Babacan Lagoon Prices and Details 2026
Next to the TEM motorway, Gaziosmanpaşa, Istanbul
1 / 22Babacan Lagoon apartments start from $239,600 (two hundred thirty-nine thousand six hundred dollars) on the current price list; that figure is for a 73 m² 1+1, and the most expensive 3+1 on the list reaches $874,000 (eight hundred seventy-four thousand dollars). The project is being developed by Babacan Holding in Gaziosmanpaşa, right next to the TEM (E-80) motorway, on a 7,675 m² plot. Its 2 (two) blocks of 13 floors hold 251 (two hundred fifty-one) homes and 4 (four) shops, with layouts from 1+1 up to a 4+1 duplex and penthouses. Construction is ongoing, and current sources give 30 June 2028 as the delivery date. The payment plan is advertised as 50% (fifty percent) down and 36 (thirty-six) monthly installments. Older listings still show a starting price of $195,000 (one hundred ninety-five thousand dollars), so the current price should be confirmed with the sales office. Property Time Istanbul's office is at Skyland in Sarıyer; every legal step of the purchase is handled by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu.
What are the key facts about Babacan Lagoon?
Babacan Lagoon is a two-block residential project by Babacan Holding next to the TEM motorway in Gaziosmanpaşa. The details below are compiled from data published on sales platforms and real estate agency project pages; the neighbourhood and plot number are not given in any public source.
What amenities and features does Babacan Lagoon have?
What sets Babacan Lagoon apart is its landscaping, built around an artificial lagoon and water features inside the complex. Alongside that, pools, a gym and a spa are advertised, together with a smart home system in every apartment.
Source: Babacan Lagoon project pages on emlakplatform.com.tr (updated 01.09.2026), deal-tr.com and listingturkey.com, checked on 27 October 2026.
How much are apartments for sale in Babacan Lagoon?
On the current price list, Babacan Lagoon 1+1 apartments cost between $239,600 (two hundred thirty-nine thousand six hundred dollars) and $319,417 (three hundred nineteen thousand four hundred seventeen dollars), 2+1 apartments between $360,000 (three hundred sixty thousand dollars) and $486,000 (four hundred eighty-six thousand dollars), and 3+1 apartments between $487,500 (four hundred eighty-seven thousand five hundred dollars) and $874,000 (eight hundred seventy-four thousand dollars). The 248 m² 4+1 duplex is listed at $812,000 (eight hundred twelve thousand dollars); penthouse prices have not been published. According to the list, a 15% (fifteen percent) campaign discount is not reflected in these figures, and 1% (one percent) VAT is not included either. Some agency pages still show an older list dated 2025: $195,000 (one hundred ninety-five thousand dollars) for a 1+1, $300,000 (three hundred thousand dollars) for a 2+1, $450,000 (four hundred fifty thousand dollars) for a 3+1 and $720,000 (seven hundred twenty thousand dollars) for a 4+1. Which list applies should be confirmed with the sales office. The payment plan is advertised as 50% (fifty percent) down and 36 (thirty-six) monthly installments.
Source: mbany.com Babacan Lagoon project page (price update 05.05.2026, prices quoted directly in USD, excluding the 15% discount and 1% VAT); realting.com listing (updated 28.09.2026, from $239,600). Older list: from $195,000 on deal-tr.com (17.04.2025), nli.com.tr (27.05.2026) and listingturkey.com (26.09.2026). No live listings for this project were found on sahibinden, emlakjet or hepsiemlak. All sources checked on 27 October 2026. Exchange rate for other calculations: $1 = 49.6 TL (24 October 2026).
How does buying in Babacan Lagoon work?
As the project is under construction, sales are made with the developer through a promissory sale contract and a payment plan; the title is transferred according to the construction servitude or condominium status. Before signing, the building permit, construction servitude, delivery date, delay penalty and payment security clauses are checked in a contract review by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu, together with the title deed and encumbrance check.
How do foreigners buy property in Babacan Lagoon?
A foreign buyer first obtains a Turkish tax number and opens a Turkish bank account; then the title deed and encumbrance check, valuation report and contract are completed and the title is transferred. The land registry also confirms that the property can be sold to a foreigner. Every step is followed by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu, who works on property purchases by foreigners.
What needs to be done after the title transfer?
After the transfer, the electricity, water and gas subscriptions are opened in the new owner's name, the owner is registered with building management and a property tax return is filed with the municipality. If a citizenship application will be made, the payment documents and the title deed annotation are added to the file at this stage.
How much are apartments for rent in Babacan Lagoon?
