Made in Turkey: how houses are built in Turkey

Republic of Turkey – a country of hot sun, picturesque nature and sea resorts of European quality. Today, Turkey is of interest to foreigners not only for seasonal holidays, residence and permanent residence, but also as a place to purchase liquid real estate.

Noting the rapidly growing interest of foreign investors in the housing market, the Turkish government has tightened requirements for developers to meet construction standards and deadlines for project delivery. The construction companies themselves, focusing on the wishes of buyers from abroad, strive to create residential complexes of increased comfort with the best price-quality ratio.

Abouthow houses are built in Turkey we will tell you in detail in our article.

Content of the article:

Construction standards in Turkey

Each region has its own distinctive development rules and building codes. Their implementation is strictly controlled by authorized authorities.

Basic requirements for construction companies:

  • Zoning. Land in Turkey is subject to zoning, which determines the possibility of construction in a particular area. If the site is not zoned, it will not be possible to obtain a license, planning permission and build a residential complex or any other building on it. Zoning issues are controlled by municipalities.
  • Integrated development. The country strictly adheres to the rule of integrated development of land plots. After acquiring the land, the developer has only two years, during which he is obliged to begin construction of the complex. The restriction is related to maintaining the prestige of the area, since after a couple of years of inactivity the site will take on an unsightly appearance. This is treated especially strictly in the resort regions of the country.
  • Construction restrictions. External construction work in tourist areas is allowed from October to May, when the flow of vacationers noticeably decreases . Developers are trying to resolve all issues related to obtaining permits during the high season in order to have time to complete the main work on the construction of the building by next summer.
  • Compliance with technical regulations. In addition to permitting documentation, a Genel Iskan or technical passport is issued for the residential complex. The State Commission will not issue a completion certificate if any building regulations are violated. The developer undertakes to eliminate violations within a limited period of time.
  • Object delivery deadlines. Construction of houses in Turkeyby law should not exceed three years. Each stage of construction is strictly regulated. This restriction applies to both multi-apartment residential complexes and villa complexes. For violation of deadlines, serious penalties and difficulties with the implementation of new projects are provided. This is one of the main reasons why there are practically no long-term construction projects in Turkey.

Turkish construction industry in 2022 – This is a mechanism streamlined at the legislative level that encourages developers to meet the stated construction deadlines, and in some cases complete the work even earlier.

For investors from abroad, with choosing the right intermediary in the person of a real estate agency or a reliable developer, do not worry about how houses are built in Turkey and about the timely commissioning of a residential complex.

Made in Turkey: how houses are built in Turkey

Stages of construction of a residential complex in Turkey

Turkish developers are known throughout the world for their high professionalism and quality of work performed. The main criterion for the durability and safety of a building – compliance with the phasing of construction. Let's take a closer look at how andwhat houses are built in Turkey.

The construction of residential complexes takes place in several successive stages:

1. Choosing a site for construction

A land plot for real estate construction is acquired only after agreement with the administration of the general urban development plan.

2. Design

Geological surveys and topographic surveys are carried out on the site, design documentation and a master plan are prepared, on the basis of which a construction permit is issued.

Examples of real estate in Turkey

117 500 €

This 110 sq m two-bedroom apartment in Mahmutlar is located on the fifth floor of a building built in 2009. It offers sea views and residence permit options. The apartment is delivered furnished and includes a living room, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and two balconies. It is 200 m from the sea and 50 m from the city center.

room

2+1

area

110 m²

id

11089

Citizenship
Duplex apartment 3+1, 160 m² in the Mahmutlar area, 450 m from the sea - opportunity to obtain citizenship-id-11088-photo-2

302 500 €

This 3+1 duplex apartment, measuring 160 sq m, is located on the ninth and tenth floors of a building built in 2023 in the Mahmutlar district. The layout includes a living room, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two balconies. The apartment is delivered unfurnished and is suitable for citizenship applications. The distance to the sea is 450 m, and to the city center is 100 m.

room

3+1, Duplex

area

160 m²

id

11088

This 1+1 apartment, 52 m², in the Mahmutlar district is located on the second floor of a building built in 2024 and is delivered unfurnished. It features one bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. The distance to the sea is 800 m, and to the city center is 650 m.

