Investment Apartments for Sale in Istanbul

Looking for an apartment in Istanbul to rent out or use yourself? Browse new developments and resale homes, with details of each property’s location, layout and shared facilities.

A property investment starts with choosing a home that suits your budget and intended use. Compare the building’s condition and running costs alongside the asking price, then take a closer look at the neighbourhood and transport links before arranging a viewing.

Buying an apartment as an investment

A flat near your workplace and a home for occasional visits may lead you to quite different parts of Istanbul. Start with how you intend to use the apartment, then decide which neighbourhoods make sense. That is a more useful way to approach the Istanbul property market than choosing a district on its reputation alone.

There are new developments and resale apartments on both sides of the Bosphorus. A newer building may offer shared facilities, while an older flat may put you closer to the streets and places you already know. Neither the address nor the age of a building tells the whole story; visit the property and weigh up the costs before deciding.

Before you choose a property

Keep these points in mind as you narrow down the listings:

• Total budget: Allow for purchase costs and ongoing bills as well as the asking price. Shared facilities can be useful, but their upkeep also belongs in your budget.
• How you will use it: Decide whether you want a home for yourself, a property to let or a combination of the two. This helps you set priorities for location, layout and facilities.
• Everyday journeys: Check the route from the actual building to transport, shops and work. Two homes in the same district can offer very different daily routines.
• Viewings: Use a visit to look at the apartment, the common areas and the surrounding streets. Our team can arrange viewings and explain the next steps in the buying process.
• A fair comparison: Compare similar homes before judging the price. Note any repairs or improvements you would want to make, rather than treating a new apartment and a resale flat as interchangeable.

Where to look in Istanbul

Here are a few districts to explore as you decide where to focus your search:

• Beylikdüzü: Modern residential complexes are a feature of this European-side district. Check what is already available around the development, particularly if the project itself is new.
• Esenyurt: Newer apartment developments and an international community are part of the local mix. Look closely at the building and its immediate surroundings when comparing listings.
• Başakşehir: Worth exploring if you are looking at newer residential areas or travel in the direction of Istanbul Airport. Check the journey from the particular home you are considering.
• Kadıköy: An established district on the Asian side with good transport connections. New buildings introduced through urban renewal sit alongside the existing housing stock.
• Kağıthane: The M7 metro serves this central district on the European side, where established neighbourhoods and newer developments meet.
• Kartal: On the Asian side, with access to major roads and Marmaray. New residential projects and urban renewal have added to the choice of apartments here.
• Ataşehir: A residential and business district on the Asian side, near the Istanbul Financial Center. If you work in this part of the city, it is one area to explore for your home search.
• Silivri: Further west and outside the central urban districts. If the apartment will be your year-round home, give particular attention to the journeys you would make regularly.
• Tuzla: A coastal district where residential areas sit alongside industry and maritime facilities, including Viaport Marina. The surroundings have a different character from the city centre.

Arrange a viewing in Istanbul

Tell us which apartments interest you and what you have in mind for your purchase. We can discuss the options and arrange viewings for your visit to Istanbul.

• Call our office: +90 242 512 25 00.
• Send us a message.
• WhatsApp: +90 532 341 67 54 (@terrarealestate).

We can collect you from your hotel or accommodation for a free, no-obligation viewing.

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