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About the district
Tuzla is Istanbul’s easternmost Asian-side district, stretching along the Marmara coast past Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Historically a shipyard and industrial hub, Tuzla now hosts universities, modern residential compounds and strong suburban growth.
The district is easy to reach via Marmaray, with Sabiha Gökçen Airport close by.
Access and transport
Tuzla is linked by Marmaray and is only minutes from Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
City amenities
- Universities: Sabancı University, Işık University, Gedik University
- Industry: Historic Tuzla shipyards continue to anchor the economy
- Hospitals: Several private hospitals and clinics
- Shopping: Viaport Marina, Deepo Outlet, Papillon
- Green space: Tuzla coastal park and smaller district parks
Main neighborhoods
Tuzla combines coastal resort pockets with university and industrial corridors.
İçmeler
Coastal area with new residential projects and sea access.
Aydıntepe
Mid-market residential with Marmaray access.
Postane
Established coastal neighborhood with schools.
Mimar Sinan
University-adjacent residential area.
Şifa
Family-oriented pocket with older but affordable stock.
Real estate and investment
Tuzla is one of the more affordable Asian-side coastal districts: modern 2+1 units in newer compounds typically start around USD 1,500–2,500 per square meter, with coastal and marina-view projects commanding a premium. Villa stock in some pockets is well below central-Istanbul pricing.
Tuzla attracts buyers seeking a suburban lifestyle with good airport access, plus investors looking at longer-term appreciation driven by university enrollment and ongoing infrastructure.
New-build projects and resale listings in Tuzla
Live resale listings and projects currently on sale in Tuzla, as published on Istanbul Residence.
Resale listings near Tuzla
6 listingsWe have no resale listing in Tuzla right now; these are in neighbouring areas.
30,000,000 TRY
Furnished 2-Bedroom Full Sea-View Apartment for Sale in Eastmarina, Kartal
- Layout2+1
- Gross / net area222 / 172 m²
25,500,000 TRY
3-Bedroom Sea-View Apartment for Sale in Kartal Kordonboyu
- Layout3+1
- Gross / net area195 / 125 m²
335,000 USD
2+1 Garden Apartment in Kartal Seaside Project for Citizenship
- Rooms2+1
- Area220 sqm
203,000 USD
Sea View 1+1 Apartment for Sale in Kartal Suitable for Residence Permit
- Rooms1+1
- Gross Area98 sqm
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