Landlord Elicits Reactions From Netizens for Renting Out House at P12,000 per Month
A landlord went viral and elicited backline online sparked an online debate after posting about a house for rent at P12,000 per month.
Mima Mary, a Facebook user, shared photos of a house-for-rent that seemed to be in poor condition. The post spread like wildfire online and garnered various reactions from the social media users.
In the photos, the structure appeared old and patched up, with cluttered interiors and minimal organization. Despite this, the monthly rent was set at P12,000, prompting many to question whether the price matched the property’s state.
According to the landlord’s post, the house is located in Delpan, a densely populated area, and comes with basic utilities like its own electric meter and water supply. The rental terms included one month’s advance payment and one month’s deposit. The property also offered a two-floor layout for tenants.
Critics online expressed surprise over the monthly rate, with some commenting that the price seemed excessive for the condition of the house. Others argued that it showed the challenges in urban areas where rental spaces, even in less-than-ideal conditions, often come with high price tags.
However, some netizens, pointed out the prime location of the property in Delpan, which might justify the rental price for those needing quick access to work and other city conveniences. They suggested that properties in urban hubs naturally come at a premium, regardless of appearance.
The incident discusses housing affordability and quality, particularly in densely populated cities. As urbanization continues, cases like this shed light on the urgent need to address housing standards and affordability to ensure tenants can access safe and reasonable living spaces.
Here is the full post:
“Baka Po may gusto DELPAN AREA RENT WHOLE HOUSE FOR ONLY 12,000 1MONTH DEPOSIT
1MONTH ADVANCE
1FLOOR TO SECOND FLOOR
May sariling contador at metro Ng tubig Kindly call me & message me 09665890912”
In another post, a landlady removes doors and windows over unpaid rent
The online community expressed their reactions to the post:
