Transit connectivity
Mencionado positivamenteThe El Ingenio metro station is within walking distance. The building also has bus and taxi stops on Via Transistmica — one of the most complete mobility profiles in Betania.
Macedonia
P.H. Macedonia Towers, Av. Simón Bolívar 3010
Betania4.2 · 13 reviews
Updated Nov 1, 2026View on the map
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Rentbuilding $950/moBuyarea $1,779/m²Sellwhat yours is worthFree. Opens Alma with this building already selected.
- $950
- rent/month, building
- $1,779
- per m², area
- 4.2
- 13 Google reviews
- 3 min
- walk to El Ingenio
Building data and Google reviews; asking prices on listing portals for Betania, as of Nov 1, 2026. Sources and method
About Macedonia
On Via Transistmica with the El Ingenio metro station within walking distance — the most connected location on the north corridor.
Macedonia is a residential tower located on Via Transistmica, in Betania, with the El Ingenio Panama Metro station practically next to the building. This combination of a main road axis plus a direct connection to the mass transit system is a differentiator that few towers on the north corridor offer, and it significantly reduces dependence on a car for commuting toward the city center, the financial district, or the airport corridor.
The building has a rooftop gym and pool, two amenities highlighted in verified reviews, and apartments are described as spacious with an open urban view. The 4.2 out of 5 average rating with 13 reviews reflects a mixed reception — users highlight the location and the common spaces, while some comments mention difficulties contacting administration and ground-floor commercial areas with low occupancy. Buyers should validate house rules and the management response time before closing the operation on a specific unit.
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Market data
$141K
Average sale price
1 comparable
$937/mo
Average rent
12 comparables
$1,396/m²
Median $/m²
1 units
6 days
Days on market
13 active listings
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What's nearby
92 places within a 10-minute walk. The nearest metro station, El Ingenio, is 3 minutes away on foot.
Among the 8 buildings in Betania, Macedonia ranks 1st for gym access: THE BOXING FAMILY is a 3-minute walk, while the zone median is 5 minutes. Macedonia ranks 2nd of 8 buildings in Betania for shopping access: Tecnocontrol is a 2-minute walk, against a zone median of 3 minutes. Among the 8 buildings in Betania, Macedonia ranks 3rd for school access: Escuela Manuel E. Amador is a 2-minute walk, while the zone median is 3 minutes. Parque is the nearest park to Macedonia: a 6-minute walk, against a Betania median of 4.5 minutes.
- Nearby gymsTHE BOXING FAMILY3 min walk
- EducationEscuela Manuel E. Amador2 min walk
- HealthcarePanaclinic5 min walk
- ShoppingMini Super Morrison1 min walk
- ParksParque6 min walk
- RestaurantsAbu omar Comida Libanesa2 min walk
- TransitEstacion El Ingenio3 min walk
- Specialty cafesLA PARRILLA 2 FERNÁNDEZ DE CORDOBA4 min walk
- CoworkingEdificio Don José13 min walk
See the 3 closest places in each category
Nearby gyms
- THE BOXING FAMILY3.7 (3)3 min225m
- FitClub PTY7 min520m
- Gimnasio Yuyin Luzcando4.1 (76)8 min570m
Education
- Escuela Manuel E. Amador2 min83m
- Instituto Panameño De Habilitacion Especial2 min103m
- Academia Cristiana Doulos2 min156m
Healthcare
- Panaclinic5 min361m
- Centro Medico Deportivo Bethania7 min511m
- Camara Hiperbarica de Panama5.0 (5)7 min515m
Shopping
- Mini Super Morrison4.5 (58)1 min58m
- Paical2 min89m
- MiniMarket Yael2 min89m
Parks
- Parque4.1 (23)6 min448m
- Parque Prof. David Crespo G.4.4 (53)7 min507m
- Parque Santa Eduvigis4.4 (69)9 min646m
Restaurants
- Abu omar Comida Libanesa4.6 (11)2 min119m
- El Gran Sol4.5 (2)3 min171m
- Novillo hotspot4.3 (18)3 min212m
Transit
- Estacion El Ingenio4.4 (112)3 min205m
Specialty cafes
- LA PARRILLA 2 FERNÁNDEZ DE CORDOBA5.0 (2)4 min254m
- EtiFruVer5.0 (1)6 min460m
- Kiosko Gimnasio Yuyin Luzcando5.0 (1)7 min552m
Coworking
- Edificio Don José4.0 (2)13 min981m
- Plaza Aventura Business Center4.3 (836)21 min1.7 km
- Be Productive4.9 (46)23 min1.8 km
Living at Macedonia
Resident profile
Is Macedonia right for you?
Recommended for
- Professionals who depend on the metro for daily mobility — the El Ingenio station is steps from the building.
- Residents who value rooftop amenities (gym and pool) with an open urban view.
- Mid-range buyers who prioritize a location on a main road axis with multimodal connectivity.
Keep in mind if
- Profiles who seek a quiet interior location away from main avenues — the building is on Via Transistmica.
- Buyers who require agile administrative response and active ground-floor commercial areas.
Review summary
What residents and visitors highlight
Analysis of 13 verified Google Maps reviews.
Rooftop amenities
Mencionado positivamenteThe rooftop gym and pool are specifically highlighted as well-executed spaces.
View from apartments
Mencionado positivamenteSpacious apartments with an open view. The location on Via Transistmica allows the urban horizon to be captured.
Administrative management
Comentarios mixtosSome reviews mention difficulty obtaining a response from the contact numbers and low occupancy of the ground-floor commercial spaces.
Google Reviews
4.2(13)
Health Wealth Zone
Excelente ubicación, genial vista desde el apartamento. Amplio y espacioso
Javier Igna S
Buena ubicación tiene el metro prácticamente alado pero parece un edificio abandonado, nadie contesta los números de contacto y toda la parte de abajo se encuentra vacía.
