Real Estate in Tabucan
Tabucan in Paranas: a quiet residential enclave. A practical choice for buyers in Samar.
About Tabucan
Tabucan forms part of Paranas's residential landscape in Samar. Property transactions here are primarily end-user driven: families buying a permanent home and workers seeking affordable accommodation near employment centers. The barangay shares Paranas's overall market character, shaped by the city's position within Eastern Visayas (Region VIII). Property types in Tabucan reflect Paranas's market: single-family homes, townhouses, and affordable condominiums. Buyers here are typically middle-income families and workers seeking affordable, accessible housing near employment. Standard due diligence — title verification at the Registry of Deeds, barangay clearance, and a physical site visit — applies to all purchases in this barangay.
Location Details
Flood Risk
High Flood Risk
Paranas's high flood-risk rating applies to Tabucan. This does not mean every property floods equally — some streets and elevated lots within the barangay may have a strong safety record. But buyers cannot assume safety based on the barangay name alone. Verify at the property level using PAGASA flood maps and DRRMO records.
Transport
Tabucan connects to Paranas's road network via barangay roads. Local transport — tricycles for last-mile access, jeepneys and UV Express vans for onward connections — serves the community. Commute time to Paranas's commercial center ranges from 10–40 minutes depending on the barangay's distance from the main arterial road.
Amenities
Basic community amenities in Tabucan include the barangay health center, covered court, and public elementary school. For secondary education, medical care, groceries, and commercial services, residents travel to Paranas's town center or the nearest urban hub in Samar.
Growth Potential
Paranas is an established market, and Tabucan reflects that. Properties are priced to reflect genuine local demand rather than speculation — making them relatively fair value for buyers who intend to live in or rent out their property over the medium term.
Properties
No listings in Tabucan yet
Buyer Questions
Frequently asked about Tabucan real estate
Can I operate a business from a property in Tabucan, Paranas?
Running a business from a residential property in Tabucan requires a barangay business permit and compliance with Paranas's zoning regulations. Light commercial use (sari-sari store, home office, small service business) is generally permitted in residential zones with the appropriate permits. For larger commercial or industrial operations, verify the lot's zoning classification at Paranas's CPDO before purchasing.
Is Tabucan zoned residential or commercial?
Zoning for Tabucan is defined by Paranas's Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP). Most barangays have mixed residential-commercial zoning along main roads and residential zoning for interior streets. Verify the specific lot's zoning classification at the Paranas CPDO (City/Municipal Planning and Development Office) before purchasing, especially if you intend to operate a business.
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