Districts
Başakşehir, Istanbul: a district guide for foreign buyers (2026)
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Written by: ALTEX Realty team
Short answer: Başakşehir is a residential district on the European side of Istanbul, north-west of the historic centre. The M3 metro line runs through it and connects at Kayaşehir Merkez with the M11 line to Istanbul Airport. The projects currently listed on investaltex.com in the district (as of 31 October 2026) range from 1+1 apartments to 6+1 family homes.
Who this applies to: foreign buyers comparing districts in Istanbul · As of: 31 October 2026
Başakşehir at a glance
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Side of the city | European side, north-west of the historic centre | General geography |
| Areas within the district | Includes Bahçeşehir and Kayaşehir | General geography |
| Metro | M3 Bakırköy–Kayaşehir | Metro İstanbul |
| M3 stations in the district | Başak Konutları, Başakşehir-Metrokent, Onurkent, Şehir Hastanesi, Toplu Konutlar, Kayaşehir Merkez | Metro İstanbul |
| Airport link | Change at Kayaşehir Merkez to M11 (Gayrettepe–İstanbul Airport–Halkalı) | Metro İstanbul, İstanbul Airport |
| Projects currently listed | See the table below (as of 31 October 2026) | investaltex.com project list |
How is Başakşehir connected?
The M3 metro is the district’s main rail link. According to Metro İstanbul, M3 runs from Bakırköy Sahil to Kayaşehir Merkez and connects with these lines:
| M3 station | Transfer to |
|---|---|
| Kayaşehir Merkez | M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Airport–Halkalı |
| İkitelli Sanayi | M9 Ataköy–Olimpiyat |
| Mahmutbey | M7 Yıldız–Mahmutbey |
| Kirazlı-Bağcılar | M1B Yenikapı–Kirazlı |
| İncirli | M1A Yenikapı–Atatürk Airport (line name; for flights, use Istanbul Airport via M11), and Metrobüs |
| Özgürlük Meydanı | Marmaray (Halkalı–Gebze) |
Journey times depend on the route and the time of day, so we do not list them here. Use the operator’s journey planner for your own trip.
What should you know about daily life in Başakşehir?
One M3 station is named Şehir Hastanesi (City Hospital). If you are moving with children, ask for the schools nearest to the specific building and visit them before you decide. Ask the developer or the site management which shops, parks and services are already open around the building and which are still planned.
Which projects are listed in Başakşehir?
As of 31 October 2026, these projects in Başakşehir are currently listed on investaltex.com. The table shows the unit types listed for each project. Prices, sizes, delivery terms and availability change, so ask us for the current figures for a specific unit.
| Project | Unit types | Project page |
|---|---|---|
| Alya Bahçe | 3+1, 4+1, 5+1, 6+1 | Alya Bahçe |
| Avrasya Başakşehir Cadde | 1+1, 2+1, 3+1, 4+1 | Avrasya Başakşehir Cadde |
| Ebruli Kayaşehir | 2+1, 3+1, 4+1 | Ebruli Kayaşehir |
| Eston Şehir Koru | 4+1 | Eston Şehir Koru |
| Lotus Towers | 1+1, 2+1, 3+1 | Lotus Towers |
| Natura Farce | 2+1, 3+1 | Natura Farce |
| Yuvam Başakşehir Evleri | 2+1, 3+1 | Yuvam Başakşehir Evleri |
In Turkish listings, “2+1” means two bedrooms plus one living room.
We do not say whether any project or unit qualifies for citizenship. Each purchase is checked by the land registry and the authorities.
What should you check before buying in Başakşehir?
- The walk to the metro. Check the actual walking route from the building to the nearest M3 station, not the distance on a brochure.
- What is built and what is planned. Ask which parts of the project and its surroundings are finished and which are still planned.
- Building management. Ask who manages the site, what the monthly fee covers and how it has changed.
- Title and permits. Have your lawyer check the title deed record or, for an off-plan unit, the developer’s documents for that unit.
- Written confirmation for the unit. Ask for availability, price and delivery terms for the exact unit in writing; this page does not state them.
- Citizenship, if it matters to you. Read the USD 400,000 condition and how citizenship by property works. A seller’s or agent’s statement is not confirmation.
For the general steps of a purchase, see How to buy an apartment in Istanbul as a foreigner.
Frequently asked questions
Is Başakşehir on the European or Asian side of Istanbul?
Başakşehir is on the European side of Istanbul, north-west of the historic centre. It includes the Bahçeşehir and Kayaşehir areas.
Is there a metro in Başakşehir?
Yes. The M3 Bakırköy–Kayaşehir line runs through the district. Its stations there include Başak Konutları, Başakşehir-Metrokent, Onurkent, Şehir Hastanesi, Toplu Konutlar and Kayaşehir Merkez, according to Metro İstanbul.
Can I get from Başakşehir to Istanbul Airport by metro?
Yes, with one change. Metro İstanbul lists a transfer at Kayaşehir Merkez between the M3 line and the M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Airport–Halkalı line. Check the operator's service notices before you travel.
Which projects are listed on investaltex.com in Başakşehir?
As of 31 October 2026, the projects currently listed in Başakşehir are Alya Bahçe, Avrasya Başakşehir Cadde, Ebruli Kayaşehir, Eston Şehir Koru, Lotus Towers, Natura Farce and Yuvam Başakşehir Evleri, with unit types from 1+1 to 6+1. Ask us for current availability and prices for a specific unit.
Can foreigners buy property in Başakşehir?
Foreign buyers can buy in Istanbul within the limits set by law, including a cap on foreign ownership per district. Your lawyer can confirm at the Land Registry whether a specific property can be sold to you.
General information only — please confirm with your own lawyer before deciding.
Sources
- Metro İstanbul: M3 Bakırköy–Kayaşehir line: stations and transfers (accessed )
- İstanbul Airport (İGA): Public Transportation (accessed )
- Invest in Türkiye (Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Investment Office): Acquiring Property and Citizenship (accessed )
