Altıntaş, Aksu Property Guide

Location

Altıntaş is one of the official neighbourhoods (mahalle) of Antalya's Aksu district, at the district's western end, just east of Antalya Airport. This location has made it one of the parts of Aksu closest to the city and among the fastest to develop. The Antalya Expo Center and the EXPO 2016 grounds are a few kilometres to the north, the ancient city of Perge lies to the north-east, and the Kundu tourism zone is also relatively close.

Transport

Proximity to the airport is Altıntaş's defining feature. The stops on the airport branch of the T1 (AntRay) tram line are a few kilometres to the west, and the line's Expo extension runs along the D400 to the north. By road you can reach the city centre, the Lara side and, via the D400, Belek and Serik. Access to public transport varies from plot to plot within the neighbourhood, so a car is a practical necessity for most households.

Housing Stock

In recent years Altıntaş has seen a concentration of gated complexes with pools and social facilities, residence-style apartment blocks and villa developments. Most of the stock is new and part of it is still under construction, so off-plan purchases are common. In such cases the tapu (title deed) is usually issued as kat irtifakı (a construction-stage right) and converted to kat mülkiyeti (full condominium ownership) once the building is completed and receives its iskân (occupancy permit).

Zoning History: Why It Matters

Altıntaş and neighbouring Güzelyurt were the subject of long-running legal problems arising from zoning and land-readjustment decisions taken under the former Çalkaya Municipality. In the 2010s Antalya Metropolitan Municipality declared the area an urban regeneration and development project area (kentsel dönüşüm, here meaning the re-planning of the area) and new zoning plans were prepared. Steps to lift annotations on title deeds during this process were also reported in the press.

For anyone buying in Altıntaş today, this means you should always check the plot's status under the current zoning plan, whether the building permit complies with it, and any annotations or declarations on the title deed.

Who It Suits

• People working at the airport, in aviation or in tourism,
• Families who want to live in a new complex with a pool and shared facilities,
• Buyers looking for a villa with a garden within reasonable reach of the city,
• Investors considering long-term lets to airport and tourism employees.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

• Zoning status: obtain the plot's zoning status (imar durumu) in writing from the municipality.
• Building permit and iskân: for villas and complexes, check the permit, occupancy permit and any additions that deviate from the approved plans.
• Kat irtifakı vs kat mülkiyeti: for projects under construction, review the expected occupancy permit timeline and the delivery clauses in the contract.
• Service charges (aidat): find out in advance how pools, security and garden maintenance affect the monthly fee.
• Airport proximity: for plots near flight paths, visit at different times of day and judge the noise yourself.

See our Aksu area guide for the wider district and our property buying costs calculator for budgeting.

How far is Altıntaş from the airport?

The neighbourhood lies just east of Antalya Airport, a few kilometres away. The airport stops of the T1 tram line are also to its west.

Is it safe to buy off-plan in Altıntaş?

It can be, with the right checks. Review the plot's zoning status, the building permit, the developer's delivery commitments and whether the title will be issued as kat irtifakı before signing.

Can foreigners buy property in Altıntaş?

Yes. Aksu neighbourhoods were not on the Presidency of Migration Management's closed-neighbourhood list dated 30 June 2022; as the list can change, check the current status before proceeding. Our guide to foreigners buying property in Turkey covers the process.