Turkey

Turkey combines a low entry threshold, stable rental demand, and the opportunity to obtain citizenship through investment. A well-chosen location and project can deliver returns of 6–9% per annum in foreign currency, along with high liquidity

Returns of 6–9% per annum in USD are a realistic outcome with the right project selection and professional management;

Coastal locations such as Alanya offer high liquidity, while Istanbul provides long-term stability.

Properties from $400K+ qualify for Turkish citizenship by investment;

Coastal locations such as Alanya offer high liquidity, while Istanbul provides long-term stability.

Properties from $400K+ qualify for Turkish citizenship by investment;

Returns of 6–9% per annum in USD are a realistic outcome with the right project selection and professional management;

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Real Estate in Turkey

Returns are estimates and not guaranteed. See Legal & Disclosures

Case 1

Istanbul (Şişli / Bomonti): Stable Rental Income in the City Center

Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 60 m², modern condominium

Strategy: Long-term rental to business professionals

Purchase (2022): $ 270,000

Market value (2025): $ 297,000 (+10%)

Rental income: $ 1,300/month → $ 15,600/year

Total income over 3 years: Rental: $ 46,800 + Capital growth: $ 27,000 = Total: $ 73,800

ROI for the period: 27% | ≈8.2% annually

Why it worked:

Şişli is one of Istanbul’s most stable districts in terms of rental demand and pricing. It is highly sought after by professionals on 1–3 year contracts. Moderate competition and consistent demand ensure a predictable cash flow, with an estimated payback period of 12–13 years.

Investment Budget: $270,000

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Real results achieved by our clients

Case 2

Istanbul (Zeytinburnu): Citizenship-by-Investment Strategy

Property type: 2-bedroom apartment, 100 m², seaside residential complex

Strategy: Turkish citizenship + rental income

Purchase (2023): $ 420,000

Rental income: $ 2,000/month → $ 24,000/year

Capital growth (2023−2025): +8% → $ 454,000

Total income over 2 years: Rental: $ 48,000 + Capital appreciation: $ 34,000 = Total: $ 82,000

ROI for the period: 19.5% | ≈8.7% annually

Why it worked:

The property meets the $ 400,000 minimum threshold for Turkey’s citizenship-by-investment program, was acquired from a reliable developer, and is located in an area with well-developed infrastructure. High liquidity and steady rental demand ensure both capital preservation and income stability.

Investment Budget: $ 420,000

Case 5

Alanya (Kargıcak): Sea-View Villa for Rental Income

Property type: 3-bedroom villa, 210 m², private plot

Strategy: Short-term and seasonal rental

Purchase (2022): $ 340,000

Rental income: $ 2,000/month (8 months/year) → $ 16,000/year

Capital growth (2022−2025): +9% → $ 371,000

Total income over 3 years: Rental: $ 48,000 + Capital appreciation: $ 31,000 = Total: $ 79,000

ROI for the period: 23% | ≈7.5% annually

Why it worked:

Strong demand for holiday villas from international buyers and local tenants, combined with limited supply along the coastline, ensured stable rental income and steady capital growth.

Investment Budget: $ 340,000

Case 3

Istanbul (Nişantaşı): Premium Asset with Citizenship & Income

Property type: 2+1 apartment, 120 m², luxury residence

Strategy: Turkish citizenship + rental income + capital appreciation

Purchase (2022): $650,000

Rental income: $3,000/month → $36,000/year

Capital growth (2022–2025): +10% → $715,000

Total income over 3 years: Rental: $108,000 + Capital appreciation: $65,000 = Total: $173,000

ROI for the period: 26.6% | ≈8.1% annually

Why it worked:

Nişantaşı is one of Istanbul’s most prestigious districts, offering high liquidity and consistent demand from diplomatic and corporate tenants. The location provides stable capital growth with minimal market volatility, making it a reliable premium investment asset.

Investment Budget: $ 650,000

Case 4

Alanya (Oba): Apartment for Long-Term Renta

Property Type: 2-bedroom apartment, 90 m², new residential complex with a swimming pool

Strategy: Long-term rental + capital appreciation

Purchase Price (2023): $265,000

Rental Income: $1,400/month → $16,800/year

Capital Growth (2023–2025): +7% → $283,000

Total Income Over 2 Years:
Rental income $33,600 + capital appreciation $18,000 = $51,600

ROI for the Period: 19.4% | approx. 8.5% per annum

Why This Investment Worked:

The Oba district combines strong urban infrastructure with a resort lifestyle. Long-term rental demand ensures stable income and high liquidity.

Investment Budget: $ 265,000

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Cases

Real results achieved by our clients

Case 1

Istanbul (Şişli / Bomonti): Stable Rental Income in the City Center

Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 60 m², modern condominium

Strategy: Long-term rental to business professionals

Purchase (2022): $ 270,000

Market value (2025): $ 297,000 (+10%)

Rental income: $ 1,300/month → $ 15,600/year

Total income over 3 years: Rental: $ 46,800 + Capital growth: $ 27,000 = Total: $ 73,800

ROI for the period: 27% | ≈8.2% annually

Why it worked:

Şişli is one of Istanbul’s most stable districts in terms of rental demand and pricing. It is highly sought after by professionals on 1–3 year contracts. Moderate competition and consistent demand ensure a predictable cash flow, with an estimated payback period of 12–13 years.

