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The court ruled that at this stage, the lottery for the distribution of rights between landowners in Sde Dov should not be promoted, after some of the rights holders requested to wait until the extent of soil contamination is clarified. Meanwhile, Adam Teva V'Din opposes the dismissal of the petition regarding soil contamination in Sde Dov, despite the Supreme Court's recommendation.

In the company's 3 significant projects in Jerusalem, almost no apartments are being sold. The price per square meter is high, but Levy continues to increase his market share and clarifies that the company will meet the pace.

Also: how much was a 4-room apartment of 86 sqm with a balcony sold for in Jerusalem, how much was paid for a 4-room apartment in Tiberias, and where was a 5-room apartment sold for less than 1.5 million shekels?

The highest deal in the city for a second-hand apartment since the beginning of the year: a 4-room duplex on Naomi Street in Ramat HaSharon was sold at a price reflecting about 35–36 thousand shekels per square meter. The neighborhood is characterized by a gap between old and new apartments.

Ishai Rot, CEO of Shoval Engineering Group, explains why the company prefers projects in Yokneam, Acre, and Haifa and stays away from Tel Aviv, why they acquired a construction company, and what has happened to the stock since the IPO on the local stock exchange.

The buyers claimed that material details regarding building violations were knowingly hidden from them, but the court rejected their version after a surprising piece of digital evidence sent by the agent was presented.

A 6-room garden apartment, with a built-up area of 180 sqm and a 70 sqm yard, was sold for 4.1 million shekels. "The neighborhood is very sought-after, and while in the rest of the town there are price drops, in this neighborhood they have even risen." And more real estate deals from the last week.

Prices for new apartments are higher than for second-hand ones, mainly due to the presence of a MAMAD (protected space). In some settlements, prices are almost half the national average. Where can you buy apartments at this price and where can you find a 3-room apartment for less than a million?

New data from the Ministry of Finance points to well-known figures collaborating with contractors. Some of them earn 60,000 shekels a month - and cancel. The truth behind the numbers: the data the Ministry of Finance does not tell you about the wave of real estate deal cancellations and whether one should really be concerned about it. Tadmur CEO predicts market recovery | Real Estate Weekly

Concerns regarding soil contamination in the Sde Dov quarter continue to delay the distribution of rights among approximately 1,700 landowners in the 'Gush HaGadol'. Although the appraiser found no grounds to change the value coefficients at this stage, rights holders argue that the lottery must be postponed until pollution test results are available.

The Chief Economist's Division at the Ministry of Finance reports a sharp increase in cancellations since the beginning of the year. Buyers who relied on financing promotions are struggling to complete payment by the delivery date. Ohad Danos notes that many hoped for speculative gains, while experts warn of risks to contractors' cash flow.

The Mehir LeMishtaken project in Be'er Sheva by A.Sh. Yagel has become insolvent and will not be completed on time. The company is facing debts of hundreds of millions of shekels and an internal shareholder dispute.

The Administrative Court has approved the Dan garage redevelopment plan, including the relocation of the bus depot. The court dismissed a residents' petition against the 750-unit housing project, upholding the use of easements to provide public access to open spaces while preserving developers' building rights.

The Ramat Gan Municipality has published a tender for the sale of a plot in the Diamond Exchange District, with a minimum price of 32 million shekels. The Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel (SPNI) has filed a petition with the Supreme Court against the metropolitan recreation area plan in the Shefela region. Also: Donitz Brothers and Dan Real Estate have signed a memorandum of...

The sale price in the contract is just the beginning, and it is offset by recognized deductions, a single apartment exemption of up to 5,008,000 shekels, and a beneficial linear calculation for older apartments. The traps that increase the bill.

The company has joined the trend of developer promotions with promises of returns up to 52% in the first two years. We analyzed the real value of this discount and who truly benefits from this arrangement.

Luzon Ronson, owned by Amos Luzon, has filed a lawsuit against former Or Yehuda mayor Yitzhak Buchovza. The developer claims that the attorney's actions are jeopardizing a major urban renewal project.

Gil Topaz, co-CEO of Altshuler Shaham Credit, which provides financing to contractors stuck with unsold apartments, is not worried about deal cancellations: "These are speculators who make up no more than 15% of the market."

Reports from residential developers for the second quarter of 2026 showed a moderate increase in sales compared to the same period last year, but current data from the summer months indicate that demand is fading again. Experts estimate that a significant trend shift may not arrive until 2027.

