2026 Property Tax Guide (Turkey)
Property tax rates, 2026 valuation changes, payment dates, exemptions and example calculations.
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What Is Property Tax?
Property tax is a yearly local tax on buildings, lots and agricultural land in Turkey, paid to the municipality.
2026 Rates
| Type | Standard | Metropolitan |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Commercial | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Building plot | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Agricultural | 0.1% | 0.2% |
Formula
Property Tax = Valuation × Rate
Istanbul home valued at 3,000,000 TL: 3,000,000 × 0.2% = 6,000 TL/year.
Payment Dates
- 1st installment: March 1 - May 31, 2026
- 2nd installment: November 1-30, 2026
Exemptions
Exempt for single home up to 200 m² if:
- Retiree with no other income
- Unemployed
- Disabled
- Families of martyrs, veterans
2026 Valuation Update
Valuations are reset every 4 years. For 2026 they increased 30-50%, raising the tax bill significantly.
Buying a Home?
Include 4% title deed fee and annual property tax in your cost plan. Use our loan calculator to model total costs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the property tax rates?
Residential 0.1%; commercial 0.2%; land plot 0.3%; agricultural land 0.1%. Rates double in metropolitan municipalities.
When is property tax paid?
Two installments: first in March-May, second by end of November.
Are there exemptions?
Retirees, unemployed, disabled, families of martyrs, veterans and those with no income are exempt for a single home up to 200 m².
What is 'rayic bedel' (valuation)?
Municipalities set property tax valuations every 4 years. For 2026 they increased 30-50% depending on location.