Turkey’s real estate market remained one of the most active in Europe, with over 1.4 million property transactions in the first half of 2025 — the second-highest first-half performance ever, just behind the 2022 record. Home sales surged 26.9% YoY, reaching nearly 692,000 units despite high interest rates and economic headwinds.

Price & Yield Highlights

• Home prices grew 32.8% YoY (nominal), but high inflation means real prices are stable — an opportunity for USD and Euro investors.
• استانبول remains the top market, with prime districts averaging $1,500–$1,800/m² and waterfront units exceeding $4,000/m².
• Rental yields are climbing, averaging 4–7% in major cities and 8–10% in tourist hubs, with occupancy rates above 95%.

Key Demand Drivers

• Foreign buyers remain strong despite tightened citizenship rules, led by Russians, Iranians, and Europeans.
• Mortgage sales doubled YoY, but most buyers still prefer cash transactions due to high local borrowing costs.
• Urban renewal projects, smart homes, and energy-efficient residences are attracting both lifestyle buyers and investors.

Market Outlook

• Further growth is expected, with a projected 15–25% price increase in 2025, especially if the Central Bank eases rates in late 2025.
• Strategic investments in Istanbul, Izmir, Antalya, and Bodrum offer the best blend of capital appreciation and rental income.

Why It Matters for Investors:
The market is signaling a bottoming-out in real prices, combined with strong sales momentum and growing rental demand. With potential central bank rate cuts expected in late 2025, property values could climb significantly over the next 12–24 months. This creates a golden entry point for cash-rich investors seeking high returns and capital appreciation.

Why Realty Homist?
With over $100M in closed deals in 2025, Realty Homist specializes in luxury and high-yield projects in Turkey and Dubai, offering investors exclusive access to primary launches, resale opportunities, and guaranteed rental strategies.

2025 could be the year of strategic entry into Turkish real estate.