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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.
Located in Paradise Bay in Turkbuku, these properties are some of the most impressive that you will find in the entire peninsula of Bodrum today, just metres away from a private sandy white beach area for daily relaxing besides the sea.
Surrounded by Belgrad Forest in Sariyer, this elite villa forms part of a private estate and is one of the best properties you will find in Istanbul today – this house has been designed and built for luxury family living away from the city centre.
For sale here is a 5-star luxury designer property in Yalikavak, enjoying 270-degree vistas out towards the Palmarina and sea. Perfect for elite living in Bodrum, this house guarantees a complete private lifestyle in Turkey.
Designed to elite standards and surrounded by nature at every corner, these completely private villas are located in Arnavutkoy and are just 30 minutes away from the city centre of Istanbul for commuting and raising a family in Turkey.
Within walking distance to the marina, this super luxury designer villa is located in a 5-star development in Yalikavak and is built using unique techniques blending wood and natural stone to create a home that stands out for all the right reasons.
5-star property for sale on the front line to the sea in Yalikavak, boasting incredible views stretching endlessly, as well as a stylish design that needs to be seen to be appreciated – contact us as there is only one remaining.
Beautiful family home for sale in a residential area of Dalaman, situated in a huge plot assuring complete privacy and an exclusive lifestyle guaranteed for those looking to escape to Turkey – one of the best in this part of the country.
Overlooking the sea with a golden sunset, this detached villa is set within a large garden with swimming pool and separate guest apartment for friends or hired help to use – the property has recently been reduced for a quick sale and is a must see.
Designed and built to custom standards, this extravagant five bedroom Bolu villa is situated within a huge 8,000m2 plot and assures complete privacy for those looking to escape from city life to some of the most beautiful surroundings in all of Turkey.
Boasting a smart home system allowing residences to be controlled via the touch of a button, these incredible sea view properties in Istanbul enjoy a fantastic location in a new coastal city district and are fully equipped with facilities.
With dramatic panoramic views across the sea, this stunning eight bedroom mansion has luxury features including a home gym, relaxing sauna, and steam room. This is an incredible opportunity to purchase one of the best homes in Turgutreis.
Private living is guaranteed with this huge expansive villa for sale in Buyukcekmece just metres away from the sea with dramatic views across the ocean and beyond – this is a home for those looking for the very best in Istanbul.
Overlooking Sapanca Lake and green surroundings is this highly exclusive estate of just seven high quality modern homes for sale, each one set within its own private plot with landscaped garden and large swimming pool.
A home so beautiful that it has been featured in numerous decor magazines, this mansion is designed using contemporary-fusion architecture and is one of the most impressive that you will find in Ortakent today – a must see.
Designed to cater towards those seeking a luxury lifestyle, this incredible villa is found in the gorgeous settings of Zekeriyakoy and is part of one of the top compounds in the area – offering private living and exquisite on-site facilities.
Perched just above West Marina in Istanbul is this spectacular project of apartments and villas for sale at competitive prices in an area fast developing as a getaway spot for those looking to escape from city centre life to a peaceful abode with amazing views.
Following from our huge success of our flagship White House design across the South Coast of Turkey, we are pleased to bring the same design to Istanbul – be the first to invest in one of these exquisite villas in Silivri.
This isn't the everyday property you find for sale in Turkey, this is the very very best on offer in the country. This luxury mansion has 8 bedrooms and is simply phenomenal both inside and outside - words can't describe this one so simpy take a look at the pictures for yourself and you will not be disappointed.
If you are looking for a 5-star property in Antalya, look no further than this exquisite luxury designed home with a spectacular interior and huge gardens ensuring your privacy and exclusivity is attained at all times.
Uber modern villa located in Tarabya, designed from top to bottom with a luxury lifestyle in mind for someone who is looking to place themselves amongst the upper echelons of the city – this property certainly meets your criteria.
Luxury epitomised in this one of a kind home with spectacular open sea views and superb facilities to make your new life in Turkey one to be admired from all fronts. This property truly is a remarkable example of the ilk of real estate that you can find in Turkey today.
We cannot stress the importance of this investment enough – this is a superb opportunity to own a building with 62 hotel-apartments within, giving you an abundance of possibilities to go forward with your investment in Konyaalti.
Tucked away in natural settings is this estate of two villas in Yalova for sale. Situated within a hugely impressive garden, these properties would be the ideal purchase for someone looking to live in peaceful settings, or an investor looking to capitalise on the excellent location and facilities inside.