Antalya and other cities in Turkey

Antalya

It is one of Turkey's newest seaside resorts (the distance from Antalya International Airport to hotels is about 12-16 kilometers), with well-developed tourist infrastructure. The local coast can be divided into three beach zones.

Municipal beaches with big white pebbles in the Konyalti region, artificial platform beaches in the rocky middle part of Lara, and sandy beaches in the Lara region are all examples.

Antalya, once called the "Turkish Riviera's Most Beautiful Town," has transformed into a well-known capital of the "Turkish Riviera" owing to its excellent infrastructure of modern hotels, numerous restaurants, warm coffee shops in the national style, a variety of entertainment centers and discos, shops with a massive selection of goods, and an

Antalya is a city in Turkey's Aegean region and the province's administrative capital, and a tourist destination and sea transport hub. The population of the town is around 1 million people.

Pros:

• A city with a well-established infrastructure provides limitless leisure, employment, and real estate options. Luxury villas on the coast are just one example of this, as is small housing in high-rise residential complexes.
• There is a Russian-speaking diaspora. There are high-quality medical care, universities (training is also offered for foreigners), Russian-language schools, and kindergartens. The city has everything for a comfortable stay. You can choose a more active or more relaxed lifestyle depending on the area.
• There are a lot of tourists, during the holiday season, the population at the expense of them increases at least twice.
• Real estate costs vary; you can find both budget and luxury options.
• Antalya International Airport is 16 km from the city center.
• Easy adaptation, especially in areas where many Russian speakers live.

Cons:

• Most of the jobs are in tourism.
• There are many tourists from Russia, Ukraine, and other CIS countries. For some, this may be a plus, but for those who want to live in a Turkish atmosphere, it is better to choose areas of Antalya that are less popular with foreign guests.
• Heavy traffic, especially in summer.

Prices for apartments in Antalya start from 155,000 euros for 1 + 1 in the old fund, the distance to the sea will be about 2 km.

Belek

Belek is considered a resort for wealthy vacationers (30 km from the center of Antalya; 25 km from Antalya Airport), located on the Mediterranean coast. Only five-star hotels and elite tourist complexes are located here, built so as not to disturb the unique ecological balance of the beach with its eucalyptus forests. It is one of the few places in Turkey where giant Caretta-caretta tortoises lay their eggs. In addition, there is an actual bird paradise - the birthplace of many unique bird species, the owl Tuto-Alba, which has become a symbol of Belek.

The coastal zone is represented by 20 kilometers of sandy beaches, and almost all of them are marked with the Blue Flag for the cleanliness of the coast and waters. At least 50 meters, Wide beaches are covered with fine and coarse sand.

Belek is a resort town in Turkey's Antalya province, on the Mediterranean Sea. One of Turkey's foremost golfing destinations.

Pros:

• Ideal for a calm, measured life.
• The population is about 7 thousand people. During the tourist season, there are many more people in Belek.
• A luxurious resort with beautiful nature.
• The nearest airport is Antalya, just 25 km from the city.
• The beaches are some of the best in Turkey.
• The resort is elite; you can rent real estate very profitably.

Cons:

• The city itself is located at a distance from the coast, about 1 km. There are hotels and golf courses along the coast.
• Almost all the work in the city serves the tourism sector.
• Expensive real estate, both residential and commercial. High prices for accommodation

Prices in Belek for apartments 1 + 1 from 180.000 euros at the construction stage at a distance of 1.5 km from the sea.

Bodrum

The resort is located on the coast of the Aegean Sea. Transparent, warm sea, spacious beaches, cozy harbors with yachts - what else is needed for a good holiday. The world-famous resort of Bodrum has not earned the reputation of the Cote d'Azur without reason. It is here that numerous representatives of bohemians come; interesting exhibitions are often held here. Moreover, this resort is ideal for lovers of surfing and sailing.

Bodrum will especially appeal to those who prefer a light and relaxed bohemian atmosphere. This city is full of life around the clock.

