Immigration to Turkey can be a gateway to a better and more comfortable life. It provides you prosperity, security, freedom and golden opportunities, and it paves the way for you to progress quickly. Living in Turkey, especially living in Istanbul, can correspond the quality of life in Europe and bring tradition and modernity together. Therefore, there are numerous neighborhoods and districts to live that sometimes choosing among them can be really complicated.
Istanbul is greatly vast and it has many regions and neighborhoods; it is the historical and cultural capital of Turkey and therefore absolutely rich. Due to the increase in the quantity of home purchases in Turkey in this decade and especially in recent years, Istanbul has also expanded dramatically and many areas have been added to it. However the content of the “Istanbul Hamrah” article is not dedicated to new neighborhoods. Now, we want to present the information about the old and historical districts, the Beylikdüzü district, which once considered as the summer residence of the Ottoman sultans. Stay with us.
Familiarity with the Beylikdüzü district
Beylikdüzü is one of the best district in Istanbul, about 40 km from the center. It is bordered on the south by the Sea of Marmara, on the east by the neighborhood of Avcilar, on the north by the neighborhood of Esenyurt, and on the west by the neighborhood of Buyuk Çakmeje. It has about 12 kilometers of coastline, its area is about 360 square kilometers and its population is over 300 thousand people. The region became independent in 2008, and its development began in the same year. Various histories and stories indicate that this neighborhood has been of great interest to the Empires since the ancient time of Byzantine; because there are many historical relics left from that period. But the main fame of the Beylikdüzü region dates back to the Ottoman era, when kings traveled to the region to spend the summer as a summer resort. Given all these descriptions and interpretations, we, as one of the best home shopping sites in Turkey, highly recommend this neighborhood.
Beylikdüzü is one of the greenest neighborhoods in Istanbul, with about 10 square meters of the city’s total area which dedicated to green space, and according to statistics, it is corresponding to the top European cities. It is worth mentioning that the Beylikdüzü district is one of the newly built district of Istanbul and includes many towers and residential residences. The Beylikdüzü district is famous for its urban discipline.
The neighborhoods of the Beylikdüzü area are as follows:
- (barış Mahallesi)
- (Cumhuriyet Mahalles)
- (Gürpınar Mahallesi)
- (marmara Mahallesi)
- (yakuplu Mahallesi)
- (Adnan Kahveci Mahallesi)
- (Büyük Şehir Mahallesi)
- (Dereağzı Mahallesi)
- (Kavaklı Mahallesi)
- (Sahil Mahallesi)
The features of Beylikdüzü district
Undoubtedly, most of people after immigrating will seek to buy a house in Istanbul.we highly recommend the Beylikdüzü district for these precious people, as the features of this district have made it one of the best areas of Istanbul.
Among the features of Beylikdüzü district, the following can be mentioned:
- A large percentage of the residents of Beylikdüzü area are all immigrants.
- Although this area is far from the center of Istanbul, its public transportation system, such as taxis and metro buses, buses, minibuses anddolmuş have greatly facilitated transportation.
- The district is only 13 km from Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
- The Beylikdüzü district is one of the growing regions of Turkey and would be a great option for investing in Turkey by buying a property.
- This area is one of the new-built areas of Istanbul that everywhere is full of modern residential towers and luxury residences.
- Beylikdüzü district is one of the safest areas of Istanbul. The main features of this area are its urban order, no traffic and cleanliness.
- This area is full of modern shopping malls, Istanbul universities and first class schools.
- One of the largest ports in Istanbul, Ambarli, is located in the Beylikdüzü district.
Buy or rent a house in the Beylikdüzü district
Before we get into the rest of the story, it would better to talk about buying or renting a home in the Beylikdüzü district. Noticing the conditions of buying a house in Turkey is undoubtedly necessary for immigration, and in addition to the features of this neighborhood, it is not a bad idea to take a look at the quality and, of course, the price of a house in this region. Of all the neighborhoods in Istanbul, Bilikduzu is one of the most economical and reasonably priced district, and the property price in it may even be lower than the average in Istanbul. Therefore, it can be a really smart choice.
