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How to find a long-term apartment rental in Istanbul — agencies and websites

Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 3 days ago

TL;DR

For long-term rentals in Istanbul, local real estate agencies are the main option. For the Aegean coast (Izmir, Bodrum area), short and mid-term apartment rentals also exist through Turkish listing platforms.

What the community said

Consider checking Taht Istanbul agency/website — it lists rental prices on the site, located in the Fatih district.

18 days ago Taht Istanbul, Fatih

When searching for an apartment in Kadıköy, focus on its southern, more modern section — the Suadiye area along Bağdat Caddesi. This is where newer residential buildings and apartments are concentrated, as opposed to the older, run-down quarters further north.

3 days ago Kadıköy, Suadiye — Bağdat Caddesi

Apartment rentals between Izmir and Bodrum on the Aegean coast are available, especially in summer. Turkish real estate aggregator sites list both short-term and monthly options in this region.

3 days ago Aegean coast: Izmir to Bodrum

For long-term apartment rentals in Istanbul, working with a local real estate agency is the most practical approach — they handle negotiations and paperwork. Independent search via Turkish listing sites is possible but can be challenging without Turkish language skills.

3 days ago Long-term rental, Istanbul

Finding accommodation on the Princes' Islands (Adalar) near Istanbul requires looking at agencies or communities that specialize in this area — the rental market there is smaller and more seasonal than mainland Istanbul.

3 days ago Princes' Islands (Adalar), Istanbul