Bodrum is a city in Mugla Province, one of Turkey's most fashionable resorts, on the shores of the Bodrum Bay of the Aegean Sea.

Pros:

• It is a charming city with exceptional nature, ecology, clean sea, and air.
• From Bodrum, you can quickly get to Greece; there is a ferry to the island of Kos.
• The nearest international airport is Milas-Bodrum, half an hour's drive from the city.
• An exciting feature of the city is that there are no high-rise buildings, but most houses are white or light in color.
• Bodrum has everything you need for a luxurious life: boutiques, yachts for rent and purchase, clubs, and restaurants.
• Many famous people of Turkey, stage stars, politicians, and just wealthy people from other countries, have their real estate in Bodrum.
• Usually, in the city, they bought the property for recreation. But now, a lot of money is being invested in the infrastructure of Bodrum, so many have shifted their focus to purchasing housing for permanent residents.
• Bodrum will soon have a central gas pipeline, significantly reducing electricity costs.
• It is very profitable to rent out housing in prestigious Bodrum. Buying a property here is a genuinely good investment!

Cons:

• Expensive real estate. Prices for it are growing almost every month due to the demand for the city and its development.
• Bodrum is a fashionable resort; it is pretty expensive to live in it all the time, especially in areas on the very seashore. But now, when more and more middle-income people are moving to Bodrum, there are also budget options for recreation, shopping, etc.

Prices in Bodrum from 200.000 euros for apartments 1 + 1 in construction at a distance of 1 km from the sea.

Gocek

It is a small Turkish town located between the cities of Fethiye and Dalaman. The town's population is about 4.5 thousand people, in the summer it increases to 7 thousand. Currently, 2/3 of the population are foreigners. The British claim that Göcek is "warm England," but not Turkey.

Gocek - that's how it is correct to call him in Russian. Since the Turkish letter "c" in the Turkish alphabet has the sound "j" and, accordingly, the Turkish name Gocek reads as Göcek.

Didim

The city is located on the Aegean Sea's coast. The city draws tourists for its beautiful beaches of golden sand and clear, warm water. Turkey has a mild climate, as does the town itself. In July, temperatures can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius, but they do not go below 10 degrees in December. The Aegean Sea

The climate of Turkey is exceptionally mild, so people come here not only to relax on vacation but also to move to a permanent place of residence. For this reason, the demand for rental housing remains relevant even after the end of the swimming season.

The most typical cost of a home located 100 meters from the sea is 250,000 euros. The price of an ultra-luxury property might be 4 million euros, and this is not the maximum. Apartment prices start at around 160,000 Euros in Didim. Prices for penthouses start at 100,000 Euros.

Kemer

The resort town on the Mediterranean coast (42 km from Antalya; 40-70 km from the airport to hotels) is located in an ecologically clean area on the territory of the national natural park. Today Kemer is the most famous resort on the southern coast, attracting tourists with the Taurus Mountains, groves and nature reserves, well-groomed beaches, and clear water. The sandy and pebbly beaches of Kemer are marked with the Blue Flag (they meet high-quality standards and are ideal for safe swimming).

The coast is conditionally divided into two beach areas—city pebble beach and sand and pebble beach, which is more suitable for a relaxing holiday.

Kemer is a resort city and a port city on the Mediterranean coast, at the foot of the Taurus Mountains, in the province of Antalya.

 Pros:

• Excellent climate.
• The population is small; it increases sharply due to tourists during the holiday season.
• A well-planned tourist infrastructure, attractive beaches.
• The ban on multi-story construction, so almost all houses have a beautiful view of the sea or mountains. Real estate with high investment attractiveness is mainly purchased for recreation and rent.
• The nearest airport is Antalya, 40 km from Kemer.
• Many locals know Russian, many Russian-speaking tourists, many who have moved to permanent residence.

