Are you interested in buying land in Turkey? Licenced Real Estate Agency, TERRA Real Estate ® offers a wide range of plot and land for sale in Turkey and its major cities such as Alanya, Antalya, Istanbul, Side, Belek, Kemer, Kaş, Kalkan, Bodrum, Fethiye, Gazipaşa and more. All of our listings online are up to date.
One of the best real estate investment types in Turkey is buying Turkish permitted plots within the municipal borders with a given development plan. In recent years, buying a property in Turkey has become a popular topic among real estate buyers and investors. With the new regulations making the process of buying a property easier and profitable, Turkish real estate has witnessed an uprising demand in the market for the investors coming from abroad.
The real estate market in Turkey has gained unique popularity when it comes to the prices, types and quality of properties. From villas for sale in Turkey and sea view properties to apartments at affordable prices, you will definitely find the type of property that suits your lifestyle, needs and budget. Not only that, other options for investing in Turkey are also possible and your options aren’t limited to housing projects. Buying land in Turkey is a popular type of investment especially for real estate buyers planning to establish their own projects.
One of the best real estate investment types in Turkey is buying Turkish permitted plots where approved development plans are completed and located within the municipal borders. Construction companies and investors usually prefer to buy land in Turkey and plan for their investment projects. So, the most important question is how to buy land in Turkey? Keep reading for the answer!
After taking the decision of purchasing a land in Turkey, there are several regulations you need to be aware of. Firstly, there are certain areas open for foreign real estate buyers to purchase a land area in. Agricultural lands and military zones are restricted for foreign nationals to buy a private property. Secondly, there is a limit of buying land with a maximum of 30 hectares and the land area shouldn’t exceed 10% in total of a chosen district by a foreign owner. These regulations might have some exceptions and updates over time.
Therefore, the process of buying plot in Turkey is highly recommended to be guided by a professional real estate agency as TERRA Real Estate ®. When the landowners contact us regarding selling their plot, we check the sales price of the land, location, all legal details and measurements required. Then, it usually takes between 2-3 months to find a buyer in case prices suit the market prices.
As a buyer, there are many important things to keep in mind when buying land and Turkey:
1. Money transfer from abroad can take up to several days, this might be a problem when you find a suitable land deal that should be closed quickly due to competition.
2. Unreliable sellers are also an important aspect to keep in mind throughout this process. If you do not buy a plot in Turkey via a trusted real estate agent, you might face some problems with unreliable sellers overpricing the plot value.
3. It is a difficult process to find land for sale in Turkey without a trusted real estate agency. Most of the independent web advertisements preview information about lands for sale in Turkey, whereas, in reality, the plot totally differs from the advertisement. Therefore, taking this step forward with TERRA Real Estate ® will guarantee that the plot you are interested in matches reality since we check all details before advertising the plots.
4. Even if we have been in business since 2004, sometimes it might be difficult even for us to verify the legal procedures. Make sure that you work with a trusted real estate company with local knowledge and references.
Advice to Land Buyers and Investors:
• A first step is to always work with a trustworthy real estate agency to keep you updated about offers and special discounts. It is always a good idea to remain on the clients’ list of real estate agencies.
• Make sure you are contacting a trusted real estate agency since the contact point between you and the sellers are the real estate agents.
• Having your money in Turkey is a good idea to close the deal faster especially if the deal is competitive.
There are several rules and regulations when it comes to buying real estate in Turkey. You should be aware of the regulations regarding Turkish building permissions that depend on the type of building you plan to have on the land. Types include commercial projects, mixed developments (residential and commercial), high or low rise residential projects i.e. apartments or houses. Thus, when buying land, you should know what type the land is and the percentage of the permitted construction area.
Purchasing agricultural land in Turkey is not allowed for foreigners unless they establish an investment company in the following fields: agriculture, factory, industry, or energy production.
Additionally, it's only allowed to buy a plot in Turkey that has a building permit in a municipality. The duration of building permits is usually 5 years and it is authorized by the municipality in which the land is situated.
If you have decided to buy a property; investment land, commercial property, sea view villa, or brand new apartment in Turkey - Whichever! You will be amazed by Turkey's quality lifestyle. There are several nice locations to choose the plot for sale in Turkey. All you should do is choose where to buy land that suits you, your budget, and your investment plans.
Before buying a plot in Turkey, make sure that you work with reputable estate agents with good references and experience. TERRA Real Estate has the experience in helping foreigners buy land in Turkey, we provide you with a safe and secure purchase since 2004. Following all legal measurements and achieving a high level of professional sales experience, we have gained a trustable reputation in the Turkish real estate market.
As one of the pioneers in the Turkish real estate market, we are confident that our wide real estate portfolio continuously offers unique opportunities. We do not only offer plots for sale in Turkey but also offer investment commercial properties in Turkey.
Our step-by-step guide about buying property in Turkey will guide you through the entire property buying process, from searching for the ideal property to ensuring the paperwork is in order and closing the deal. Visit the "Buying Real Estate in Turkey" page for details.
Not over yet! If you are planning to buy real estate in Turkey but cannot travel to the country, you can also check the “Online Buying a Property in Turkey” page.
When you have figured out the financing situation and want to come to view the land for sale in Turkey, we can arrange your personalized viewing trip to Turkey from all major airports in and around Europe. Read more about viewing trips to Turkey and online viewing tours arranged by TERRA Real Estate ®.