Long Beach Studio or 1+1? Rental & Resale Comparison

Short answer: In Long Beach, if your goal is only rental income and a low entry budget, a studio may be suitable; if you want to combine rental income with personal use and reach a wider buyer audience at resale, a Long Beach 1+1 apartment is the more balanced choice. A 2+1 is for couples and families who will live there year-round; its rental yield ratio generally remains lower.

This article is for buyers in İskele Long Beach who have set their budget but have not yet decided on the apartment type. We covered the wider area in our İskele Long Beach guide; here, we focus on just one question: studio, 1+1 or 2+1? We compare rental income, personal use, resale and cost factors with figures.

What apartment types are available in Long Beach?

Most of the housing stock in Long Beach consists of studios and 1+1 apartments; 2+1 units are fewer, while 3+1 apartments and villas are found more in the inland parts of İskele than along the coastline. This distribution is a natural result of the area’s growth through holiday- and rental-focused resort complexes.

In listings, studios appear at around 39–45 m², 1+1 apartments at 50–62 m², and 2+1 apartments at 75–95 m². These measurements are mostly gross figures; balconies, shares of common areas and sometimes terraces are included. Always request the net usable area separately on the floor plan, because the same “45 m² studio” can vary between 33 m² and 38 m² net in two different projects.

In a studio, the bed, living area and kitchen are in one single space; in a 1+1, the bedroom is separated by a door. This single wall is the key difference that changes both the tenant profile and the buyer audience at resale.

Price difference: studio, 1+1 and 2+1

As of October 2026, listings show studios at around £85,000–135,000 and 1+1 apartments in the £100,000–180,000 range; for 2+1 apartments, the data is scattered and requires individual verification. Square metre prices are close across the types, with a common level seen in listings of around £2,000–2,100/m².

Prices are asking prices from different portals; completed resale properties, off-plan purchases, sea views and floor level can significantly change the price. They are indicative as of October 2026; verify with current listings and your lawyer.

Rental side: Long Beach 1+1 apartment or studio?

On paper, the gross yield percentage often comes out slightly higher for studios, but vacancy risk and competing stock are also highest for studios. While a 1+1 loses a small difference in yield ratio, it is generally more stable in terms of occupancy and tenant quality.

The reason is simple: in Long Beach, there may be dozens of similar studios listed for rent even within the same complex. When a tenant cannot find anything distinctive other than price, they have the bargaining power. In a 1+1, a separate bedroom creates a difference worth paying for, especially for a couple working remotely or a retiree spending the winter on the island.

The comparison below is based entirely on sample assumptions. Maintenance fees and rental figures should be replaced with the real data from your own complex; the £550–900 range given in listings for long-term 1+1 rent is a seller statement.

With these assumptions, the studio’s gross advantage disappears due to longer vacancy and maintenance fees that remain proportionally high relative to its square metres. If you can rent the studio without vacancies, the table changes; for that reason, asking how many days similar apartments in the same complex have been listed can be more informative than the rental figure itself. For current rental ranges, you can read our article on Long Beach rental prices.

The short-term rental situation

In daily rentals, a studio’s nightly rate is lower, while cleaning and platform costs remain almost the same. Therefore, a 1+1 is in a stronger position for short-term rentals. Although some data platforms show high occupancy for İskele, the rates measured across Northern Cyprus (TRNC) are much lower; assuming 40–50 percent occupancy is safer for planning.

Which is suitable for your own use?

A studio is sufficient for a two- or three-week holiday per year; for stays longer than a month, if you are considering spending the winter on the island, or if someone will be staying with you, a 1+1 is clearly more comfortable. For year-round living, 2+1 and larger units are the realistic choice.

The most common regret we see on the ground is buyers who purchase a studio thinking “we will only stay for a few weeks in summer anyway” and then decide to spend the winter on the island in retirement. In winter, you spend more time indoors; during a rainy week, the difference between a single-volume 40 m² space and a 55 m² apartment with a separate bedroom is strongly felt. If you are curious about life in winter, read our article on winter months in Long Beach.

Another practical issue is furniture and storage. In a studio, apart from the air conditioning, fitted kitchen and bathroom, even a suitcase takes up space. If you want to leave your own belongings in a locked cupboard and rent the property out for the rest of the time, this is much easier in a 1+1.

Which type stands out at resale?

At resale, the widest buyer audience is generally for 1+1 apartments: they appeal both to investors and to buyers who will use the property themselves. A studio can find a buyer quickly because it is cheaper, but if there are many similar studios for sale in the same complex, price competition becomes intense.

Long Beach still has many new projects producing studios and 1+1 apartments. When selling your resale studio five years from now, your competitors will not only be your neighbours, but also new projects offering instalment payments. In this case, what attracts the buyer will be the view, floor level, quality of site management and the condition of the apartment; the type alone will not be enough.

