housing in israel

  A woman is seen struggling trying to move apartments.

Diary of would-be tenants: Two journalists struggle to move to Jerusalem in harsh market

Two young Jerusalemites struggle to find a place to live, in a challenging market during a challenging time.

Curious? Check out Tel Aviv's urban renewal plan for the coming years!

At a special event attended by lawyers, the leaders of Tel Aviv's urban renewal efforts presented the city’s plan for the upcoming years, which is expected to add around 6,000 housing units annually.

People walk near a damaged residential building due to a direct-hit from a projectile

War evacuees pushing up rents in Israel's North, Knesset research suggests

The sudden demand that hit the northern rental market reached the urban market as well.

By ARIK MIROVSKY/GLOBES/TNS
29/08/2024

Safe and stable renting: Housing Ministry launches new plan for public housing

Under the new plan, called the "stable and safe renting" plan, the size of the rental subsidy will depend on the area in which the beneficiary is eligible for public housing.

19/08/2024

Revolution in public housing: Eligible families to choose their own apartment

Amid the ongoing conflict and growing housing waitlist, a new program lets eligible families choose their own apartments - a major policy shift. Inbar Mazuz-Shor from the Housing Ministry explains.

Government approves new ultra-Orthodox city in the northern Negev, addressing housing crisis

The Israeli government approved "Tila," a new city in northern Negev for ultra-Orthodox Israelis, aiming to address housing shortages and encourage regional development.

New olim to see less housing financial support upon arrival to Israel

The Immigration Committee debated a reform cutting housing aid for new immigrants by 50%, sparking criticism from lawmakers concerned about integration and fairness.

By AVICHAY CHAIM
25/06/2024
 Malha with stadium and mall included

Malha: Jerusalem’s regenerated jewel

Neighborhood Corner: The name of the neighborhood is a distortion of the name of the Arab village al-Malha, upon the ruins of which the neighborhood was established.

Romema: Jerusalem's uplifting neighborhood

Neighborhood Corner: Romema serves as Jerusalem’s transportation hub, featuring the Jerusalem Central Bus Station, Chords Bridge, and a high-speed railway terminus.

Ghost apartments: How empty homes haunt Jerusalem's housing landscape

The term “ghost apartments” remain unoccupied for extended periods, often year-round. This is how they profoundly impact the housing market in Israel's capital.

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