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Area comparison
Şişli vs Beşiktaş: area comparison
The two areas at a glance
Istanbul
Şişli
Şişli is a good buy for people who want a central European-side flat with metro, metrobüs, hospitals and shopping close by, from Nişantaşı to Bomonti and Esentepe. It suits professionals and city-base buyers; those wanting gardens, quiet or a sea view should look elsewhere.
31 homes currently on our site
Homes in Şişli Şişli area guide
Homes in Şişli
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Bosphorus View Duplex for Sale in Nisantasi Ask The Price 5 bed · 350 m²
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Luxury Rooftop Duplex Apartment for Sale in Bomonti, Istanbul Ask The Price 3 bed · 150 m²
Istanbul
Beşiktaş
Beşiktaş is a strong choice for buyers who want a central European-side home on the Bosphorus with metro and ferry links. It suits owner-occupiers, families and long-term owners; budget buyers and those wanting new gated compounds with gardens should look elsewhere.
60 homes currently on our site
Homes in Beşiktaş Beşiktaş area guide
Homes in Beşiktaş
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3+1 Residences for Sale at Kempinski Residences Balmumcu Ask The Price 3 bed · 206 m²
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5+1 Villa for Sale in Kuruçeşme, Istanbul with Bosphorus View Ask The Price 5 bed · 500 m²
Key facts side by side
| Fact | Şişli | Beşiktaş |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bordered by Beşiktaş, Sarıyer, Eyüp, Kağıthane and Beyoğlu | European shore of the Bosphorus; borders Şişli to the west |
| Side of the city | European side, no Bosphorus shoreline | European side |
| Population | 261,959 (TÜİK address-based register, 2025) | 165,895 (TÜİK address-based register, 2025) |
| Neighbourhoods | 25 mahalle | 23 mahalle (Beşiktaş Municipality) |
| Main transport | M2 and M7 metro, metrobüs, M11 airport line from Gayrettepe | M2, M6, M7 and M11 metro lines, F4 funicular, Şehir Hatları ferries |
| Character | Central business district, shopping streets, late Ottoman and early Republican apartment blocks | Bosphorus villages, Ottoman palaces, universities and the Levent office district |
| Typical property | Apartments in classic buildings and residence towers; some commercial units | Apartments in older buildings and newer residence projects; a few villas and mansions |
| Good for | Living centrally, working in the city, renting to professionals | Living in the city, families, long-term ownership, renting to professionals |
Featured homes in Şişli and Beşiktaş
Şişli
Şişli · İstanbul
Nisantasi Koru 5+1 Penthouse
A 5+1 duplex penthouse of 557 m² gross at Nişantaşı Koru, Istanbul, with private terraces, smart-home systems, pools, spa and 24/7 security.
5 bed · 3 bath · 557 m²
Şişli · İstanbul
Avrupa Konutlari Esentepe in Istanbul
A 1+1 apartment of 84 m² gross in Avrupa Konutları Esentepe, Kartal, a 46,373 m² project with an indoor pool, sauna, fitness centre and on-site market.
1 bed · 1 bath · 84 m²
Şişli · İstanbul
Commercial Real Estate For Sale In Istanbul Nisantasi
A 5,436 m² commercial building in Nişantaşı with ground floor plus four floors, suited to a health centre, boutique hotel or company headquarters.
Şişli · İstanbul
Bomonti Rotana Residence | 1+1 Large Apartment For Sale With City View In Bomonti Rotana Residence
A fully furnished 1+1 apartment of 55 m² on the 23rd floor of Bomonti Rotana Residence, Istanbul, with high ceilings and wide city views.
1 bed · 1 bath · 55 m²
Beşiktaş
Beşiktaş · İstanbul
Luxury Bosphorus Apartments for Sale in Ulus Istanbul
A 3-bedroom, 155 m² apartment in Ulus Tepe Konakları II, a low-rise project overlooking the Bosphorus in Ulus, with an indoor pool, spa, fitness centre and indoor parking.
3 bed · 2 bath · 155 m²
Beşiktaş · İstanbul
Bosphorus Mansion Apartment for Sale in Bebek 3.5+1 Renovated
A fully renovated 3.5+1 apartment of 165 m² in a historic yalı on the Bosphorus in Bebek, Istanbul, with a 70 m² living room, two bathrooms and a separate kitchen.
3 bed · 2 bath · 165 m²
Beşiktaş · İstanbul
Luxury 3+1 Residence for Sale in Four Seasons Etiler
A 3+1 residence with a private balcony at Four Seasons Private Residences Etiler, next to Akmerkez: 212 m² gross, 157 m² net, vacant, with indoor parking, pool and spa.
3 bed · 3 bath · 212 m²
Beşiktaş · İstanbul
Bosphorus Waterfront Apartment for Sale in Bebek Istanbul
Bosphorus waterfront 2+1 apartment in the historic İhsan Paşa Yalısı in Bebek, with 310 m² and a rare 180 m² private terrace overlooking the water.
2 bed · 1 bath · 310 m²