room

1+1

area

52 m²

id

11087

117 500 €

This furnished 1+1 apartment, measuring 48 m², is located on the fifth floor of a building built in 2014 in central Alanya, near Cleopatra Beach. It features a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 700 m, and to the city center is 150 m. The property is eligible for a residence permit.

room

1+1

area

48 m²

id

11086

146 000 €

This 1+1 apartment, 58 sq m, in Nizhnyaya Oba, Obagel, is located on the third floor of a building built in 2016 and is delivered furnished. The layout includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one glassed-in balcony. The distance to the sea is 150 m, and to the city center is 100 m.

room

1+1

area

58 m²

id

11085

This 70 sq m 1+1 apartment in Mahmutlar is located on the third floor of a building built in 2015 and is delivered furnished. The apartment has one bathroom and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 600 m, and to the city center is 300 m.

room

1+1

area

70 m²

id

11084

95 000 €

This 1+1 apartment, measuring 52 m², is located on the second floor of a building built in 2010 in the Güllerpınarı district, in central Alanya. The apartment is delivered furnished and is suitable for a residence permit. The layout includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 200 m, and to the city center is 100 m.

room

1+1

area

52 m²

id

11083

108 000 €

This 2+1 garden duplex apartment, measuring 100 m², in the Avsallar neighborhood occupies the first and second floors of a building built in 2024 and is being delivered unfurnished. The layout includes a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 1,000 m, and to the city center is 850 m.

room

2+1, Duplex

area

100 m²

id

11082

220 000 €

This furnished 2+1 duplex apartment, measuring 110 m², is located on the ninth floor of a ten-story building in the Mahmutlar district. The building was built in 2021. The two-level apartment features two bedrooms, a living room, two bathrooms, and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 550 m, and to the city center is 350 m.

room

2+1, Duplex

area

110 m²

id

11081

82 500 €

This 40 sq m one-bedroom apartment in the Kestel district of Alanya is being delivered furnished. It is located on the ground floor of a building built in 2015, 450 meters from the sea and 100 meters from the city center. The apartment has one bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and one balcony.

room

1+1

area

40 m²

id

11080

220 000 €

This 2+1 duplex apartment in Verkhnyaya Oba is 112 m² and is located on the fourth floor of a five-story building built in 2023. The apartment is delivered with new luxury furniture. The two-level layout includes a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 1,500 m, and to the city center is 1,000 m.

room

2+1, Duplex

area

112 m²

id

11079

Citizenship
Three-level villa 6+2, 300 m² in the Oba area - plot 800 m², house 1+0, 200 m to the sea, residence permit and citizenship-id-11078-photo-12

890 000 €

This three-story, 6+2-bedroom villa, 300 m² in the Oba district of Alanya, is being delivered furnished. The house has five bathrooms and six balconies, and on the 800 m² plot, there is an additional one-bedroom cottage for guests or a helper. Built in 2024, the villa occupies the first, second, and third floors. It is 200 m from the sea and 100 m from the city center. The property is suitable for residency and citizenship applications.

room

1+0, 6+2

area

300 m²

id

11078

181 000 €

This 3+1 duplex apartment, measuring 135 sq m, is located on the fourth and fifth floors of a building built in 2010 in Nizhnyaya Oba, Alanya. The apartment is delivered furnished. The layout includes three bedrooms, a living room, two bathrooms, two balconies, and a terrace. The sea is 200 m away, and the city center is 100 m away.

room

3+1, Duplex

area

135 m²

id

11077

This 1+1 apartment, 55 m², in the Mahmutlar district is located on the eighth floor of a building built in 2023 and is being delivered unfurnished. The layout includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 800 m, and to the city center is 500 m.

room

1+1

area

55 m²

id

11076

800 000 €

This furnished 4+1 duplex apartment, measuring 196 m², is located on the ninth floor of a ten-story building built in 2010 in the central Alanya district of Cumhuriyet. The two-level layout includes four bedrooms, a living room, three bathrooms, a balcony, and a terrace. The distance to the sea is 150 m, and to the city center is 50 m.