Investment Budget: $270,000

Case 2

Istanbul (Zeytinburnu): Citizenship-by-Investment Strategy

Property type: 2-bedroom apartment, 100 m², seaside residential complex

Strategy: Turkish citizenship + rental income

Purchase (2023): $ 420,000

Rental income: $ 2,000/month → $ 24,000/year

Capital growth (2023−2025): +8% → $ 454,000

Total income over 2 years: Rental: $ 48,000 + Capital appreciation: $ 34,000 = Total: $ 82,000

ROI for the period: 19.5% | ≈8.7% annually

Why it worked:

The property meets the $ 400,000 minimum threshold for Turkey’s citizenship-by-investment program, was acquired from a reliable developer, and is located in an area with well-developed infrastructure. High liquidity and steady rental demand ensure both capital preservation and income stability.

Investment Budget: $ 420,000

Case 5

Alanya (Kargıcak): Sea-View Villa for Rental Income

Property type: 3-bedroom villa, 210 m², private plot

Strategy: Short-term and seasonal rental

Purchase (2022): $ 340,000

Rental income: $ 2,000/month (8 months/year) → $ 16,000/year

Capital growth (2022−2025): +9% → $ 371,000

Total income over 3 years: Rental: $ 48,000 + Capital appreciation: $ 31,000 = Total: $ 79,000

ROI for the period: 23% | ≈7.5% annually

Why it worked:

Strong demand for holiday villas from international buyers and local tenants, combined with limited supply along the coastline, ensured stable rental income and steady capital growth.

Investment Budget: $ 340,000

Case 3

Istanbul (Nişantaşı): Premium Asset with Citizenship & Income

Property type: 2+1 apartment, 120 m², luxury residence

Strategy: Turkish citizenship + rental income + capital appreciation

Purchase (2022): $650,000

Rental income: $3,000/month → $36,000/year

Capital growth (2022–2025): +10% → $715,000

Total income over 3 years: Rental: $108,000 + Capital appreciation: $65,000 = Total: $173,000

ROI for the period: 26.6% | ≈8.1% annually

Why it worked:

Nişantaşı is one of Istanbul’s most prestigious districts, offering high liquidity and consistent demand from diplomatic and corporate tenants. The location provides stable capital growth with minimal market volatility, making it a reliable premium investment asset.

Investment Budget: $ 650,000

Case 4

Alanya (Oba): Apartment for Long-Term Renta

Property Type: 2-bedroom apartment, 90 m², new residential complex with a swimming pool

Strategy: Long-term rental + capital appreciation

Purchase Price (2023): $265,000

Rental Income: $1,400/month → $16,800/year

Capital Growth (2023–2025): +7% → $283,000

Total Income Over 2 Years:
Rental income $33,600 + capital appreciation $18,000 = $51,600

ROI for the Period: 19.4% | approx. 8.5% per annum

Why This Investment Worked:

The Oba district combines strong urban infrastructure with a resort lifestyle. Long-term rental demand ensures stable income and high liquidity.

Investment Budget: $ 265,000

Returns are estimates and not guaranteed. See Legal & Disclosures

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Secure Purchase Process

Turkey’s real estate market is fully regulated by the state. All transactions are registered through the official land registry (Tapu ve Kadastro).

Ownership is recorded in the national register, eliminating legal risks. Properties can be purchased in USD, EUR, or Turkish lira.

Returns and Exit Potential

Rental yields range from 6−8% per annum in foreign currency.

Capital appreciation typically reaches 15−25% over 3−4 years, particularly in high-demand tourist locations.

Freehold Ownership Rights

Foreign buyers are allowed to own property on a freehold basis (full ownership rights). Upon registration, you receive the Tapu — the official title deed.

The property can be rented out, sold, or passed on by inheritance.

Key advantages of investing in Turkey

Secure Purchase Process

Turkey’s real estate market is fully regulated by the state. All transactions are registered through the official land registry (Tapu ve Kadastro).

Ownership is recorded in the national register, eliminating legal risks. Properties can be purchased in USD, EUR, or Turkish lira.

Returns and Exit Potential

Rental yields range from 6−8% per annum in foreign currency.

Capital appreciation typically reaches 15−25% over 3−4 years, particularly in high-demand tourist locations.

Freehold Ownership Rights

Foreign buyers are allowed to own property on a freehold basis (full ownership rights). Upon registration, you receive the Tapu — the official title deed.

The property can be rented out, sold, or passed on by inheritance.

Sofia Mamedova

Founder & CEO, Sofia Global Realty

"Turkey is one of the few markets that combines secure transactions, full ownership rights, returns of 6−9% per annum, and the opportunity to obtain citizenship through investment.
Alanya is ideal for rental income and leisure.
Istanbul is best suited for long-term stability and capital growth.
Antalya offers comfortable seaside living with strong liquidity."

In every location, we select not just a property, but a solution aligned with your investment strategy and long-term goals.

KEY TAKEAWAYS ON TURKEY:

Expert insight from the founder of Sofia Global Realty

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