Türkiye’s real estate market recorded an increase in home sales to foreign buyers in July 2026, signaling continued interest from international investors in the Turkish property market.
According to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute, as reported by Anadolu Agency, home sales to foreigners increased by 1.9% compared with July of the previous year, reaching 2,120 residential units during the month.
Foreign Buyers Accounted for 1.7% of Home Sales in Türkiye
Total home sales across Türkiye reached approximately 123,603 units in July 2026, with purchases by foreigners accounting for 1.7% of the overall market.
The increase in foreign demand during July followed a strong performance in June, when foreign home sales also recorded annual growth.
These figures indicate renewed monthly activity among international buyers, although cumulative sales since the beginning of the year remain below the levels recorded during the same period of the previous year.
Russians, Iranians, and Ukrainians Lead Foreign Purchases
Russian citizens continued to rank first among foreign buyers of residential property in Türkiye during July 2026, purchasing 394 homes.
Iranian citizens ranked second with 189 homes, followed by Ukrainian citizens with 145 homes.
This diversity reflects the continued appeal of the Turkish property market to buyers from different international markets, whether for residential or investment purposes.
11,203 Homes Sold to Foreigners Since the Beginning of 2026
During the first seven months of 2026, total home sales to foreigners reached 11,203 units.
Despite the increase recorded in July, cumulative foreign sales between January and July remained 7.3% lower than during the same period of the previous year.
For this reason, July’s figures can be viewed as a positive monthly signal, but they do not yet represent a complete reversal of the annual trend.
Continued growth during the coming months would be needed to offset the decline recorded since the beginning of the year.
What Is Happening in the Turkish Real Estate Market Overall?
The changes were not limited to foreign buyers.
Total home sales in Türkiye reached 123,603 units in July, representing a year-on-year decline of 17%.
Sales of newly built homes reached 42,529 units, down 8.6% compared with July 2025, while second-hand home sales totaled 81,074 units, representing an annual decline of 20.8%.
However, the picture was different in June, when total home sales had increased annually, highlighting the month-to-month fluctuations seen in the Turkish real estate market during 2026.
What Do These Figures Mean for Foreign Investors?
Statistics alone are not enough to determine whether a specific property represents a good investment opportunity, but they can help investors better understand market activity.
The increase in foreign home sales during July indicates that there is still international demand for Turkish real estate.
At the same time, the decline in the broader market emphasizes the importance of choosing the right city, location, project, and price, rather than relying solely on general market trends.
Before making a purchase, investors should evaluate several factors, including:
- Property location
- Local and international demand
- Rental potential
- Project quality
- Resale potential
- Long-term investment strategy
OmranTRK: The Right Decision Starts With the Right Property
At OmranTRK, we believe that successful real estate investment is not only about choosing the right time to enter the market. It is also about selecting a property that matches the investor’s objectives and budget.
Whether the goal is personal residence, rental income, or long-term property investment in Türkiye, evaluating the project, location, and expected level of demand remains one of the most important steps before making a purchase decision.
The July 2026 figures show that foreign investors remain active in the Turkish real estate market, with annual growth in foreign home sales returning during the month.
This makes following official market data an important part of understanding how the Turkish property sector is developing.
Conclusion
Home sales to foreigners in Türkiye increased by 1.9% in July 2026, reaching 2,120 units.
Russian citizens ranked first among foreign buyers, followed by Iranians and Ukrainians.
At the same time, foreign home sales during the first seven months of the year remained 7.3% below the level recorded during the same period of the previous year.
Between monthly growth and cumulative decline, the Turkish property market continues to require careful analysis.
For investors, the key is to study the numbers and choose opportunities based on location and investment objectives rather than relying on general market indicators alone.
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