Istanbul is the economic capital of Turkey and its largest and most important city, due to its distinguished central geographical location, its religious and cultural position, and its distinctive nature.
Istanbul is located in the Marmara region in north western Turkey, and is bordered to the north by the Black Sea, to the south by the Sea of Marmara, to the west by Tekirdag, and to the east by Kocaeli.
It consists of two parts, European and Asian, in the middle of which is the famous strait, the Bosphorus, its distinguishing marks
The best areas of Istanbul
Living in Istanbul in any of its regions in general is a preferred and excellent option for many, as it is one of the most vibrant cities on several levels, whether tourism, trade, study, etc., but there are some places that are more suitable and better for housing than others, including:
Başakşehir:
This area has a strong infrastructure and a strong transportation network, and the social environment in the area is characterized by sophistication, and this is what made it one of the most preferred areas for housing,
There are all social, service and recreational facilities in it, such as shopping malls, large parks, green spaces, football fields, cinemas and theatres, in addition to government departments, hospitals, clinics, schools, universities and others.
Beylikduzu:
Beylikduzu district in Istanbul is one of the most attractive areas for foreigners wishing to live in Istanbul, whether they want to rent or buy real estate in Turkey for the purpose of settling or investing.
Beylikduzu is located in the western part of European Istanbul, bordered to the east by Avcilar region, to the north by Esenyurt region, to the west by Buyukcekmece, and to the south by the Marmara Sea.
Beylikduzu is characterized by the organization of construction, the modern construction style, the spread of modern residential complexes and their wide streets, and clean alleys.
Also, Beylikduzu in Istanbul has a wonderful view of the Marmara Sea and a view of Buyukcekmece from the western side.
Şişli
The centre of Istanbul and its beating heart, Şişli is a distinctive area that combines being an elegant and quiet residential area in addition to the ancient markets, shops and luxury commercial buildings that are comparable in beauty to European countries, and inhabited by the wealthy class, and therefore the prices of homes in it, whether for sale or rent, are relatively high compared to other regions from Istanbul.
And what distinguishes Şişli is its location, as it is located near the most important tourist areas in Istanbul, such as the Bosphorus, Fatih and Taksim, and there are the largest malls and commercial centres such as Cevahir Mall, Trump Mall and others.
There are also a number of consulates in some Arab and foreign countries, and there are many foreign communities of different nationalities, so it is one of the best places to live in Istanbul
Maslak:
The first trade and investment centre in Istanbul and it is one of the largest real estate development areas in the city.
Maslak is located in one of the most important locations in Istanbul, close to shopping centres, public transportation, main roads, arts, sports and culture centres, close to Taksim and Levent, no more than 5 minutes from the Bosphorus, and 25 minutes from Istanbul’s third airport, which gives it importance strategy and investment.
The Maslak area includes the most important and largest residential complexes and shopping centres such as Istanbul Valley. It also overlooks the Belgrade forests and is 15 minutes away from the Asian side of Istanbul.
Maslak is one of the most important commercial areas in Istanbul, the most earthquake-safe area, and the third most luxurious and most expensive area in Turkey.
Esenyurt:
Esenyurt is located on the European side of Istanbul and is considered one of the largest areas in terms of geographical area and the most densely populated
It is generally a popular and densely populated area with many job opportunities and a mix of nationalities. Esenyurt has two completely different lifestyles
The first type is the popular areas full of activity and movement, and also the real estate in them is cheap in terms of purchase or rent, and as for transportation, facilities and services, they are well available near these neighbourhoods.
The other style is the style of residential complexes that are characterized by calm and provide a higher level of services
