Three years into owning an apartment in Antalya, here's what I tell friends who ask. The climate is genuinely life-changing—winter here means jeans and a jacket, not heavy coats and heating bills. Property taxes are minimal (around 0.1-0.2% annually), and there's no wealth tax on homes. Our monthly electricity runs €50-60 even with AC. The maintenance fee (€100-150) covers pools, gardens, and security. The residency permit process through property ownership is straightforward and renewable yearly. These practical benefits, combined with the relaxed coastal lifestyle, have made this one of our better financial and personal decisions.
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