Apartments for sale in Istanbul

Buying an apartment in Istanbul

Istanbul spreads across Europe and Asia, divided by the Bosphorus, and most of its homes are apartments. On the European side, central districts such as Beşiktaş, Şişli and Beyoğlu are close to business and cultural areas, while on the Asian side Kadıköy, Üsküdar and Ataşehir are popular residential choices. Newer developments are also spread across the outer districts on both sides.

Types of apartment

Options range from flats in older city buildings to modern residence projects (rezidans) with concierge, security, a gym, indoor parking and sometimes a pool. Larger complexes often have landscaped grounds and play areas. Layouts are described as 1+1, 2+1, 3+1 and so on. Views of the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara or the city skyline are valued, as is easy access to metro and other rail lines.

What to check

• Tapu: full individual title (kat mülkiyeti) or construction-stage title (kat irtifakı).
• İskan (habitation certificate) for completed buildings.
• Building age and earthquake resilience; some older blocks are part of urban renewal (kentsel dönüşüm).
• Monthly management fees (aidat), which can be significant in residence projects with many services.
• For off-plan homes: permits, the developer's track record and payment terms.

Next steps

The listings above update automatically. Tell us which part of the city suits your daily life and we can help you compare apartments and arrange viewings. We recommend an independent lawyer for the purchase.