Istanbul Area Guide

Kartal Istanbul

A complete guide to Kartal: a growing Asian-side seaside corridor between Maltepe and Pendik, with modern residences, marina and strong metro access.

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About the district

Kartal sits on the southern Asian shore of Istanbul, framed by Maltepe to the west and Pendik to the east. The district has seen significant redevelopment with modern mid- and high-rise residential projects along the coast, anchored by the Kartal Marina and the long Marmara seafront park.

Kartal is served by the M4 metro and Marmaray, making it one of the most commutable Asian-side coastal districts.

Access and transport

Kartal offers strong rail and highway connectivity in both Asian-side directions.

🚇 Metro M4Kartal station on the Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen line
🚆 MarmarayMarmaray Kartal station links Asian coast to European side
⚓ MarinaKartal Marina with yacht and ferry access
🛣️ HighwaysDirect access to D-100 and E-5
🚍 BusesDense routes to Pendik, Maltepe and Sabiha Gökçen Airport

City amenities

  • Shopping: Anatolium Marmara, Pendorya nearby and Kartal center retail
  • Hospitals: Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Hospital and private hospitals
  • Green space: Kartal coastal park stretching along the Marmara
  • Schools: Multiple public and private schools across Kartal
  • Transport: Sabiha Gökçen Airport reachable in ~20 minutes

Main neighborhoods

Kartal’s coastal corridor concentrates the newest mixed-use projects, while inland neighborhoods remain affordable.

Kordonboyu

The main seaside corridor with new residential towers and Marmara views.

Yakacık

A traditional inland neighborhood with newer residential projects and good metro access.

Soğanlık

Transit-oriented pocket near Marmaray with new mid-rise stock.

Cevizli

Established residential sector close to the coast and schools.

Topselvi

Edge district with newer family-oriented complexes.

Real estate and investment

Kartal is notably more affordable than inner Asian-side districts, with modern 2+1 units in Kordonboyu typically ranging USD 2,000–3,500 per square meter and view-oriented new towers commanding a premium. Inland neighborhoods such as Yakacık and Soğanlık offer entry-level pricing with strong transit access.

Investor demand focuses on new metro-adjacent projects with rental upside, while families target the coastal corridor near schools and the long seaside park.

New-build projects and resale listings in Kartal

Live resale listings and projects currently on sale in Kartal, as published on Istanbul Residence.

New-build projects in Kartal

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