Circuit Makati

Also known as: Circuit Makati · Circuit · Santa Ana Racetrack Redevelopment

Definition

Circuit Makati is a 21-hectare master-planned mixed-use entertainment and residential district located in Barangay Carmona, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines. Developed by Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) in partnership with the Philippine Racing Club starting in 2012, the township is situated on the former site of the Santa Ana Park racetrack along the Pasig River. Circuit Makati integrates residential condominiums, corporate BPO office towers, retail shopping malls (Circuit Mall), performance theatres, and outdoor sports facilities, serving as a primary entertainment hub of Makati. (Wikipedia, Circuit Makati Govt)

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Also Known As

Circuit Makati
Circuit
Santa Ana Racetrack Redevelopment

Examples and Analogies

Circuit Performing Arts Theater: A world-class indoor theatre hosting plays, musicals, and corporate events within the district.
Ayala Malls Circuit: A prominent lifestyle shopping mall anchoring the retail, dining, and outdoor park options along the riverfront.

Usage Scenarios

1. Purchasing a Condo in Circuit

A professional working in Makati CBD buys a unit in Solstice Towers to live close to the office and weekend entertainment venues.

2. Leasing Office Space for Tech Firm

A software company rents a floor in the Circuit Corporate Center to leverage Makati’s premium corporate routing.

Strategies

Focus property investments in Circuit Makati to capture the Makati CBD corporate lease and lifestyle market.
Prioritize purchasing residential units in transit-oriented towers to secure high resale value.

Security and Safety Measures

Verify all Condominium Certificates of Title (CCT) at the Registry of Deeds of Makati before purchase.
Ensure that properties near the Pasig River incorporate proper structural defenses against seasonal high-tide river swelling.

Historical Context

In 2011, the Philippine Racing Club closed the historic Santa Ana Park racetrack, moving operations to Cavite. Ayala Land, Inc. entered a joint venture to redevelop the 21-hectare riverfront site. Construction of Circuit Makati began in 2012, planning it as an entertainment and business district. The opening of malls, BPO offices, and residential towers in the mid-2010s transformed the site into a major modern lifestyle hub of Makati. (Wikipedia)

Challenges and Controversies

River Swelling and Drainage Risks

The proximity to the Pasig River requires advanced pumping and drainage systems to prevent localized flooding during typhoons.

Commuter Access Constraints

The district is located away from primary MRT/LRT rail lines, forcing commuters to rely on jeepneys and private cars.