Turkish real estate vocabulary

Essential Turkish Real Estate Terms for Foreign Buyers: A Complete Guide to Property Purchases in Turkey

Are you a foreign buyer, investor, or expat looking to purchase property in Turkey? Understanding the local real estate terminology is key to navigating the market with confidence.

Whether you’re exploring villas in Alanya, apartments in Istanbul, or land in Bodrum, this guide provides essential Turkish real estate vocabulary to help you communicate effectively with agents, lawyers, and sellers. From Tapu (title deed) to Emlak Vergisi (property tax), master the language of Turkish real estate and make informed decisions for your property journey.

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Müştemilat (Annex)

Müştemilat (Annex)
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Kimlik (Identity card)

Kimlik (Identity card)
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Emlak vergisi (Property tax)

Emlak vergisi (Property tax)
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Muhtar (Headman)

Muhtar (Headman)
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Notary (Noter)

Notary (Noter)
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Aidat (Fee)

Aidat (Fee)
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Sahibinden (From the owner)

Sahibinden (From the owner)
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Kapıcı (Doorkeepers)

Kapıcı (Doorkeepers)
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Tercüman (Translator)

Tercüman (Translator)
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Komisyon (Commission)

Komisyon (Commission)
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Kapora (Down payment)

Kapora (Down payment)
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KDV (VAT)

KDV (VAT)
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Vergi dairesi (Tax office)

Vergi dairesi (Tax office)
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Apartman yöneticisi (Apartment manager)

Apartman yöneticisi (Apartment manager)
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Otomatik ödeme (automatic bank payment)

Otomatik ödeme (automatic bank payment)
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Sözlesme Hesap No (agreement account number)

Sözlesme Hesap No (agreement account number)
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Arsa payi (Land share)

Arsa payi (Land share)
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Lüks (Luxury)

Lüks (Luxury)
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Kat (Floor)

Kat (Floor)
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İpotek (Mortgage)

İpotek (Mortgage)
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Banka Hesabı (Bank Account)

Banka Hesabı (Bank Account)
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Takas (Exchange)

Takas (Exchange)
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Kentsel dönüşüm (Urban transformation)

Kentsel dönüşüm (Urban transformation)
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Imza (Signature)

Imza (Signature)
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DASK (Earthquake insurance)

DASK (Earthquake insurance)
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Vekalet (Power of attorney)

Vekalet (Power of attorney)
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