Investing in Oba: rental demand, yields and risks (2026)

Oba offers steady, established rental demand but a crowded stock of comparable units. Here is what the sourced numbers say, and where they stop.

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✔ Sourced & reviewed · updated 20 Sep 2026 · data to 31 Aug 2026
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Price level

TRY 64,054/m²

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Price trend

+14.5% YoY asking (S1)

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Long-term gross yield

≈4–6% Alanya-wide by bedroom count (S6)

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Short-term rental

Alanya-wide: ~19% occupancy, TRY 265k avg/yr (May 2026, S7)

Summary

The short version

Alanya Realty's late-August 2026 data puts Oba's average asking price at TRY 64,054/m² (+14.5% year on year), against TRY 60,673/m² for Alanya (S1).

No source publishes a rental yield for Oba specifically. The only sourced yields are Alanya-wide gross long-term figures: about 6.06% for 1-bed, 5.0% for 2-bed, 4.06% for 3-bed and 4.67% for 4+ bed (S6). Some brokers advertise much higher figures (for example 8–10% in Mahmutlar and Oba, S8), which we treat as unverified.

Best suited to steady, long-term rental strategies.
Weighing it up

What drives demand here

Working in Oba's favour

  • Year-round residential demand from long-term residents (S1, L1)
  • Proximity to Alanya Center, so holiday tenants also consider it
  • Newer 2+1 and 3+1 family apartments, which Alanya Realty flags as its strongest segment (S1)

Worth factoring in

  • A large existing rental stock means competition from already furnished units
  • Older complexes near the center may need more upkeep
  • Asking-price growth is moderate (+14.5%), so returns lean on income, not fast appreciation
The arithmetic

What a gross yield could look like

Illustrative unitAsking price at district averageGross yield assumedImplied gross rent
1+1 (about 56 m²)TRY 3,587,024 (≈ €64,050)6.06%TRY 217,374 / yr · ≈ TRY 18,114 / month
2+1 (about 70 m²)TRY 4,483,780 (≈ €80,070)5.0%TRY 224,189 / yr · ≈ TRY 18,682 / month

Illustrative arithmetic only: unit sizes are typical listing sizes (L1); yields are Alanya-wide gross long-term averages by bedroom count (S6), not district data; price = size × district average asking price (S1). Gross means before maintenance fees, property tax, insurance, vacancy, agent fees and income tax. Not a forecast.

FAQ

Investing in Oba: frequently asked questions

What rental yield can I expect in Oba?

No district-level yield is published. Alanya-wide gross long-term yields are about 6.06% for 1-bed, 5.00% for 2-bed, 4.06% for 3-bed and 4.67% for 4+ bed (S6). One broker claims 8–10% for Mahmutlar and Oba (S8); we treat it as unverified.

Is Oba better for long-term or short-term rental?

Long-term. The stable year-round resident base suits it, whereas Alanya-wide short-term rental data is weak (S7).

How does Oba's yield compare with Mahmutlar's?

No source separates them. Oba's higher purchase price per m² (TRY 64,054 vs 57,446, S1) means the same rent gives a lower yield on cost.

Is buying in Oba a hedge against lira inflation?

Nominal Alanya prices rose 19.3% in the year to late August 2026, while national housing prices fell about 5.1% in real terms (S1). Property has kept up with the lira in nominal terms, but real returns are not guaranteed.

What are property prices in Oba?

Alanya Realty's late-August 2026 data puts Oba's average asking price at TRY 64,054/m² (+14.5% year on year), against TRY 60,673/m² for Alanya (S1).

How is gross rental yield calculated?

Gross yield = annual rent ÷ purchase price × 100. For example, TRY 200,000 of annual rent on a TRY 4,000,000 apartment is a 5% gross yield. Net yield deducts running costs, taxes and vacancy, so it is always lower.

Which costs reduce net yield in Turkey?

Monthly building maintenance fees, annual property tax (emlak vergisi), mandatory DASK earthquake insurance, agent or management fees, periods without a tenant, repairs and furnishing, and income tax on rent where applicable. See the property-taxes and cost-of-buying guides and ask a licensed accountant about your situation.

How risky is short-term rental in Alanya right now?

A May 2026 snapshot of Alanya's short-term market found an estimated average of TRY 265,000 per year at about 19% occupancy across 818 active listings (down 54% year on year); top performers reached about TRY 836,000 and the bottom about TRY 57,000 (S7). Results vary hugely by property and management.

How do I check real rents in Oba before buying?

Collect current rental listings for the same building or similar complexes, ask two or three local agents for recent lettings, and ask the seller for tenancy history. Yields quoted in marketing are usually gross and optimistic; use your own numbers.

Should I invest in Oba or in Kestel?

They suit different strategies. See the Oba and Kestel hub pages for prices and character, and compare like-for-like buildings. Price per m² alone does not decide the better yield or exit.

Can foreigners buy to let in Alanya?

Yes, under Turkey's general rules for foreign buyers; foreign buyers accounted for about 26.3% of Alanya's 2025 residential sales (S1). Rental income is generally taxable, so check your obligations with a licensed adviser.

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Sources and methodology

Data as of 31 Aug 2026 unless stated; page reviewed 20 Sep 2026. Asking-price figures are advertised prices, not completed-sale prices, and district averages mix very different buildings. Euro figures use roughly TRY 56 per euro (approximate, early September 2026) and are indicative only. Where no sourced figure exists we say so instead of estimating. This page is general information, not financial, legal or tax advice.

  • S1 — Alanya Realty — Alanya Property Market Q3 2026: Seller Report (published 1 Sep 2026; data to 31 Aug 2026). Asking-price indicators, not completed-sale prices. source
  • S2 — Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (official) — distance table to Alanya-area destinations. source
  • S3 — Virto Property — Turkey Property Prices 2026, regional breakdown (broker survey; price ranges, not an index). source
  • S5 — Antalya Transfer — Antalya to Alanya transfer guide 2026 (approximate driving distances from Antalya Airport). source
  • S6 — Global Property Guide — Turkey rental yield survey (Alanya gross yields by bedroom count).
  • S7 — bnbcalc.com — Alanya short-term-rental market page (May 2026 snapshot).
  • S8 — ForSaleInTurkey — Property for sale in Alanya, 2026 buying guide (broker claims; treated as unverified). source
  • L1 — Developer/portal listing descriptions used for local amenities and approximate distances (Terra Real Estate, A Place in the Sun, PrimeLocation). Marketing copy: treated as indicative and cross-checked where possible. source

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Investing in Oba: purpose before property

Choose a strategy

Practical access and family-sized homes can be appealing, subject to the building and street rather than the district name. Personal use, long-term rent, seasonal use and resale require different criteria. Define holding period, budget and risk.

Model the net outcome

Check dated comparable rents, vacancy, management, building fees, repairs, insurance, taxes and transaction costs. Gross yields and past asking-price changes do not guarantee returns.

Inspect the actual asset

Family layouts and newer residences sit alongside older stock; usable area, parking and fees differ. Micro-location, documents, construction and competing supply affect rent and resale. Compare two or three similar options under a cautious case.

Important legal note on short-term rentals

Under Türkiye’s Law No. 7464 and related rules, renting a residence under a single contract for 100 days or less falls within tourism-purpose rental rules and requires a Turizm Amaçlı Kiralama İzin Belgesi before the contract is made. Additional conditions and exceptions may apply depending on the building and property type. Listings must also display the permit and property information required by the rules. Before buying or advertising a property for short-term rental, verify the specific property and current requirements with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism or the relevant Provincial Directorate. This is general information, not legal advice.

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