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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 towards the sea with a 180-degree panoramic view, this luxury-designed villa is for sale within a private area of Kalkan and is a must see – enquire today to arrange your visit at the earliest convenience.
Just a few minutes away from the seafront, this outstanding property is perfect for those wanting to live in Fethiye on a year round basis with their children and enjoy central amenities within close proximity.
This apartment overlooks the sea with incredible views and is moments away from Duden Waterfall for those looking for a life of luxury in Antalya – you will struggle to find better than this 5-star residence with hotel facilities available.
Suitable for Turkish Citizenship by Investment, this panoramic duplex is located at Tilkicik Bay in Yalikavak and is in pristine condition throughout – complete with access to a pebble beach and pier for relaxing.
Capturing everything that makes Kas one of Turkey’s gems, this stone built villa is perched in a highly private area and offers an exclusive lifestyle for those looking to escape to enjoy panoramic sea views daily.
Panoramic sea view villa built to the highest possible standards in a private area of Kas, fully furnished and ready for new owners today – this house offers an abundance of rental potential for those looking to invest in Turkey.
Suitable for year round living in Turkey, this spacious property is found in the heart of Fethiye Centre and is just a short walk away from all daily amenities including restaurants and supermarkets – situated within its own garden with private swimming pool.
With five bedrooms, this spacious property has all the makings of a wonderful family base in the sought after area of Ortakent in Bodrum just a short walk away from a water jetty, beach platform, and local daily amenities.
Close to a range of public transport, cafes, and restaurants, these high quality luxury apartments are found in the stunning central area of Nisantasi and feature 5-star on-site facilities – you won’t find better than these.
Built to modern standards, these deluxe villas are found in Kargicak area of Alanya and have lovely views heading out towards the sea and natural surroundings – suitable for use as year round permanent residences.
This Kizilkaya villa has been designed and built to luxury standards throughout and is nestled within a rare area of Faralya – you do not want to miss out on this exceptional opportunity to live close to the Lycian Way.
Built to luxury standards are these 5-star villa for sale in Buyukcekmece, just minutes away from the Lake for relaxing, walking and picnics – these spacious properties have access to a full range of social and communal facilities.
Built to luxury standards from top to bottom, this brand new house is located within a residential area of Akarca within the town of Fethiye and is just a few minutes away from the promenade lined with daily shops.
Situated within a 5-star residential complex, these commercial offices are suitable for obtaining Turkish Citizenship by means of Investment and are just a few minutes away from other central districts and centres.
With a beautiful view across the Sea of Marmara, this comprehensive complex is a must see for anyone looking to purchase a family home in Beylikduzu; complete with residential facilities and spacious homes offered from two – four bedrooms.
Built to luxury standards by a top developer in Antalya, this beautiful project offers high quality villas for sale within the peaceful area of Dosemealti. Each property has its own green garden and large swimming pool.
This luxury-designed villa is a must see for someone looking to buy the very best real estate available in Ovacik area of Fethiye – this home is on the market as completely furnished and is ready to move in immediately.
Set within private gardens with swimming pools and dramatic views across the ocean, these Geris Yalikavak villas for sale would make for supreme permanent residences in a sought after area of Bodrum and there are just two units remaining.
Priced to sell quickly, this is a certified bargain in Alanya and one that will not be on the market for much longer – contact us to arrange your visit to this charming four bedroom villa within a sought after complex.
Built using locally sourced stone, this magnificent villa is found in a residential area of Side in Antalya and has its own garden and swimming pool – all just a short drive away from the popular beaches and daily amenities.
Panoramic sea view duplex apartment for sale within the beautiful area of Moda on the Anatolian side of Istanbul – this is a must see listing for those looking to obtain a luxury lifestyle minutes away from everything.
Just metres away from the seafront with gorgeous views is this charming apartment for sale in a prestigious area of Konyaalti in Antalya, suitable for citizenship by investment and ideal for those looking to live in Turkey permanently.