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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.
Built to excellent standards throughout, these charming villas are nestled within the peaceful area of Dosemealti and have their own private gardens – all just a few minutes away from local amenities and necessities.
Designed and built to custom standards, this extravagant five bedroom Bolu villa is situated within a huge 8,000m2 plot and assures complete privacy for those looking to escape from city life to some of the most beautiful surroundings in all of Turkey.
Built to luxury standards throughout, this villa is located within a complex in Dosemealti and has access to a swimming pool and green gardens – ideal for those who are looking to relocate to Turkey with young children.
One of the most impressive properties that you will find in Kas today – this stunning stone built traditional house is fully furnished and enjoys uninterrupted sea views and daily sunsets from all rooms and terraces inside.
Furnished and ready to move in, this outstanding house has its own heated indoor swimming pool as well as a large swimming pool in the garden – located in the sought after area of Ocakkoy within the Ovacik region.
Offering a completely private lifestyle in Turkey, this magnificent detached property is found within a quiet area of Ovacik in the Fethiye region and is on the market today as fully furnished and decorated throughout.
Built to luxury standards throughout, these excellent villas are nestled within a residential area of Aksu in Altintas and have their own pools and gardens for relaxing and spending long days outside with loved ones.
With a breath taking sea view, this fully furnished villa is for sale within a residential area of Yalikavak and is just ten minutes away from the beach on foot – ideal for families and those relocating to Turkey.
Located within the heart of Bodrum is this beautiful house with its own private landscaped garden and large swimming pool with lovely sea view – this property is a must see for those who want to relocate to Turkey.
Renovated to modern contemporary standards throughout, this beautiful detached villa is located within the residential area of Zekeriyakoy in Sariyer and is just five minutes away from the nearest International School.
Overlooking the sea with a golden sunset, this detached villa is set within a large garden with swimming pool and separate guest apartment for friends or hired help to use – the property has recently been reduced for a quick sale and is a must see.
Elevated apartments for sale in Camlica area of Uskudar with views heading out towards the Bosphorus Sea and surrounding natural environment – suitable for those wanting to live in Turkey with options available up to six bedrooms.
This is a golden opportunity to invest in a prime villa within a residential and highly private area of Belek – enquire today for more information and to arrange your visit at the earliest before all homes are sold out.
Stone built private mansions for sale at Demirbuku Bay in Bodrum, just a few metres away from a 1.5km shoreline and beach for relaxing at the seaside or sailing some of the best sailing routes in the peninsula.
Within walking distance to the Old Town of Kalkan, this deluxe five bedroom property has all the makings of a wonderful family home in Turkey and features its own private garden with spacious swimming pool overlooking the sea.
Words do not do this listing justice – this spectacular duplex apartment overlooks Tarabya Marina and is found within an exclusive neighbourhood in Istanbul, suitable for those looking to live with their family in Turkey.
Built to exceptional standards throughout, this property is located in Side area of Turkey and is within easy driving distances to the nearest beach – on the market as completely furnished and ready to move in immediately.
Located just 100 metres away from the world famous Bagdat Avenue where you will find every shopping brand possible is this outstanding development of apartments for sale in Goztepe Kadikoy on the Asian side of the city.
Providing a healthy rental income for the current owner, this organic bazaar is a superb investment in commercial property in Istanbul and is situated along a busy high street close to other shops and transportation.
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.
Boasting a smart home system allowing residences to be controlled via the touch of a button, these incredible sea view properties in Istanbul enjoy a fantastic location in a new coastal city district and are fully equipped with facilities.