Riva Country Prices and Details 2026
Riva, Beykoz, Istanbul
1 / 5Riva Country prices start from $560,000 (five hundred sixty thousand dollars) for a 3+1 villa and from $2,800,000 (two million eight hundred thousand dollars) for the 6+2 mansion, according to developer starting prices published on listing sites; these figures are undated and were cited in a June 2025 article, and no current price list is public as of October 2026. Developed by Kalyon GYO of Kalyon Holding and built by Kalyon İnşaat, the project is planned as 1,300 villas on about 230,000 m² next to Riva Kidstown in Riva, Beykoz, and went on sale in March 2024 with a first stage of 132 villas. A listing site shows delivery as December 2025, but completion could not be confirmed. It is about 35 – 40 minutes by car from Maslak – Levent and about one hour from the airports. All published starting prices are above the $400,000 citizenship threshold. Property Time Istanbul's office is in Skyland, Sarıyer, and every legal step of the purchase is handled by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu.
What are the key facts about Riva Country?
Riva Country is a low-density villa project of detached and twin villas developed by the Kalyon group in Riva, Beykoz. It is planned as 1,300 villas, and the first stage of 132 villas went on sale in March 2024.
Are Riva Country and ION Kalyon Riva the same project?
Some sources also refer to the project as "ION Kalyon Riva". Mehmet Kalyoncu, founder of Kalyon, is known to be running an 84-hectare masterplan in Riva under the Ion brand; however, it could not be confirmed whether Riva Country is part of that plan. Before purchase, the project name, phase and parcel should be checked in the contract and land registry records.
On sale since March 2024; listed as 130 villas in the MEP design.
On about 230,000 m² of land, in 5 villa models.
969 homes in the first phase, first residents in 2027; link to Riva Country not confirmed.
What are the technical specifications of Riva Country villas?
Developer materials list smart-home infrastructure, underfloor heating and high ceilings, with private garden use and a private pool for the villas. Compliance with building inspection, soil survey, earthquake and insulation regulations is stated. The MEP systems of the 130 first-stage villas were modelled in BIM by Alle Proje; interiors were designed by Kreatif Architects in 2023 – 2024, and the sales office and villa types by Toros and Partners in 2025.
Sources: Emlak Nabzı (June 2025), Güncel Proje Bilgileri, Alle Proje, Kreatif Architects and Toros and Partners project pages. Villa sizes, the architect of record, title deed type (construction servitude or condominium), service charges and the earthquake performance report are not public; the official website could not be accessed.
How much are villas for sale in Riva Country?
There is no current public price list for Riva Country. Listing sites publish developer starting prices of $560,000 for a 3+1 villa and $2,800,000 for the 6+2 mansion; these figures are undated and were cited in a June 2025 article. Prices for the 4+1, 5+1 and 6+1 villas are not published; we share October 2026 prices on request.
Source: developer starting prices published on Güncel Proje Bilgileri and Emlak Nabzı (undated; cited in a June 2025 article). The prices were published in US dollars and date from before 2026. No sale listings for the project were found on Emlakjet, Hepsiemlak or Trovit; whether VAT is included is not stated.
When did Riva Country go on sale?
Riva Country went on sale in March 2024 with a first stage of 132 villas; launch prices were not announced. As the current sales and delivery status of the first stage could not be verified, information from the sales office should be confirmed in writing.
How does buying in Riva Country 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.
What is the payment plan at Riva Country?
According to June 2025 promotional material, customised plans are offered with bank loans, interim payments and in-house instalments; the down payment and term are not published. Delivery date, delay penalty and payment security clauses should go through a contract review before signing.
How do foreigners buy property in Riva Country?
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 villas for rent in Riva Country?
As of October 2026, no published rental listings were found for Riva Country, so we do not publish a rent range. Once deliveries start, we share current rents on request.
What is the rental yield in Riva Country?
With no current listing data on either the sale or the rental side, the rental yield at Riva Country cannot be calculated reliably yet. Investment returns should be based on the rental listings that appear after delivery.
Can units in Riva Country 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 Riva Country?
Service charges at Riva Country 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 Riva Country?
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.
Based on the published developer starting prices, even the smallest type at Riva Country, the 3+1 villa, is above the threshold at $560,000, so every villa type can meet the citizenship threshold on its own. As the prices are undated, the current value is confirmed by a licensed valuation report.
