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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.
Masgard Istanbul offers prime location lifestyle in Central Istanbul Maslak Homes opposite Istanbul's finest shopping mall Vadi Istanbul 5 minutes Levent and with views of the Belgrade Forest, a must see for investment buyers.
This award winning mansion is located in the neighbourhood widely accepted as the elite in Bodrum - Turkbuku. An idyllic, green, and extremely picturesque villa just less than 20 minutes away from Paradise Bay and Yalikavak marina by boat. Amazing house.
In the very heart of Istanbul, these apartments are perfect for lifestyle and investment buyers and are found in an area of Bomonti currently undergoing lots of urban regeneration – this is an opportunity that you do not want to miss out on.
Built to restore an area of historical significance in central Istanbul, these Taksim properties are just moments from Istiklal Avenue and are the result of a public-private partnership to preserve historical values in the area.
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.
This expansive project is branded as a new centre of life and offers absolutely everything you could possibly think of – this is as luxurious as you will find in Istanbul and enjoys a prestigious location in Maslak just 10 minutes away from central areas.
100 metres away from the nearest Metro Underground for commuting around Istanbul, these high quality apartments are found in Eyup and enjoy access to a full range of on-site social and communal facilities available.
With Title Deeds ready, these sea view apartments are found in the Beykent area of Istanbul and are close to the E-5 and TEM Highways for commuting and moving towards the city centre for work purposes daily.
5-star Ottoman Palace homes situated just metres away from the sea with outstanding views across the ocean and beyond, located in a desired area of Istanbul within easy commuting distances to the centre of the city – a must see.
Located just a stone’s throw away from West Marina are these expansive apartments offering a spacious living environment for those with children. These properties form part of an incredible city within a city project and cater to your every want and need.
With a beautiful view across the Sea of Marmara, this comprehensive complex is a must see for anyone looking to purchase a family home in Beylikduzu; complete with residential facilities and spacious homes offered from two – four bedrooms.
High quality apartments suitable for investment and lifestyle buyers looking to purchase in the new international financial centre of Istanbul – these Atasehir properties have access to a full range of social and on-site facilities.
Incredible investment opportunity in the heart of Beyoglu, listed today for sale at 30% below market value for a smart investor to get in today and enjoy high capital appreciation over the next 2-3 years – you cannot miss this one.
Second to none location on the blue flag Konyaalti beach in Antalya are these luxury apartments offering a beach lifestyle with 5 star hotel like facilities and features, as well as high rental income potential and superb sea views throughout. Close to Antalya City centre also.
Breath taking sea views are guaranteed when you purchase this idyllic four bedroom luxury villa for sale in a residential area of Kalkan, just moments away from some of the best rooftop restaurants and famous amenities in the region.
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.
Located on the frontline to the beach in Calis, this gorgeous villa is steeped in quality and luxury throughout and would make the perfect year round home in one of Turkey's best beach areas and is also sold as fully furnished and ready for new owners to move in.
Surrounded by some of the best restaurants, cafes, art galleries, and culture, these Istanbul properties are found right in the central heart of the city in the sought after area of Bomonti, within walking distance to Nisantasi.
Offering an extensive range of on-site social and communal facilities, this outstanding project offers apartments for sale from one – four bedrooms in a residential area of Beylikduzu and is perfect for lifestyle buyers as well as investors.
Completely furnished as seen and ready to move in immediately, this designer property is located in the Ortaalan area of Kalkan and is just a short walk away from the town centre full of life and things to do daily.
Set within private gardens with swimming pools and dramatic views across the ocean, these Geris Yalikavak villas for sale would make for supreme permanent residences in a sought after area of Bodrum and there are just two units remaining.
With sweeping views heading out to the sea, these contemporary properties are tucked away in an elite area of Turkbuku in Bodrum and have an abundance of luxury features included making these some of the best listings in the area.
Located just a short walk away from the nearest Metro station and seaside, this superb project is perfect for city commuting or relaxing besides the sea in a residential and highly sought after area of Beylikduzu in Istanbul.