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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.
With stunning panoramic sea views, this luxury villa is located in the sought after Turgutreis area of Bodrum Peninsula and has been designed throughout with superb features including marble bathrooms and a winter garden.
5-star designer villa with its own private swimming pool and landscaped gardens in a highly sought after area of Nilufer in Bursa – this property is just minutes away from shopping malls, city centre, and everything else you could possibly need.
Located within a quality estate of other family houses is this six bedroom property for sale at an excellent price in Mudanya, Bursa – ready to move in, this listing has all the makings of a year round residence close to everything you could possibly need.
This mansion encapsulates the changing face of Yalikavak into a leading destination for those looking to purchase luxury real estate around the world, and they certainly don't come much more luxurious than this striking dream home with open sea view and swimming pool.
A project of only five luxury villas in Bursa with ample gardens and private swimming pools – an idyllic opportunity for those looking for houses of the highest possible quality in this wonderfully beautiful area of Turkey.
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.
With panoramic sea views from an impressive infinity swimming pool, this Gundogan villa has been built using luxury touches throughout and is just minutes away from the centre full of life and things to do – this is a must see listing.
This villa offers eight bedrooms and has more than enough space inside for the largest of families looking to relocate to Akarca in Fethiye. This property has its own private swimming pool and green garden for relaxing.
Rare opportunity to purchase a readymade business in Bodrum at an exceptional price, this hotel has been heavily discounted for a quick sale and has more than 50 positive reviews on TripAdvisor; an investment that you simply cannot miss.
This is a unique opportunity for an investor to purchase two large properties with discount when you buy both. Found in the popular and peaceful area of Buyukcekmece, you are just minutes away from the TEM and E5 highways.
Surrounded by pine trees and valley views, this spectacular house is for sale in a peaceful area of Ovacik and is completely furnished and ready for new owners to move in as soon as the purchase process has been finalised.
With the Title Deed in place, this villa is suitable for Turkish Citizenship by Investment and is nestled within a private compound in Buyukcekmece area of Istanbul – minutes away from local amenities and transport.
Designed to luxury standards throughout, this outstanding sea vista property is tucked away in a peaceful area of Turgutreis in Bodrum and is just a short distance away from the nearest beach and daily amenities for living in the peninsula.
Providing a completely private lifestyle, this spacious seven bedroom family house is for sale in the villa district of Buyukcekmece in Istanbul and comes with a plethora of luxury details including an indoor and outdoor swimming pool.
Suitable for elite family living, this stunning eight bedroom property is tucked away in a quiet area of Gocek and is brand new today – situated within a large plot with swimming pool and only minutes from the nearest marina and sea.
This mansion offers an abundance of privacy for buyers who are looking to live an exclusive lifestyle with minutes of the famous Yalikavak Marina in Bodrum. For more details, enquire today to speak with our local advisors.
Superb opportunity to purchase a high quality villa for sale in Buyukcekmece area of Istanbul, guaranteeing a highly private lifestyle with huge plot and gardens for relaxing outside with loved ones on a daily basis.
This is a unique opportunity to invest in a complete business of villas in Gocek, just minutes away from the nearest marina and harbour for sailing and enjoying the seaside – contact us as this is not going to be available for long.
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.
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.
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.
Within walking distance to the centre of Yalikavak full of life and things to do, this luxury designed villa has recently been completed to superb standards and is suitable for year round living or raising a family in Turkey.
Located within expansive gardens and land measuring 7,300m2, this hugely private stone house has a beautiful view out towards the sea and is a paradise tucked away in natural settings in Yalikavak just minutes from the centre.
Choose from apartments ranging from four – six bedrooms in size within this impressive project of homes in Bursa. With access to a full range of facilities and on-site amenities, this is one you cannot miss while in the region.