The Complete Turkey & Alanya Property Guide 2026

Buying property in Turkey as a foreigner is one of the best-value decisions available in today’s Mediterranean market — if you go in prepared. This guide covers everything: from the first question of whether to buy at all, through legal due diligence, taxes, residence permits, investment strategy, and daily life in Alanya. One hundred articles, written from over 25 years of on-the-ground experience in the Alanya property market.

Whether you are considering your first viewing trip, already in the process of buying, or planning to live here long-term — this guide answers the questions that matter, including the ones most agents and developers prefer you not to ask.

100 expert articles25+ years local experience8 languages available2026 fully updated

What this guide covers

  • Buying property — costs, title deed, valuation, agents, developers, legal due diligence
  • Legal & official — residence permits, citizenship, inheritance, rental law, tax
  • Health & safety — healthcare system, insurance, earthquake reality, security
  • Finance & banking — bank accounts, money transfer, mortgage, tax declaration
  • Daily life — cost of living, language, culture, schools, transport, internet
  • Investment & rental — rental yields, Airbnb regulations, ROI, market comparison
  • Alanya specifically — neighbourhood guide, best investment areas, seasonal reality

Use the list below to navigate directly to the article you need. Each article can be read in 5–10 minutes and includes expert advice, real data, official sources, and a personal note from someone who has lived and worked in Alanya since 1997.