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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.
Amazing views offered from this spectacular Alanya villa surrounded by nature and scenic views throughout. Look down over the Mediterranean Sea throughout your home. Set within a large expansive plot of land with a spacious swimming pool and lots of garden space.
Escape to Fethiye to private settings in Seydikemer with this spacious four bedroom project surrounded by a beautiful pine forest complete with large pool and unique design that will keep the whole family happy in their new life in the Turkish countryside - absolute bliss.
Investment opportunity in Bayindir giving you a blank canvas to paint your own masterpiece in Turkey by building a custom designed mansion overlooking the sea. Lots of potential ready to uncover and beautiful views offered throughout - this is a wonderful plot very well priced.
Embrace the luxury lifestyle in Kalkan with this gorgeous home set to be completed in 2015. A chance to grab it now at a lower price before increases occur upon completion. The villa is sold fully furnished and no stone has been left untouched in ensuring this is as beautiful as they come.
Uninterrupted sea views are offered with this supreme three bedroom penthouse found in Alanya listed for sale at a very competitive price ensuring a quick sale. Look out over the bay and castle almost as if they were placed just under your feet. A premium setting indeed.
Fully furnished property located in Kalkan Town centre within easy walking distance to the harbour makes this an ideal purchase for anyone who enjoys a spot of sailing uncovering some of the coves and islands surrounding the town. Very high rental potential with this one.
Gocek is well known as one of the top locations for sailor's and those interested in taking adventures on the water on a daily basis. With this property you can place yourself just minutes away from some of Europe's best sailing routes with a private mooring facility found on-site.
Just a stone's throw away from picturesque family friendly beaches and the calm Mediterranean Sea is this well designed and bargain priced apartment. Just take a look at the pictures and decide for yourself - this is a luxury residence and one that comes fully furnished.
High quality build apartment with modern interiors and spacious living at the forefront of the architect's design when implementing this complex into real life. A huge terrace accessed via the living room provides spectacular views out over the region.
A three bedroom holiday home at this price? This has to be considered a prime bargain and a superb find in the Alanya region of Turkey close to a sandy beach. Completely furnished and ready to move in this summer, this unit will not last very long on the market.
Within walking distance to golden beaches is this lovely unit with panoramic and open vistas over the surrounding areas of Alanya. Nestled away in the hillside just a short driving distance from the centre of the region - found in a superb complex of 44 homes in total.
With beautiful sea views as well as a lovely modern design, this contemporary villa is well priced in the market for someone looking for a family home in Turkey and one that will provide a homely feel as well as a good source of income in the rental market if required.
This fully furnished penthouse is located close to the famous Cleopatra Beach and is listed as fully furnished ready for you to enjoy amazing vacations every summer with your family and friends in Turkey. Lots of investment potential make this one a great purchase.
Our experts have constructed a study to financially prove that it is possible to regroup your original investment on this hotel in Side within 8-10 years. This hotel enjoys a year round occupancy rate of over 85% year round and is quite recent having only been built just 10 years ago.
A charming and rather spacious home in the district of Lara in Antalya where you will find blue-flag beaches and a city accessed short by - the best of both worlds at your finger tips and lots of added features and facilities to make your life in Turkey easy and a seamless transition.
Ideal retirement spot in the sun or a perfect holiday home to take advantage of every summer in one of Turkey's most loved tourist regions with plenty to do and see to keep you busy and entertained year after year. A large swimming pool and excellent communal facilities.
A fine example of what can be found in the Kalkan area today are these modern and uber luxurious homes with breathtaking sea views that will leave you in awe at the surroundings and settings - choose from either a two bedroom apartment or three bedroom unit.
A life of luxury awaits with this stunning sea view villa in Kalkan Bay incorporating everything about the region that is fast making it Turkey's premier stop for those looking to purchase top of the range houses in the country. Just take a look at the images for yourself - breathtaking.
A superb opportunity to not only build an exclusive mansion in Gocek, but to invest in the region and take advantage of the ever growing area with high rental gains and a peaceful surrounding for your ideal Turkish escape. Lots of potential is to be had here with this golden opportunity.
Nestled away in Kemer is this elegant listing within easy distance to the sea and a bustling city area. A great option if you are looking to enjoy life with the best of both worlds at your fingertips. A modern design and large swimming pool make this an excellent choice all around.
With three spacious bedrooms, and the price tag attached, we highly expect to move this villa in a swift manner, an absolute bargain Kalkan area. Naturally, being in this part of Turkey, the views are ones to be admired and the surrounding area just oozes quality of life that will have you never wanting to leave.
Well placed with the town centre just minutes away, but also enjoying spectacular sea views is this competitively priced apartment listed as fully furnished and ready for you immediately today. Practically brand new as current owners only visit once or twice per year.
Offering amazing sea views as well as mountain views are these lovely apartments found within a well managed and modern complex in Side, Antalya. Offering a flexible payment plan to ease the cost load, these are highly recommended for anyone looking for the perfect holiday home.
On the front row to the sea is this luxury apartment in the working city of Antalya found just infront of a large park where you can go running and enjoy the beachside views. Good links also take you to the city centre within moments, a great location overall for life abroad.