Stella Coquel
Tiene muy buena ubicación, cerca a la estación del metro el Ingenio, tiene parada de buses, y taxi, esta sobre la vía Transismica, en pleno corazón de Panamá.
Jorge A Quintana Ruiz
El edificio residencial más deplorable de todo Panamá
PanamaProp analysis
Investment thesis
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Análisis de inversión
Macedonia es una torre residencial ubicada sobre la Vía Transístmica en Betania, con la estación El Ingenio del Metro de Panamá prácticamente al lado del edificio. Los precios entre USD 141,960 y USD 167,000 lo posicionan en el tier mid-range accesible del corredor norte, con un diferenciador estructural: la conexión directa al sistema de transporte masivo reduce dependencia del automóvil para desplazarse al centro.
Para una unidad representativa de USD 155,000, un alquiler estabilizado entre 0.5% y 0.8% mensual ubica el ingreso bruto entre USD 775 y USD 1,240. Tras descontar mantenimiento, impuesto de inmueble, vacancia y reservas para reparaciones, el rendimiento neto realista se ubica entre 5% y 7% anual, superior a los bonos panameños del 3% al 4% con upside por valorización derivada del acceso al Metro — atributo que históricamente eleva valor de propiedades en un radio de 500 metros de las estaciones.
La calificación de 4.2 sobre 5 con 13 reseñas verificadas respalda la operación. Reseñas destacan gimnasio y piscina en azotea como amenidades valoradas. El acceso peatonal al Metro reduce vacancia entre inquilinos que evitan el costo y tiempo del desplazamiento vehicular, perfil cada vez más relevante en Ciudad de Panamá.
Ideal resident profile
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Perfil de residente ideal
El atributo diferenciador de Macedonia es la conexión peatonal directa con la estación El Ingenio del Metro. Calza con profesionales jóvenes que trabajan en el corredor financiero, estudiantes universitarios, parejas en formación, profesionales independientes sin vehículo propio, y residentes que priorizan eficiencia de tiempo sobre prestigio de zona.
La piscina y gimnasio en azotea ofrecen amenidades básicas para vida residencial activa, atributo valorado por residentes que buscan equilibrio entre precio accesible y servicios funcionales. El segmento de precio mid-range lo hace accesible para compradores primera vivienda con financiamiento hipotecario estándar.
No calza bien con perfiles premium que esperan amenidades resort tipo spa, cine privado, concierge o vista al mar. Tampoco resulta óptimo para familias numerosas que requieren amenidades específicamente infantiles ni para compradores que priorizan prestigio internacional de zona reconocida. La exposición a la Vía Transístmica implica ruido vehicular constante — visitar el edificio en distintos horarios antes de comprar.
Compared with similar buildings
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Posicionamiento relativo en la zona
Betania es un corregimiento residencial central de Ciudad de Panamá con tradición de clase media establecida. Macedonia se ubica en el tier mid-range del corredor norte, con la ventaja diferenciadora del acceso directo al Metro — atributo escaso en torres residenciales de la zona, donde la mayoría requiere desplazamiento vehicular o transporte público convencional.
La ubicación sobre Vía Transístmica ofrece conectividad vehicular eficiente con Transístmica, Tumba Muerto y el centro de la ciudad. Frente a torres más alejadas de estaciones del Metro, Macedonia sostiene ventaja competitiva sostenible en el tiempo, dado que la red del Metro continúa expandiéndose y los inmuebles próximos a estaciones tienden a apreciar más rápido.
La calificación de 4.2 sobre 5 con 13 reseñas está alineada con torres mid-range bien mantenidas. Frente a desarrollos premium del corredor financiero con precios sobre USD 350,000, Macedonia ofrece punto de entrada al mercado significativamente más bajo con tradeoffs en menor cantidad de amenidades y prestigio.
Risks to consider
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Riesgos a considerar
Iliquidez del activo. Inmuebles mid-range en Betania pueden tener tiempos de venta entre 6 y 18 meses, dependiendo de ciclo de crédito hipotecario y precio de listado.
Ruido y exposición vial. La ubicación sobre Vía Transístmica implica exposición a tráfico denso, ruido vehicular y posible afectación por obras viales. Visitar el edificio en horarios pico y nocturno antes de comprar, especialmente para unidades de pisos bajos.
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Muestra pequeña de reseñas. Solo 13 reseñas limitan la profundidad estadística. Conversar con residentes actuales sobre suministro de agua, seguridad, ascensores, mantenimiento general y calidad de administración antes de avanzar.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an apartment in Macedonia cost?
According to PanamaProp's catalog, the median rent in Macedonia is $950/month, based on 12 listed units as of Sep 26, 2026. These are active-inventory market figures, not an appraisal; contact us for availability.
Where is Macedonia located?
Macedonia is in Betania, Panama City. The map at the top of this page shows its location.
Are there apartments for sale at Macedonia?
Yes. This page shows sale listings published on portals for Macedonia. Ask the PanamaProp team about availability before visiting.
Are rentals available at Macedonia?
Yes. The "Rent" tab shows listings published on portals, with monthly prices in USD. Ask the PanamaProp team about availability.
How do I ask about availability at Macedonia?
Use the "Ask our team about availability" button: it opens Alma with Macedonia already selected. You can also request an alert when a unit is listed or write to info@panamaprop.com.
How do you get to the Metro from Macedonia?
The El Ingenio Metro station is a 3-minute walk from Macedonia.
Which schools are near Macedonia?
Within walking distance of Macedonia: Escuela Manuel E. Amador (2 min), Instituto Panameño De Habilitacion Especial (2 min) and Academia Cristiana Doulos (2 min).
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