How to rent a property in Turkey, via an Estate Agent, an agent who specializes in overseas property, or if renting a property by owner.
Here are some things to consider when renting a property in Turkey:
Finding a home, apartment or villa to rent.
Owners or agent can advertise their properties in locally, or on "for rent websites", especially international property listing sites that provide rental options. By advertising locally, nationally, and internationally the owner or agent of the property or properties will increase their opportunities.
Understand the market
It's important to know the rental market, including rental values.
Speak Turkish or know someone who does.
It's helpful to speak Turkish, especially when dealing with strangers in empty properties.
Use a translator
contracts are typically available in stationery stores, but it's important to have someone translate them for you.
Understand the contract
The contract should include the names and personal information of the landlord and renter, the rental duration, and the amount of rent. The contract should also specify any fixtures, such as air conditioning or cupboards.
Make additional agreements in writing
If you make any additional agreements with the landlord, make sure they are included in the contract.
Pay rent
You can pay rent into the landlord's bank account, but you should have the bank note that the payment is for rent. You should also keep the deposit receipt as proof of payment.
As of 2024, landlords are required to obtain a license before entering into any rental agreement for tourism purposes.
Note this information is purely a guide, and if selling or renting in Turkey, we advise you to seek professional help as relates to your specific needs.
Find out how to list a property in Turkey for rent here.
Why Buy Luxury Properties in Turkey
Turkey generally has a very stable property market and purchasing or selling properties is done in a transparent manner. Turkey is well-regulated, with strong legal protections for ownership, and relatively low political risk provides peace of mid to investors and private buyers looking for real estate opportunities.
In sought-after cities and tourist destinations, property values have shown consistent long-term growth-especially in areas with at times limited supply.
Turkey is located at the gateway from Europe to Asia, seperated by a small stretch of water that has been witness to millenias of trade and cultural exchanges between nations and continents.
Recently, Turkey's growth has been highlighted as firm and interest nationally and internationally into Turkey's property market has been strong. Turkey fits well with Europe and the European Union, and not only do investors like Turkey, the country is very popular with tourists who flock to this eastern Meditteranean style location.
Long white sandy beaches and year round sunshine makes this a favourite spot for Western Europeans, those from Russia and the Latvian countries and the Nordic peoples. Turkey has a growing population which places pressure on housing and therefore real estate prices.
Turkish real estate is also relatively cheap when comparing to Western European standards so there is plenty of capacity to expand.
Turkey is divided in regions and subregions: Aegean Region, Black Sea Region, Central Anatolia Region, Eastern Anatolia Region, Marmara Region, Mediterranean Region.
