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Uskudar

Uskudar

Highlights
Neighborhood
Lifestyle
Location
Highlights

OVERVIEW

REAL ESTATE MARKET

TYPES OF HOUSING

TRANSPORTATION

EDUCATION

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FACILITIES

COST OF LIVING


IN A NUTSHELL:

  • Üsküdar is a well-established and central district located on the Asian side of Istanbul. 
  • Üsküdar, one of the oldest settlements in the city, has a rich historical and cultural background.
  • The district stands out with its natural beauties as well as its historical and cultural richness.
  • Üsküdar's population comes from different ethnic groups and religious beliefs.
  • With its central location, it has easy access to the areas on both sides of the city. 
  • There are areas that offer both modern city life and the opportunity to live away from the noise of the city.
Neighborhood

Üsküdar offers many places to visit with its deep-rooted history and unique natural beauties. Some of these are:

The Maiden’s Tower: The Maiden's Tower is one of the symbols of Üsküdar. Located at the entrance of the Bosphorus, the tower is a Byzantine structure. The tower can be reached by boat tours.

Fethi Pasha Grove: Fethi Pasha Grove is one of the most beautiful parks in Üsküdar. The park is located on the shores of the Bosphorus. You can take a walk, ride a bike or have a picnic in the grove.

Çamlıca Hill: Çamlıca Hill is the highest hill in Üsküdar. You can watch the magnificent view of Istanbul from the hill. You can go up Çamlıca Hill by hiking or by cable car.

Emaar Square Shopping Mall: Emaar Square Shopping Mall is one of the largest shopping centers in Üsküdar. The mall has all kinds of shops, restaurants and entertainment centers.

In addition to these places, there are many more mosques, museums and parks that you can visit in Üsküdar. 


Transportation

Üsküdar is also in a very advantageous location in terms of transportation. 

Marmaray connects Üsküdar to important points of the city such as Kadıköy, Bakırköy and Yenikapı. Similarly, the metro line offers easy transportation to many different points of Istanbul. Bus is the most common means of transportation connecting Üsküdar to all parts of Istanbul. With many bus lines passing through the center of the district, it is easy to reach anywhere in the city. 

E-5 Motorway is a highway that connects Üsküdar to important points on the European and Anatolian sides of Istanbul. You can easily reach everywhere in Istanbul by using the E-5 Highway. You can also easily reach the European side of Istanbul by using the Bosphorus Bridge.


Education

Üsküdar also has an important place in the field of education. There are many schools in the district that provide quality education for students of all levels. These schools provide education at international standards. In addition, many private schools offer a rich program of arts, sports and cultural activities.

Üsküdar University and the University of Health Sciences in Üsküdar are two universities offering quality education. These universities offer undergraduate and graduate education in different fields.

Lifestyle

Social and Cultural Facilities

Üsküdar is a very active and vibrant district in social and cultural terms. Here are just a few of the activities you can do during your time in Üsküdar:

Beylerbeyi Palace attracts attention with its elegant architecture and rich decorations. In the palace, items and furniture used in the last periods of the Ottoman Empire are exhibited.

Kuzguncuk Beach is one of the most beautiful coasts of Istanbul. From the coast, you have the opportunity to watch the unique view of the Bosphorus. There are cafes, restaurants and parks on the seaside.

Çamlıca Mosque is the largest mosque in Istanbul. The mosque attracts attention with its unique architecture and magnificent interior decoration.

Capitol Shopping Mall has stores of world-famous brands as well as entertainment venues such as cinema, bowling, amusement park.


Cost of Living

The cost of living in Üsküdar is higher than the average of other districts in Istanbul. However, the district's historical and cultural richness, ease of transportation and natural beauties offer an attractive option for those with the income to afford these costs. 

Housing rents in Üsküdar constitute the most important item of living costs. The central location of the district and the popularity of its historical texture raise housing rents to quite high levels.

Location

Overview

Üsküdar is one of the most beautiful districts of the Bosphorus on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. Hosting millions of tourists every year with its historical and natural beauties, Üsküdar is one of the most important cultural and tourism centers of Istanbul. Üsküdar is also one of the oldest settlements in Istanbul. Üsküdar is one of the most populous districts of Istanbul in terms of population. According to 2023 data, Üsküdar's population is over 520,000. 


Real Estate Market

Housing and rental prices

Üsküdar has always been a place of interest with its historical and touristic buildings, ease of transportation and central location. This situation causes housing and rental prices to be high. Housing prices in Üsküdar increase towards the center of the district and sea view apartments. Similarly, rental prices in Üsküdar vary according to the neighborhood and the characteristics of the apartment. 

In general, housing and rental prices in Üsküdar are above the Istanbul average. This is due to the popularity and central location of the district.

House prices for sale in Üsküdar increased by 3.19% in the last month. In addition, the average return period in Üsküdar is calculated as 20 years.

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

Üsküdar is one of the favorites of real estate investors in recent years. Real estate prices in Üsküdar have shown a significant increase since 2020. This increase accelerated even more, especially after the pandemic period. The increase in prices has affected both houses for sale and rent. The increase in real estate prices in Üsküdar is expected to continue in the coming years. 

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

Some of the most popular and valuable areas in Üsküdar:

Beylerbeyi is a region where the summer palaces of the sultans were located during the Ottoman period. Today, Beylerbeyi Palace is one of the most important touristic attractions of the district. Besides the palace, Beylerbeyi also has many cafes and restaurants.

Kuzguncuk is one of the cutest neighborhoods in Üsküdar. The area is one of the most popular tourist areas in Istanbul. 

Çengelköy, famous for its Bosphorus view, is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Istanbul. 

Çamlıca is the highest hill in Üsküdar. Çamlıca Hill has one of the most beautiful views of Istanbul. The area includes Çamlıca Mosque, Çamlıca Tower and Çamlıca Park.


Types of Housing

In Üsküdar, the following housing types are common:


Apartments: Apartments in Üsküdar are available in all parts of the district. There are usually 1+1, 2+1, 3+1 and 4+1 types in apartments.


Villas: Villas in Üsküdar are generally located in the northern and southern district borders of the district. Villas are generally preferred for their large gardens and detached lifestyle. 


Houses with Bosphorus View: Bosphorus view houses in Üsküdar are among the most valuable residences in the district. Houses with Bosphorus views are usually located close to the historical peninsula and on the coast. The prices of houses with Bosphorus view in Üsküdar are higher than other housing types.