29.09.2025 10:22
As rental prices in Istanbul have significantly increased recently, citizens are struggling to find apartments that match their income. The images of a house in Gaziosmanpaşa, which is being rented for 30,000 TL, have outraged many. It is hard to miss that the dilapidated house is filled with dampness and cracks, and numerous users who shared the images commented, "It's not a house, it's literally a ruin."
As rental prices in Istanbul have rapidly increased in recent months, it has become nearly impossible for low-income citizens to find apartments that fit their budgets. Especially in central districts and areas close to transportation networks, rents have skyrocketed to astronomical levels, while the condition of the houses available for rent often falls far below expectations. Recently, images of an apartment listed for a rental price of 30,000 TL in Gaziosmanpaşa became a hot topic on social media.
THEY ARE ASKING 30,000 TL FOR A HOUSE TURNED INTO A RUIN
The listing on a real estate website in Gaziosmanpaşa shocked those who saw it. The photos in the listing showed that the apartment's walls were damp, the plaster was peeling, and there were deep cracks. The darkening on the ceilings due to moisture was noticeable, and it was clear that the bathroom and kitchen were extremely neglected.
EVERYONE IS ASKING THE SAME QUESTION
Despite all these negative conditions, the determination of the apartment's monthly rent at 30,000 TL raised the question, "How can the value of this house be so high?" The photos shared on social media were met with reactions from thousands of users.
"NOT A HOUSE, IT'S A RUIN"
With the spread of the images of the house, numerous criticisms came from citizens. Users commented, "It is inhumane to ask for this much money for a place that does not provide a living space," "Not a house, it's a ruin," "Due to high rents, people will end up on the streets." It is frequently mentioned that low-income families are forced to move to neighborhoods far from the city center due to high rental prices, and some families have to live with relatives because they cannot find a house.