In the table below, you will find information on buying or renting a house in the Bilikduzu neighborhood:
| House rent (furnished – monthly) | Buying a house (approximate price)
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| The average price is around 1500 to 1600 lira | Cumhuriyet Square, 1890 lira
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| Kavakli neighborhood, about 1300 to 1400 lira
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Adnan Kahveçi neighborhood, 1990 to 2000 lira
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| Gürpınar neighborhood, about 2500 lira
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Villa in Gürpınar neighborhood, 4100 lira for per square meter |
As we said, the Beylikdüzü district is one of the top neighborhoods in Istanbul in terms of urban management and its vast green space. Entertainment places and of course, shopping malls are also exemplary. Most importantly, the climate is really pleasant and cool, therefore, it can be a great place to start living in Turkey. It should be noted that the cost of living in this area is much lower than in central Istanbul.
For more information, you can read the article “Conditions for buying a house in Turkey” (link to buying a house in Turkey).
Beylikdüzü district, students’ choice
One of the most interesting features of Beylikdüzü district is the high number of students and people with higher education. According to statistics published in 2021, about 40% of the population of this region, especially those who live in the residences of this region, are all educated and university students.
One of the best universities in Istanbul, Boğaziçi University, is located in the heart of the Beylikdüzü district. Those who want to study in Turkey can consider the district as their place of residence, because the price of the house is reasonable, and access and travel in this area or to other areas is highly convenient.
In addition, the same statistics indicate that in the Beylikdüzü district, there are:
- 31 primary schools,
- 34 public secondary educational institutions,
- 44 technical and vocational schools and colleges,
- More than 10 higher education centers,
- and 1 University (Boğaziçi)
It is worth mentioning that some of the best high schools in Istanbul are located in the Beylikdüzü district; including public, private, non-profit and international centers. By studying in these high schools, those who want to enter the universities of Turkey more easily and hassle-free can pave the way to a great extent, and finally enter the Turkish business market.
Sightseeing and recreation areas of Beylikdüzü district
As we said, Beylikdüzü district is leading in terms of urban planning and urban management in different neighborhoods and areas of Istanbul. The existence of a one-hectare area in the heart of this neighborhood, which is dedicated to recreational, sports and cultural centers, is a seal of approval for this claim. The cycling and hiking trails along the coastline are also one of the attractions of the Beylikdüzü district.
Among the sights of the Beylikdüzü district, the following can be mentioned:
- Valley of Life or « Yaşam Vadisi »
A green park that is the center of concerts and open-air cinema in summer.
- Kajestan Amusement Park
Unique green areas for weekend excursion and picnics.
- Gürpınar Beach
A unique beach that is one of the first class beaches of Istanbul and is an ideal choice for water recreation.
- Piri Reis Park
It is a beach park that is great for children to play and also spend time with your children.
- West Marina Entertainment Complex
It is a unique and large complex for water entertainment and in addition, there are many cafes and restaurants.
- Marmara Park
Another popular park in the Beylikdüzü district, and of course, the Marmara Shopping Mall is one of the best malls in Istanbul.
- Kavakli Beach Park
Another beach parks which is located on the very long coastline of the Beylikdüzü area and its volleyball court is really popular.
- Ataturk Cultural and Artistic Center
This highly vast center is an area of about 25,000 meters and includes a cinema, theater, library, museum, exhibition, kindergarten, mosque, etc.
- Shopping center
And as the latest and most enjoyable recreation in the Beylikdüzü district, we can mention its shopping malls. Perla Vista, Beylicium, Istanbul Outlet Park, Migro and Paradise are some of the best shopping malls in the area.
FAQ
- Is it a worth choice to buy and invest in the Beylikdüzü district?
Undoubtedly, this district is one of the best neighborhoods in Istanbul, because it is constantly growing and expanding, and its living conditions provide very high quality.
- How far is Beylikdüzü neighborhood from Istanbul?
This area is about 40 km from the center of Istanbul and about 13 km from Ataturk Airport. But since the public transportation system, including the metro bus, is so powerful, this distance is nothing to worry about.
- What is the average purchase or rental price of a house in the Beylikdüzü district?
The average purchase price of a house in this district is around 1800 to 2000 lira per square meter, and for buying a villa house, it even increases up to 4000 lira. The average rent for a house is about 1500 lira.
- Is the Beylikdüzü district suitable for living?
Of course; The Beylikdüzü neighborhood is highly regulated and safe, it is easy to commute, the houses are reasonably priced, and it also has unique shopping and entertainment centers.