Alanya areas for living and recreation: 9 best areas

Alanya, famous for its picturesque landscapes and mild climate, attracts the attention of not only tourists, but also those looking for a place to live permanently or invest in real estate. Looking at this fascinating corner of Turkey, foreigners often have a question: what areas are there in Alanya and how do they differ from each other? Alanya areas:

• Avsallar
• Central District
• Mahmutlar
• Kargicak
• Jikjilli
• Demirtas
• Both
• Tosmur
• Kestel
• Kyzylot
• Okurcalar
• Payallar
• Turkler
• Incekum
• Konakli

Each of the listed areas of Alanya has its pros and cons, which is especially important for investors and citizens planning to relocate to the Turkish Republic. In this case, you should pay attention to the level of infrastructure development, residential density, tourist flow, amenities, convenience of beaches and other characteristics. In our new publication, we will take a detailed look at the best areas of Alanya, their features, attractions, infrastructure, ecology and cost of housing. The best areas of Alanya:

1. Avsallar district
2. Kargicak district
3. Mahmutlar district
4. Cikcilli area
5. Oba district
6. Kestel district
7. Demirtas district
8. Tosmur district
9. central region of Alanya

Avsallar District

Avsallar is a popular resort area, which had the administrative status of a city until 2013. The distance to the center of Alanya is 24 km, to Antalya – 110 km. The closest areas to Avsallar are Turkler and Incekum. The village is 65 km from the international airport Gazipasa.

Infrastructure of Avsallar district

Avsallar has all the infrastructure for tourism and life. Some restaurants and cafes from the extensive list of catering establishments in the area have received high ratings on the Tripadvisor travel portal. In particular, Garden & Bar Restaurant, Cihan Restaurant and Nokta Restaurant have received the most positive reviews. There are no large shopping and entertainment complexes in Avsallar. However, the resort area boasts an abundance of shops where you can buy everything for everyday life. In addition, a traveling farmers' market is held here weekly. It is very easy to get from Avsallar to any point in the resort, thanks to excellent transport links. Medical care is provided by municipal and private hospitals, dental offices, pharmacies. In Avsallar, there are preschool and school educational institutions, playgrounds, squares, places for walks and picnics, where it is comfortable to spend time with children. During the resort season, the Selanya Seapark water park, located nearby, opens its doors. Adults will be interested in going to the Alara River to fish or go rafting. There are no historical landmarks in this area of Alanya. However, residents and guests of the resort always have something to do and see. For example, go to the beautiful beach Incekum, which received the international award "Blue Flag" as one of the most beautiful, ecologically clean and safe beaches of the Mediterranean. Another feature and pride of the area is the fragrant orange gardens and banana plantations. The proximity of citrus gardens for residents is an indescribable aroma of blossoming trees in the spring, and for the area – a good profit to the budget, along with tourism.

Property prices in Avsallar area

The Avsallar area has been developed relatively recently. There are hotels, apart-hotels, new residential complexes, villa complexes, private residences. Geodetic characteristics allow high-rise construction in Avsallar. This is a huge plus for developers who are engaged in the construction of high-rise residential complexes with a variety of infrastructure right on the territory: swimming pools, gyms, hammams, tennis courts, 24-hour security and many other amenities. Hotels are located closer to the coast, and residential areas are a little further, at a distance of 200-300 meters. Moreover, the scale of the residential complexes and the proposed infrastructure increases with the distance from the beaches. The cost of apartments in Avsallar is quite acceptable. In case of urgent sale, you can find options from 70,000-80,000 € for a small 1 + 1 apartment. Prices for investment projects in premium residential complexes start from 90,000-100,000 €.

Advantages of Avsallar District

• Beautiful beaches.
• Relative proximity to the center of Alanya.
• High level of development of urban infrastructure.
• Excellent transport links.
• A wide range of housing for sale.

Disadvantages of Avsallar District

• Large flow of tourists during the holiday season.
• The entire coastal area is occupied by hotels.
• As new residential complexes are built, the amount of land available for agricultural activities is decreasing.

Kargicak District

Kargicak is a prestigious area of Alanya, located 14 km from its historical quarters. It is located next to Mahmutlar. The distance between Kargicak and Gazipasa, where the international airport is located, is 27 km. Previously, the resort was a small village with several thousand permanent residents. Now Kargicak is an elite area of Alanya, where wealthy investors buy premium villas.

