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Turkey is a vast country, over three times the size of the UK and some 25% larger than France. Straddling between Europe and Asia, with almost 7,000 kilometres of Mediterranean, Aegean and Black Sea, Turkey is home to a unique mosaic of cultures, diverse landscape and dynamic social make up. If you are looking for property overseas, wish to buy a holiday home in the sun, a place to retire or purely real estate investment in an upwardly mobile country, then no search is complete without having a good look at Turkish real estate for sale.
Where to buy a holiday home in Turkey?
With so many lovely resorts and towns to choose from, it is a task in itself to decide where to buy that special villa in Turkey or that sea view apartment, which will be your new home in Turkey and double up for some rental income. According to statistics published by the Turkish real estate agents association, Antalya, Fethiye, Bodrum and Side are the most popular holiday home destinations in Turkey. Properties in Antalya enjoy the proximity of a bustling seaside city with lovely beaches and excellent golf courses of Belek, whereas Kalkan properties provide some of the most dramatic sea views experienced in the entire Mediterranean, not to mention Kalkan's elegant setting and fine dining. Side holiday homes for sale are ideal for families with children, where shallow waters gently touch sandy shores. Real estate in Bodrum on the other hand is your key to Turkey's most sophisticated resort with plenty of sailing and seafront homes in lovely Yalikavak, Turkbuku or Gumusluk. Then we have sun-soaked Fethiye with most affordable villas and flats for sale in Turkey near the most pictured Oludeniz beach.
Looking to retire overseas - where should you buy your retirement home in Turkey?
When considering a permanent move abroad and buying a property for year round living, there are some important factors to take into account. Proximity of amenities, hospitals, schools and a stable local community are some of the elements one would naturally look at. In our dealings with over 10,000 people from all over the world looking at Turkish real estate with a view to permanent living in Turkey, we find that properties in Fethiye, Bodrum and Antalya (including Side and Kemer) are natural favourites for year round living. They all have excellent climates with over 300 days of sunshine, mild winters and the right level of facilities to sustain year round living.
Where to invest in Turkish real estate?
With an average annual GDP growth in excess of 8% for 2010 - 2012 period, Turkey has posted exceptional economic performance compared to the EU zone and indeed to BRICs (Brazil, Russia, India, China). In 2011 and 2012 Turkey's economic expansion was only second to China. IMF estimates that Turkey will yet again outperform most BRICs countries and certainly the entire Euro zone in 2013 - 2017 period with an average annual expansion of 5%+ projected. Turkish real estate industry is currently one of the major growth sectors within Turkey. With a youth population of over 60% of entire 76 million and increasing wealth in the country, domestic demand for the Turkish real estate industry is fast climbing. Turkish real estate agents association estimates that by year 2015 there will be a shortage of around 2 million quality housing in Turkey just to accommodate domestic demand, this is not even counting the booming tourism sector, 6th most visited country in the world in 2011, which also puts a heavy demand on coastal hotel, villa and apartment projects. In 2011, property market in Turkey grew by some 18% compared to year before. Considering that at the same period Greece, Spain and Portugal came close to announcing bankruptcy underlines the viability of owning property in Turkey.
Prime location Istanbul or better to look at prospering Antalya?
From a purely investment viewpoint property for sale in Istanbul deserves a close look, however, one needs to be very selective. There are many offers on the market and not all are viable. We recommend real estate in Istanbul prime locations as opposed to heavily marketed bargain apartments on the outskirts of the city. Naturally, prime locations of Istanbul are expensive, therefore we suggest investors should have a good look at Antalya property market as a viable and exceptional alternative to prime location real estate of Istanbul.
How about rental returns and capital growth?
On the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts of Turkey, your holiday home in Antalya, Fethiye, Kalkan and Bodrum could easily deliver in excess of 6% rental returns after all expenses paid. Considering that the average rental yield in the UK is 4.8%, this is quite a strong return. Coupled with steep capital growth in several years, you could build your very own nest egg in Turkish real estate. Another interesting profile to underline is the beachfront Turkey property segment.
Can you suggest a niche segment of Turkish real estate to keep an eye on?
Keen investors and of course keen sailors alike should keep a solid eye on waterfront properties in Turkey. This is an incredibly lucrative segment of the Turkish real estate market. Compared to France, Spain and Italy, beachfront properties in Turkey come at one third the price tag for comparable villas and apartments. Luxury villas for sale at the seafront in Bodrum, Kalkan, Kas and Fethiye could be purchased from as little as Euro 400,000, whereas a comparable villa in Spain or France would cost no less than Euro 1.3m. This is a huge price gap and we suggest that it is an artificial one. We do not expect prices of beach front properties in France to come down for these are highly desirable homes, however, as more and more people discover the stunning coastline of Turkey, we expect waterfront homes in Turkey to appreciate quite significantly over the next 3-5 years. The number of foreign registered boats and yachts entering Turkish waters have tripled since 2005, clearly indicating that Turkey is becoming a desirable boating destination. Considering the breathtaking beauty of the bays and coves in the Aegean and Mediterranean waters of Turkey, this is not surprising at all.
