Housing Prices in Sivas and Surrounding Provinces Exceed National Average
Data for August 2026 announced by the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey revealed that the increase in housing prices in the region exceeded the Turkey general, while the rent increase remained behind it.
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey published the housing price and new tenant rent index results for the August 2026 period. According to the announced data, the annual increase in housing prices in the region consisting of eight provinces, including Sivas, rose above the country average.
August 2026 Data Announced
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey shared the results of the Residential Property Price Index and the New Tenant Rent Index for the August 2026 period with the public. In this context, regional economic indicators covering provinces including Sivas became clear.
Eight-Province Regional Scope
It was particularly emphasized that the shared regional rates are not exclusive to Sivas; they reflect data belonging to a total eight-province group covering the cities of Nevşehir, Niğde, Aksaray, Kırıkkale, Kırşehir, Kayseri, Sivas, and Yozgat.
24.8 Percent Annual Increase in Housing Prices
In the eight-province region where Sivas is located, the Residential Property Price Index recorded an annual increase of 24.8 percent as of August 2026. This situation highlighted the dynamics of regional markets.
Turkey Average Left Behind
While the annual nominal housing price increase across Turkey was calculated at the level of 23 percent, the increase rate in the region including Sivas rose 1.8 points above this average.
New Tenant Rent Index Changes
When the New Tenant Rent Index was examined, it was seen that the annual increase in the said eight-province region materialized at a rate of 25.1 percent. The growth rate of rental values followed a different course compared to housing prices.
Rent Increase Rate Below Country General
While the annual new tenant rent increase across Turkey was measured at 26.4 percent, it was determined that the regional rent increase remained 1.3 points below this rate.