Housing Market

Meitav's October 2026 review highlights a widening gap between local economic weakness and stock market performance in Israel, while warning of AI bubble risks and monetary uncertainty in the U.S.

Carasso Real Estate CEO Dan Paran discussed housing market trends, emigration impacts, and foreign labor at a Globes event, advocating for institutional renting to ease affordability.

CBS data for June-August 2026 shows a rise in new apartment sales, led by Kiryat Gat, while the broader housing market remains in a deep slump with 86,000 unsold units.

An in-depth analysis of Israel's real estate market reveals that soaring figures of unsold apartments may be an optical illusion driven by extended construction timelines and CBS statistical definitions.

Bizportal has launched a new real estate valuation tool that calculates property prices across four concentric circles, analyzing recent market data in Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem, and other cities.

Israel records around 85,000 unsold housing units, but CBS definitions distort the reality by including permits years from construction while dropping long-term unsold properties.

The Israel Tax Authority has restricted access to its real estate database, requiring personal identification and financial details, sparking criticism from researchers and industry experts.

Recent interest rate cuts to 3.25% are drawing buyers back to Israel's housing market, easing monthly mortgage payments and reducing defaults, though high income requirements persist.

Property prices remain stable in Ofakim and Netivot due to new housing supply and tax perks. Recent real estate transactions highlight affordable alternatives in Harish, Kiryat Gat, Ashdod, and Beersheba.

The US housing market faces renewed pressure as 30-year mortgage rates rise to 7.03%, subduing sales volumes while home prices remain surprisingly resilient at a median of $429,100.

Yad2 data reveals that 16 out of 20 city and apartment size comparisons recorded a price drop per square meter over the past year, signaling a broader housing market correction.

The Israel Land Authority faces a severe slowdown in land tenders for 2026, reaching less than half of last year's volume amid leadership crises and political instability.

A 5-room apartment in Givatayim sold for a record 5.85 million NIS. Analysts review the neighborhood's historical development, price trends, and the real estate market dynamics.

The Consumer Price Index for August 2026 rose by 0.7%, bringing annual inflation to 1.5%. Meanwhile, the Central Bureau of Statistics reported a 0.2% monthly increase in overall apartment prices for July 2026.

Meitav's weekly review highlights Israel's moderate inflation, complex budget deficit, and dormant housing market, while warning of U.S. monetary tightening risks and high household equity exposure.

Apartment prices in Israel show continued stability despite a deep freeze in real estate transactions. A recent market review details actual second-hand property sales across Beersheba, Bat Yam, Ramat Gan, and other cities.

Finding real estate under 1.5 million shekels in the center of the country is extremely difficult, but deals on apartments without a MAMAD (protected space) remain an affordable option. In Holon, a 3-room apartment was sold for 1.42 million shekels, while prices in Be'er Sheva are significantly lower.

A comparative analysis by a Psagot-Sigma expert reveals significant differences in sales pace and pricing among projects in the prestigious Sde Dov district.

The Ministry of Finance warns of a wave of cancellations in the real estate sector, but a review of the reports of large companies shows that the situation is not so bad - and certainly not one that indicates a collapse.

The real estate company continues to maintain its pace regarding sales to the free market - a pace of 225 housing units in half a year, identical to last year's pace, but sales under the 'Discounted Apartment' framework plummeted from 552 apartments last year to 82 this year. How many apartments did it sell in the quarter and what is its forecast for the future?

Even luxury assets are facing demand challenges: for half a year, not a single apartment has been sold in the project of the Aviv Group and Lenny Group on Herbert Samuel Street in Tel Aviv. In the tower, which rises to a height of 18 floors on the waterfront, 50 apartments are being built with some of the highest price tags in the country.

Since the beginning of the year, YBOX has sold 36 apartments in Tel Aviv. In its report, it notes that if interest rates continue to fall, the market will recover, but explains what is causing the delay. Revenues jumped in the last quarter, one contract was cancelled.

Apartment sales among public companies during the second quarter of 2026 reflect a volatile market. Companies are reporting sharp fluctuations in sales figures, driven primarily by aggressive promotional campaigns.