room

4+1, Duplex

area

196 m²

id

11075

This 70 sq m one-bedroom apartment in Mahmutlar is located on the fourth floor of a building built in 2018. It is 500 m from the sea and 250 m from the city center. The apartment is delivered furnished and features a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony.

room

1+1

area

70 m²

id

11074

This furnished 1+1 apartment, 50 m², is located on the seventh floor of a building built in 2021 in the Mahmutlar district. The layout includes a bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. The distance to the sea is 500 m, and to the city center is 250 m.

room

1+1

area

50 m²

id

11073

58 500 €

This unfurnished 50 sq m one-bedroom apartment is located in the Avsallar district of Alanya. It is on the first floor, which is the same height as the second floor, in a building built in 2024. The apartment has one bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 850 m, and the district center is 200 m.

room

1+1

area

50 m²

id

11072

98 000 €

This 60 m², 1+1 apartment is located on the second floor of a 2016 building in the Cikcilli district and is suitable for residence permits. The apartment is delivered furnished and includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 650 m, and to the city center is 250 m.

room

1+1

area

60 m²

id

11071

109 000 €

This 50 m² one-bedroom apartment with sea views is located in the Mahmutlar district of Alanya, on the eighth floor of a building built in 2024. The apartment features a bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. It is sold unfurnished and features an individual heating system. The distance to the sea is 450 m, and to the city center is 200 m.

room

1+1

area

50 m²

id

11070

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3. Zero cycle

This stage is called the “pit stage”, during which a number of works are carried out. Namely:

  • a fence is installed around the construction site;
  • the area is cleared and leveled;
  • the axes of the building are broken and the cast-offs are secured;
  • a foundation pit is being prepared;
  • trenches for utility networks are being constructed;
  • the foundation is being poured.

The type of foundation depends on the terrain, seismic activity of the region and load. Geological exploration of the soil is carried out in advance.

4. Construction of a building

Tasks of contractors:

  • construction of a monolithic frame, external walls and internal partitions;
  • roof installation;
  • installation of double-glazed windows;
  • communications supply to a residential complex or villa;
  • finishing the interior and facade of the building;
  • improvement of the local area and internal infrastructure.
Made in Turkey: how houses are built in Turkey

5. Testing and commissioning

As we have already mentioned, after completion of construction work, the building must be inspected by a special expert commission. If everything is in order, a technical passport is issued and the residential complex is put into operation.

Today, tens of thousands of residential properties are being built in the Republic of Turkey, built according to the latest standards and technical standards.

Standards of quality and reliability of Turkish real estate:

  • Spacious rooms and large terraces with ceramic or marble flooring, no central heating and additional insulation of walls and floors are due to favorable climatic conditions.
  • Construction technologies in Turkeydepend on the increased likelihood of earthquakes. Most of the territories are located in the zone of tectonic faults. Earthquakes are not uncommon here, so the property is insured against natural disasters, and special technologies are used in construction to increase the seismic resistance of the building. For example, monolithic reinforced concrete frames that are resistant to vibrations of the earth's crust. Brick and panel houses are prohibited in most Turkish provinces.
  • At the legislative level, the construction and use of apartments with an area of less than 28.5 m2 is prohibited.
  • The “studio” layout, where the kitchen, bedroom and living room are combined, is prohibited. In the layout, developers are required to provide a separate bedroom and living room, which can be combined with a kitchen.
  • In the south of Turkey, the construction of wooden buildings on a reinforced concrete frame is allowed. The use of bricks is permitted only for non-load-bearing walls, partitions, and decoration. The quality of concrete and pouring is strictly controlled.
  • Houses by the sea, as a rule, are built on a foundation of lattice or solid concrete slabs. For multi-apartment residential complexes, pile foundation and monolithic reinforced concrete frame technologies are used. Common building materials in Turkey – these are foam concrete blocks, hollow bricks.
  • Conscientious developers think in advance about effective ventilation and air conditioning systems and high-quality waterproofing. This is important because it allows you to maintain a healthy indoor microclimate and prevent the development of fungus and mold on the walls.

