How to rent an apartment in Turkey for a year
If you plan to obtain a residence permit or stay in Turkey for a long time, you will need a permanent residence. One of the best solutions would be a long-term lease. How to rent an apartment in Turkey for a year?
Basic recommendations
If you are planning to rent an apartment on the seashore for summer living, you can choose almost any property with a good location. For long-term stays, the peculiarities of construction and heating in winter are taken into account. When renting, follow these recommendations:
- You should not rent an apartment at ground level, as it will be damp and cold in winter;
- the last floors are not suitable, because houses are built with relatively thin walls;
- The optimal solution with minimal costs is heating with natural gas.
When choosing an apartment for a long term, you must visit it in person. This way you can see all the shortcomings and features of the layout. It is necessary to become familiar with the heating system and the presence of mold.
Ways to find housing
You need to decide on the type of real estate. You can rent an apartment in an apartment building, and villas are available for wealthy foreigners. When choosing housing for rent, one of the search methods is suitable:
- Independent. This option takes time, but allows you to find apartments with optimal parameters. Notices with a telephone number are often posted on windows and balconies. You can get detailed information from it.
- Via the website. Online resources offer housing searches based on various parameters. You can look at the location of the house on the map to select the optimal object based on location and distance from the main infrastructure. The sites present offers from realtors and owners.
- Through a realtor. There are many real estate agencies in Turkey . It is important to choose an experienced realtor who will answer questions, come to the property, and thoroughly check it for the presence of everything necessary. If a suitable object is found, do not delay resolving the issue. The Turks do not conduct business according to the Western model. If there is a client ready to sign the contract, he will receive the apartment.
Thus, different search options have advantages and features. Apartments in Turkey come with a kitchen unit and an equipped bathroom. The rest of the furniture is missing and is brought in by the tenant. It is necessary to transfer utility bills to yourself, since they are paid by the tenant.
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