PUEBLO de Oro Development Corporation, the residential arm of the ICCP Group, marks its 30th anniversary with renewed momentum in Cagayan de Oro (CDO), the city where its legacy began. From pioneering township development to shaping the region’s urban future, Pueblo de Oro continues to redefine sustainable living and economic vitality in Northern Mindanao.
Founded in 1995, Pueblo de Oro’s flagship 400-hectare township in Uptown CDO remains a benchmark for master-planned communities in the region. Anchored by the Pueblo de Oro Golf & Country Club, an 18-hole, all-weather course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, the township has evolved into a vibrant residential and commercial hub, reflecting three decades of strategic growth and community-building.
From subdivisions to smart cities: Southridge and the rise of integrated living
Southridge, a 31-hectare township at the Laguindingan-PDO Diversion Road junction, exemplifies Pueblo de Oro’s transformation from horizontal subdivisions to vertical mixed-use developments. Inspired by the collaborative energy and understated elegance of Silicon Valley’s campus-style communities, Southridge blends residential and commercial spaces with open areas and modern amenities, designed to foster connection, convenience, and a contemporary lifestyle.
The development aligns with Pueblo de Oro’s broader vision for integrated living, which includes announced projects such as Masterson Mile North, a planned luxury condominium cluster designed by Gensler Singapore and Casas+ Architects, and Westwoods Storeys, a proposed seven-tower mid-rise enclave within the urban rainforest.
Greening the City: Urban rainforest park and ESG in action
Sustainability remains central to Pueblo de Oro’s vision. The 40-hectare Urban Rainforest Park in Barangay Carmen serves as both an ecological sanctuary and an urban amenity, integrating green infrastructure into the city’s evolving skyline. Solar energy installations now power key township facilities, including The Hub at Bamboo Lane and the Pueblo Golf clubhouse. Water conservation efforts, such as man-made lakes that recycle irrigation runoff, further demonstrate the company’s commitment to climate-resilient design.
Pueblo de Oro underscores its commitment to building communities that thrive in harmony with nature. The company views sustainable development not merely as the construction of homes, but as the creation of safe, resilient environments designed to support generations to come.
Driving Mindanao’s growth corridor
Beyond real estate, Pueblo de Oro plays a catalytic role in Mindanao’s economic expansion. Its developments generate thousands of jobs across construction, retail, and services, while providing accessible housing and commercial opportunities that align with CDO’s rising investor interest.
Pueblo de Oro recognized Cagayan de Oro’s potential to become a key growth center in Mindanao three decades ago. Guided by this vision, the company set out to build not only homes but a thriving township capable of supporting the region’s economic ambitions. This vision continues to unfold today.
According to the Philippine Development Plan 2023–2028, Cagayan de Oro is set to become the country’s fourth metropolitan area, driven by its strategic location, population growth, and role as a logistics and education hub.
The city leads Northern Mindanao’s economic ascent, posting the region’s highest per capita GDP at ₱358,879. CDO also ranked 7th overall in the 2023 Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Index, placing 2nd in Resiliency, 5th in Innovation, and 7th in Government Efficiency.
Recent discussions around a potential world-class exhibition facility in CDO, part of broader efforts to enhance the city’s MICE and trade infrastructure, signal growing interest in positioning the city as a future hub for international business and investment.
As Pueblo de Oro enters its fourth decade, its legacy in Cagayan de Oro stands as both foundation and springboard, proof that visionary urban planning, environmental stewardship, and inclusive growth can converge in one thriving community.