Babacan Lagoon is still under construction, so there are no apartments for rent in the project and no in-project rental data. To give a sense of the market, we have listed current rental listings in gated complexes near the TEM corridor in Gaziosmanpaşa below. These are ready-to-move-in apartments in projects of a different segment; rents at Babacan Lagoon after delivery may differ.
Source: emlakjet.com rental apartment listings in Gaziosmanpaşa (from agencies), checked on 27 October 2026. Monthly rents were listed as 50,000 TL, 59,000 TL and 55,000 TL; exchange rate $1 = 49.6 TL (24 October 2026). The listings do not state whether the area is gross or net.
What is the rental yield at Babacan Lagoon?
The rental yield at Babacan Lagoon cannot be calculated, because no apartment type in the project has both a sale and a rental listing. One sales platform mentions an annual yield of 6% (six percent), but the basis for the figure is not given and it is not a guarantee. Comparing the district rents above with Babacan Lagoon's sale prices would not give a reliable yield estimate because of the difference in product and segment.
Can units in Babacan Lagoon be rented short term?
Under the rules in force since 2024, short-term rental requires a permit from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the unanimous consent of the other owners in a condominium building. In projects with many units this consent is hard to obtain in practice, so investment returns should be calculated on long-term rent.
What are the service charges and buying costs at Babacan Lagoon?
Service charges at Babacan Lagoon are set by building management according to the apartment's size and the compound's services. We obtain the current service charge for the apartment you are considering in writing from management and share it before purchase. The main buying costs on top of the price are:
By law, buyer and seller pay 2% each; the parties may agree otherwise.
A fixed fee charged for the title deed transaction.
Compulsory earthquake insurance taken out before the transfer.
Licensed valuation; compulsory for purchases by foreigners.
Present at the land registry for buyers who do not speak Turkish.
By Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu, from contract to title deed.
Fee rates may change with legislation; you can request the exact breakdown in writing before purchase. For new-build purchases, whether VAT is included in the price is also checked.
Can you get Turkish citizenship by buying in Babacan Lagoon?
A home or office worth at least $400,000 (four hundred thousand dollars) qualifies for Turkish citizenship by investment; the threshold can also be reached with more than one property.
On the current list, none of the 1+1 apartments at Babacan Lagoon meets the $400,000 threshold on its own. 2+1 prices run from $360,000 to $486,000, so only the upper band, meaning larger or better-placed units, goes above the threshold. The 3+1 apartments from $487,500, the $812,000 4+1 duplex and the penthouses all clear the threshold on their own. If the older price list were to apply, the 2+1 apartments ($300,000) would fall below the threshold, while the 3+1 apartments ($450,000) would be above it. Since the project is sold under construction servitude, the valuation report and title deed steps should be checked separately as part of the citizenship process.
- The value is determined by a licensed valuation report.
- A no-sale annotation of at least 3 (three) years is placed on the title deed.
- Payment is made in foreign currency and documented through a Turkish bank.
- The application file is prepared and followed by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu.
Legislation may change; current requirements are confirmed with the lawyer before applying.
What apartment types are available in Babacan Lagoon?
Babacan Lagoon has five apartment types, from a 73 m² 1+1 to a 326 m² penthouse. Most of the project is made up of 1+1, 2+1 and 3+1 apartments; duplexes and penthouses are limited in number.
From $239,600; suited to tenants and single occupants.
From $360,000; the upper band passes the $400,000 threshold.
From $487,500; for families, above the citizenship threshold.
$812,000; a large two-storey living space.
Price on request; top-floor apartments with large terraces.
How do you get to Babacan Lagoon?
The easiest way to reach Babacan Lagoon is via the TEM (E-80) motorway; the project sits right beside it, and the junction is about 2 minutes away. A bus stop is within walking distance, and according to sources the nearest metro station is about 5 minutes away.
How far is Babacan Lagoon from the airport?
Istanbul Airport is about 35 minutes away by car; sources give times between 25 and 40 minutes depending on traffic. Sabiha Gökçen Airport is on the Asian side, so the trip there takes much longer depending on traffic.
What is there around Babacan Lagoon?
Schools, a mosque, a hospital and shops are a few minutes from Babacan Lagoon. The on-site amenities and the main nearby points are:
Is Babacan Lagoon a good investment?
Babacan Lagoon is worth considering for buyers looking for a new apartment next to TEM with a wide range of on-site amenities; however, the delayed delivery date and the different price lists in circulation call for care before deciding.
