25.11.2025 01:05
The route for land investments in Turkey has changed: the slowing value increase in Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir has turned into record gains in Anatolian cities like Diyarbakır, Şırnak, Rize, and Ağrı; infrastructure and transportation projects are attracting investors to Anatolia.
While land prices in Turkey have increased by an average of over 35% in the last year, the rise has concentrated in unexpected cities.
HIGHEST RETURNS IN EASTERN AND SOUTHEASTERN ANATOLIA AND THE BLACK SEA
According to the 2025 analysis by the real estate data platform Endeksa, the provinces in Eastern and Southeastern Anatolia and the Black Sea provided the highest returns for investors. While metropolises like Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir experienced a loss in value against inflation, land prices in Anatolian cities reached record levels.
NEW INDUSTRIAL AREAS, LOGISTICS PROJECTS, AND INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS...
According to the report, although land values increased across Turkey, significant differences were observed between cities. The rate of increase in mega cities remained below inflation, while investors' interest shifted to Eastern and Black Sea provinces. New industrial areas, logistics projects, and infrastructure investments were the main factors driving demand in these regions.
TOP 10 PROVINCES WITH THE HIGHEST INCREASE IN LAND VALUE
According to Endeksa's data, the provinces where land prices increased the most in 2025 are as follows:
1. Diyarbakır – The highest increase in land values occurred here.
2. Şırnak – The increase in public investments pushed prices up.
3. Rize – Increased demand for coastal and plateau areas brought the city into the top three.
4. Ağrı – The development of new projects and residential areas supported the increase.
5. Bitlis – The intensity of housing and land investments created strong momentum.
6. Van – The growth in tourism and trade volume reflected in prices.
7. Ardahan – Land values in the city showed a regular increase.
8. Hakkari – Transportation projects and activity in the trade route increased prices.
9. Manisa – The expansion of industrial investments strengthened the land market.
10. Trabzon – The increasing tourism potential of the Black Sea raised values.