Buying property
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From 1 December 2026, paying a seller directly for property in Turkey will no longer be allowed, unless the date is postponed again. The buyer's money will sit in a protected account until ownership is registered at the land registry (tapu). The rule applies to any sale in which the price is paid in cash, by bank transfer or by electronic funds...
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Istanbul, a city with a centuries-old history, culture and global investment potential, serves as the centre of trade between East and West, a powerful magnet for tourists and businessmen worldwide. Purchasing apartments in Turkey not only promises the opportunity to live in a country renowned for leisure and travel but also holds significant...
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Many people believe that the only well-known real estate in Turkey is found in Istanbul and Antalya. Cities like Alanya, Belek, Gazipasa, Fethiye, Marmaris, and other resort towns in the southwest of the nation are popular among foreign investors as well. Although Arabs are more likely to acquire residences in the province of Trabzon, overseas...
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Each national real estate market has its own quirks. To avoid being dissatisfied with the decision you made, you should have a clear approach and establish exactly what you expect from your new residence. We will provide ten (10) recommendations on how to acquire property in Turkey that not only justifies the investment but also creates revenue in...
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The cost of real estate in Turkey is influenced by various factors. In this article, we will discuss these factors in detail. Content: Location Apartment Size and Number of Rooms Floor Other Factors – Primary or Secondary Market and Age of the Housing Unit Furniture and Household Appliances Weather Protection Construction Stage Urgency...
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Analysts have summed up the results of Q1 2023. Despite recent statements, which the rise in housing prices slowed markedly, the statistics for January–March indicate the opposite. Real estate in Turkey continues to rise in price relatively rapidly. The volume of housing sales in the Republic of Turkey rose by 32% in March compared to February...
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For obvious reasons, January–March 2023 was challenging for the Turkish real estate market. It faced unexpected and very large-scale internal migration caused by the earthquake. Therefore, the rental stock was reduced, rental rates increased, and investors reconsidered their real estate purchase priorities. Moreover, authorities and developers...
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The events in February (namely, the earthquake that affected 11 provinces) and their aftermath stirred up the property market in Turkey. Above all, rentals: external migration — which increased dramatically a year ago, when a huge number of Russians left for Turkey — has been augmented by internal migration. Migrants from the areas affected by...
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After the February earthquake with its epicentre in Kahramanmaraş, concerns about the risks of buying property in Istanbul linger. A number of Turkish and international companies' representative offices are even moving key offices from Istanbul to Ankara. Fears are greatly exaggerated. A large number of houses in the metropolis are in need of...
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A third of the year is behind us. The future price increase is unpredictable. Nobody can guarantee that the government will provide options for foreigners to buy property. Nevertheless, the figures speak for themselves. As for buying a home for overseas nationals, there’s no cause for concern. No one will kill the goose that lays the golden egg....
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