About the area
Uskumruköy is one of the least developed and most natural of Sarıyer's villages, known for large plots, horse farms, vineyard houses and sparse building. Mornings begin with birdsong and a view of the neighbour's fruit trees. According to the 2025 results of the TÜİK address-based population registration system the neighbourhood holds 10,520 people, making it the second most populous of Sarıyer's village-rooted settlements after Zekeriyaköy (24,291). It differs from Zekeriyaköy most clearly in plot size: villa plots inside Zekeriyaköy communities average 400-600 m², while 1,000-3,000 m² is common in Uskumruköy.
Transport
- Zekeriyaköy centre5 min
- Sarıyer centre20 min
- Maslak35-40 min
Neighbourhood Comparison (2026)
Five places to live across northern Sarıyer and the surrounding area, side by side: average TL/m², villa price range, journey time and access to schools. Enough to see at a glance which one fits.
| Neighbourhood | Average per m² | Villa price range | Journey time | Schools |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zekeriyaköy Sarıyer | 161,371–186,804 TL n=237 / 11 listings | 33M–213M TL | 25-30 min Maslak | 3 |
| Uskumruköy Sarıyer | 136,283–187,611 TL n=128 listings | 18M+ TL | 35-40 min Maslak | — |
| Demirciköy Sarıyer | 100,751–126,303 TL n=27 / 7 listings | 39M–230M TL | 12 min Zekeriyaköy | — |
| Kilyos Sarıyer | 150,641–159,958 TL n=29 listings | — | 20 min Zekeriyaköy | — |
| Polonezköy Beykoz | — | 44M+ TL | 35-45 min (3rd Bridge) Maslak | — |
A dash means no verified figure exists for that entry; nothing is estimated. Journey times are average drive times to the reference point shown beneath.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are villa prices in Uskumruköy?
- As measured on 6 August 2026, the cheapest villa listing starts at 17.5M TL, with a per-m² band of 136,000-188,000 TL (sample of 128 listings). Entry costs remain below Zekeriyaköy, though the gap is closing quickly.
- Uskumruköy or Zekeriyaköy?
- Choose Zekeriyaköy for established infrastructure and an active social scene. Choose Uskumruköy for a large garden and stronger long-term capital growth potential.