- 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 villa types are there in Riva Country?
Riva Country offers 5 villa models from 3+1 to the 6+2 mansion, in detached and twin layouts. The sizes of the models have not been published; the interior designer's material mentions a villa type called D1.
The entry type; developer price from $560,000.
Price and size not published.
Price and size not published.
Price and size not published.
The largest model; developer price from $2,800,000.
Smart home, underfloor heating and high ceilings are stated.
Sources: Emlak Nabzı, Güncel Proje Bilgileri and Kreatif Architects. The floor plan and size of the villa you choose are obtained in writing from the sales office.
How do you get to Riva Country?
Riva Country is reached by car. The project is close to the Northern Marmara Motorway and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge connections; Maslak – Levent is about 35 – 40 minutes away, and Istanbul and Sabiha Gökçen airports about one hour.
What amenities does Riva Country offer?
Riva Country offers resort-style shared areas and estate services in a natural setting.
What is near Riva Country?
The project is right next to Riva Kidstown; Riva beach and Riva Castle are in the same area.
Is Riva Country a good investment?
Riva Country is a large, low-density villa project by Kalyon, one of Turkey's major contractors, and all published prices are above the citizenship threshold. However, as villa sizes, a current price list and the delivery status are not public, and no resale or rental market has formed yet, a purchase decision should rest on a detailed review of the contract and land registry records.
- Developer is the Kalyon group, one of Turkey's largest contractors
- Low-density estate of 1,300 villas on ~230,000 m² next to Riva Kidstown
- Resort-style facilities including EV charging and organic gardens
- All published starting prices are above the $400,000 threshold
- Villa sizes, full price list and delivery status cannot be verified
- No resale or rental listings; market pricing is untested
- Car-dependent: ~35 – 40 min to Maslak, ~1 hour to the airports
- Unclear branding (Riva Country / ION Kalyon Riva); confirm project and phase
For a project under construction, the building permit, construction servitude, delivery date and payment security are reviewed by Att. Egemen Yasin Şahalioğlu before signing.
Which other projects are near Riva Country?
Alternatives to Riva Country among villa projects in Riva and Beykoz and other projects on the Asian side:
Who should you buy Riva Country 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).
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Frequently asked questions about Riva Country
What are Riva Country prices?
Published developer starting prices are $560,000 for a 3+1 villa and $2,800,000 for the 6+2 mansion. These prices are undated (cited June 2025); current prices are shared on request.
Has Riva Country been delivered?
A listing site shows delivery as December 2025, but as of October 2026 completion could not be confirmed. The current status should be obtained in writing from the sales office before purchase.
Who is building Riva Country?
The project is developed by Kalyon GYO, part of Kalyon Holding, and built by Kalyon İnşaat.
How many villas are there in Riva Country?
The project is planned as 1,300 villas on about 230,000 m²; the first stage, launched in March 2024, has 132 villas.
How big are Riva Country villas?
Villa sizes have not been published. There are 5 models from 3+1 to 6+2; the plan of the chosen villa is obtained from the sales office.
Can I get Turkish citizenship by buying a villa in Riva Country?
Yes, as the lowest published starting price is $560,000, all types are above the $400,000 threshold; the value is confirmed by a valuation report.
Is there a payment plan at Riva Country?
Customised plans with bank loans, interim payments and in-house instalments are reported; the down payment and term are not published.
Are there villas for rent in Riva Country?
As of October 2026 no published rental listings were found, so the rental yield cannot be calculated.
How do you get to Riva Country?
By car: about 35 – 40 minutes to Maslak – Levent and about one hour to the airports. Northern Marmara Motorway connections are nearby.
Do Riva Country villas have private pools?
Developer materials state a private pool and private garden use for the villas; the technical specification for the chosen villa should be obtained in writing.
What is the difference between Riva Country and ION Kalyon Riva?
Some sources call the project ION Kalyon Riva; its link to Mehmet Kalyoncu's 84-hectare Ion Riva masterplan has not been confirmed. The project name and parcel should be checked in the contract.
Who handles the legal process when buying at Riva Country?
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 Riva Country?
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.
Where do Riva Country 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.
Can units in Riva Country 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.