Real Estate Investment Opportunities in Istanbul 2025

Turkey Real Estate Market: Istanbul Continues to Offer Investment Opportunities

According to the latest data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK), a total of 164,306 residential properties were sold across Turkey in the first 10 months of 2025. Despite a limited decline of 0.5% compared to the same period last year, a 9% increase on a monthly basis indicates that the market is starting to recover.

These figures suggest that, especially during this period of price stabilization, new and advantageous entry points are emerging for those considering real estate investments.

Istanbul: Leading in Sales Volume and Investment Power

Between January and October 2025, Istanbul maintained its clear leadership in residential property sales. A total of 211,873 properties were sold in the megacity, accounting for 16.4% of the total sales across Turkey.

The high transaction volume indicates a market with strong liquidity, consistent demand, and long-term value retention, making Istanbul an indispensable investment hub for both local and foreign investors.

Most Preferred Districts in Istanbul in 2025

According to the list prepared based on TUIK and Endeksa data, the top 10 districts in Istanbul with the highest residential property sales in the first 10 months of 2025, along with the number of sales and the average square meter prices as of October 2025, are as follows:

Six of the top 10 districts being located on the Anatolian Side clearly indicates that investor preferences are shifting towards this region. The developing transportation networks, new residential projects, and quality-of-life focused planning are among the key factors making the Anatolian Side attractive.

🔹 Esenyurt continues to be the first choice for investors aiming for high returns with a low budget, thanks to its significantly lower square meter prices compared to the Istanbul average.
🔹 Başakşehir, despite being far from the Bosphorus, builds investor confidence with planned urbanization, modern projects, and strong infrastructure investments.
🔹 The coastal districts on the Anatolian Side, which border the Sea of Marmara, continue to be in demand both for residential living and rental returns.
🔹 Kadıköy, despite high square meter prices, remains one of the prestigious investment areas that maintains its value due to strong and constant demand.

Why Should You Invest in Real Estate Now?

✔ Stabilization of prices in the market
✔ Resurgence in sales volume
✔ Attractive projects for selective investors
✔ Long-term value appreciation and strong rental potential

📈 All indicators suggest that the current period offers a strategic opportunity for real estate investment in Istanbul and across Turkey.