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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.
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.
Designed with eco-friendly technology and constructed with cutting-edge design throughout, these properties are situated right on the sea and have access to a private beach and stunning hotel facilities as part of a luxury 5-star hotel.
Invest in a countryside house with so much charm and authenticity you will instantly fall in love with the historic look and appeal of this cottage. Perhaps used as a retirement spot in tranquil and natural surroundings in a small village just 7km away from Bodrum.
At the frontline to the beach is this expansive plot of land for sale offering 21,000m2 of land along with build permission of 30%. This is an incredible opportunity for an investor to construct something of significance in Turkey.
Looking over the sea and gifting you amazing panoramic views is this impressive sized plot of land for sale with building permission in place to construct a large family mansion in a sought after location in Yalikavak close to the Palmarina.
At the edge of the water is this historic and prestigious apartment for sale in Istinye at a great price for someone looking to live amongst the most wealthy and cultured neighbourhoods in all of Istanbul. Do not miss this opportunity – call us today for more information.
Rustic and tranquil settings make this Islamlar, Kalkan villa a charming place for those looking for an exclusive lifestyle in Turkey yet just a 15 minute drive away from the centre. This modern bungalow style villa is one not to be overlooked, the swimming pool is a delight and the home is a bargain.
Investment opportunity for someone looking to retire to Turkey early and live out their days running this charming apartment hotel blocks with lots of potential for high income via holiday lets amongst tourists looking to take advantage of the self catering options not offered by other hotels.
Located in what is commonly known as one of the top districts in all of Istanbul, these prestigious homes offer a contemporary lifestyle with excellent facilities and an intelligent look at architectural design pushing the boundaries of modern building quality.
With a full hotel license in place, this boutique hotel offers 21 rooms and a year round occupancy rate of around 80%, making this an interesting investment for someone looking to get a foothold on the ever growing hotel business in Istanbul. Well located in the Old City with spectacular views.
This rare find bungalow in Ovacik offers a private lifestyle in over 1,000sqm of land in the countryside. In this region of Fethiye, Turkey, it is hard to source bungalows for sale due to the highly competitve nature once they do come to market. This one also comes fully furnished.
If luxury is what you are searching for, it really doesn't get more luxurious than this beautiful villa in Istanbul found within one of the most prestigious projects in the city. A great property with a private swimming pool and pond - just some of the features for you to indulge in.
Located on Sovalye Island – an island so private, small, and beautiful, that there are no roads on the island, everywhere is accessible by foot, the seafront home is just a ten minute boat ride from Fethiye Centre and enjoys superb views over the surrounding sea and nature.
Bargain priced Belek home located close to several world class Championship quality golf courses fit for the Pros and even designed by them. Ideal for a keen sportsman and a perfect holiday location with over 300 days of sunshine. Complete with 4 large bedrooms and a private pool.
We are proud to offer this gorgeous villa in Istanbul - simply one of the finest we have been able to source for those seeking an outer city location yet with great travel options to get around the city with ease. A look at the pictures will have you in awe at the amazing attention to detail.
Sitting in a huge plot is this land for sale ideal for someone looking to place themselves close to the new airport in Istanbul, giving you easy access to and from the city at a drop of a hat. A businessman looking for access to Istanbul would do well to build an investment home here.
Surrounded by woodland and nature are these exclusive villas found within one of the most prestigious projects you will find in all of Istanbul. Aimed specifically for those who are seeking a luxury class of life in Turkey, these residences will have you purring at the attention to detail and facilities offered.