Uniquely designed, this one-off villa is found in Yalikavak and is just 100 metres away from the nearest beach, all daily amenities, and facilities – this is an outstanding property in an elite neighbourhood in Bodrum with a panoramic sea view.
In the countryside of Antalya, this farmhouse style property is a nature lovers dream and is situated within a huge plot guaranteeing a private lifestyle – this house in Kursunlu enjoys beautiful views from all rooms inside.
Offering a completely private lifestyle in Bodrum, this panoramic view villa is nestled in a peaceful area of Konacik just a few minutes from the town centre – perfect for buyers who want to relocate with a family.
Beautiful sea views, rare location close to Bodrum Palmarina, and remarkable quality – this project of only six villas is a sublime effort and one that guarantees a luxury lifestyle for anyone who purchases a home here.
Looking out towards the sea and Palmarina with incredible 180-degree views, this is a luxury designed property for sale in Yalikavak that would make for an excellent family home with infinity private swimming pool and garden.
Just 250 metres away from the nearest beach and local amenities is this luxury designer villa for sale in a sought after area of Bodrum. The interior of the home can be customised to the buyers needs, making this an outstanding opportunity.
With an incredible view of the sea, this stunning villa is nestled within a residential area of Yalikavak and is 100 metres away from the beach for time spent with loved ones – this is one that you do not want to miss.
If you are looking for a five-star property for modern family living in Buyukcekmece, look no further than these spectacular houses for sale within one of the most sought after private estates in Istanbul – designed by a renowned developer.
Just ten minutes walking distance away from the world famous Palmarina in Bodrum, this designer villa offers 180 degree panoramic sea views stretching endlessly across the bay and has been designed to 5-star standards throughout.
Outstanding mansion for those looking to attain a luxury lifestyle in Istanbul; this property is found within a huge plot measuring 2,500m2 and is surrounded by trees and nature to create a completely private life away from the city centre.
Completely furnished and established, this hotel is located in the historic centre of Istanbul in Sultanahmet and has a full tourism license in place for new owners looking for a ready made business in the heart of the city.
Designed and built to luxury standards, this deluxe detached property is found in a peaceful area of Yalikavak in Bodrum and is just 500 metres away from the seafront with tremendous views from the garden and rooms inside.
Located within one of the most sought after estates in Istanbul, this mansion style villa is tucked away in the peaceful area of Buyukcekmece and overlooks the sea and surrounding nature in a merging of green and blue.
Located just 25 metres away from a private beach club and sea, this exquisite villa is nestled within Koyunbaba Bay area of Yalikavak in Bodrum and is ready for new owners to move in immediately after purchasing.
This free standing property has to be considered as one of the top ten properties currently for sale in the entire peninsula of Bodrum and is located just 20 metres walking distance away from the sea and a private water jetty.
A design concept that is state of the art and simply mind blowing is this one of a kind system found in Yalikavak designed to blend in with the natural surroundings and offer you the chance to feel at one with the landscape in a unique concept and beautifully structured project.
Hotel apartments awarded a certificate by Tripadvisor for high quality in the sought after area of Bitez just 300 metres away from the nearest beach area. This is an excellent investment opportunity to purchase a business with a long history of success.
Nestled within a peaceful area of Kucukbuk, this luxury-built villa has all the makings of a wonderful family home within the Bodrum Peninsula of Turkey and is just a few minutes away from a private sandy beach area.
Forming part of a 5-star compound fully equipped with extensive facilities and social areas, this tremendous villa is for sale in Beykoz in Istanbul and represents one of the best examples of real estate in this area of the city.
Looking out across the sea and beach with panoramic views, these designer villas are a must see for those seeking a 5-star lifestyle in Turkey and are nestled in the peaceful area of Gundogan within the Bodrum peninsula.
Turnkey mansion-style villa for sale in Beykoz area of Istanbul, enjoying a full panoramic view out towards the Bosphorus and offering a private lifestyle for those seeking exclusivity – this is a rare find that won’t be available for long.
Hotels for sale in Turkey such as this option are a must see for an investor looking to run an operate their own business in sunny Kas Peninsula, just metres away from a private sandy beach for hotel guests to relax daily.
Our very own designed villa Sandyma in Bodrum Yalikavak is a hugely contemporary and modern one of a kind amazing property perched above the state of the art Palmarina Bodrum in an idyllic location offering a plethora of luxury features and some of the best views in the entire region - this one is an absolute must see, simply breathtaking.