THE SHORT ANSWER
- Real, but not built yet. MRT-4 is a planned 13 to 14 km rail line from EDSA-Ortigas to Taytay, Rizal.
- Target dates: construction around Q2 2027, finishing around Q1 2031, per the ADB.
- Today: Ortigas Center is about a 20-minute drive from The Hive Residences, longer at rush hour.
If you’ve looked at condos in Taytay, someone has probably told you a train is coming. They’re talking about MRT-4. It’s real, but timelines matter when you’re buying a home. Here’s what has actually been announced, what’s still pending, and what it means for you whether you move in this year or in 2031.
What MRT-4 is
MRT-4 is a planned elevated railway of about 13 to 14 kilometers with 10 stations. It will run along Ortigas Avenue from the EDSA-Ortigas interchange, where it connects with MRT-3, through Pasig and Cainta to Taytay, Rizal.
Where things stand in 2026
The project is still in the pre-construction stage. In January 2026, the Department of Transportation said funding talks with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) were still ongoing. According to the ADB, construction is expected to start around the second quarter of 2027 and finish around the first quarter of 2031.
Dates on big infrastructure often move. MRT-4 was first expected to break ground in 2021. So we suggest you treat 2031 as a target, not a promise.
What it means if you live at The Hive
- Today: you reach Ortigas by car, bus or UV Express along Ortigas Avenue Extension. Ortigas Center is about a 20-minute drive away, longer at rush hour.
- During construction: expect road works and heavier traffic on Ortigas Avenue for a few years.
- After it opens: the line is designed to connect Taytay to Ortigas and to MRT-3 at EDSA, which could change daily commutes for the whole area.
Why buy now instead of waiting?
Waiting for the train means waiting years. Owners at The Hive Residences are already living close to WalterMart, banks, schools and hospitals today. If MRT-4 opens on schedule, you’ll already be settled when it does.
Frequently asked questions
Per the ADB, construction is targeted to start around Q2 2027 and finish around Q1 2031. Timelines may change.
Yes. The line is planned to end in Taytay, Rizal. Final station locations should be checked against the latest DOTr announcements.
It’s about a 20-minute drive from The Hive Residences to Ortigas Center outside rush hour. Expect longer during peak hours.
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Sources: Inquirer, Gulf News, DOTr and ADB update, January 2026. Last checked October 2026.