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Quick answer Foreign purchases remain concentrated in a small number of markets. Istanbul leads for work, education, rentals and full-time city living. Antalya and Alanya are the main Mediterranean choices for year-round use. Mersin offers newer housing at lower prices, while Bodrum attracts buyers looking for villas and private coastal homes. Ankara is a no...

The Turkish Ministry of Trade has confirmed a new development for anyone buying or selling property in Turkey: the mandatory Secure Payment System for real estate transactions did not come into effect as initially planned; the Ministry of Trade postponed the launch to October 1, 2026. Additional Time for Technical Integration According to the Ministry, the e...

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...

** Update: The mandatory implementation of the Secure Payment System for property title deed transactions has been postponed until 1 October 2026. For the latest information and details, read our updated news. 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 Turke...

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...