British in Turkey - Property Sales Boom

Property for sale in Fethiye, Marmaris, Bodrum and surrounding areas is the most popular choice for British buyers. The Turkish Mediterranean coast in particular, became a very popular travel destination for British people in the last couple of years. The areas around Fethiye, Marmaris and Bodrum are well known for their British settlements; there are many ex-pats throughout Turkey in the main cities as well. The western part of the Mediterranean (Fethiye, Marmaris and Bodrum) are relatively unspoilt by tourism, however it is a well known holiday resort. Fethiye village has everything you wish for: local traditional market (bazaar) with its authentic spirit, plenty of shopping opportunities, breathtaking views and sandy beaches with plenty of sport facilities and activities on offer and probably the best paragliding in Turkey. Gocek is another tiny village near Fethiye, which can make an ideal holiday home for those who appreciate tranquility and unspoilt beaches.The Turkey property sales boom around Fethiye, Bodrum and Marmaris area are increasing the numbers of British people who buy a holiday villa in the Mediterranean.

This trend will no doubt continue due to the attractive property prices and the advantages that Turkey offers. Some statistics indicated that in 2003 around 2,500 Brits are now living in Fethiye area.

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Cost of Living in Turkey

The cost of living in Turkey remains one of the cheapest in the Mediterranean region. Most of the Brits who come to live in Turkey choose to buy everything new, including electrical goods. This decision works out cheaper, if you take into account the costs of the transportation and customs clearance fees. Gas would cost you around £10 per month (depending upon usage), electricity is about £0.05p per kilowatt, and water varies from £0.40p to £3.00 per ton depending on if you use the mains supply or not. If you are buying on the developments the maintenance costs (swimming pool and site cleaning) would cost you around £150 per annum on average.

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Education in Turkey

Education in Turkey is free of charge and compulsory in government schools. Primary school is for children age 6-14; secondary school is for another three years. There is a number of international English speaking schools open in the Mediterranean due to the thriving international community. There is a wide range of universities in Turkey.

Social life of the British community You will not feel cut off from outside world as the satellite television with 52 channels are available through the local provider, including BBC World Service and Eurosport. A daily national paper Turkish Daily News is available in English. Special social events are organised locally by British residents which appeals to people of different interests and backgrounds. There are also other European communities in the country, including Germans, Russians, Swedes, etc.

The list of things to do in Mediterranean Turkey is endless and does not limit itself with just water sport activities, like snorkeling, diving and canoeing. More diverse types of activities are on offer as well: mountain biking, paragliding, horse- riding, fishing, bird watching and walking in the unspoilt countryside. If none of the above is for you, there is always shopping with its enchanting local markets and modern shops at amazing value for money, restaurants galore and night entertainment.

The combination of the above makes this part of Turkey the place to buy a holiday villa or permanent home as it gives you one of the best value for money property in Mediterranean. Property for sale in Fethiye is a good long term investment.

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