AboutMehmet Expertise I m a retired manager, not a professional on tourism. I want to help visitors as much as I can. I live in Ankara (capital of Turkey), know very well my country. You can ask questions about foreign policy of Turkey too.
Question I am considering a treaching position in istanbul. the school provides the apartment but we are responsible for the utilites. what would the cost of utilities be for a 1 bedroom apt.? Do most apts. have air-conditioning?
Answer Hi Katie,
Most of the apts do not have air-conditioning. You can expect monthly average cost of a one bedroom apt flat is around 100-150 USD.
for electricity around 20-25 USD,
for water around 15-20 USD,
for natural gas (heating system + hot water) 40-45 USD,
apartment monthly fee (for elevators, illumunating, cleaning and maintanence of building, quarding, etc) 40-60 USD
