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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.
Own an apartment set within a hotel complex in one of the most sought after projects in the whole of Turkey, this is as good as it gets. With a rental program guaranteed to pay back original investment within 10-12 years, and private beach access, as well as mooring facilities - this is living life to the fullest.
High class sea view villa in Kalkan with huge wraparound terraces for you to relax and take in the remarkable vistas. This house has been furnished in a tasteful manner and offers a unique experience just two minutes from the sea and beach clubs.
This extraordinary villa offers a striking blend of nature and modern contemporary design to create a one of a kind home in the most beautiful of settings. The elevated position guarantees open sea views endlessly, while the seafront is a mere 250 metres away from your doorstep.
Whether you are looking for a holiday home with lots of investment potential for rental income, or a spacious family house to relocate you loved ones to Turkey, this fully furnished villa in Kiziltas ticks all the boxes.
Our real estate analysts suggests that anyone who purchases a home within this 5-star elite project could see a total return on their money within 10-12 years, making this a property in Turgutreis that you simply cannot miss.
This is an incredible six bedroom home in the centre of Bodrum within walking distance to pretty much everything you would need to indulge in a high quality of life while in Turkey. This villa is found within an elite complex and has breath taking views.
Yalova is one of the most exciting areas in Turkey to invest, and when you take a look at the quality of these homes along with the price – it is easy to see just why that is. Future development will see the opening of a bridge connecting you to Istanbul in 20 minutes.
Boasting an incredible sea view from a marvellous roof terrace, this exquisite home in Yalikavak is just minutes away from Tilkicik Bay and just a short distance from the centre where you will find a range of amenities needed for daily living.
Complete luxury living is attained with this comprehensive project of apartments in an elite area in Trabzon designed to give you everything you could imagine right at your fingertips or even closer – a beautiful project both inside and out.
This is an outstanding opportunity to purchase an uber luxurious home in Zekeriyakoy with breath taking views out towards the natural environment and beyond. This villa is situated within a comprehensive project with swimming pool and gardens.
Peaceful villa for sale tucked away in Kalkan with garden and pool, ideal for a family looking for a peaceful life away from the town centre, yet just a short driving distance away from local beaches, supermarkets, and facilities.
3km away from the centre of Yalova and only 5km away from the nearest Thermal Spa, these properties are the perfect homes for those looking to relax and pamper themselves in Turkey, get away from it all and just enjoy some peace.
If you want to move to Istanbul with your family, this spacious property is the ideal home for commuting to the centre, with it taking only between 30-40 minutes to reach Taksim and other important central districts.
Located in an elite part of Bitez is this huge plot of land close to some of the most desired real estate in the area, ideal for someone who is looking to live amongst some of the best houses and impressive spots in the region.
One of the most impressive features of these homes have to be the incredible glass affect throughout the property, designed to give you both the amazing views to the natural surroundings and to also provide you with a spacious home interior.
This is an incredible opportunity for you to buy not one, but two properties at a discounted rate. These homes are found in the metropolis city of Yalova and are well connected to the centre via public transport facilities and come highly recommended.
Only five minutes away from the heart of Bodrum, yet perched away in a peaceful location is this impressive plot of land for sale measuring 6,850m2 in size, giving you amazing sea vistas and a rare spot to find such extravagant land nowadays.
A six bedroom property in Istanbul at this price has to be considered a huge bargain for anyone moving to Turkey. Not only that, the villa is granted access to a striking private beach and forms part of an enormous project in Silivri.
Property Turkey is pleased to offer a range of spectacular land plots located within the gem of Istanbul – Gurpinar. Just moments away from the sea, the plots offer more than 2,500m2 land and are close to transport facilities and local amenities.
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.
High quality complex of expansive villas set within private 1,000m2 gardens dotted with trees and nature. These beautiful villas are nestled away in Bitez just 2km away from the nearest beach and only 5km to Bodrum centre.