Infrastructure of Kargicak district

Kargicak has everything you need for life: shops, cafes, restaurants, pharmacies, clinics, a farmers' market. Once a week, you can buy fresh vegetables, fruits, spices and much more at the market during the day. The resort is suitable for living with children, as there is a school, a Utopia World water park at the hotel, as well as many well-equipped places for outdoor recreation. The beaches are free. Along the coast there is an embankment with palm trees and orange trees. Near the sea, there are restaurants with an extensive menu and friendly staff. The establishments serve Turkish and European cuisine. There is regular public transport between Kargicak and other areas of Alanya, which allows you to quickly get to any residential area of the resort. The municipality plans to develop tourism facilities in the coming years, including golf courses and a ski resort.

Property prices in Kargicak area

The housing market offers investors both stand-alone properties and options within modern residential complexes:

• spacious townhouses,
• country houses with sea view,
• apartments in residential complexes with hotel infrastructure.

Near the coast there are modern four- and five-story newly built residential complexes, and at the foot of the mountains there are villa complexes and townhouses with shared infrastructure. Most of the cottages offer panoramic views of the sea or mountains. The average price for apartments from the developer in Kargicak is about €100,000. Apartments near the sea will cost investors about €150,000. Residences on their own large landscaped plot are sold at a price of €400,000.

Advantages of Kargicak District

• Extensive catalog of elite class real estate.
• Active development of the area with liquid projects.
• Beautiful views due to the landscape features.
• Municipal, free, picturesque beaches.
• Infrastructure for children.
• Decent level of amenities for permanent residence.

Disadvantages of Kargicak District

• There are places on the coast with large boulders and inconvenient entry into the sea.
• As the entertainment infrastructure develops and hotels are built, the number of vacationers in Kargicak will increase.

Mahmutlar District

The Mahmutlar district is especially popular among residents of Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus and other former CIS countries. Today, almost a third of the permanent population of Mahmutlar are foreigners. Mahmutlar adjoins the Taurus Mountains in the north and has its own outlet to the Mediterranean Sea in the south. Neighboring districts of Mahmutlar are Kargicak and Kestel. The historical part of Alanya is only 13 km away, and Gazipasa Airport is 35 km from the resort.

Infrastructure of Mahmutlar district

Mahmutlar is one of the most developed and comfortable, as well as picturesque administrative districts of Alanya. It has good urban infrastructure and transport links, all the important social facilities for year-round living. The village is suitable for profitable investments in real estate and moving to permanent residence in Turkey. The price tag for housing in Mahmutlar has been growing for several years in a row, due to its demand among foreigners. Important infrastructure facilities in Mahmutlar are branches of various banks and ATMs, hospitals, dental offices, schools and kindergartens, SPA salons, large and small shops and chain supermarkets. Every Saturday, an oriental bazaar is held in the open area, where you can buy any fresh farm produce brought from nearby villages. Popular recreation areas open their doors to residents and guests – cozy coffee shops, pastry shops and restaurants with first-class service and a varied menu. The beaches of Mahmutlar are mostly covered with pebbles. Sometimes there are slippery large slabs at the water's edge – they are of natural origin and make it noticeably difficult to enter the water. In some areas, the owners of hotels located on the coast bring sand. There are areas with outdoor exercise machines and gazebos along the embankment. The presence of a large Russian-speaking diaspora and a Russian cultural center is a big advantage for foreigners, as it allows them to quickly and painlessly adapt to living here.

Real estate prices in Mahmutlar

In recent years, the construction and real estate sales market has taken a leading position in replenishing the budget of Mahmutlar, along with the agricultural and tourism industries. One of the most active construction projects in Alanya was carried out here, attracting developers and large investors from abroad. The terrain allows for the construction of high-rise buildings in Mahmutlar, which construction companies took advantage of. In addition, most apartments on the top floors have good views. In Mahmutlar, you can buy a variety of real estate – small apartments for vacations, penthouses and premium duplexes. Every year, despite the reduction in the number of land plots, new complexes with rich internal infrastructure are built here. Often, new residential buildings are located one and a half kilometers from the sea. The secondary market offers apartments built about 10 years ago. The advantage of such apartments is their large area. Options for sale in status residential complexes and apart-hotels are usually located in close proximity to the beaches. Real estate prices are among the most affordable in Alanya. A 1+1 apartment on the secondary market can be purchased for €100,000. Apartments in new residential complexes are sold for €130,000–160,000.