- About 2 minutes to the TEM (E-80) motorway; quick links to both sides of the city
- On-site amenities such as an artificial lagoon, pools and a spa
- Wide choice of layouts from 1+1 to penthouse
- Payment plan with 50% down and 36 monthly installments
- The delivery date in listings has moved from March 2027 to 30 June 2028
- Sources show two different price lists; the current price must be confirmed
- No rental data for the project; the advertised 6% yield is not a guarantee
- Neighbourhood and plot details are not available in public sources
For off-plan projects, the contract, the developer's building permit and construction servitude status, delay clauses and payment safeguards should be reviewed by an independent lawyer before signing. This process is handled by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu.
What other projects are near Babacan Lagoon?
We have no other project in Gaziosmanpaşa in our portfolio. For those who want to compare amenities and prices on the European side, here are other projects we have reviewed:
Who should you buy Babacan Lagoon from?
Property Time Istanbul is a licensed Istanbul firm offering property and legal advice to foreign and local buyers, with its office in Skyland Istanbul, Sarıyer. We represent the buyer, not the developer: we show apartments on site, compare prices with current market listings and manage the process up to the title deed. All legal work, including the title deed check, contract, transfer and citizenship application, is handled in full by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu, registered with the Istanbul Bar Association (registration no. 66465).
Skyland İstanbul, Huzur Mah. Azerbaycan Cd. No:4 D:238, 34415 Sarıyer/İstanbul · info@propertytimeistanbul.com · About · Contact · Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu
Frequently asked questions about Babacan Lagoon
How much is the cheapest apartment at Babacan Lagoon?
On the current price list, the cheapest unit is a 73 m² 1+1 starting from $239,600. Some pages still show the older 2025 price of $195,000; confirm the valid price with the sales office.
Which district is Babacan Lagoon in?
The project is in Gaziosmanpaşa, right next to the TEM (E-80) motorway, on Akşemsettin Boulevard. The neighbourhood has not been published in public sources.
Who is building Babacan Lagoon?
The developer is Babacan Holding. Agency pages credit the architectural design to AAD Architects.
When will Babacan Lagoon be delivered?
Current sources give 30 June 2028 as the delivery date and state that about 30% of construction is complete. Older listings say March 2027; the binding date is the one in the contract.
How many apartments are there at Babacan Lagoon?
The project has 251 homes and 4 shops in 2 blocks of 13 floors. The land area is 7,675 m².
What apartment types does Babacan Lagoon offer?
There are 1+1 (73 – 90 m²), 2+1 (118 – 143 m²), 3+1 (143 – 190 m²), 4+1 duplex (248 m²) and 3+1 penthouse (297 – 326 m²) types.
Is there an installment plan at Babacan Lagoon?
Yes. Current sources advertise 50% down and 36 monthly installments. Some pages also mention 24- or 30-month plans; confirm the valid plan with the sales office.
Can you get citizenship with an apartment at Babacan Lagoon?
Apartments above the $400,000 threshold can be used for an application. On the current list, the 3+1s, the 4+1 duplex, the penthouses and the upper band of the 2+1s meet the threshold; the 1+1s do not.
Is VAT included in Babacan Lagoon prices?
No. Sources state that 1% VAT is not included in the price. The current list also notes that a 15% campaign discount is not reflected in the prices.
What rental yield can Babacan Lagoon deliver?
The project is under construction, so there is no rental data and the yield cannot be calculated. The 6% figure on one sales platform is a projection with no stated basis and is not a guarantee.
How far is Babacan Lagoon from the airport?
Istanbul Airport is about 35 minutes away by car; according to sources, the time varies between 25 and 40 minutes depending on traffic.
What kind of title deed does Babacan Lagoon have?
The project is sold under construction servitude (kat irtifakı). After delivery it is converted to full condominium ownership; these steps should be checked by a lawyer before signing.
Who handles the legal process when buying at Babacan Lagoon?
For purchases through Property Time Istanbul, the title deed check, contract, title transfer and citizenship application are handled by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu, registered with the Istanbul Bar Association.
What are the buying costs at Babacan Lagoon?
The main costs are the 4% title deed fee (by law 2% each for buyer and seller), the land registry service fee, DASK insurance and, for foreigners, a valuation report and a sworn translator. Service charges are set by building management and confirmed in writing before purchase.
Can units in Babacan Lagoon be rented short term?
Short-term rental requires a permit from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the unanimous consent of the other unit owners; in projects with many units this consent is hard to obtain in practice.
Where do Babacan Lagoon prices come from?
Prices are compiled from the portal listings, estate agencies and developer price lists named under each table on this page; Turkish lira amounts are converted to US dollars at the 24 October 2026 rate ($1 ≈ 49.6 TRY). They are asking or list prices.