Side is a popular Turkish resort in Antalya Province, particularly well suited to holidays with children. Its coast has sandy beaches with gentle entry into the sea. Numerous five-star all-inclusive hotels offer impressive architecture, service and extensive facilities. Side’s hotels are especially popular with German visitors. Many international buyers, however, prefer to buy property in Side so they can holiday in their own apartment in Turkey.
Side lies almost halfway between Antalya and Alanya, giving visitors a choice of airports. Nearby Manavgat is an attractive town set along a river.
Side itself is small, and its low-rise buildings create a provincial charm. The compact resort centre has a cobbled street lined with shops leading down to the seafront and a small harbour, where traditional wooden gulets take visitors on boat trips. During peak season, Side is hot and busy.
Side’s history dates back to antiquity, as the surrounding ruins show. One of its main attractions is the Temple of Apollo, whose white columns against the sea have become the resort’s signature image. International open-air music festivals are held here each year. The ancient town’s large, well-preserved theatre is also impressive.
The pomegranate is Side’s symbol, representing the fertility and richness of the land. Its natural surroundings offer vivid colours, orchards, pine forests and a mild climate. The scenic Oymapinar Reservoir is only a 30-minute drive away and is a starting point for Green Canyon excursions. Nature lovers will enjoy the dramatic scenery. The beautiful Manavgat and Gundogmus waterfalls are also nearby.
As new properties in Side are built, the resort’s amenities continue to develop. There is a shopping centre, restaurants, supermarkets and pharmacies. Homes in Side are especially suited to buyers who prefer a quiet, unhurried lifestyle.
The resort stands on flat ground, and hotels occupy the beachfront, so sea-view apartments are very difficult to find. However, villas within walking distance of the beach are available, which is unusual on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast.
Homes in Side are particularly popular with discerning European buyers, so construction standards are high and residential complexes are modern and well maintained. An outdoor swimming pool and garden are usually provided. Apartment prices in Side are relatively high: a two-bedroom apartment starts at around 90,000-100,000 euros. A villa in Side costs around 180,000-200,000 euros.
How to buy property in Side
If you are interested in buying an apartment or choosing a villa in Side, contact Ataberk Real Estate. We will be happy to help you find your long-awaited home in Turkey.
