Turkey Real Estate Market News 2025: New Rules, Taxes, and Sales Trends
New Requirements for Residential Complexes in Turkey
Starting in 2025, new regulations for developers have come into effect, aimed at improving family comfort and increasing the investment attractiveness of residential properties in Turkey:
Medical Centers
For complexes with a built-up area over 25,000 m² and more than 250 apartments, developers are now required to include a separate building for a family medical center.Kindergartens and Nurseries
In projects of 15,000 m² or larger with more than 150 apartments, the construction of kindergartens and nurseries for children aged 0–66 months is mandatory.These new regulations make residential complexes in Turkey more family-friendly and simplify investment processes for obtaining a residence permit (Turkish Vizesiz İkamet) or citizenship through real estate.
Increase in Taxes and Fees for Property Purchases
Another important update for buyers and investors is the revision of the cadastral value (rayiç bedel), which determines property taxes:
- In major cities, the cadastral value of properties has increased 10–15 times.
- Property tax in Turkey is 0.2% of the cadastral value, payable in two installments.
- The property transfer fee remains 4% (2% each from buyer and seller).
⚡ Important: For foreigners purchasing property for residency or citizenship, the full property value will be listed in the Tapu (title deed). This simplifies the confirmation of the minimum investment threshold and makes the market more transparent.
1+0 Studios Are Back
According to a publication in the Resmî Gazete, 1+0 studio apartments, banned from construction in 2017, are allowed again from 2025. This opens new opportunities for investors looking for compact investment properties in Turkey.
Turkey Real Estate Sales Statistics 2025
Regional Leaders and Laggards
According to TÜİK, in July 2025, 142,858 apartments were sold in Turkey, an increase of 12.4% compared to the previous year.Top Selling Cities:
- Istanbul – 23,152 sales
- Ankara – 12,491
- Izmir – 7,815
Lowest Sales:
- Ardahan – 58 sales
- Bayburt – 93
- Hakkari – 103
From January to July, total sales increased by 24.2%, reaching 834,751 apartments.
Foreign Buyer Trends: Decreasing Interest
Interest from foreign buyers decreased in 2025.- In July, only 1,913 apartments were sold to foreigners (–18.6% YoY), accounting for 1.3% of total sales.
- Leading regions for foreign buyers: Istanbul – 643 sales, Antalya – 642, Mersin – 175.
- In the first seven months of 2025, foreigners purchased 11,267 apartments (–12.1%).
Top Countries Buying in Turkey:
- Russia – 315 transactions
- Iran – 152
- Germany – 135
Conclusions and Recommendations for Investors
The Turkish real estate market in 2025 remains promising for investors seeking property, residency, or citizenship. Despite rising taxes and fees, local demand continues to grow, while foreign interest has slightly declined.New project requirements make residential complexes more family-friendly, and the return of 1+0 studios creates an affordable housing segment. Buyers should also consider the increased property values in Turkey in 2025 due to rising cadastral values.
📌 If you are planning to buy property in Turkey, it is crucial to take into account the new taxes and regulations. Our experts can help you choose the optimal property for investment and for obtaining a Turkish residence permit or citizenship.