Advantages of Mahmutlar district

• A full range of multi-faceted social infrastructure facilities.
• Excellent transport links.
• International environment.
• Well-equipped beaches and a beautiful embankment.
• Reasonable prices for real estate.

Disadvantages of the Mahmutlar region

• The area is overpopulated with dense residential development.
• It is quite noisy, as entertainment venues work until late during the holiday season.
• In some places on the beaches there are slippery stone slabs, making swimming difficult.

Cikcilli District

Cikcilli is a young residential area of Alanya. As an administrative unit, this village appeared as a result of the development of the surrounding area with luxury houses. It is only 3 km away from the city center. It is located near the Taurus Mountains, that is, a little further from the sea than other areas of Alanya. For most locals, this location is a plus, thanks to the abundance of greenery and fresh, crystal clear air. Cikcilli is about 136 km from Antalya International Airport, and 40 km from the airport in Gazipasa.

Infrastructure of Cikcilli area

Today, the infrastructure of the area is quite developed, which is another plus. Residents have the opportunity to live in comfort all year round, thanks to a full range of social facilities. In Cikcilli, there is the Alanyum shopping center and the Migros chain store, as well as many small shops and grocery stores. On Saturdays, a farmers' market is held. For lovers of sports and active recreation, the doors of the Guzeller Plaza sports complex and the Aura Fitness & SPA fitness center are open. There are not many restaurants here, but there are places where you can eat deliciously. For example, in the Bistro Crystal restaurant or the Burger King fast food restaurant. Cikcilli does not have its own attractions. But the center of Alanya, where you can see the most popular cultural heritage sites, is just a stone's throw away. Cikcilli also does not have its own beaches. But literally a 15-minute walk from the area is Cleopatra Beach, one of the most picturesque in the region.

Property prices in Cikcilli area

Cikcilli apartments and houses are a good choice for those who have decided to move to Turkey. Here you can live in a calm and quiet environment. Most of the offers on the market are fairly large apartments in new apartment complexes with the amenities of five-star hotels. The area is located on a hill, so most apartments have a good view of the mountains and the sea. Secondary housing with a 1 + 1 layout costs about 100,000-130,000 €. On the primary market, apartments are offered at a price of 120,000-200,000 €, depending on the status of the residential complex.

Advantages of Cikcilli area

• The area is located close to the center and the best beaches of the resort.
• Good, diverse urban infrastructure.
• Peace and quiet are ideal conditions for permanent residence.

Disadvantages of Cikcilli area

• There is no private access to the coast.
• Most of the area is built up.

Central region of Alanya

The center of Alanya is the historical part of the city, where the spirit of bygone eras has been preserved the most. Here, old streets and houses, historical monuments harmoniously combine with modern office buildings, boutiques and chic restaurants. In addition, the center of Alanya is the most investment-friendly area for real estate buyers. And living in this part of the city is suitable for lovers of an active city rhythm. The distance from Alanya to Antalya is 135 km, to the airport in Gazipasa – 50 km. The population is about 350,000 people. In the summer, the number of residents increases several times.

Infrastructure of the Center of Alanya

A large highway runs through the center, which allows you to quickly get to any settlement in the province of Antalya. The center is the center of business life in Alanya, where the main government bodies, the Tax Service, the Registry and Cadastre Department, banks, insurance companies, office centers and much more are located. Social infrastructure is represented by private medical clinics and large pharmacies, chain supermarkets Metro (Metro), Kipa (Kipa) and shopping centers, a construction store Koçtaş (Kochtaş), a weekly farmers' market and a fish market. Local entertainment infrastructure – amusement parks and water parks, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Guests of the resort can sunbathe on the most picturesque sandy beaches of the resort, go rafting, diving, surfing, ride a yacht or a boat. Often, various celebrations and festivals are held here. Popular attractions are concentrated in the center of Alanya: Kyzyl Kule, Red Tower, Tersane shipyard, Damlatash cave.

