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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.
Looking out across Belgrad Forest and the city, these contemporary apartments are located within the core district of Kagithane in Istanbul and are just a short walking distance away from Seyrantepe Metro station.
With the elegant design and suave sophistication within these properties, it is easy to see why Kalkan is fast becoming one of the favourite spots for overseas real estate investment in Turkey. The cobbled streets, elevated sea views, relaxing atmosphere - this home embodies everything that Kalkan is.
Just five minutes away from the world famous Bagdat Avenue is this world class project of apartments ranging from one – five bedrooms in size, meaning there is something for all budgets and family sizes here.
Built with a touch of luxury throughout, this contemporary project offers designer villas for sale in the district of Konyaalti in the city of Antalya and is just five minutes driving distance away from top blue flag beaches and amenities.
Beautiful villas in Yalova found within a project that has recently been completed to a high standard all within one hour distance away from Istanbul. A modern complex with beautifully designed houses and a range of high quality facilities on site for residents.
Incredibly rare opportunity to purchase a bargain priced house on Sovalye Island, one of the most exclusive settings in Fethiye and just minutes away from the Marina and Centre – this is an option that you simply cannot miss out on.
A serious investment opportunity has arisen in Istanbul with these luxurious apartments offering hotel services to make them stand out from the rest in the city as some of the best options currently available and ripe for purchasing today with beautiful views out to the Bosporus Sea.
Purchase an apartment or villa within the central area of Kagithane when you invest in this exceptional project designed by a top developer in Turkey – just a short walk away from the nearest Metro station for commuting.
Live in the city centre of Istanbul when you buy one of these luxury apartments located within the growing district of Kagithane, just moments away from daily amenities including supermarkets and public transport for commuting.
This uniquely designed villa is located within a peaceful area of Uzumlu and is on the market today as completely furnished and ready to move in – just a short walking distance away from the village centre and lifestyle necessities.
This villa has been laid out internally in an Italian style and is found in a superb area of Kas – on the market today as completely furnished and decorated, this would make for a lovely family home with sea views in Turkey.
Winner of Best Mix-Use Project in Istanbul, this development offers a range of homes in sizes from studio apartments up to large four bedroom units for family living in Kucukcekmece, fully complete and ready to move in immediately.
Elite apartments for sale in the sought after residential area of Bahcesehir in Istanbul, suitable for investment with a strong exit strategy for those seeking rental income – please contact us today for figures and details about these homes.
This timeless designed villa offers contemporary features and amazing views for those looking for a flawless design and unique sense throughout. This villa has been constructed to the highest possible standards of real estate today - giving you all you would want in Turkey.
Situated in Akarca area of Fethiye, this delightful house has everything in place for year round living in Turkey with a large-sized family and is just a few metres away from the seaside and within ten minutes to all amenities.
Built to modern standards by a top developer in Antalya, this fantastic project offers luxury villas within the peaceful area of Dosemealti and is just a few minutes away from amenities and highways for moving around the city.
Enjoying panoramic views out towards the Bay of Selimiye and its surrounding mountains is this charming stone built property for sale, suitable for those looking to obtain an authentic lifestyle tucked away in a rural village in Turkey.
This property is found in Kemer and has 4 large bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and is located in a private plot of land. The home is perfect to be used as a retirement home in the sun, situated right in the Mediterranean sun.
Magnificent private villa in Kemer offering you the opportunity to escape from life to your own little world in Turkey. With 6 spacious bedrooms inside, there is more than enough room to bring the whole family with you, maybe even two families. A luxury home.
Forming part of a 5-star resort with private beach and Marina, this beautiful home is for sale in the Kadriye area of Belek and is completely furnished and ready to move in as soon as the purchase process is finalised.