Where can I buy imported goods or electronics at a reasonable price in Istanbul?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 12 days ago
TL;DR
Based on recent traveler feedback, imported brands are rarely cheap in Istanbul because of high import duties. The most practical option is often the second-hand market on Sahibinden, but buyers should be careful to avoid dishonest sellers.
What the community said
The latest advice is not to focus only on finding the absolute cheapest place in Istanbul, but to buy from a seller you can trust: imported goods are often sold with misleading information about condition, warranty, or final price.
12 days ago
According to recent feedback, reasonably priced new imported goods are hard to find in Turkey. If you want to save money in Istanbul, the more realistic option is to look for second-hand listings on Sahibinden.
12 days ago Sahibinden
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Another reply says there are no truly bargain places for imported brands: high duties on non-Turkish manufacturers keep prices elevated across the country, including Istanbul.
12 days ago high import duties