Straddling east and west, this world city has a fascinating mix of old and new – and apartments for sale in Istanbul embody this diversity. New developments on Istanbul’s European side by big name brands are the ultimate in modern style and no-holds-barred luxury, with 5-star hotel facilities and every ‘extra’ imaginable. Expect to pay around Euro 150,000 for a smallish apartment in European Istanbul. Prices range up into the millions of pounds. A housing shortage, coupled with Turkey’s economic success has meant that apartment prices are rising fast in Istanbul (more than 10% annually according to a recent Reuters report) – and property is being snapped up at lightning speed, with 90% of units sold before development completion.
How much do apartments in Istanbul cost?
Renovated apartments in Istanbul are a good option for Istanbul buyers looking for something with a more traditional feel. A number of Ottoman-style apartments and penthouses have been tastefully renovated in the stylish European side of the Bosphorus. These start at around Euro 150,000. Developments have also sprouted on the city’s outskirts to cater for the growing population of commuters, these units have good facilities and travel links to the central city. Cheaper, but with good returns, these low entry level apartments for sale in Istanbul are a good investment for someone who would like to dip their toe into the city’s growing rental market. Units start at around Euro 45,000.
Apartments for Sale in Istanbul
Property buyers looking at apartments for sale in Istanbul should prepare themselves for a whirlwind journey of Turkey’s busiest and most comprehensive real estate market. Whether you want an off-plan two-bedroom apartment, a resale loft with high ceilings, old or modern family homes with terraces and balconies, duplex or studio apartments, you’ll find what you are looking for within your budget on both the Asian and European sides of the city.
Istanbul’s portfolio of apartments for sale ranges from budget bargains to ideal long-term investments to luxury penthouses with an all-encompassing sea view to match. You can start your property search now because our portfolio with hundreds of apartment listings focuses on all areas of Istanbul.
Each listing includes photos, floor plans, key features, location details, and reasons that property stands out. To know more about any home, fill in the enquiry form to receive more information or arrange a viewing. If you are an international investor or it's your first time buying into Istanbul’s apartment market, it helps to know which area you want to buy a flat in, because they all differ and each has something unique to offer.
For people who are unsure, we run viewing trips around Istanbul so you can get to know neighbourhoods and where the shops, schools, bars, restaurants, banks and transport links are, but here is a quick snapshot of areas that are marking their mark on Istanbul’s property market.
Prominent areas for Apartments Sales in Istanbul
The Sisli area in European Istanbul revolves around business and shopping malls, yet desirable neighbourhoods have plenty to offer apartment buyers. Bomonti, a district undergoing renovation and an overhaul of its urban planning structure attracts real estate investors looking for long term capital appreciation. Its late entry to modernising its real estate portfolio has also kept prices down, making it ideal for budget buyers.
The other neighbourhood, Nisantasi suits luxury buyers. As an upmarket region, the lifestyle revolves around hedonism and comfort, and some penthouses in the area are stunning examples of idyllic and luxurious homes. Another alternative for luxury apartment buyers is prestigious Cihangir, a neighbourhood with a reputation engrained in the arts, culture and social scenes.
Besiktas on the shores of the Bosphorus is high profile and ideal for people who want great transport links or to be in the heart of the business centre, Levent. Sitting on either side of the Golden Horn, buyers looking at apartments for sale in Fatih and Beyoglu should expect to pay a higher price per square meter because these districts are the hearts of old and new Istanbul. However, their charming portfolio includes original, unique homes for urban city fans.
Urban regeneration has transformed Eyup into a famous conservative district while Beylikduzu attracts investors with its low prices per square metre and future potential. Over on the Asian side of Istanbul, areas dominating the market include Pendik, Kartal and high profile Uskudar.
How to search for a flat in Istanbul
To start your home search, browse our listings of apartments for sale in Istanbul, or if you are looking at a specific district, contact us, and we’ll send a range of apartments in that area to your email inbox. As an experienced estate agent operating all over Turkey, we’ve guided thousands of people through the Istanbul apartment buying process, and ready to help you in your search for a perfect home.
Completed and ready for buyers to move in, these brand new apartments are for sale in central Bomonti area of Istanbul and are within a five minute walking distance to a range of restaurants, shops, and more.
Constructed to the very best standards of modern real estate, these spacious properties are for sale in the residential area of Maslak and are within a short walking distance to a 1.5km long street lined with shops.
Title Deed ready, these modern apartments rise within the Central Business District of Istanbul and are available in various types and sizes – suitable for those investing as well as those relocating to Turkey.
Designed and built to luxury standards, these first call properties are the perfect investment or lifestyle purchase in the historical settings of Topkapi in Zeytinburnu – available today in sizes ranging from one – four bedrooms for buyers.
For sale on the Anatolian side of Istanbul, these luxury-designed Cekmekoy properties are suitable for families relocate to Turkey and have Title Deeds in place – suitable for Turkish Citizenship applications.
Centrally located at the meeting point between Kagithane and Maslak, this striking project offers homes ranging in sizes from studios up to large four bedroom properties and is just 15 minutes away from Taksim and Besiktas.
Brand new apartments for sale in Istanbul just minutes from Taksim Square – this is one of the top opportunities for those looking to invest in brand new residences in one of the most sought after locations in the city.
Just a short walking distance away from Taksim Square and historical monuments, these contemporary apartments are for sale in Beyoglu area of Istanbul and are suitable for investment and lifestyle buyers.
Located within the central heart of Istanbul, these top quality properties rise in Kagithane and form part of an excellent complex equipped with various social facilities and shared spaces for residents to enjoy daily.
Built to excellent standards by a top developer in Istanbul, this beautiful project is located in Cengelkoy on the Anatolian side of the city and is suitable for those who are looking to raise their children in Turkey.
Forming part of a complex with social facilities and spaces for residents to enjoy, these centrally located apartments are for sale in Kagithane area of Istanbul and are available in sizes ranging up to three bedrooms.
Forming part of an excellent complex designed and built for family living, these quality apartments are for sale in Uskudar on the Anatolian side of Istanbul – just a few minutes away from shops and transport.
La Mer Dragos is an opportunity not to miss out on, these Title Deed ready apartments are for sale in Dragos area of Maltepe and have been approved for buyers looking to obtain a Turkish Passport through Investment.
Ideal for Turkish Citizenship by Investment applications, these brand new apartments are for sale in Atasehir and have been strategically located just 500 metres away from the new International Finance Center.
Overlooking the beautiful Cekmekoy Forest is this outstanding development of luxury designed apartments for sale on the Asian side of Istanbul, offering buyers the opportunity to raise their children in a green area with clean air.
Just moments away from public transport for those looking to commute and move around the city, these brand new Times Tower apartments are found in Atasehir area of Istanbul within the new international financial centre.
Boasting a full range of social and communal facilities, these designer apartments are for sale on the Asian side of Istanbul in the sought after area of Kartal and are perfect for residential living or raising a family in Turkey.
These properties are ideal for buyers who are looking to obtain a Turkish passport and are located in Kadikoy on the Anatolian side of Istanbul – just a few moments away from daily amenities and transportation.
Suitable for Turkish Citizenship and nestled within the residential area of Dikilitas in Besiktas, these modern apartments have everything in place for families and those looking to live in the city centre of Istanbul.
Masgard Istanbul - Available in sizes ranging up to four bedrooms, this deluxe project is located in the prestigious area of Maslak and is just opposite Vadi Istanbul, the finest shopping full of international stores, branded boutiques, and things to do every day.