The average apartment price rose by 3.7% this year, the average mortgage continues to rise, and Tidhar reports point to a jump in revenue and profit, while the company previously spoke of a price crash and is now predicting a market recovery.

AI researcher Ido Nitzan Hidkel was forced to move apartments in Tel Aviv twice in less than a year and a half due to hazards and construction work he was unaware of. Consequently, he launched a project that centralizes information scattered across municipal websites and official documents. Here is how you can check your intended address.

Timberland founders Sidney and Judith Swartz have purchased an apartment in Jerusalem's Mishkenot HaTeatron complex for 48 million shekels. This transaction marks the highest price paid for an apartment in the city this year.

The Jerusalem District Court has rejected a lawsuit filed by a public housing tenant seeking to purchase his home through a combination deal with a private developer. The court upheld the Ministry of Construction and Amidar's position, citing the need to prevent the commercialization of public housing rights.

Haifa Municipality has unveiled an ambitious vision with an investment of up to 4 billion shekels, aiming to transform the city's entrance into a major tourist and economic hub, despite potential environmental and budgetary hurdles.

A TAMA 38 project in Neot Afeka, Tel Aviv, faced significant delays, leading to the appointment of a receiver. In a landmark ruling, a judge allowed two families to cancel their contracts and recover their payments, setting a new precedent for the real estate industry.

July data reveals significant supply gaps: while small apartment availability has recovered, a 25% shortage in large units persists, driving a 4.8% annual price increase.

Former boxing champion Johan Zaoui has sued developer Rudy Gabsi, alleging breach of a loan agreement and failure to provide collateral for luxury properties in Tel Aviv.

Energy Minister Eli Cohen and Mayor Yair Shtebon signed an agreement to connect the city to the central Gush Dan wastewater treatment system. The move is intended to remove an infrastructure barrier ahead of the construction of about 12,000 housing units and an increase in the population to more than 50,000 residents.

Yesodot Eitanim Urban Renewal and the Savionim Group have won a residents' tender on Ben Gurion Street in Kiryat Bialik. The project involves replacing 18 old apartments with 90 new units across two modern buildings.

A 156 sqm garden apartment with a 170 sqm private garden was sold on Jabotinsky Street at a record price. MyTown CEO Yossi Hasson stated that such a transaction confirms the success of the company's concept in creating premium assets.

A single Israel Land Authority tender for land to build apartments in Ness Ziona has concluded, with a bid that reflects a discount of about 18% on the land. Who are the winning companies, how much does the land cost, and why housing prices cannot really drop in this area.

The Israel Land Authority continues to show weak data regarding land marketing. A permanent director has not yet been appointed, and out of dozens of tenders, only a few are intended for high-density construction.

CEO Adi Dana addresses the report regarding the wave of deal cancellations. According to him, "it is less than 0.8%, this is a routine standard deviation." He also commented on the impact of financing benefits.

Financial reports from REIT funds for the first half of 2026 reveal significant delays in the delivery of hundreds of apartments. This results in delayed occupancy and lost rental income, with several cases now heading to court.

The Efrat Local Council is promoting a plan to build about 500 new housing units, including in 15-story buildings. A protected housing complex is also planned. Council head: "A strategic move for the entire region."

The land lottery in Sde Dov was postponed due to fears of contamination, and soil tests have not yet been completed. The managers of 'Gush HaGadol' are asking to hold the lottery and not wait additional months for the results.

A property where the debtor remains as a protected tenant may be sold for 35%–50% of its value. The price is tempting, but the feasibility depends on the waiting time, the status of the tenant, and especially the amount of rent to be set.

Over the past year, the portfolio of balloon and bullet mortgage loans has grown by approximately 20%, significantly outpacing the growth of the total mortgage market. By July 2026, the balance reached 29.2 billion shekels.

Despite the ongoing slowdown in the housing market, the average mortgage continues to climb, reaching 1.117 million shekels in July — the second-highest figure ever. About 43% of new mortgages were taken for properties worth 3 million shekels or more. Contractor loans also remained at a high level, with a volume of 1.6 billion shekels, but their share of total mortgages actually decreased.

Bank of Israel data reveals a significant trend: the number of mortgage refinancings has reached a peak not seen since 2023. This largely explains the jump in total mortgage volume. Additionally, there is a positive indicator for the Bank of Israel: the number of those in arrears on mortgage payments is decreasing and is at its lowest level this year.