Real estate prices in the central region of Alanya

The key advantage of real estate in the center of Alanya is the unprecedented return on investment. Housing here sells quickly, as the demand for properties from investors from EU countries never falls. In addition, there is demand from tenants for apartments in the center of the resort almost all year round. Rental income reaches about 12% per annum, which allows you to recoup your financial investments in just 8-9 years. Residential development is represented by both old buildings and new complexes. There are fewer and fewer free land plots, so the municipality has launched a housing renovation program: dilapidated buildings are demolished, and modern multi-apartment residential complexes are erected in their place. These are relatively small projects with a standard set of high-quality infrastructure – a swimming pool, a play area, parking, a barbecue. The cost of secondary properties on the market is about 100,000-180,000 €, depending on the location. Spacious penthouses suitable for obtaining citizenship in modern residential complexes cost around €500,000–600,000.

Advantages of the central region of Alanya

• High return on investment.
• A good choice for buyers who like to be in the center of city events.
• Beautiful well-maintained beaches.

Disadvantages of the central region of Alanya

• A noisy tourist area.
• Relatively high real estate prices.

Oba District

Oba occupies a large area and is considered one of the prestigious areas of Alanya. The name of the village is consonant with the flowing river Oba-Chay, which flows into the Mediterranean Sea here. The population is about 30,000 residents. Due to the popularity of the resort among citizens from Europe and other countries, the population increases annually. The distance to the center of Alanya is about 9 km. The neighboring areas are Konakli, Tosmur and Kestel.

Infrastructure of the Oba district

Oba has a full range of shopping infrastructure, including Migros and Carrefour supermarkets, a food market held every Monday. Residents can spend their free time at the cinema or the nearby (in Okurcalar) Water Planet Aqua Park. There is also the opportunity to play sports at the youth center and fitness studios. There is a stadium for football fans. The coastline in Oba is 4 km long. There are comfortable, clean and safe sandy and sandy-pebble beaches.

Property prices in Oba area

In Oba, the picturesque nature is perfectly combined with the constructed ultra-modern residential complexes. The popularity of this area among investors gives rise to competition among developers who try to outdo each other, creating original projects and new design solutions. Residential buildings, according to the characteristics of the area, do not exceed 5 floors. Therefore, all the houses perfectly match the natural landscape. Oba is divided into two parts: Lower Oba – by the coast and Upper Oba – at the foot of the mountains. By the sea there are hotels, main objects of urban and entertainment infrastructure, as well as apartments for recreation and profitable investments. Upper Oba is built up mainly with residential areas. There is a large selection of furnished apartments with good views and a large set of infrastructure. Oba is especially popular among Europeans. The cost of new real estate 2 + 1 is about 200,000 €. On the secondary market, you can buy apartments for a price of 100,000 €.

Advantages of Oba District

• Investment-attractive, prestigious, high-quality real estate.
• Good transport accessibility and urban infrastructure.
• An ecologically clean place.
• Well-maintained coastline with a gentle entrance into the water.

Disadvantages of the Oba area

• Relatively expensive housing.
• Dense urban development.
• Not as quiet as other residential areas of Alanya.

Demirtaş District

Demirtas is a luxurious area of Alanya with stunning mountainous terrain, a long coastline, a vast park area and new residential areas. After a significant increase in land prices in Turkey, urban development in Alanya began to expand along the coast. As a result, Demirtas has become a new center of attraction for far-sighted developers and investors. The distance from Demirtas to the city center is 25 km, to Gazipasa – 15 km. The nearest villages are Kargicak and Gazipasa.

Infrastructure of Demirtas district

Demirtas is a new district with all the infrastructure already in place. Social facilities are concentrated on the central street: pharmacies, ATMs, shops, cafes. Nearby is a market with a wide range of quality farm food products. Parks and picnic areas, outdoor sports grounds are laid out for residents. Demirtas has prestigious private primary and secondary schools, as well as a lyceum and a kindergarten. Local beaches are pebble and sandy, spacious, without a large crowd of tourists. The water in the sea is clean, entry into the water is convenient. Nearby cafes rent out umbrellas and sun loungers. Nearby is the picturesque Sapadere Canyon, through which a cool mountain river flows. There are rest areas for visitors, a pedestrian bridge and walking trails.

