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Kadıköy is the beating heart of Istanbul's Asian side — a vibrant, walkable district packed with cafes, markets, and a thriving expat community. Here's everything you need to know before you move.
Noman Jazal
May 10, 2026 · 6 min read
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Arrived in Istanbul and not sure where to start? This week-by-week checklist covers everything from getting your residence permit and tax number to registering for health insurance and opening a bank account.
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While European property markets have stagnated or corrected, Istanbul has delivered double-digit returns for dollar-based investors. Here's the data behind the headline.
Not all Istanbul neighbourhoods are equal from an investment perspective. We rank the top five districts by rental yield, capital growth potential, and liquidity — based on real transaction data.
The 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes put Istanbul's building stock under scrutiny. Which districts are highest risk, how to check a building's safety certification, and what the urban transformation programme means for buyers.
Istanbul's rental market moves fast and agents typically charge one month's rent as a fee. These strategies let you find quality apartments directly through owners and cut the middleman entirely.
Turkey has a dual healthcare system — a universal public system and a thriving private sector. Expats need to understand both before they get sick.
Turkey's three largest cities offer very different property market profiles in 2024. We compare price levels, yield, liquidity, and long-term growth potential across all three.
Nişantaşı is where Istanbul's wealthy families have lived for over a century. Today it combines high-end boutiques, Michelin-calibre restaurants, and elegant pre-war apartment buildings in one of the city's most walkable districts.
Two of Istanbul's most popular European-side districts, Beşiktaş and Şişli, attract very different residents. We break down rent, lifestyle, transport, and daily life to help you choose.
The Asian side of Istanbul is calmer, greener, and increasingly popular with families and expats. But there are a few things you should know before you commit to life east of the Bosphorus.
Bebek is perhaps Istanbul's most photographed waterfront neighbourhood — yachts, yalı mansions, and the iconic Bebek café scene create a setting that feels straight out of a novel.
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