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Kandilli Estate

Asian-side Bosphorus mansion in Kandilli with European panorama and forested grounds

Bedrooms
6+
Bathrooms
5+
Area
612 m²
Type
Villa
Delivery
Delivered
View
Bosphorus

Why this property

🌊
Direct Bosphorus shoreline
🌳
5,000+ m² forested grounds with century-old trees
🏊
Private swimming pool
🎾
Private tennis court
🏠
Separate guest house

About this residence

Kandilli Estate is a flagship private mansion on the Asian shores of the Bosphorus in Kandilli, one of Üsküdar's most prestigious historical districts. The property combines a fully restored heritage mansion with extensive forested grounds (over 5,000 m²) and direct Bosphorus shoreline.

Kandilli, perched on the European-facing slopes of the Asian Bosphorus, offers some of Istanbul's most spectacular views — directly opposite Bebek and the Rumeli Fortress, with panoramic vistas of the historic European yalıs and the second Bosphorus bridge. The neighborhood is known for Kandilli Observatory, prestigious schools, and an unusually high concentration of UHNW residents.

The estate includes the main mansion (8 bedrooms, multiple receptions), a separate guest house, staff quarters, garage, swimming pool, tennis court, and waterside gazebo. Its forested grounds feature century-old plane trees, fruit orchards, and a private path to the shoreline. The mansion has been restored to integrate discreet modern systems — air conditioning, automated lighting, secure access — while preserving Ottoman architectural details.

Available configurations

Layout
5+1
Size
300 m²
From
$11,500,000

Amenities

🌊
Direct Bosphorus shoreline
🌳
5,000+ m² forested grounds with century-old trees
🏊
Private swimming pool
🎾
Private tennis court
🏠
Separate guest house
🛎️
Staff quarters
🚗
Multi-car garage
🌅
Waterside gazebo
🍊
Fruit orchard
🛁
Restored Ottoman details
🛡️
Private security
🌐
Discreet modern systems

Location

Üsküdar, Istanbul
🛍️Shopping5 km🎓Schools0.8 km✈️Airport60 min🏥Hospital4 km🌊Bosphorus0 min🏙️City center20 min🏢CBD25 min

About the developer

HE

Heritage Estates

Heritage Estates specializes in flagship Bosphorus mansion redevelopments, with a portfolio focused on Asian-side and Sariyer waterfront properties.

Investment overview

Rental yield
3%
p.a.
Appreciation
65%
5-year
Citizenship
Eligible
Min $400,000
Turkish Citizenship Eligible · Min $400,000

Asian-side mansion supply is extremely constrained. Buyers are typically Turkish industrial families and global collectors who hold for generations. Strong long-term appreciation; lower yield typical of trophy assets.

Frequently asked questions

Why the Asian side?
Asian-side Bosphorus properties (Kandilli, Çengelköy, Beylerbeyi, Beykoz) typically offer larger plots, more privacy, and panoramic European views — at lower prices than European-side equivalents. They are highly sought after by Turkish HNW families.
Is Kandilli well-connected?
Yes. Kandilli is connected via the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge (FSM) and the Eurasia Tunnel, with 15-25 minute drives to Levent or Taksim depending on traffic.
Is the property officially listed/heritage protected?
Yes. The mansion is registered, and restoration was carried out under heritage conservation rules.
Is this eligible for Turkish Citizenship by Investment?
Yes. Estate value far exceeds the $400,000 threshold.
From$11,500,000
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