About Bosphorus Brokers
A licensed Turkish brokerage built for international buyers
Bosphorus Brokers helps Turkish and international clients buy, rent and invest in Turkish real estate with confidence - pairing an official brokerage license with multilingual advisors and genuinely independent advice, from the first viewing to the title deed and beyond.
- Officially licensed (no. 3408704) under the Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Trade
- Advisors who work in six languages: English, Turkish, French, Russian, Chinese and Arabic
- End-to-end: search, due diligence, title deed, citizenship and management
Who we are
Local expertise, international standards
Founded in 2022 and based in Sisli, Istanbul, Bosphorus Brokers was created to give foreign buyers something the Turkish property market too often lacks: a licensed, accountable partner who speaks their language and works only in their interest.
We advise on residential and commercial property across Istanbul and Turkey's most sought-after regions - guiding clients through purchase, rental, management, renovation and Turkish citizenship by investment. Every step is handled in-house by licensed professionals and vetted legal partners.
What sets us apart
Principles we work by
Licensed & accountable
We hold official Turkish real-estate brokerage license no. 3408704. Every transaction is lawful, documented and handled by authorized brokers - never unlicensed middlemen.
Multilingual by design
Our team works in English, Turkish, French, Russian, Chinese and Arabic, so nothing is lost in translation on the most important purchase of your life.
Independent advice
We represent you, not one developer. We compare projects across Istanbul and Turkey and recommend only what fits your goals, timeline and budget.
End-to-end support
From search and due diligence to title deed, citizenship and property management - one accountable team stays with you start to finish.
What we do
One team for every step of your journey in Turkish real estate.
Property Purchase Service in Turkey
Bosphorus Brokers offers expert guidance on property purchase, title deed support and smooth transactions for local and international buyers.
Read moreTurkish Citizenship by Investment
Gain Turkish citizenship through real estate investment with experience. Guidance on property selection, process and application support.
Read moreProperty Rent Service in Turkey
Bosphorus Brokers offers expert guidance on property rental and lease services for real estate in Istanbul and other cities of Turkey.
Read moreProperty Management Service in Turkey
Bosphorus Brokers offers property management service for landlords in Turkey. We rent and lease your properties and do maintenance.
Read moreReal Estate Consulting in Turkey
Bosphorus Brokers offers real estate consulting and property valuation services in Turkey for our international clients.
Read moreInternational Client Support in Turkey
Bosphorus Brokers offers international client support and concierge services for our global clients in Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya and Bodrum.
Read moreHow we work
A clear path from first call to title deed
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Discovery & strategy
We learn your goals, budget and timeline - investment, a home, or citizenship - and map the right approach.
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Search & due diligence
We shortlist and view properties, verify title deeds and permits, and check developer track records before you commit.
- 3
Purchase & title deed
We negotiate, arrange your tax number and bank account, and represent you through the official TAPU title-deed transfer.
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Aftercare & management
Citizenship applications, furnishing, leasing and management - we stay on long after the sale closes.
Leadership
Meet the founder
Burak Unal
Founder & Principal Broker
Burak Unal is a licensed real estate broker in Turkey (license no. 3408704) who advises Turkish and international clients on buying, selling and renting property and on Turkish citizenship by investment. He holds an MSc in Finance from the London School of Economics (2019) and a BSc in Business Management from Bogazici University (2016), and passed Turkey's official real estate broker licensing exam in 2021. A Chevening scholar and a Congress Member of Galatasaray Sports Club, he advises clients in English (IELTS 8.0), Turkish and French.
Memberships: Galatasaray Sports Club - Congress Member · Chevening Alumni · Bogazici University Alumni · LSE Alumni
Registered trademark: bosphorus brokers · Turkish Patent and Trademark Office No. 2022/169136 (class 36)
What Customers Are Saying
Mr. Burak is a real estate broker in Istanbul and he speaks English very well. He gives honest and smart real estate agent service for foreigners in Turkey.
The company is great partner for any type of real estate deals. They provide fast and efficient service, their team is highly professional and extremely supportive. I strongly recommend them.
Quite professional & friendly service! I strongly recommend it!
Very professional and extremely helpful. You won't regret it!
Really high quality! Very nice, efficient professionals!
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Coverage
Where we work
We advise clients across Istanbul's prime districts and Turkey's leading investment regions.
Good to know
About Bosphorus Brokers - FAQ
- Is Bosphorus Brokers a licensed real estate agency?
- Yes. Bosphorus Brokers operates under official Turkish real-estate brokerage license no. 3408704, issued under the Republic of Turkiye Ministry of Trade.
- Who is behind Bosphorus Brokers?
- Burak Unal is a licensed real estate broker in Turkey (license no. 3408704) who advises Turkish and international clients on buying, selling and renting property and on Turkish citizenship by investment. He holds an MSc in Finance from the London School of Economics (2019) and a BSc in Business Management from Bogazici University (2016), and passed Turkey's official real estate broker licensing exam in 2021. A Chevening scholar and a Congress Member of Galatasaray Sports Club, he advises clients in English (IELTS 8.0), Turkish and French.
- Which areas of Turkey do you cover?
- We focus on Istanbul's prime districts - including Sisli, Besiktas, Sariyer, Kadikoy and Beyoglu - and also advise across Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bodrum and Fethiye.
- What languages can I work with you in?
- English, Turkish, French, Russian, Chinese and Arabic, with fluent advisors for each.
- Do you only handle new-build projects?
- No. We advise on new-build and resale residential and commercial property, rentals, property management, renovation and Turkish citizenship by investment.
Let's find the right property for you
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