Real estate prices in Demirtas area

Demirtaş is still quite spacious, the buildings are not dense. A significant part of the area is occupied by private houses built 15-20 years ago. The cost of real estate is relatively low – from 90,000 €. There are not many offers yet, the main part is apartments from the developer. The main advantage of the local real estate market is the opportunity to buy housing by the sea.

Advantages of Demirtas district

• Gorgeous nature.
• There is practically no tourist flow.
• Relatively low price tag for apartments.
• Proximity to the international airport.
• Nice beaches.
• There is no noisy entertainment infrastructure.

Disadvantages of Demirtas district

• The city's infrastructure is only just developing.
• Quite a distance from the historical part of the resort.
• For shopping and entertainment you will have to go to other areas.

Kestel District

The first thing you feel in Kestel is space and peace. Indeed, everything in this area of Alanya pleases the eye – from the turquoise clear sea to orange groves, coniferous vegetation and the cool mountain river Dim-Chay. Geographically, Kestel is located 9 km from the center of Alanya. The area has common borders with Mahmutlar and Tosmur. In the north it adjoins the Taurus Range, and in the south it adjoins the sea. The distance to Antalya is 144 km, to Gazipaşa – 40 km.

Infrastructure of the Kestel district

There are few hotels in Kestel, which distinguishes it from other popular areas of Alanya. Even in summer, there is a calm atmosphere and there are no crowds of tourists on the beaches, and modern residential buildings are being built by the sea. Kestel's infrastructure began to develop relatively recently. But now there is a full range of amenities for life: shops, coffee shops, ATMs, pharmacies, clinics and other facilities. Every Wednesday, a bazaar is held in Kestel, where high-quality and inexpensive vegetables, fruits, spices, olive oil and many other goods are brought from farms. In just a few years, thanks to the budget allocated by the municipality, recreation areas, children's and sports grounds have been improved in Kestel, and a park has been opened right next to the embankment. The area is home to the international university Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat, where students from more than 40 countries receive education in prestigious faculties. There is also a branch of Akdeniz University, as well as a Russian kindergarten and the Classic-M school, where teaching is conducted according to the Russian program. The coastline in Kestel is about 2 km long. The beaches are sandy, well-maintained, and have a gentle entrance to the water. In some places you can find stone slabs and large boulders. Near the mouth of the Dim-Chai River, the water in the sea is always cool, which guarantees a pleasant rest even on the hottest days. The Dim-Chai River is considered to be the attraction of Kestel. There are cafes and fish restaurants on its banks, there is an embankment with playgrounds, gazebos, and benches. A little higher in the mountains, there are fish farms where you can buy and cook freshly caught trout right there. Another popular place among tourists is the picturesque Dim Cave, located near the river. It is considered one of the largest in Europe.

Real estate prices in Kestel area

Kestel is an elite area of Alanya, where low-rise construction is permitted. In just a few years, modern 5-6-storey modern complexes with full amenities have been built on its territory. Housing prices are higher than in most other resort villages, which is why its main buyers are wealthier Europeans. The cost of 1+1 apartments is from €140,000. The closer to the sea, the more expensive it will be to buy housing.

Advantages of the Kestel district

• Large selection of real estate for sale.
• There is always enough space on the beaches.
• Low-rise development.
• Amazing nature.

Disadvantages of the Kestel area

• Some parts of the coastline have slippery rocks and slabs.
• The beaches are quite noisy as there is a motorway nearby.

Tosmur region

Tosmur is another wonderful resort in Alanya, which harmoniously combines beautiful nature, amenities and a calm atmosphere. The center of Alanya is only 5 km away. Good transport links allow you to quickly get not only to the historical part of the city, but also to any other area. Neighboring with Kestel and Oba. The area is suitable for buyers who are looking for both relocation and profitable investments.

Infrastructure of the Tosmur region

The Dim-Chai River flows on the border between Tosmur and Kestel, contributing to the formation of a cooler microclimate here. All the infrastructure for recreation is located on its banks. The river is a stone's throw from the Dim cave, a mountain gorge and a reservoir. Tosmur has good sandy and pebble beaches, there are no crowds of vacationers. The city infrastructure includes shops, bars, catering establishments, souvenir shops, a bazaar and much more. As for entertainment, the famous Troy water park in Alanya is located here.

