OVERVIEW

REAL ESTATE MARKET

TYPES OF HOUSING

TRANSPORTATION

EDUCATION

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL FACILITIES

COST OF LIVING

IN A NUTSHELL:

• Avcılar is a district on Istanbul's European side.
• After the 1980s, Avclar experienced rapid population growth and began the process of urban transformation.
• The majority of Avclar's residents are middle-income earners.
• A large number of people work in the industrial, commercial, service, and educational sectors in the district.
• Avclar also has a population of university students, retirees, housewives, and unemployed people.
• People in Avclar come from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, religious beliefs, and political perspectives.
• People in Avcılar generally live in apartment buildings and lead an urban lifestyle.

Avcilar is a significant part of Istanbul and is home to several attractions. Here are some of Avcilar's most fascinating attractions:

Küçükçekmece Lake: Avcılar is located on the shores of Küçükçekmece Lake. Many people visit the area around this lake to walk, ride bikes, and have picnics. The lakefront promenade is a scenic spot.

Istanbul University Avcılar Campus: Istanbul University's Avcılar Campus is a modern university campus. A stroll about the campus is a great way to take in the sights and sounds of campus life while also getting some exercise and enjoying the fresh air.

Pelican Mall: Pelican Mall in Avcılar is a great place for shopping and entertainment. It has numerous stores, dining options, and a movie theater.

Topkapı Palace Hunting Lodge: The hunting lodge of Topkapı Palace, located in Avcılar is a historical structure that offers a glimpse into the Ottoman era.

In addition to its parks and mosques, Avcilar also has a number of historical sites worth seeing. Natural beauty and proximity to the Marmara Sea are also major draws to the area.

Transportation

Avclar allows for a fast connection to all of Istanbul's major attractions. In this area, you can take the metrobus, buses, minibuses, taxis, or even sea buses to get where you need to go. Bakırköy, Zincirlikuyu, Mecidiyeköy, Şişli, and Beşiktaş are only some of the neighborhoods that are easily accessible via metrobus. Beylikdüzü, Esenyurt, Küçükçekmece, and Bahçelievler are only a few of the neighborhoods that are accessible via bus. Minibuses allow residents of Avclar and its surrounding areas to get around. Taxis are easily accessible, providing a relaxing means of travel to any location. You can take sea buses to get to the Anatolian side and visit areas like Kadıköy and Bostancı.

Education

Avcılar is a district rich in educational opportunities. Besides public schools, the area also features a number of private educational facilities. Every community has access to at least one publicly funded elementary or secondary school. On the other hand, private schools charge varying amounts depending on the level of instruction and the availability of extracurricular activities.

It is also possible to attend college in Avclar. The district is home to Istanbul University Avcılar Campus.