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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.
Exceptional plot for sale close to Lake Iznik, boasting incredible views and an abundance of untouched potential for the buyer – contact us with your requirements and budget, and allow us to find the perfect parcel for you.
5 minute walk to Bodrum Marina are these beautifully designed stone houses in Bodrum Centre within an elite estate. There are 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villas available set within a tangerine garden with ample terraces and designer interiors. A rare find for Bodrum real estate enthusiasts. Very high rental income potential.
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.
Looking out across the sea with fantastic views, these delightful apartments form part of one of the best projects to come out of the Zeytinburnu district in recent years and have access to a full range of social facilities and on-site areas to enjoy.
Exceptional investment opportunity in Media Highway Istanbul, these properties are listed in Turkish Lira fixed prices and have the advantage of flexible payment plans available for buyers – contact us for more details.
Designed from top to bottom with luxury living in mind, this project has been constructed using carefully selected materials and guarantees homeowners a stunning residence to call their own. Please call us for more information.
Listed today at pre-launch prices are these exceptional apartments in Bahcesehir, found within a project featuring a shopping avenue and extensive facilities designed for year round living in Istanbul just 20 minutes from the third airport.
Luxury designer homes are the perfect investment in Bahcesehir and are found in a desired spot for residential living and central city commuting. The project is listed at first call prices and has a shopping street within for all daily needs.
This project is offered at pre-launch prices and will enjoy more than 50% price growth from now until the state completion date – making this an investment opportunity that you simply cannot miss, one of our favourites.
With incredible panoramic views across Kucukcekmece Lake and amazing location that is just two minutes walking distance to the Marmaray fast train that will take you to Sultanahmet within 15 minutes, this is an exceptional investment opportunity.
Full lake and Marmara sea view high quality apartments for sale in Istanbul recently completed, turnkey with payment plans up to 24 months low deposit. Located near Ataturk airport, Atakoy Marina and Kucukcekmece Lake in Istanbul.
Find luxury apartments in Bahcesehir in Istanbul, just five minutes walking distance from a Metro station stop coming in 2018, making this project ripe for investment today – choose from units measuring up to three bedrooms.
Designer homes that are only minutes away from shopping malls and the highway connecting you to the centre of Istanbul; these apartments are ideal for families and we are happy to offer extended payment plans and discount.
Invest in Kucukcekmece Basin Express apartments and purchase yours today at great prices not to miss out on. This is one of our top picks in this area of Istanbul and homes are close to local amenities and daily all 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.
With access to a private beachfront and large gardens, this is an exquisite property in Yalikavak that is located within a prestigious part of the peninsula and more than suitable for year round living.
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.
In an elite area of Beylikduzu with good links to Istanbul city centre are these wonderful apartments offering a striking investment potential for someone looking to move today. The developer has confirmed price increases of 50% to completion, making this a superb opportunity.
Just 150 metres away from this project entrance is a new Metro Underground line set to be opened in 2018, resulting in property prices increasing sharply. This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a home in Istanbul.