• Studio: Low ticket size, quick-decision investor; however, it is the segment with the highest price competition.
• 1+1: Appeals to both investors and end users; tends to be the most liquid segment.
• 2+1: Narrower buyer audience but fewer competitors; sold to families and buyers settling permanently.

These observations are based on field experience; there is no official sales duration or price index by type for Long Beach.

Purchase costs and fixed expenses

Because purchase costs are proportional to the price, they are lower in amount for a studio, but fixed items such as lawyer fees and connection charges weigh proportionally more heavily on a small apartment. For a new apartment, the total purchase cost is approximately 10–13 percent of the price.

Example: For a £95,000 studio, 12 percent costs amount to approximately £11,400, while for a £120,000 1+1 they amount to approximately £14,400. However, lawyer fees (approximately £1,000–2,500 + VAT) and electricity connection (approximately £1,200–2,500) do not vary much according to apartment size. In new housing, VAT is generally 5 percent and stamp duty is 0.5 percent of the contract value; the title deed transfer fee varies according to the buyer’s nationality and whether it is their first or subsequent property. For exchange rate calculations, use the daily rates of the TRNC Central Bank. Rates are as of October 2026; confirm with your lawyer before the transaction.

There is a similar trap with maintenance fees. In some complexes, maintenance fees are calculated by square metre; in others, they are fixed per apartment. In a complex with a fixed maintenance fee, a studio owner pays almost the same amount as a 1+1 owner; this directly erodes the studio’s net yield.

There is also the matter of the acquisition limit. Citizens of the Republic of Turkey can acquire a maximum of 6 apartments under the current decree. Buying one 1+1 instead of two studios may mean using this right more efficiently for an investor who wants to expand their portfolio in the future.

Step-by-step checklist for your decision

The most reliable way to choose the right apartment type is first to write down your usage plan, then collect real rental and sales data from the same complex. We recommend the following order:

1. Write down how many weeks per year you will stay there yourself and whether you will come in winter.
2. If your goal is rental income, decide whether it will be long-term or short-term; for short-term rentals, ask whether site management permits them.
3. Collect at least five current rental listings each for studios and 1+1 apartments in the same complex or nearby complexes; note how many days they have been listed.
4. Obtain in writing whether the maintenance fee is calculated by square metre or per apartment.
5. Ask separately for the net square metres, balcony and common area share on the floor plan.
6. Prepare a net rental table as above for both types and add purchase costs to the cost.
7. Assume you will sell in five years: ask how many similar apartments may be for sale in the same complex.

The practical observation of Akol Global’s rental and property management team is that what affects the decision most is not the apartment type, but the management of the complex. You can learn which types are available and the current conditions at the sales office for projects in the area such as Dolce Vita Resort İskele – Long Beach. If you will manage the rental side remotely, the Akol Global rental and property management service tracks these items from a single point.

Frequently asked questions

Does a studio or a 1+1 earn more in Long Beach?

The gross yield ratio may appear slightly higher for studios in listings, but once vacancy periods, fixed per-apartment maintenance fees and dense competing stock are taken into account, the difference often closes. In our sample calculation, the net yield of the 1+1 came out slightly higher than the studio. We recommend recalculating the same table using real rental listings and the maintenance fee figure from your own complex.

How many square metres is a Long Beach 1+1 apartment?

In listings, Long Beach 1+1 apartments are generally given in the 50–62 m² range. These figures are mostly gross; balconies, shares of common areas and sometimes terraces are included. The net usable area can be lower by several square metres or more, depending on the project. Before purchasing, request the net area and balcony measurement separately in writing on the floor plan.

Can you live in a studio in winter?

There is no problem for short stays, but if you will spend the entire winter on the island, a studio may feel cramped. In winter, more time is spent indoors, and sleeping, working and dining areas are intertwined in a single space. For buyers planning winter living, we generally recommend a 1+1 or 2+1 with a separate bedroom.

Is buying a 2+1 sensible for investment?

In terms of rental yield ratio, a 2+1 generally lags behind studios and 1+1 apartments because rent does not increase at the same rate as the price. On the other hand, competing stock is lower, and a family or permanently settled tenant tends to stay longer. If your own use is the priority or you are considering moving in the future, a 2+1 may be a sensible choice.

Which apartment type sells faster at resale?

Our general observation is that 1+1 apartments have the widest buyer audience because they appeal to both investors and end users. A studio can find a buyer quickly with its lower price, but if there are many similar studios for sale in the same complex, price competition increases. There is no official sales duration data by type for Long Beach; obtain current information from local sales offices.

To see apartment types in Long Beach on site or calculate your rental scenario together, contact Akol Global.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not replace legal, tax or financial advice. Last updated: October 2026.