To comply with all quality standards, the leading developers in Turkey employ professional engineers and architects. Construction companies are responsible to the state for the performance of work by contractors.

Everything is ready – come in!

Turkish apartments are rented fully finished, that is, completely ready to move in.

Finishingapartment finishing in Turkey from the developer – this is:

  • Walls with good sound and waterproofing, coated with high-quality water-based paint. Neutral light shades are chosen for the coating so that the owner has the opportunity to easily change the color design of the room.
  • Good flooring – from marble, granite, laminate, parquet, ceramic tiles.
  • Stretch ceilings with built-in lighting.
  • Double-glazed windows on the windows.
  • Fully finished terrace and bathrooms. Drainage is provided on the balconies. The bathrooms have good plumbing, a water heater, and a shower.
  • Kitchen with kitchen set.
  • High-quality entrance and interior doors.
  • Terminals for connection or already installed air conditioners in each room.
  • Intercom with video surveillance.
  • Electrical wiring with sockets and switches.

When purchasing at the start of construction, you can order an individual design from the developer, arranging the apartment for yourself.

Some construction companies completely prepare the property for occupancy, right down to the installation of household appliances and furniture. The owner does not need to buy anything additional for the house and can move in immediately after receiving the TAPU.

Made in Turkey: how houses are built in Turkey

Summary

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Examples of real estate in Turkey

117 500 €

This 110 sq m two-bedroom apartment in Mahmutlar is located on the fifth floor of a building built in 2009. It offers sea views and residence permit options. The apartment is delivered furnished and includes a living room, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and two balconies. It is 200 m from the sea and 50 m from the city center.

room

2+1

area

110 m²

id

11089

Citizenship
Duplex apartment 3+1, 160 m² in the Mahmutlar area, 450 m from the sea - opportunity to obtain citizenship-id-11088-photo-2

302 500 €

This 3+1 duplex apartment, measuring 160 sq m, is located on the ninth and tenth floors of a building built in 2023 in the Mahmutlar district. The layout includes a living room, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two balconies. The apartment is delivered unfurnished and is suitable for citizenship applications. The distance to the sea is 450 m, and to the city center is 100 m.

room

3+1, Duplex

area

160 m²

id

11088

This 1+1 apartment, 52 m², in the Mahmutlar district is located on the second floor of a building built in 2024 and is delivered unfurnished. It features one bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. The distance to the sea is 800 m, and to the city center is 650 m.

room

1+1

area

52 m²

id

11087

117 500 €

This furnished 1+1 apartment, measuring 48 m², is located on the fifth floor of a building built in 2014 in central Alanya, near Cleopatra Beach. It features a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 700 m, and to the city center is 150 m. The property is eligible for a residence permit.

room

1+1

area

48 m²

id

11086

146 000 €

This 1+1 apartment, 58 sq m, in Nizhnyaya Oba, Obagel, is located on the third floor of a building built in 2016 and is delivered furnished. The layout includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one glassed-in balcony. The distance to the sea is 150 m, and to the city center is 100 m.

room

1+1

area

58 m²

id

11085

This 70 sq m 1+1 apartment in Mahmutlar is located on the third floor of a building built in 2015 and is delivered furnished. The apartment has one bathroom and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 600 m, and to the city center is 300 m.

room

1+1

area

70 m²

id

11084

95 000 €

This 1+1 apartment, measuring 52 m², is located on the second floor of a building built in 2010 in the Güllerpınarı district, in central Alanya. The apartment is delivered furnished and is suitable for a residence permit. The layout includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 200 m, and to the city center is 100 m.

room

1+1

area

52 m²

id

11083

108 000 €

This 2+1 garden duplex apartment, measuring 100 m², in the Avsallar neighborhood occupies the first and second floors of a building built in 2024 and is being delivered unfurnished. The layout includes a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 1,000 m, and to the city center is 850 m.

room

2+1, Duplex

area

100 m²

id

11082

220 000 €

This furnished 2+1 duplex apartment, measuring 110 m², is located on the ninth floor of a ten-story building in the Mahmutlar district. The building was built in 2021. The two-level apartment features two bedrooms, a living room, two bathrooms, and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 550 m, and to the city center is 350 m.