Cons:

• Winter in Kemer can be dull, especially for those accustomed to an active life.
• The beaches are pebbly.
• The cost of real estate is above the national average, especially in coastal areas and villas. It's boiling in summer.

Villas and townhouses mainly represent the real estate. Prices for villas in Kemer start from 200,000 euros.

Marmaris

Marmaris is located on a peninsula in the southwestern part of Turkey (the distance from Dalaman airport to hotels is 90 km). Here the waters of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas meet. Marmaris is the most European resort in Turkey. Green and quiet bays, golden sand and pebble beaches, clear turquoise water give it a unique charm.

Hotels are mainly urban (four-story buildings with a small area). Club hotels with a vast territory and a sandy beach are located either in the nearest villages or parking between Marmaris and Icmeler. In the suburbs, the water in the sea is cleaner and more transparent.

The resort is recommended for youth recreation and active tourists.

In ancient times, the city of Marmaris was called Fiskos and was one of the important port cities of Caria.

Marmaris is a famous resort city in Turkey. It is located in the province of Mugla, at the confluence of the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. The town has a port.

 Pros:

• The city is small; it is considered a youth resort at the European level.
• It is the sailing center of the Eastern Mediterranean.
• The population in the summer, due to tourists, increases several times.
• There is no exhausting heat in summer, the city is located in a closed bay, so there are no winter storms.
• There is a regular ferry service to the Greek island of Rhodes.
• The nearest airport is Dalaman, 95 km from the city.
• Real estate in the city is bought mainly for recreation, as a "summer cottage." Commercial real estate is also in demand: hotels, premises for shops, etc.
• There is a Russian-speaking community but few Russian-speaking people in general.

Cons:

The city is very active during the holiday season, and in winter life it freezes.

The main transport in the city is dolmus and taxi. You can go to another town by bus.

The price of real estate is high, but the investment will quickly pay off if you rent it out. There is a considerable demand to rent a home in Marmaris because there isn't an overabundance of individuals wanting to rent a property. The language most widely spoken in the city of foreign languages is primarily English.

Prices for apartments in Marmaris start from 250,000 euros.

Side

A resort town located on a small peninsula on the Mediterranean coast (75 km from Antalya; the distance from the airport to hotels is 50-70 km). Modern tourist complexes and sandy beaches surround it.

The city was founded in the 7th century BC. Greek colonists, the modern Side does not go beyond the ancient city's walls.

Side is famous for its beautiful sandy beaches. To the east of the city, immersed in pine forests, there are such resort areas as Sorgun, Titreyengel, Kyzylgach, and Manavgat. To the west are the regions of Side-Kumköy and Side-Chalokly.

There are hotels for every "taste and budget" - from multi-level complexes to apartments.

Prices for apartments start from 200,000 euros.

Fethiye is a young port city with a developed infrastructure, located on the Mediterranean Sea at the foot of mountains covered with pine and cedar forests (60 km from Dalaman airport). Surrounded by greenery, the city is considered an ecologically clean place with excellent air and climate.

The sand and pebble beach is considered one of the largest in Turkey.

Conventionally, Fethiye can be divided into two parts. Beaches offer elite recreation in the northern part, mainly with large pebbles.

The second southern part is Oludeniz Bay, with a very calm sea, as a peninsular beach covers it on the north side (turtles live here, and therefore this area is called Turtle Island). Here the beaches are municipal and free, pebble with loose sand.

Prices in Fethiye for apartments 1+1 from 170.000 euros at a distance from the sea about 1 km.

Izmir

A dynamically developing city, it combines the flavor of the Turkish Mediterranean and the features of a significant European cultural, business, commercial and industrial center. It is the third-largest city in Turkey and the country's second-largest port. A lot of museums and theaters are in this resort. Various international festivals and competitions are constantly held here. The Aegean Philharmonic Orchestra is widely known. In a word, this city is an actual cultural center of Turkey. And how beautiful are the streets lined with palm trees, how impressive are its squares, and how magnificent the numerous parks are! Urban infrastructure is actively developing here; modern housing is being built rapidly. Accommodation is distinguished by comfort, high - according to European standards - quality of construction.

