Başakşehir is a modern, planned district on the European outskirts - popular with families for its space, green areas, schools and newer housing, including the Kayaşehir and Bahçeşehir areas.
| Side | European |
|---|---|
| Vibe | Modern, family-oriented, planned suburbs |
| Best for | Families, value investors, citizenship buyers |
| Price level | Accessible to mid |
| Getting around | Metro, close to the new Istanbul Airport and motorways |
Lifestyle and location
Başakşehir offers wide boulevards, parks, lakes, family amenities and large residential complexes with facilities. It is calmer and greener than the centre, with good motorway and metro links and proximity to the new Istanbul Airport.
The property market
This is one of the best-value parts of Istanbul for spacious, modern family apartments, and many projects qualify for Turkish citizenship. Bosphorus Brokers lists projects here.
Who it suits
It suits families wanting space and amenities, value-focused investors, and citizenship buyers seeking larger homes for the budget.
Investment outlook
Infrastructure - the airport, metro and hospital campus - and steady family demand support long-term growth, especially for larger units.
Explore Başakşehir property
Browse our projects in Başakşehir, or tell us your budget and goals and we will send a tailored shortlist. New to the market? Read our buying guide and citizenship guide.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Başakşehir good value?
- Yes. It is one of the better-value parts of Istanbul for spacious, modern family apartments, with many citizenship-eligible projects.
- Is Başakşehir suitable for families?
- Very much so - it is a planned district with parks, schools, lakes and large amenity-rich complexes.
