Looking for property for sale in Izmir? Antalya Estate offers apartments, family houses and villas in Izmir, Turkey's third-largest city, from city districts such as Karşıyaka, Bornova, Konak and Narlıdere to the coastal towns of Urla, Çeşme and Güzelbahçe. Our Izmir properties start from about €80,000, half of our listings start below about €195,000, and seaside villas reach about €950,000. This page explains what property costs in Izmir, the steps to buy, the costs to plan for and how buying can lead to Turkish citizenship.
Last updated: 14 November 2026
Property prices in Izmir
Many of our Izmir listings are residential projects with several home sizes, so the prices below are starting prices, based on the properties we currently offer:
| Type of property | Typical starting price |
|---|
| Apartments in Karşıyaka, Mavişehir, Bornova, Bayraklı and Çiğli | most between €120,000 and €200,000, from about €80,000 |
| Homes in Konak and Narlıdere | about €124,000 to €630,000 |
| Homes on the coast in Çeşme, Urla and Güzelbahçe | about €97,000 to €950,000 |
| Houses and villas | about €250,000 to €1,800,000 |
Prices are lowest in the city districts in the north and east of the bay, and highest on the coast west of the city. For a guide to each area, see our guide to real estate in Izmir.
Houses for sale in Izmir
In the city, most family homes are apartments in residential complexes with gardens, pools and security, while detached houses with gardens are found mainly in Urla, Güzelbahçe, Çeşme, Menderes and Kemalpaşa. In our current listings, houses and villas start from about €250,000, and family villas in Urla and Güzelbahçe mostly cost between €400,000 and €750,000. See all our villas for sale in Izmir.
- City apartment: close to work, schools, the metro and the ferries across the bay, at the lowest prices.
- Garden house or duplex: more space for families, usually in the western districts and Menderes.
- Seaside villa or holiday home: in Çeşme, Alaçatı and Urla, popular for summer and for rentals.
Steps to buy property in Izmir
- Choose and reserve: we shortlist properties that match your budget and plans, arrange viewings in person or by live video, and you reserve the property you choose with a deposit.
- Tax number and bank account: you get a Turkish tax number and open a bank account if needed.
- Legal checks: the title deed is checked for mortgages and liens, along with the building permit, the habitation certificate (iskan), any unpaid debts and the zoning of the land.
- Sales contract and payment: you sign the contract and pay as agreed, in full or with a payment plan for off-plan homes.
- Valuation report: a licensed appraiser prepares the official valuation report, which is required for every purchase by a foreigner.
- Title deed transfer: the deed is transferred to your name at the land registry, in person or with a power of attorney.
- After the purchase: DASK earthquake insurance, utility subscriptions and, if you want, the residence permit or citizenship application.
For the legal background, read our guide to Turkish property laws.
Buying costs and taxes
- Title deed fee: 4% of the price. By law it is shared between the buyer and the seller, but in practice the buyer often pays all of it, so agree this in the contract.
- Valuation report, translator and notary: smaller fees for the official valuation, the sworn translator and any power of attorney.
- VAT on new homes: VAT may apply when you buy a new home from a developer, but non-resident foreign buyers can be exempt on their first purchase if they pay in foreign currency brought into Turkey.
- DASK earthquake insurance: compulsory, and paid every year. Izmir is in an earthquake zone, so also check the year of construction and the engineering reports.
- Annual costs: property tax of about 0.2% of the municipal value, and a monthly maintenance fee in residential complexes.
As a rule of thumb, plan for about 5 to 6% on top of the price for a resale home.
Citizenship and residence
Turkish citizenship: property valued at least $400,000 by a licensed appraiser, and kept for three years, can qualify you, your spouse and your children under 18 for Turkish citizenship. You can reach this amount with one property or several. See our Turkish citizenship by investment page.
Residence permit: a home worth at least $200,000 can be the basis for a short-term residence permit, as long as the neighbourhood is open to new residence registrations by foreigners. We check the exact address before you buy.
Contact us for a free shortlist of properties in Izmir that match your budget.
Frequently asked questions about buying property in Izmir
How much does property cost in Izmir?
In our current listings, property in Izmir starts from about €80,000, and half of our listings start below about €195,000. Apartments in the city districts mostly start between €120,000 and €200,000, and houses and villas cost from about €250,000.
Where can I find houses for sale in Izmir?
Detached houses and villas are mainly in Urla, Güzelbahçe, Çeşme, Menderes and Kemalpaşa. In the city, most family homes are apartments in residential complexes.
Can foreigners buy property in Izmir?
Yes. Citizens of most countries can buy property in Izmir with a title deed in their own name. A Turkish tax number and an official valuation report are required.
What are the costs of buying property in Izmir?
The main cost is the 4% title deed fee, plus smaller fees for the valuation report, translator and notary. VAT may apply on new homes, and DASK earthquake insurance is compulsory. Plan for about 5 to 6% on top of the price for a resale home.
Can I get Turkish citizenship by buying property in Izmir?
Yes, if the property is valued at least $400,000 by a licensed appraiser and you keep it for three years. You can reach this amount with one property or several.