Izmir. The third-largest city in Turkey is located on the shores of the Gulf of Izmir of the Aegean Sea. The port city is called the most liberal city in Turkey.

Pros

A city is second only to Istanbul and Ankara regarding living standards. Lots of job opportunities and quality education. The population is primarily young. It is the most progressive city in Turkey. Recently, it has seen an increase in real estate sales: people are attracted by the developed infrastructure and comfortable life. Most people buy a home for permanent residency or long-term rent in Izmir. The transportation network has been created, and there is no road congestion compared to in Istanbul. The city is served by an airport 18 kilometers from the center. Izmir is one of the leading cities in housing sold to its native population after Istanbul. It is not as popular among tourists, but they do reside there. Russian-language schools and kindergartens exist as well. Izmir's real estate is diverse, ranging from high-end apartment buildings to single homes.

Cons

Real estate on the coast is expensive, much more costly than at a distance from the sea. There are few tourists, perhaps for some, this is a plus, but there are practically no Russian-speaking tourists in Izmir. Resort areas and beaches are located at a distance from the city; they will have to be reached by car for about half an hour. Izmir is located in a seismically dangerous zone. But the advantage is that all the houses are now being built to withstand the most severe earthquake, so it is best to buy housing in new buildings. There are many industrial enterprises in the city.

Prices for 1+1 apartments start at $220,000.

Kusadasi

Fantastic city with ancient history. It stands almost the ruins of the legendary Troy, and the majestic colonnade of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Temple of Artemis, has survived to this day.

The second birth of the city was given by the Genoese and Venetians, who built roads, a fortress, and a large port here.

Today, Kusadasi has become one of Turkey's most comfortable and prestigious resorts. The beauty of the coast, stretching for 50 km, attracts Europeans here, who have appreciated the magnificence of nature, the crystal clear sea, and the well-developed infrastructure.

Prices from 170,000 euros for 1+1, distance to the sea is unknown, renovated, in a house with infrastructure.

Mersin

It is the administrative center of the Mersin il (region) and one of the most densely populated cities in Turkey. About 850,000 inhabitants live here. The measured pace of everyday life and the fabulous Mediterranean Sea make the city rich in vivid emotions. Market squares and shopping streets are constantly busy and noisy every day.

Mersin is a city with a developed agricultural economy, food and textile industry, tourism, and an essential center of the Turkish economy. And, of course, this is the largest seaport, from where agricultural products and industrial goods are easily transported to other cities in Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea and where new import products come from.

Mersin is a reasonably large city with almost 2 million people. It is the administrative center of the province of Mersin.

Pros

There are educational possibilities, as well as institutions and schools. However, there are no Russian-speaking schools yet. Adana's airport is about 70 kilometers away. Housing is inexpensive, especially if you live inland. Living costs are low: goods and services are cheap. Real estate is varied, from homes to flats in addition to villas.

Cons

The airport in Adana does not receive as many international flights as, for example, the airports of Antalya or Dalaman. Adaptation will not be easy; almost no one speaks Russian or even English.

Many refugees from Syria. There are many industrial enterprises, the environment in some areas (Akdeniz, for example) is not the best. It is better not to buy housing in the secondary market. Renting may be difficult. The 1st Akkuyu nuclear power plant is under construction in Mersin province.

Prices in Mersin start from 50,000 euros for 1+1.

Real estate prices in Turkey in 2021 According to the latest data, the average cost of one square meter in Turkey is now 3.022 lira. The average property price is 398.860 lire. As for individual cities, the most expensive cost of one square meter of housing in the province of Mugla: is 7.387 lire. In Istanbul, one sq.m. costs 4.473 lire; in Antalya, the price is one sq.m. 3.684 lire.