Sultangazi

OVERVIEW

REAL ESTATE MARKET

TYPES OF HOUSING

TRANSPORTATION

EDUCATION

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FACILITIES

COST OF LIVING

IN A NUTSHELL:

• Sultangazi is a district on the European side of Istanbul.
• With its central location, it offers easy access to every part of the city. 
• Sultangazi is generally inhabited by the middle-income class population. 
• Transportation, education, health and entertainment opportunities are quite high in the district. 
• Sultangazi, a developing district, is an ideal spot for investors with its convenient location and rapidly increasing demand.

Sultangazi district is a place that attracts attention with its natural beauties and historical buildings. Some of the notable places of the region are as follows:

Mimar Sinan City Forest: Mimar Sinan City Forest is a forest with an area of 2 thousand hectares. The forest offers various activities to its visitors with its hiking trails, picnic areas and ponds.

Maglova Arch: Maglova Arch is a two-storey aqueduct, 257 meters long and 36 meters high, built by Mimar Sinan in the 16th century. The aqueduct was used to carry water from the Alibey Stream to various parts of Istanbul.

Alibey Dam: Alibey Dam is a dam built in 1555, which is the water source of the Maglova Aqueducts. The dam has a water volume of 1.5 million cubic meters. Today, it is still one of the dams that meet the water needs of Istanbul.

In addition to these places in Sultangazi, there are many parks, mosques and entertainment centers that you can visit in your free time. 

Transportation

Sultangazi is in a very good situation in terms of public transportation with its central location. Bus services are organized from Sultangazi to many districts and districts of Istanbul. In addition to official buses, private public buses also serve in the district. There are also minibus services from Sultangazi to the surrounding districts and neighborhoods. Sultangazi is located on the TEM Highway. In this way, it is easy to reach other parts of Istanbul from the district. Moreover, there is also a connection from Sultangazi to the North Marmara Highway.  

Education

Sultangazi has many schools affiliated to the Ministry of National Education at primary, secondary and high school levels. Education in these schools is provided with a modern and contemporary approach. There are also private schools in the district.

There is also a higher education institution, Bezmialem Vakıf University İlhan Varank Campus within the borders of the district.

Sultangazi Municipality carries out various activities to improve educational opportunities in the district. Educational opportunities in Sultangazi are gradually improving to reflect the potential of the district. It is aimed to achieve effective results by offering many alternatives for students of all ages.

Social and Cultural Facilities

As one of the rapidly developing districts of Istanbul, Sultangazi also attracts attention with its social and cultural opportunities. The district has various parks, forests and cultural centers that people of all ages can enjoy.

Fairy Tale Heroes Park is one of the most popular parks in the district. The park attracts attention by being decorated with figures of fairy tale heroes. The park has playgrounds, slides, swings and climbing walls for children. 

Sultangazi Municipality Urban Forest is known as one of the lungs of the district. The forest has walking and cycling paths, picnic areas and children's playgrounds.

Nene Hatun Cultural Center serves as the cultural center of the district. Various events are organized in the cultural center. 

Cost of Living

Located on the European side of Istanbul, Sultangazi district has been experiencing rapid population growth in recent years. It can be said that the district's affordable cost of living and ease of transportation play an important role in this increase.

The cost of living in Sultangazi is more affordable compared to other districts of Istanbul. For example, the average rent for rental houses in Sultangazi is lower than the rent for a similar house in other districts of Istanbul.

In general, the cost of living in Sultangazi is more affordable compared to other districts of Istanbul. Therefore, Sultangazi may be a good option for those looking for an affordable cost of living.

Overview

Located on the European Side of Istanbul, Sultangazi was separated from Gaziosmanpaşa district in 2008. It is located 50 meters above the sea. The district borders Eyüpsultan in the east, Esenler in the west, Gaziosmanpaşa in the south and Başakşehir in the northwest. Sultangazi has a population of over 540 thousand. Sultangazi is a rapidly developing and modernizing district today. There are many industrial establishments, shopping malls, educational institutions and health institutions in the district. Sultangazi also stands out as one of the important transportation junctions of Istanbul.

Real Estate Market

Housing and rental prices

In the past month, the selling prices for houses in Sultangazi have experienced a 0.4% increase. The average cost per square meter for houses in this area is 20,666 TL, with a return period calculated over 15 years.

According to the 2023 real estate index and regional report, the average price of a 100 square meter house in Sultangazi district is 2.060.000 TL.

What has been the district property price trend in recent years? What are the predictions for the future of this trend?

Housing prices in Sultangazi have increased by more than 20% on average since the beginning of 2023. This increase is due to factors such as the central location of the district, transportation facilities and investment potential.

Housing prices in Sultangazi are slightly higher in the center of the district compared to other regions. Commercial real estate prices in Sultangazi are increasing in parallel with housing prices. 

Real estate experts predict that real estate prices in Sultangazi will continue to increase in the coming period. Therefore, the current level of real estate prices offers attractive opportunities for those who want to invest in the district.

Which are the most popular and valuable areas in the district?

Some of the most popular areas of Sultangazi: 

50. Yıl Mahallesi is one of the most central neighborhoods of Sultangazi. 50. Yıl Neighborhood has many residences, workplaces and shopping centers.

Esentepe Neighborhood is a neighborhood located in the north of Sultangazi. Although the neighborhood is a little farther from the center of the district, it attracts attention with its transportation facilities.

Cebeci Neighborhood is one of the largest neighborhoods of Sultangazi. The neighborhood is located in the north of the district. The neighborhood stands out with its natural beauties and green areas.

Types of Housing

Here are some of the types of homes in Sultangazi:

Apartment Units: The most common houses in the neighborhood are apartments. Apartments in Sultangazi are generally designed as 1+1, 2+1 or 3+1.

Detached Houses: It is also possible to find detached houses in Sultangazi. Detached houses are usually located in neighborhoods far from the center of the district. Detached houses usually have a garden and a large usage area.