Real estate prices in Tosmur area

The housing market of Tosmur offers options from developers and among the secondary market. In modern complexes, amenities are on the level of five-star hotels. Most apartments are spacious, with a well-thought-out layout and good views. 2+1 apartments in Tosmur cost about €130,000–160,000. The properties are sold with finishing, located near the beaches.

Advantages of the Tosmur region

• Gorgeous nature and good amenities.
• Relatively affordable real estate prices.

Disadvantages of the Tosmur region

• Growing popularity among holidaymakers.
• Coastline next to the highway.

Deniz Property Employee and Client Survey

The specialists of the licensed company Deniz Property decided to conduct their own survey among employees and clients who have already purchased real estate and live in Alanya. Based on the data we received, we compiled our own rating of the most popular areas for recreation, life and investment. We will be happy to share the results with you. All areas of Alanya were assessed according to several parameters:

1. Quality of rest.
2. Level of comfort for life.
3. Investment attractiveness of real estate.

Which area of Alanya is best for recreation?

Based on the survey results, we received the following data:

• 52% of the survey participants voted for the Center of Alanya as the best area for recreation. Since it is here that the main entertainment, best beaches and unique historical monuments are concentrated.
• 30% of respondents consider Avsallar to be the best place to spend their vacation. It has beautiful sandy beaches with amenities and high quality service.
• 18% of respondents prefer the Oba area. A big plus is a more peaceful atmosphere than in the central quarters of the resort, along with its proximity to all entertainment infrastructure.

Which area of Alanya is better to live in

The votes of the participants choosing the best area of Alanya to live in were distributed as follows:

• 30% consider Oba the most comfortable place to move to permanent residence. Along with a relatively calm atmosphere, it is a stone's throw from here to all social and commercial infrastructure.
• 29% preferred Mahmutlar, noting its complete amenities, relatively low cost of apartments, and large Russian-speaking community.
• 20% believe that Cikcilli today has excellent living conditions, and that in the area you can buy high-quality apartments in ultra-modern residential complexes.
• 21% of those who took part in the survey consider Tosmur to be a favorable place to live. A good microclimate, thanks to the Dim-Chai River, all the infrastructure, a large selection of real estate are the main advantages of Tosmur.

Which area of Alanya is best for buying real estate

List of the most attractive areas of Alanya, according to investors:

• Kargicak – 37% of participants voted for it. The resort has recently begun to be actively built up, so now you can buy property here relatively inexpensively.
• Both – 25% of the votes. The main arguments in favor of the area as one of the best for real estate investment are a large tourist flow, short payback periods, and easy sale.
• Mahmutlar – 20% of votes. Low prices for apartments, a wide choice of diverse housing, high liquidity indicators are the main advantages for investors.
• Avsallar – 18% of votes. Survey participants noted amenities, good beaches, guaranteed demand for buying and renting housing, regardless of the market situation.

In which area of Alanya is it better to rent an apartment?

Which area to choose to rent a house in Alanya depends on the goals – vacation or long-term residence. According to the survey results:

• 29% consider Oba to be the best area to rent apartments. Housing here is in demand all year round, as renters have access to all the infrastructure.
• 27% voted for Avsallar as the best resort for vacation rentals. Good beaches and developed tourist infrastructure are the main arguments of respondents.
• 25% voted for the Kestel district, as it is here that you can rent apartments in an ecologically clean area, close to all the benefits of civilization.
• 19% of respondents chose Mahmutlar, citing its well-developed infrastructure and comfortable living conditions, despite the dense development.

The best area of Alanya

Let's sum it up. According to the results of the voting, taking into account all the evaluation parameters, the best district of Alanya is Oba. This village is located close to the center, provided with all the necessary infrastructure for recreation and life. The cost of apartments and houses in Oba is constantly growing, which guarantees a quick payback, easy resale and renting. Of course, the choice of place to live in Alanya depends solely on your goals and preferences. Therefore, we recommend contacting the professionals of Deniz Property. We will promptly help you select and purchase high-quality real estate in Alanya, taking into account all your wishes and budget.