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Housing Prices Reach New Level: Average Home Price Exceeds 4 Million TL In March 2026, Turkey's housing market reached an important milestone. The average price per square meter rose above 40,000 TL for the first time, reaching 40,380 TL. The price of a 100 square meter house is now over 4 million TL. Square Meter Prices Rising, Real Prices Falling According to Central Bank data, housing price...

Starting May 1, 2026, Turkey will require all property sales to use a Secure Payment System. The regulation applies to all buyers and sellers in Turkey, including foreign nationals. This system prevents potential scams, ensures secure transactions, and protects both parties. How Does the Secure Payment Process Work? The process involves three steps: Buye...

The Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK) has published its report on real estate sales statistics for 2025. A Total of 1,688,910 Properties Sold in Turkey in 2025 In 2025, 1,688,910 residential properties were sold in Turkey, reflecting a 14.3% increase compared to 2024. Istanbul recorded the highest number of sales with 280,262 properties. Ankara and Izmir followed with 152,534 and 96,998 sales, respectively. The lowest sales figures were reported in Ardahan (727), Bayburt (1,251), and Hakkari (1,559).

What Triggered the 2025 Buyer’s Market in Turkey? After several years of rapid growth, 2025 marks a calmer and more balanced chapter for Turkey’s real estate market, offering opportunities for buyers ready to take their time and make strategic choices. This shift did not happen overnight. It was shaped by a combination of global and local developments. Worldwide, rising borrowing costs encouraged investors to be more selective. In Turkey, the attractive exchange rate, appealing lifestyle, and relatively affordable property prices had long driven strong dome...

2025 Market Overview: Property for Sale in Turkey for Foreign Buyers For many foreign buyers, 2025 continues to be a good time to enter Turkey’s property market, especially with property prices still well below those in comparable countries. Even after years of strong growth, property for sale in Turkey remains affordable in both major cities and coas...