Istanbul is probably one of the most exciting cities on the planet and the districts of Kartal, Eyüpsultan, Tuzla, Büyükçekmece, and Kâğıthane are especially popular with those foreigners who wish to live by the sea. Apart from its rich history, an extraordinary culture, and natural beauty, Turkey offers one more advantage to foreign investors. In particular, you can qualify for Turkish citizenship if you purchase a piece of real property in the country.

Citizenship of Turkey by investment in 2024
Regrettably, the ‘price’ of a Turkish passport has gone up since January 1, 2024. The minimum required investment amount used to be US$ 200,000 and now it is US$ 600,000. This means that you have to buy property that costs at least as much to qualify for Turkish citizenship. Why has the price increased? Because the Turkish citizenship-by-investment program has been extremely popular! Isn’t it a good reason to seriously consider the opportunity of acquiring economic citizenship of Turkey?
However, the increased investment amount is not the only thing that you should pay heed to if you are thinking of applying for Turkish citizenship by investment. There are a few other factors that you should know about as well. These include the following ones in particular:
- The immigration service will take into account the estimated value of the property based on the results of expert assessment. The actual sum of money that you have paid for the property plays little role.
- Pieces of property that have been used for citizenship-by-investment purposes before cannot be used for these purposes anymore.
- Purchasing property in some regions of Turkey will not make you eligible to apply for citizenship of the country even if the price of the property comes up to the threshold specified above.
You have to take the last of the issues seriously. Some Turkish provinces are open to foreigners wishing to acquire citizenship of the country by investment while others are not. The residential complexes that we advertise below do participate in the Turkish citizenship-by-investment program.

You can open a foreign bank account with our assistance to facilitate your financial transactions with Turkish developers and government agencies. Besides, we can help you choose a bank that works seamlessly in Turkey so that you can use it when living in the country.
Apartments in AquaScapes residential complex in Istanbul – from US$177,000
The AquaScapes residential complex is located in the district of Kartal on the coast of the Marmara Sea. It consists of two high-rise buildings that contain luxurious loft-style apartments with stained-glass windows overlooking the sea, Princesa (Adalar) Islands in particular.
Kartal district is in the Anatolian part of Istanbul and there you can find many places of interest including an Armenian Church, Surb Nizan, historical bazaar of Kartal, Dragosh Hill, Kartal Mosque, Yakajik Square, Aydos Park and Forest, and so one. The residential complex participates in the citizenship-by-investment program and the expected return on investment is high.

Characteristics of the property and prices
- Property type – apartments.
- Interior style – loft.
- Apartment areas – from 87 m2 to 214 m2.
- Construction stage – 30% complete.
Prices of apartments in AquaScapes residential complex on the coast of the Marmara Sea in Istanbul:
- 2+1 (from 87 m2 to 103 m2) — from $177,000 to $281,907.
- 3+1 (from 111 m2) — from $218,000 to $412,825.
- 4+1 (from 146 m2) — from $323,000 to $412,825.
- 5+1 (from 211 m2 to 214 m2) — from $474,000 to $679,936.
Location and infrastructure
The residential complex sits 10 minutes away from the seacoast, it is surrounded by green plants, and the infrastructure is well-developed there.
- Distance to the center of Istanbul — 30 minutes.
- Distance to the airport – 20 minutes by car or public transport.
- Schools and kindergartens are available in Kartal.
- State and private medical clinics are also available.
The in-house infrastructure of the residential complex is designed to meet the needs of families with children and retirees:
- Covered parking area for residents and their guests.
- A children’s playground.
- A landscape garden.
- A sportsground and a fitness center.
- An outdoor swimming pool with seating areas.
- Various social infrastructure objects.
The complex is under video surveillance 24/7 and guards are on duty.
Technical facilities
The technical equipment of the residential complex comes up to the highest European standards. Probably the most important factor is that the buildings are resistant to earthquakes and other natural disasters. The construction materials are of the highest quality and all the documents that confirm this are available.
Additional facilities to be found in AquaScapes:
- Cable and satellite TV.
- A water pump and a backup water reservoir.
- Natural gas supply.
- An electricity generator.
- Central cold and hot water supply, which is especially valuable in the off-season.
- An automatic fire extinguishing system, smoke and fire detectors.
The technical service is available 24/7.
Apartments in Belle Chambre residential complex in Eyüpsultan district — from $ 254,000
The Belle Chambre residential complex is located near the Black Sea coast in Istanbul. It is a modern hotel with an advanced infrastructure. If you purchase an apartment there, you can apply for citizenship of Turkey and relocate there for life or you can use the apartment for your summer vacations. Besides, it is a chance to make a lucrative investment.