The company sold 60 apartments in the last quarter, and in its contract one can see the distribution of customer types: most pay linearly, even if they received an exemption from the index. Contractor loans account for only 6%. Does this mean that the market knows how to sell apartments without 10/90 conditions with an exemption from the index?

Limited housing supply clashes with high salaries in the AI industry: "Fine, we'll pay $10,000".

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.

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.

Since the beginning of the year, Aura has sold 436 apartment units, and this month another 284 purchase requests were signed as part of the "Hever" campaign. Owner and CEO Yaakov Atarchi: "I think it is attractive to take a mortgage now, and in a weak market, you can get a better price."

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

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.

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.

Ashtrom Group reported second-quarter losses driven by high financing costs. The company detailed sales figures for major projects and outlined its forecast for a residential market rebound in 2027.

Following claims of a significant drop in apartment prices, Tidhar CEO Ori Levin analyzed the expected market recovery based on reports showing increased revenue and sales. It has been revealed that employees and former staff received tens of millions in bonuses.

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 couple who bought an apartment on Dizengoff Street waited 4 years only to discover that the apartment's price had dropped significantly. On the other hand, those who held an apartment in Tel Aviv for a long period earned over 10% per year.

The slowdown in sales and rising construction costs are pressuring residential developers. Almogim has sold 54 units in its Rehovot project to the Magurit REIT fund, expecting a loss of 6–7 million shekels.

The Ministry of Finance reports a wave of real estate deal cancellations, but forgot to mention an important fact: in some cases, most of the cancelled deals have already "rolled over" and the apartments were sold to other customers. Kata Group, which had 7 deals cancelled in the quarter, has already sold 5 of those apartments - and at higher prices. Are the figures not dramatic?

The company's report for the second quarter shows a decrease in revenue from apartment sales. However, the real estate giant shows a significant increase in net profit to 54 million shekels. What happened to the sales pace, what influenced the wave of cancellations, and how much did the company sell in the last half year? The CEO: "We grew compared to the first quarter."

The property in Katzrin, an 8-room house with a pool and two guest units, was purchased by a couple from the USA. The property is located in the southern part of the neighborhood, features an exceptionally large built-up area, and offers an unobstructed view of the Zavitan Stream.

Also: how much was a 2.5-room apartment sold for in Bat Yam and how much was paid for a 4-room apartment in Kiryat Gat? Making a deal.

In the car market, lots are cleared with 20% discounts, but in real estate, tens of thousands of apartments are unsold and the price barely moves. From the "zero report" to the fear of a "domino effect": the real reason contractors prefer to absorb huge interest rates rather than lower the price.

The apartment spans 68 square meters and is located on the first floor out of seven. The real estate agent who represented the sellers in the deal notes: "There is currently activity in Nahariya and quite a few deals are being closed. People have gotten used to the security situation and have returned to the market." Plus more real estate deals from the last week.

The approval of the law to expand the powers of the Subcommittee for National Housing marks a revolution in Israel's housing market: more apartments, fewer barriers, and a shorter path from plans on paper to actual construction.

Y.H. Dimri released its second-quarter 2026 reports, highlighting challenges in its Sde Dov flagship project. Only 40 out of 455 units have been sold to date, leading the company to lower its price-per-square-meter forecast.

Central banks around the world are fleeing from American debt and yields are hitting multi-decade highs. Psagot analyzes the direct impact on the local bond and mortgage market and recommends how to act.

The south was a key region for 10/90 and 20/80 financing campaigns, allowing buyers to enter the market with low initial capital. As large payments fall due, the combination of high interest rates, repayment capacity issues, and eroding apartment prices in some projects is forcing a recalculation. In the Beersheba area, the cancellation rate for 2023 deals approached 7%, significantly higher than...

The Israeli real estate market is hindered not only by macro factors but by outdated legal practices. Attorney Doron Levita argues for a shift toward flexible, adaptive contractual models.

Shoval Engineering has released its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting the sale of 147 apartments compared to 29 in the same quarter of 2025. CEO Ishay Rot stated that housing demand has not disappeared but has been partially postponed.