Buying an apartment in Turkey: Svetlana's story

The story of Svetlana

On September 8, client Svetlana together with her family purchased a four-bedroom duplex in Alanya on the secondary market for 150 thousand euros. Alanya on the secondary market for 150,000 euros. They received this money from the sale of an apartment in the center of Samara. Svetlana's story reflects the change in her views on buying real estate abroad: from the initial skepticism and fear of losing the deposit to gratitude and readiness to recommend such deals. The new place Svetlana liked it so much that she decided to live there.

Housing options in Alanya

In Alanya, there are many housing options available. For example, a new residence with pools and a shopping center is just 750 meters from the beach. There is also a residential complex in the eco-friendly area of Konaklı, just one kilometer from the sea, with apartments starting at $289,000.

Another option is a developed residential complex in the green area of Oba, which offers comfort and coziness, with only 114 apartments available, starting at $337,000. Not far from the sea, you can purchase a property in a residential complex in Kestel for just $179,000, with completion scheduled for 2025.

A new residence with its own beach and a 5-star hotel is being built on the shores of the sea in Turkler. In this unique location, you can purchase apartments starting from $132,000.

Another interesting option is a residential complex in Mahmutlar, which provides an opportunity to to buy housing on the beach with a shopping center and infrastructure, delivery is scheduled for 2024. In total there are 769 apartments starting from $293,000.

Investing in real estate in Turkey

Acquiring property abroad has become a goal for many investors. A family from Samara decided to transfer part of their funds to another country to diversify their investment portfolio. After successfully selling their apartment in Russia, they chose Turkey as the country for investment. Turkey appears to them as a safe and promising choice with good opportunities for diverse real estate investments.

In Turkey: Comfortable climate and diverse nature

Turkey attracts with its pleasant climate and diverse nature, making it the opposite of the hot desert of the UAE, where summer temperatures can reach up to +50°C. Unlike Dubai, property prices here are significantly lower, even though comparing these two cities is unfair due to their uniqueness.

Choosing a location and buying an apartment in Alanya

For our family, the choice fell on Alanya, where we decided to buy a home in a good neighborhood with respectable neighbors. The main criterion was the liquidity of the apartment — the ability to sell it quickly and profitably if needed.

Market research and finding a reliable intermediary

We started detailed searches on the internet and studying reviews about various agencies. Realizing the importance of choosing a reliable intermediary, we turned to the agency "agency name," which attracted us with its professionalism and offers. Despite some negative reviews, we understood that in conditions of high demand, such situations are possible.

Collaboration with local agents

Our choice of agency was conditioned by their website and offers. We started working with the manager Inna Shchukina, who helped us define our requirements and wishes. She also introduced us to local partners Gulnara and Vyacheslav, which gave us access to the most up-to-date offers on the market. market.

Searching for housing in the secondary market

We were particularly interested in apartments on the secondary market, where prices were even more attractive. We revised our criteria and began looking for housing that had been occupied for no more than 10 years in established neighborhoods. Such options often didn't appear in regular listings and required prompt searches through local agents.

Challenges and concerns during the deal process

We were cautious and concerned about the potential risks associated with buying property abroad. Gulnara's hurried approach to the deal raised additional doubts for us, as we are used to a more careful approach when purchasing real estate in Russia.

In the end, thanks to our choice of agency and working with professionals, we were able to successfully complete the transaction and purchase a home in Turkey that meets all our requirements and expectations. expectations.

Once, when the possibility of moving to a new place with the kids seemed unattainable, I received a unique offer from Gulnara, accompanied by photos. It was about the urgent sale of a luxurious four-bedroom apartment in a prestigious area at an attractive price. The building was only 10 years old. Gulnara emphasized that such an offer might be the last one and that a decision needed to be made immediately.

Decision on the purchase

My husband and I, overcoming doubts and preparing for the potential loss of our deposit, decided to act quickly.

We have an apartment in the Oba area of Alanya.

For two years, no one lived here due to the pandemic, and as a result, some elements have become outdated and need to be replaced. For example, the seals on the toilet have deteriorated, so we had to replace it completely. However, this was the only necessary investment, as everything else in the apartment was in excellent condition - great furniture, smooth walls, magnificent large balconies, and even marble floors.

Plans and changes

We had originally planned to use the apartment as a summer house by the sea, but a few weeks after I arrived, I realized that I wanted to live here permanently. We really like the Oba neighborhood in Alanya because it has all the necessary stores and infrastructure, and most importantly, it is close to the sea. In addition, we have Russian school for our eldest daughter, which provides a transfer service and two meals a day for 750 dollars a month.

Living conditions

In our house, which hosts an international audience, there is an open pool and a small garden, as well as a cozy atmosphere thanks to our house manager - a representative of the Russian diaspora. We are actively working on obtaining a residence permit, for which we need to gather a specific set of documents. We are happy that we ended up here, in the Oba district of Alanya, as it is a profitable investment - the apartment we booked for $150,000 in July is now worth $180,000.

Support and assistance

We greatly appreciate the help and support from Gulnara and Inna, who provide us with top-notch services and assist us in adapting to a new country. Although we communicate in English, I also plan to start learning Turkish. The Oba district in Alanya offers excellent living conditions without restrictions on residency permits, and we are very happy to have found this place. The real estate market here is growing, so we need to stay informed about all the news and changes, and thanks to Gulnara and Inna, we can navigate all the intricacies of this process.

We are a family from Samara, and we have decided to invest in real estate abroad in search of stability and diversification. After careful selection and assistance from professionals, we purchased an apartment in Alanya, Turkey. Our journey has been filled with challenges and uncertainty, but thanks to...