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Property Overview
Zen Gardens is a high-end columbarium and cremation facility offering affordable memorial services in a serene, Japanese-inspired setting. Located in a 1,400 square meter facility along B. Mariano Street in San Mateo, Rizal, the property features premium family vaults, mausoleum slots, and peaceful gardens with a Zen theme. The facility includes Japanese-inspired Zen gardens, a koi pond, automated cremation processes with viewing capabilities, and multiple niche options for family memorialization. Established in 2011, it combines high-end ambience with affordable pricing, targeting middle and low-income families seeking dignified cremation and columbarium services.
Location & Neighbourhood
- Full Address43 B. Mariano St, Brgy. Sta Ana, San Mateo, 1850 Rizal, Philippines
- SubdivisionBarangay Sta. Ana
- City / MunicipalitySan Mateo
- ProvinceRizal
- Zip Code1850
- Walkability Score45
Nearby Places
- Batasan - San Mateo Bus Station900m12 minutes walk
- San Mateo Mountain RangeAdjacentScenic overlook
- Metro ManilaApproximately 30km45-60 minutes by vehicle
- Quezon CityApproximately 25km40-50 minutes by vehicle
About the Neighbourhood
Zen Gardens is situated in a serene environment along B. Mariano Street in the Sta. Ana barangay of San Mateo, Rizal. The area provides a peaceful, tranquil setting with views overlooking the San Mateo mountain range. The location is in a suburban area with relatively quiet surroundings, making it suitable for a memorial facility focused on reflection and remembrance. The facility is accessible by vehicle and public transportation via nearby bus stations.
Flood Risk Information
San Mateo, Rizal is located in Region 04A (CALABARZON) at an elevation that generally provides moderate flood risk. The facility's elevated position and location away from major water bodies minimize flood risk, though the area experiences monsoon seasons typical to the Philippine region.
Legal Documentation
Zoning Information
Non-residential (NR) zoning as a memorial/cremation facility. Licensed by DHSUD under License to Sell No. HL 35132 issued 30-Aug-2019.
Additional Information
- Reason for SellingNot applicable - this is a memorial/cremation facility offering columbarium ownership, not a traditional real estate sale.
- Pet PolicyNot applicable
- Renovation HistoryEstablished in 2011 with state-of-the-art facilities including automated cremation equipment. Continuous improvements to memorial services and facility amenities.
- Storage SpacesMultiple niche and vault options ranging from single-urn mausoleums to premium family vaults holding up to 8 urns
- Cultural HeritageJapanese-inspired Zen garden design reflecting peaceful memorial traditions and Eastern philosophy of remembrance and serenity
- Accessibility NotesFacility designed for public access with comfortable chapel settings, visitation areas, and contemplation spaces. Specific ADA accessibility features not detailed in available sources.
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Historical Price Trends
Since establishment in 2011, Zen Gardens has maintained a strategy of providing affordable cremation and columbarium services compared to traditional funeral parlors. Promotional pricing has been offered with discounts ranging from 35-45% off original listed prices (e.g., mausoleum slots discounted from ₱30,000 to ₱16,000, family vaults from ₱85,000-₱95,000 to ₱52,350-₱70,224).
Future Development Plans
Zen Gardens continues to expand its memorial keepsake offerings through partnerships (Shopee shop 690607219) and maintains its commitment to providing high-end facilities with affordable pricing. The facility's Japanese Zen garden theme and automated cremation equipment position it as an innovator in Philippine cremation services.
Reviews & Feedback 4.7
(6 reviews)
Beautiful recreation of a Japanese Zen Garden. So peaceful and relaxing, definitely worth more than the price. Well recommended!
All staff are very accommodating and the place is very clean.
The best place for the resting place of my mom.. quiet and clean... my sister in law had a dream and mom telling her that mom love the place and they are always laughing there with her new found friends.. miss you Nay.
A nice place good facility and accommodating staff
Properly maintained place for your love ones. Very accommodating personnels.
I was able to find this place when my aunt was cremated here. There was a koi pond inside the crematorium. The garden was so peaceful & quiet if you want spend time in the garden with your departed love ones.