Many tourists flock every year to  the Kartal area in Istanbul, whose name has historically been associated with the fishing process, which has been the main activity of the population since ancient times, and this area has developed to witness a great demand for housing and investment in it by both Turks and foreigners alike, Skyline Real Estate will provide you with the most important information about this vital Asian area, starting from its history and location to its infrastructure and real estate investment in it.

An overview of the Kartal district of Istanbul

The location of the Kartal region, which dates back to the Byzantine period, was included in the Ottoman territories in the 15th century AD, while its inclusion within the city limits of Istanbul was during the era of the Ottoman Empire in 1888 AD, and the Kartal area was called an independent municipality in June 1928, according to Law No. (1282).

Kartal location in Istanbul

Kartal Municipality is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, directly on the coast of the Sea of Marmara and extends inland to its beautiful green hills, and the Princess Islands :directly opposite the Kartal area from the sea side, surrounded by

• Pendik
• Sultanbeyli
• Maltepe
• Sancaktepe.

The Kartal area in Istanbul is considered one of the vibrant areas in Istanbul, with a population of about 480.738 people, according to the latest statistics issued by the Department of Population in 2021, and the proportions of males and females are similar, with 49.33% males, and 50.67% females.

This area is characterized by a mild climate and pleasant breezes flowing from the Marmara Sea, which attracts many residents of this region with its beautiful parks located off its coast, and the proximity of the Kartal area to the Princess Islands (Adalar) also made it the focus of hundreds of tourists every year.

The waterfronts were not the only ones that distinguish this area, but there are also mountain facades worth mentioning, such as Aydos Hill, which is the highest point in Istanbul, in addition to that, Kartal also contains the Palace of Justice for Asian Istanbul, which is one of the two largest palaces of justice in Istanbul, and the other palace is in the Caglayan area, and among its most famous tourist sites as well:

• Surp Nışan Armenian Church
• Kartal Historical Bazaar
• Dragos Hill and its surroundings
• Kartal Mosque
• Yakacik Square
• City Park
• Aydos Forest
• Sonalık Street.

What are the advantages of living in Kartal area?

The Kartal area in Istanbul has turned  into a preferred destination for high-end real estate ownership in the beauty capital of Istanbul, due to its many features that were embodied in the quality of the real estate product in it, in addition to the climatic and aesthetic qualities that distinguish it, its charming view of the Marmara Sea, and its breathtaking views of the Marmara Sea, in addition to the integration of its services and the development of its infrastructure, as it is teeming with commercial centers and service facilities that cover all the daily needs of its residents.

A group of huge buildings with modern and exceptional designs receive you in the Kartal Istanbul neighborhood, specifically on the sea side of it, so when you visit this area, residential complexes decorated with the most beautiful designs are bound to attract your interest.

Infrastructure in Kartal Istanbul

Perhaps the most distinctive feature of the Kartal area in Istanbul is its advanced infrastructure and various service facilities, the most prominent of which we will mention to you:

1.     Transportation

Kartal has a strong connection with the rest of Istanbul, due to its connection to a highway network as well as various and fast public transportation.

The D100 highway divides  the  Kartal area into two parts, north and south, in addition to the coastal road and the Samandra road, which in turn connects the D100 road with  the E80 highway connecting to the July 15 Martyrs Bridge over the Bosphorus, and the area is also connected by a highway whose extension combines it with the Eurasia tunnel under the Bosphorus.

Public transport lines are the main lifeblood of Kartal, especially the subway lines, such as the Kadıköy-Tavşantepe metro line and the important Marmaray metro line.

In short, transportation in the Kartal district of Istanbul is one of the most important features of this region as it represents an interconnected transportation network of very high quality. 
 

2.     Schools & Universities

Kartal Istanbul has an educational structure that cannot be underestimated, and like all other areas of Istanbul, it contains many universities and public and private schools, in order to provide education for all academic levels in an integrated manner, and the most famous of these universities are:

• Marmara University Dragos Campus.
• İstanbul Gedik University.

3.     Hospitals & Health Centers

The Kartal area in Istanbul is teeming  with many government and private hospitals, and it also contains specialized medical centers that provide all kinds of treatment to patients, and the most famous of these hospitals are:

• YAKACIK Maternity and Pediatric Hospital.
• Megapol Hospital.
• Tuzla Devlet Hastanesi (Tuzla State Hospital).
• Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Şehir Hastanesi (Dr. Lutfi Kırdar Hospital).

4.     Entertainment venues

We mentioned above Kartal's breathtaking sea and mountain views, which made the area a destination for thousands of tourists every year, and this area also contains many tourist attractions such as Marina Dragos Yelken Ihtisas Kulubu, and Aydos Forest Lake.

Real estate investment and apartment prices in Kartal region

Real estate investment in the Kartal area of Istanbul is  one of the most profitable investments, considering that the area is one of the most vital areas of Istanbul and has attracted many investments to it in recent years, estimated at about $ 6 billion in some construction companies.

Real estate projects also increased after the metro project and the investments of the Palace of Justice, which turned the area into a destination for Turkish and foreign investors, and real estate prices in this area have risen to compete with the European side of Istanbul.

36 real estate projects are currently being completed in the region to create about 10,000 apartments due to the increasing demand in them, but there is also an aspect of these projects called urban transformation, which aims to transform and restore old-style apartments into new and modern designs.

Perhaps most of those who prefer to live in the Kartal area are businessmen and foreigners, as it is an area that suits the requirements of sophistication and luxury for its residents, and the area is close to the most important financial centers of Istanbul such as Ataşehir Financial Center.

Apartment prices in Kartal

Properties for sale in the Kartal area recorded a good increase in prices compared to previous years, as the average price per square meter in the Kartal area is about 26,000 Turkish liras, and it is very natural that the prices of apartments in such an area vary according to their location, view, and advanced services provided to its residents.

We reached the end of our article in which we talked about  the Kartal area in Istanbul and mentioned the most important information about the history of the region, its location, its advanced infrastructure, in addition to real estate investment in it, and for more details you can contact Skyline Real Estate.