room

2+1, Duplex

area

110 m²

id

11081

82 500 €

This 40 sq m one-bedroom apartment in the Kestel district of Alanya is being delivered furnished. It is located on the ground floor of a building built in 2015, 450 meters from the sea and 100 meters from the city center. The apartment has one bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and one balcony.

room

1+1

area

40 m²

id

11080

220 000 €

This 2+1 duplex apartment in Verkhnyaya Oba is 112 m² and is located on the fourth floor of a five-story building built in 2023. The apartment is delivered with new luxury furniture. The two-level layout includes a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two balconies. The distance to the sea is 1,500 m, and to the city center is 1,000 m.

room

2+1, Duplex

area

112 m²

id

11079

Citizenship
Three-level villa 6+2, 300 m² in the Oba area - plot 800 m², house 1+0, 200 m to the sea, residence permit and citizenship-id-11078-photo-12

890 000 €

This three-story, 6+2-bedroom villa, 300 m² in the Oba district of Alanya, is being delivered furnished. The house has five bathrooms and six balconies, and on the 800 m² plot, there is an additional one-bedroom cottage for guests or a helper. Built in 2024, the villa occupies the first, second, and third floors. It is 200 m from the sea and 100 m from the city center. The property is suitable for residency and citizenship applications.

room

1+0, 6+2

area

300 m²

id

11078

181 000 €

This 3+1 duplex apartment, measuring 135 sq m, is located on the fourth and fifth floors of a building built in 2010 in Nizhnyaya Oba, Alanya. The apartment is delivered furnished. The layout includes three bedrooms, a living room, two bathrooms, two balconies, and a terrace. The sea is 200 m away, and the city center is 100 m away.

room

3+1, Duplex

area

135 m²

id

11077

This 1+1 apartment, 55 m², in the Mahmutlar district is located on the eighth floor of a building built in 2023 and is being delivered unfurnished. The layout includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 800 m, and to the city center is 500 m.

room

1+1

area

55 m²

id

11076

800 000 €

This furnished 4+1 duplex apartment, measuring 196 m², is located on the ninth floor of a ten-story building built in 2010 in the central Alanya district of Cumhuriyet. The two-level layout includes four bedrooms, a living room, three bathrooms, a balcony, and a terrace. The distance to the sea is 150 m, and to the city center is 50 m.

room

4+1, Duplex

area

196 m²

id

11075

This 70 sq m one-bedroom apartment in Mahmutlar is located on the fourth floor of a building built in 2018. It is 500 m from the sea and 250 m from the city center. The apartment is delivered furnished and features a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony.

room

1+1

area

70 m²

id

11074

This furnished 1+1 apartment, 50 m², is located on the seventh floor of a building built in 2021 in the Mahmutlar district. The layout includes a bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. The distance to the sea is 500 m, and to the city center is 250 m.

room

1+1

area

50 m²

id

11073

58 500 €

This unfurnished 50 sq m one-bedroom apartment is located in the Avsallar district of Alanya. It is on the first floor, which is the same height as the second floor, in a building built in 2024. The apartment has one bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 850 m, and the district center is 200 m.

room

1+1

area

50 m²

id

11072

98 000 €

This 60 m², 1+1 apartment is located on the second floor of a 2016 building in the Cikcilli district and is suitable for residence permits. The apartment is delivered furnished and includes a living room, one bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony. The distance to the sea is 650 m, and to the city center is 250 m.

room

1+1

area

60 m²

id

11071

109 000 €

This 50 m² one-bedroom apartment with sea views is located in the Mahmutlar district of Alanya, on the eighth floor of a building built in 2024. The apartment features a bedroom, a living room, one bathroom, and a balcony. It is sold unfurnished and features an individual heating system. The distance to the sea is 450 m, and to the city center is 200 m.

room

1+1

area

50 m²

id

11070

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These materials have been prepared for informational purposes and are not of a commercial nature.

Point Property – a certified real estate agency that specializes in providing a full range of real estate services in Turkey. Our company takes care of all organizational aspects during the purchase and sale transaction and after it as part of the after-sales service.

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