Eyüpsultan is one of the historical centers of Istanbul and its population resides mainly around the Golden Horn. The neighborhood is a revered place among Muslims and it is named after Sultan Eyüp who was one of the most prominent followers of Muhammed. Thousands of pilgrims visit the grave of the Sultan every year. Sultan Eyüp was killed defending Constantinople from Arabs in 674.
Characteristics of Belle Chambre
- Property type – apartments.
- Apartment areas – from 74 m2 to 207 m2.
- Construction stage – 59% complete.
- Cable and digital TV.
- A water pump + a backup water reservoir.
- Natural gas supply.
- An autonomous electricity generator.
- Central water supply (cold and hot water).
- Automatic fire extinguishing system.
- Video intercom + video surveillance of the complex premises.
Location of the residential complex
- Distance to the beach – 25 minutes.
- Distance to the city center — 30 minutes.
- Distance to the airport – 25 minutes.
- Hospitals, educational institutions including universities, and shopping malls are in the vicinity.
Complex infrastructure
- It is a gated community.
- Car park for 150 cars.
- Play and sports grounds.
- Shops and objects of social infrastructure.
- A garden and landscape design of the adjacent territory.
- A Swimming pool.
- Cafes and restaurants.
- A gym.
- A fitness center.
- A sauna + hammam.
You can buy an apartment in the residential complex right now and move there next year when the construction is complete. Please note that the prices are going to be considerably higher when the construction work is over.
Prices for apartments in Istanbul on the Black Sea coast
The price of an apartment in Belle Chambre mainly depends on its size and the number of bedrooms/ bathrooms:
- 2+1 (from 74 m2 to 105 m2) — from $254,000 to $450,000.
- 3+2 (from 190 m2 to 207 m2) — from $557,000 to $806,000.
All apartments are going to be livable when the construction of the complex is finished. However, the quoted prices hold only if you buy an apartment designed by the standard. You are free to change the interior design while the construction work is in progress but this will come at an extra cost.
Apartments in Blockhouse residential complex, Tuzla, Istanbul – from $183,000
Blockhouse is a luxury residential complex sitting on the coast of the Marmara Sea in a quiet neighborhood called Tuzla. This is an agricultural district of Istanbul with the fishery and ship building industries also contributing to its wellbeing. There you can find a marina with fine yachts – Viaport Marina. Besides, there are shopping malls, food courts, and recreation areas for kids and adults in the neighborhood.

Blockhouse residential complex
The construction process has been finished and you can move in right after purchasing an apartment in Blockhouse. If you invest enough money in the residential complex, you can qualify for a residence permit or a passport of Turkey.
The Blockhouse residential complex is a single building where style, quality, and comfort are combined.
Characteristics of the property
- Construction stage – complete.
- Apartment areas – from 124 m2 to 256 m2.
- Floorplans — 2+1, 3+1, 4+2, 5+1.
- Seismic resistance of materials — high.
Location of the complex and infrastructure
- Schools, kindergartens, stores, shopping centers, administrative and social institutions can be found in the vicinity of Blockhouse.
- Distance to the sea – 6 km.
- Distance to the city center – 70 km.
- Distance to Istanbul airport – 20 km.
- Distance to the Marmara train station – only 3 minutes.
- Viaport Marina trade center is within walking distance.
Technical facilities
- Smart home system.
- Cable and satellite TV.
- A backup water reservoir.
- Round-the-clock housekeeping service.
- Natural gas supply and a diesel generator.
- Automatic fire extinguishing system, smoke and fire detectors.
- Video surveillance of the premises and video intercoms.
- Round-the-clock security.
The infrastructure of the residential complex includes children’s playgrounds, a gym, a sauna, and a hammam. The laconic adjacent territory design echoes the interior design of the lobby and the apartments. Everything is done to meet the highest European standards and satisfy the aristocratic taste.
Prices for apartments in Blockhouse residential complex
Apartments of several sizes are available in the residential complex:
- 2+1: price from $183,000 to $265,565, area – 124 m2, number of bathrooms – 2.
- 3+1: price from $248,000 to $494,628, area – from 153 m2 to 162 m2, number of bathrooms – 2.
- 4+2: price from $421,001 to $715,990, area – from 200 m2 to 238 m2, number of bathrooms – 2.
- 5+1: price from $457,000 to $616,185, area – 256 m2, number of bathrooms – 2.
Please note that citizens of many countries can stay in Turkey for 90 days without visas. We invite you to consider applying for an anonymous UnionPay card to make your extended stay in Turkey more comfortable.
Apartments in Sardonyx Laketown residential complex in Istanbul – from $168,000
Sardonyx Laketown is a new residential complex in Istanbul in one of its European neighborhoods, Büyükçekmece. The complex sits on the shore of the Marmara Sea and the infrastructure of the neighborhood is impressive indeed. There you can find the following infrastructural objects, among others:
- Market squares and shopping centers;
- A large number of hotels;
- An aqua park and tea gardens great for relaxation with your family;
- Universities, medical clinics, and health resorts.

