment, bringing critical global expertise to reinforce grid stability and expand the country's clean energy infrastructure. ​

Connect with us to discuss how these energy developments create new opportunities for your assets.​

Global shifts in technology supply chains are reshaping economic priorities, and the US-led Pax Silica framework stands ...
17/08/2026

Global shifts in technology supply chains are reshaping economic priorities, and the US-led Pax Silica framework stands at the forefront of this transformation. ​

By decentralizing global tech sectors like semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and minerals away from concentrated markets, the initiative opens a strategic window for the Philippines. ​

For investors and enterprises, this macroeconomic evolution translates directly into local opportunities, bridging international tech security with domestic real estate growth, advanced manufacturing, and high-value capital investments.​

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