In an unprecedented move to regulate the real estate market and curb price manipulation, the Turkish government announced a massive digital project called “Values Information Center”It aims to create a unified system for accurately and transparently assessing all real estate in Türkiye.
AI-powered digital assessment system
According to the Ministry of Environment, Urban Planning and Climate Change, the system is scheduled to begin operating first in Istanbul during the first quarter of 2026, and will be rolled out to all 81 Turkish provinces by mid-2027.
The new system relies on digital appraisal maps powered by artificial intelligence algorithms, providing detailed data for each property: from its location and size to its actual market price. It also enables users to compare prices with similar properties in the area, analyze supply and demand, and estimate return on investment.
Towards ending manipulation and the gap between the official and market price
One of the system’s most notable features is addressing the problem of registering properties at low prices in title deeds (Tapu), a common practice that for years led to a gap between official values and actual prices, negatively impacting tax fairness and the accuracy of investment data.
Through transparent digital pricing, the Turkish government hopes to close this gap and provide a fairer and more trustworthy investment environment for both citizens and investors.
A central database to support urban transformation
The project is not limited to property valuation only, but also includes development “Digital Twin” For Turkish cities, 3D models will be created for every building in the country, including detailed information such as:
- The building's age, number of units, and its use.
- Property size, location, and detailed address.
- Property ownership and associated development plans.
This data will be integrated into a unified digital infrastructure overseen by the General Directorate of Land Registry and Survey, to be used later in urban planning, disaster management, infrastructure, and transportation.
An important step towards facing natural disasters
Minister of Environment and Urban Planning, Murat Kurum, confirmed that the new system will be a key tool in Preparedness for natural disastersEspecially earthquakes, by collecting accurate information about the nature of buildings, their uses and their level of risk.
He explained that the project will facilitate the implementation of safe population distribution policies, enhance the efficiency of urban transformation projects, and prioritize development in sensitive areas.
Directing investment precisely and conducting a comprehensive social analysis
The new digital system will allow citizens, investors, and government agencies to use value maps to make accurate decisions regarding:
- Buying land or establishing projects.
- Determining taxes or compensation in cases of expropriation.
- Evaluating investment opportunities based on supply and demand.
The system can also be used to conduct social analyses at the neighborhood level, such as:
- Income level.
- Education and health rates.
- Population distribution.
This would help the government in Directing public investments such as schools and hospitals In a way that suits the needs of each region.
Will the project end the chaos in Türkiye's real estate market?
The Turkish real estate market has long faced criticism for its lack of transparency and the significant discrepancy between advertised and official prices. With widespread speculation and the absence of a unified system, a partial bubble has emerged, particularly in major cities.
But with Türkiye's reliance on digital transformation and artificial intelligence, it appears to be moving steadily towards Regulating the real estate market and establishing new standards based on data and transparency.
If the project is implemented efficiently, it could constitute A pivotal turning point towards stability in the Turkish real estate market And to increase its attractiveness to local and international investments.