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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.
Enjoying beautiful sea and Greek island views, this lovely home is found in a residential area of Kas in Turkey and is a must see at a great price – on the market as fully furnished and with its own swimming pool and garden.
This outstanding detached villa is found in Ovacik and is on the market today as completely furnished and decorated from top to bottom – an ideal family home just minutes away from necessities and the nearest centre.
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.
This villa is located within an excellent complex at the frontline to the sea in Calis and has its own private swimming pool and gardens to enjoy – it would make for a wonderful home to spend vacations or even live permanently in Turkey.
Four bedroom property forming part of a small private estate in the Mudanya area of Bursa, overlooking the sea with a superb view from terraces and listed for sale today at a great price not to be missed for a house of this quality.
This pretty little marina town is home to some of the finest real estate in Turkey, and these high quality homes are just the tip of the iceberg as to what you can find in Gocek today. Perched in an elevated position with a great sea view throughout, grab one of these luxury residences today.
Built using the very best materials, this outstanding property is found in Nilufer area of Bursa and has a modern contemporary design for family living just five minutes away from the city centre full of life and things to do.
This is a great opportunity to purchase a residential shop in Beylikduzu area of Istanbul, found in an amazing spot along a high street with thousands of potential customers walking past every single day.
Deluxe Mavisehir apartment for sale just a few moments away from the seaside and within close proximity to shopping malls in Izmir, this is a must see for those looking to relocate and raise a family in this part of Turkey.
Choose from apartments and villas for sale within this outstanding project in the Alacati / Cesme area of Turkey when you buy here – this 5-star development is just metres away from numerous beaches with panoramic sea views.
40% discount for cash payment for these turn-key beachfront apartments within a luxury hotel residence resort located in Kadikalesi, Bodrum right opposite the Greek Islands with a superb sandy beach. Payment plan available 30% down and 48 months instalment plan.
Renewed in 2017 by an Italian interior designer, this villa is in excellent condition and is located within a 5-star complex in Adabuku with access to a full range of luxury facilities and on-site social areas for residents.
Super luxury apartment in the heart of Fethiye Town, overlooking the sea and promenade with views to die for and just moments away from everything you could possibly need – this is one of our top picks in the centre for sale.
100 metres away from the sea and with a completely unobstructed sea view – this is a sublime villa and one that comes highly recommended. Listed at a great price and with a rental income of around 6% per annum expected.
Custom built to modern standards, this super luxury villa is located in Ovacik and is set within a spacious garden with large private swimming pool and outstanding views across the surrounding mountains and green settings.
Built on an elevated spot with distant views of the Blue Lagoon, this is a stunning property in Turkey's most popular summer resort Fethiye Ovacik. The villa offers 4 master bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, generous land size and a large private pool. Design is modern with ample terraces and balconies to enjoy stunning nature all around.
Just a short two minutes away from the town centre and amenities, this spacious property is perfect for year round living in Turkey with a family and comes highly recommended for viewing at the earliest available opportunity.
Built using the highest quality locally sourced stone, this authentic property is located in a sought after area of Kas just 4km away from the centre – situated within a private garden with sweeping sea view swimming pool.
Built to top standards by a sought after developer in Bodrum, this complex has a swimming pool and offers social facilities for residents to use on a daily basis – located in a sought after area of Yalikavak Centre.
This is an excellent investment opportunity for those looking for ready made businesses that return a high degree of profit immediately – this shop for sale is located in Basaksehir area of Istanbul and currently has a tenant in place.
Close to all local necessities and shops, these brand new properties are for sale in Akarca and are just a short ten minutes away from the nearest beach for relaxing and spending long afternoons with loved ones.
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.