The lively and beautiful Eastern Mediterranean resort of Alanya in Turkey has long been a popular holiday hotspot with those from Northern European countries such as Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands - and now the number of British and Irish holidaying and buying property in Alanya has begun increasing as well.
It’s fair to say that property sales to foreigners have shot up - so much so that the local construction industry relies on foreign sales for the vast majority of business nowadays –in a recent article in Today’s Zaman newspaper it was reported that around 20,000 foreign property sales have been finalized in Alanya since circa 2003 alone. And so in this article we examine why property for sale in Alanya in Turkey is so popular to help you decide whether it’s a location that suits you.
The resort of Alanya seems to have it all: it is affordably accessible year round with Antalya airport just ninety minutes away by car or regular bus service, it has year round life whereas many other resorts in Turkey seem to dry up in the winter and become deserted and devoid of any entertainment or nightlife, it is a stunningly beautiful location which enhances its natural assets with everything from a dramatic and imposing castle to a pretty harbour area, and finally the combination of blue flag beaches, great shopping, fine dining, a perfect climate, friendly local and expat communities and exciting and varied nightlife means that Alanya is a resort that ticks all boxes for many, many people.
In terms of the property in Turkey for sale in Alanya itself it is mainly apartment based. A great deal of new construction is taking place across the town and into the suburbs. Apartment blocks range from relatively low rise single units to high rise complexes with a plethora of onsite facilities and amenities such as swimming pools, shops etc., and prices are as varied as the types and quality of property available.
Generally speaking the better located properties in Alanya are closer to the beaches or town centre and are priced higher as a result…but in certain corners of Alanya superior developments are taking shape that offer exceptional design and build quality with high grade fixtures and fittings.
When it comes to searching for real estate in Alanya you can either base your search on price and see what comes up within your budget scale – if you do this be aware that you will find a wide choice of properties and you’ll really need to check the quality of a good cross section to determine what you actually get for your money - or you can specify a given area if you want to specifically be close to say the beaches in Oba, or the centre of Alanya or you prefer being a little away from the hustle and bustle in Demirtas or Mahmutlar. The further out you go, the more you tend to get for your money…
As with any resort in Turkey, Alanya has its charms and its advantages as well as its downsides and disadvantages…we’ve covered the plus points and so the main negative points you need to be aware of are that Alanya is a busy resort especially during peak season and if you prefer a quiet, relaxing holiday or you’re looking for a secluded and peaceful home in the sun Alanya may not be your number one choice. Other disadvantages are infrastructure based…although a lot is being spent on general infrastructure upgrades and the fact that unless you move out from the town centre you’ll find it hard to get an affordable villa or townhouse.
