Antalya Province on the Mediterranean coast of southwest Turkey, and specifically, the beach towns of Patara, Kalkan, and Kas along the Turquoise Coast, have our attention.

Turkey is not as cheap or affordable as it once was, but it’s still cheaper than other Mediterranean destinations and offers good value for money.

There are plenty of modern supermarkets and convenience stores, but by avoiding them and making time to shop around the local markets you can make big savings, and you can drastically curtail your costs by avoiding expensive imported goods, too.

For instance, Turkey produces massive amounts of fruit and vegetables and prices are low, while the quality is exceptional.

Ammenities are not always included in rental prices but these utilities are not particularly expensive here.

Imported goods, on the other hand, are pretty pricey.  Most locals take advantage of the weekly markets to buy fruit, vegetables, cheese, eggs etc.

Gasoline is another pricey item which is why most cars in Turkey are diesel.

The country is also a big producer of household goods and electrical appliances, so these can be cheap. Shopping in the local markets and steering clear of expensive imported items can significantly reduce your bill.

Also, Turkey has the most affordable property in Europe right now—bargain prices compared to more well-known and visited destinations in the Mediterranean.

Let’s take a closer look at the cost of living on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey.

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