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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.
This is an opportunity to purchase an enormous plot of land in Fethiye with room for building up to 25 detached villas within, ideal for someone looking for a construction project with huge return on investment possibilities not to be missed.
Hotel for sale in Didim within a superb tourist location close to public transport and daily amenities – this is an opportunity not to miss and includes a full range of on-site social facilities and areas for guests to use.
This is a unique opportunity to purchase an entire building for sale in the city centre of Antalya – just minutes away from daily shops and all necessities with a tram station located directly outside for centre commuting.
Close to public transportation and other local shops, this tenanted property is located in a busy area of Beylikduzu and ticks all the boxes for investors looking to purchase shops with large rental income in place.
With a long term tenant and contract in place, this is an exceptional opportunity to purchase a shop in a residential area of Bahcesehir and comes highly recommended for viewing at the earliest opportunity in Turkey.
Looking out towards the sea with a full view, this Title Deed ready villa is for sale within the highly popular and residential area of Buyukcekmece – suitable for Turkish Citizenship by Investment applications.
Huge sized shop for sale in the residential area of Kucukcekmece in Istanbul, located just moments from large family complexes and houses – this supermarket is currently tenanted by a national brand on a long term contract.
Everything inside this house is customisable by the buyer – number of bedrooms, bathrooms, living rooms – create the home of your dreams in the highly sought after Buyukcekmece area of Istanbul with a gorgeous sea view.
This mansion-style villa offers the best of both worlds for families – a peaceful setting with greenery everywhere and access to the city centre of Istanbul within 20 minutes. This is an opportunity you do not want to miss.
Designed by a world renowned architect and developer, these outstanding 5-star properties are fully managed and serviced in Turkbuku in Bodrum and are situated just a short walk away from the ocean with access to a private beach.
Nestled away in a private area of Sariyer is this designer mansion style villa for sale in Istanbul, a rare find on the market and one that will not be available for long – offering seven bedrooms inside for a large family.
Outstanding private mansion villa for sale in Dosemealti area of Antalya, designed and built to luxury standards from top to bottom – this is one of the best examples of quality real estate surrounded by nature and views.
Suitable for family living in a quiet area of Istanbul, this Silivri villa has all the makings of a wonderful home at the seaside in Turkey and is just a few minutes away from popular beaches and daily necessities.
Designed by a world famous Turkish architect, these properties offer a peaceful sanctuary immersed into the surrounding nature for a completely private lifestyle in Bodrum, along with supreme Yalikavak Bay views.
Surrounded by greenery and beautiful views, this is a unique opportunity to purchase three villas in the historical setting of Beykoz on the Anatolian side of Istanbul – enquire today for more information about buying here.
This is an incredibly unique opportunity to live a life of privacy in Antalya when you purchase this outstanding property nestled in forests and greenery – this listing needs to be seen in person to be truly appreciated.
Built to exceptional standards and designed by a renowned architect, these properties are located in the best spot of Yalikavak and overlook the marina with stunning panoramic views stretching for as far as the eye can see.
Branded Migros supermarket in a residential area of Istanbul, found in Basaksehir with a long history of rental income and potential for an investor – opportunities like this are few and far between, enquire today for details.
Completely furnished and ready to move in today, this fantastic sea view mansion is nestled within a peaceful area of Buyukcekmece in Istanbul and has its Title Deed in place – ideal for those looking to apply for Citizenship.
This isn't the everyday property you find for sale in Turkey, this is the very very best on offer in the country. This luxury mansion has 8 bedrooms and is simply phenomenal both inside and outside - words can't describe this one so simpy take a look at the pictures for yourself and you will not be disappointed.
Built to perfection from top to bottom, this luxury-designed mansion is nestled within a private area of Yalikavak in Bodrum and is a must see for those who are looking to enjoy complete exclusivity with their purchase in Turkey.