Real Estate in Matata
Matata in Ungkaya Pukan: a working-class residential community. A practical choice for buyers in Basilan.
About Matata
The barangay of Matata in Ungkaya Pukan is a working-class residential community. The barangay reflects a typical residential development pattern — houses fronting barangay roads, with sari-sari stores and small home-based businesses along the main access route. Flood risk varies within Ungkaya Pukan — a property-level investigation is essential before any purchase. Real estate in Matata is accessible to local families and employed workers looking for permanent, practical homes, with house-and-lot units, townhouses, and low-rise condominiums at stable price points at price points reflecting Ungkaya Pukan's position in the Basilan market. Pag-IBIG financing is commonly available for properties in this price range.
Location Details
Flood Risk
Flood Risk Varies
Matata's variable flood-risk profile means some properties here flood regularly, while others have a clean flood history. Buyers cannot make safe assumptions without property-level research. The DRRMO office, immediate neighbors, and a physical site visit after heavy rain are the most reliable information sources.
Transport
Public transport in Matata consists of barangay tricycles and jeepney routes to Ungkaya Pukan proper. For provincial and inter-city travel, the nearest bus terminal or transport hub in Ungkaya Pukan's town center is the primary departure point. Residents with private vehicles have the most flexibility given the barangay road network.
Amenities
Matata has access to a local elementary school, barangay health center, and covered multi-purpose hall within the community. Larger amenities — wet market, high schools, hospitals, malls, and government offices — are concentrated in Ungkaya Pukan proper.
Growth Potential
The established growth rating for Matata indicates a market where demand comes from genuine end-users — local families, workers, and retirees — rather than investors chasing appreciation. This typically results in fair pricing and lower long-term vacancy risk for landlords.
Properties
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Buyer Questions
Frequently asked about Matata real estate
Is it safe to buy property in Matata, Ungkaya Pukan?
Matata is a barangay within Ungkaya Pukan, which has variable flood risk and established growth potential. Buyers should verify: (1) the specific property's flood history, (2) proximity to drainage canals, and (3) the barangay safety record from the local PNP station. For most end-users, property-level due diligence matters more than the barangay name.
How long is the commute from Matata to Ungkaya Pukan center?
Commute time from Matata to Ungkaya Pukan proper depends on the barangay's location relative to the main road. By tricycle and jeepney, expect 15–40 minutes. Private vehicle significantly reduces this. Ask the seller or nearby residents for a realistic daily commute estimate.
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