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Monthly apartment and housing fees in Türkiye have increased sharply over the past three years, rising by an average of 367% between January 2022 and 2025, according to a new nationwide report by Apsiyon, a leading property management platform.
The 2025 report, titled "Housing Fees and Management in Collective Living Spaces," analyzes more than 22,000 buildings and over 1.5 million residential units, pointing to increasing financial pressure on residents, particularly in larger cities and coastal provinces where operational costs, inflation, and energy prices are driving fees higher.
The southwestern province of Mugla recorded the highest average monthly dues in 2025 at ₺8,710 ($204.58). It was followed by Istanbul at ₺6,629, Ankara at ₺5,049, and Izmir at ₺4,919. At the other end, the lowest average monthly dues were found in Usak (₺1,061), Hatay (₺1,246), Ordu (₺1,287), Aksaray (₺1,306), and Mersin (₺1,455).
The report shows that districts in Istanbul such as Besiktas, Sariyer, and Sisli now record monthly apartment dues exceeding ₺10,000. These levels, Apsiyon said, place added strain on middle-income households.
Apsiyon CEO Kudret Turk noted that the gap in housing fees between cities highlights a growing economic divide. He said the difference between Mugla and Usak, where dues are nearly seven times lower, is among the clearest indicators of this widening gap.
Turk added that many households in metropolitan areas are reassessing their living options due to the pressure of rising fees, which may also affect internal migration patterns in the country.
According to the report, more than 117,000 households relocated within Istanbul in the first half of 2025 alone, with most citing housing-related reasons, reflecting efforts to find more affordable living conditions.
Ozan Ozen, Director of Apsiyon Akademi, explained that the fee hikes stem from multiple drivers. Rising labor costs, cleaning and maintenance expenses tied to inflation, and exchange rate volatility are all contributing factors. Ozen added that these increases have significantly raised operating expenses, particularly in buildings with pools and other shared facilities. Compliance with professional property management standards and occupational safety regulations has also raised total costs for residents.
To curb further increases, Apsiyon recommends more transparent and realistic budgeting by property managers, the avoidance of unnecessary luxury upgrades, and the implementation of energy efficiency projects. The report also calls for greater participation by homeowners in decision-making processes, especially through general assemblies.
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