Alanya is one of Turkey’s most popular regions for living and real estate investment. With its climate, coastline, social life, and accessibility, it attracts both local and international buyers. However, this high demand also leads to some serious and costly mistakes.

In this article, we explain the 7 most common mistakes when buying a home in Alanya, why they are risky, and how to avoid them.

1️⃣ Not Researching the Location Properly

Not every neighborhood in Alanya offers the same lifestyle. Being close to the sea is not always an advantage.

The mistake:
Making a decision based only on price or view.

The right approach:
Daily needs, transportation, noise levels, and winter population must be evaluated.

2️⃣ Ignoring Legal and Title Deed Details

One of the most critical mistakes, especially for foreign buyers.

The mistake:
Trusting verbal assurances like “everything is fine.”

Risks include:
• Missing occupancy permit
• Shared title deeds
• Zoning or construction issues

The right approach:
All legal and municipal checks must be completed before purchase.

3️⃣ Miscalculating the Real Budget

The purchase price is not the only cost.

Often forgotten:
• Title deed taxes
• Fees
• Maintenance costs
• Furniture and renovation

The right approach:
Calculate the total cost from the beginning.

4️⃣ Relying Only on Online Listings

Online ads can be outdated or misleading.

The mistake:
Buying without seeing the property or the area.

The right approach:
On-site visits or professional online presentations are essential.

5️⃣ Not Understanding Year-Round Living Conditions

Alanya changes significantly between summer and winter.

The mistake:
Deciding based only on summer conditions.

The right approach:
Consider 12-month lifestyle suitability.

6️⃣ Being Attracted to Extremely Low Prices

Very cheap listings often hide problems.

Possible reasons:
• Legal issues
• Poor location
• Low construction quality

The right approach:
Professional price-performance analysis.

7️⃣ Not Working with the Right Guide

The biggest mistake of all.

The mistake:
Trying to manage everything alone.

The right approach:
Work with a transparent, experienced, and locally knowledgeable professional.

FINAL MESSAGE

Living in Alanya is not just about buying a home.
It gains meaning with the right location, the right timing, and the right guide.

I’m Hasan Çiçek.
I don’t just sell homes — I explain life in Alanya.

Not more work. The right work.