The transportation network is also well-developed in the district. You can travel by car, train, or plane from there to see all the beautiful places in Turkey.
Please note that you can visit the shores of four seas while in Turkey: the Black Sea, the Marmara Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea
Sardonyx Laketown residential complex — property characteristics and prices
There are several reasons why you should consider investing in the residential complex:
- The buildings are still under construction and it is expected to be completed by March 2025.
- The prices are going to be at least 30% higher when the construction work is finished.
- You can register property rights right now and become eligible to apply for Turkish citizenship if you make an investment in the required amount.
Technical characteristics of the property
- Total area of Sardonyx Laketown is 16,000 m2, with 11,000 m2 covered with green plants.
- The number of buildings is 4.
- The number of stories is 13.
- The number of apartments is 253.
- The number of commercial areas in the buildings is 7.
- One-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments are available.
- The area of the apartments is between 62 m2 and193 m2.
The apartments have stained glass windows that offer magnificent views of the sea, the lake and the cityscape.
Location
- Distance to the beach — 10 minutes.
- Distance to the city center – 40 minutes.
- Shops are within walking distance.
- Distance to Istanbul airport — 38 minutes.
- Distance to supermarkets – 2 km.
- Distance to Perla Vista shopping center — 4 km.
- A subway station is within walking distance.
The residential complex sits at the shore of Lake Büyükçekmece between TEA highway and E5 highway and it is easily accessible from any side.
Facilities in Sardonyx Laketown
The residential complex can be used as a hotel for a short stay or as a place of permanent residence. The following facilities are available there:
- An outdoor and an indoor swimming pool.
- A fitness hall.
- A gym.
- Recreation areas.
- A garden and a playground.
- A sauna and a Turkish bath.
- Restaurants and cafes as well as many other objects of social infrastructure.
Technical equipment in Sardonyx Laketown
- All apartments are finished and modern sanitary fittings are installed.
- Cable TV.
- Satellite TV.
- Natural gas supply and an electricity generator.
- Uninterrupted water supply facilitated by a water pump and a backup reservoir.
- Fire protection.
- Video surveillance system.
- Still doors and video intercoms.
- Round-the-clock security on the premises of the residential complex.
- Spacious car park for residents and their guests.
Prices for apartments in the residential complex
| Floor plan | Price, USD | Area, sq. m. | Number of bathrooms |
| 1+1 | 168,000 — 280,000 | 62 — 91 | 1 |
| 2+1 | 279,000 — 610,000 | 117 — 146 | 1 |
| 3+1 | 368,000 — 634,000 | 147 — 183 | 2 |
| 4+1 | 612,000 — 890,000 | 193 | 3 |
There are elevators in all four buildings that Sardonyx Laketown consists of.
Star Valley residential complex in Kâğıthane, Istanbul — from $320,000
Star Valley is a hotel-like building and it is perfectly well equipped. It is located in Kâğıthane, a peaceful neighborhood in the European part of Istanbul.
Two seas meet at that point: the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea. Kâğıthane is a popular business district so you can grow your business there but living in the neighborhood is also fantastic. Besides, you can buy a nice apartment in Star Valley at a low price if you invest now.

Characteristics of the Star Valley development project
Star Valley is not just a residential house but it is a building with various infrastructural objects that you need for a comfortable life. The prices for the apartments in the complex are currently low because the construction process is still going on.
Main facts about Star Valley
- It is an attractive investment object because the price of the apartments is going to be 30% higher when the project is completed by the end of the year.
- Purchase of an apartment in the residential complex can make you eligible to apply for Turkish citizenship by investment.
- Apartment areas are between 45 m2 and 75 m2.
- Objects of social infrastructure and commercial premises occupy the ground floor.
- The building is of high seismic resistance.
- Construction stage – 50% complete.
- Expected date of construction completion — November 2024.
Schools, kindergartens, stores, pharmacies, ATMs and other social facilities are located within walking distance from Star Valley.
- 11 minutes to the beach.
- 23 minutes to the airport.
- 24 minutes to the city center by public transport.
- You can find numerous cafes, restaurants, and green parks in the vicinity.
Facilities in and near the building
- Car park.
- A café and recreation zones.
- Shops.
- Sportsgrounds.
- Children’s playgrounds.
Technical and security equipment
- Steel doors, video surveillance, and video intercoms.
- 24-hour maintenance of the house.
- A water pump and a backup reservoir.
- An electricity generator.
- Satellite and digital TV.
- Natural gas supply.
- Smoke detectors and a fire protection system.
Prices
- 1+1 — from $320,000, area of 49 m2.
- 2+1 – from $450,000, area of 75 m2.
Please contact us without any hesitation if you are interested in any of the offers that we have described above. We will be happy to assist you in acquiring Turkish citizenship by investment. We always respond to queries promptly!
