The Real Costs of Owning a Home in Antalya Each Year

The purchase price is only the start. Before you commit, it helps to know what a home in Antalya will cost you every year, so there are no surprises after the keys are handed over. This guide covers the regular costs of ownership. For the one-off costs of buying, see our purchase cost calculator.

Annual property tax (emlak vergisi)

Property tax is charged by the municipality on the officially assessed value of the property, which is usually well below the market price. For homes, the base rate is 0.1% of that value, and it is doubled inside metropolitan municipalities such as Antalya, to 0.2%. It is normally paid in two instalments, in May and November, and can be paid online.

Building or complex fees (aidat)

If your home is in an apartment building or a gated complex (site), you pay a monthly fee towards shared costs: cleaning, gardening, lifts, common-area electricity, pool maintenance and security staff. The amount varies widely. A simple building without facilities costs little, while complexes with pools, gyms and 24-hour security cost considerably more. Ask for the current fee and the last year's accounts before buying.

Compulsory earthquake insurance (DASK)

Earthquake insurance is compulsory for residential buildings and must be renewed every year. The premium depends on the size of the home, the construction type and the risk zone. Optional home insurance for contents, water damage and theft is sold separately.

Utilities

• Electricity: the biggest bill in most homes, because air conditioning is used for cooling in summer and often for heating in winter.
• Water: billed by the municipality, and the bill also includes local environmental cleaning charges.
• Natural gas: available in many parts of the city, though not everywhere.
• Internet and TV: several providers, with fibre in many newer buildings.

Villa-specific costs

A detached villa gives you privacy and space, but you also carry costs that a complex would share: pool cleaning and chemicals, garden care, water for irrigation and, if needed, a pump or generator service. Budget for them before you choose. Our guide villa or apartment: how to choose compares the two.

If you rent the property out

Rental income must be declared, and many owners use a local accountant. Short-term holiday lets also need a permit. Read our guide to renting out your property.

If you hold a residence permit

Renewing a residence permit involves health insurance and official fees, so include them in your yearly budget. See our residence permit guide.

A simple way to plan

Add up the property tax, twelve months of aidat, DASK, average monthly utilities and any villa or rental costs, then add a margin for repairs. Ask the seller or the building manager for real bills from the last year: they are the most reliable guide.

Rules and fees in Türkiye change from time to time. This article reflects the situation as of September 2026 and is general information, not legal or tax advice. Confirm the details for your own case with a licensed lawyer or accountant.

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