Real Estate & Architecture
Buyers sue seller for hiding dangerous construction violations in Tel Aviv luxury tower
Lawsuit claims seller illegally demolished structural blast wall in YOO Towers apartment, endangering building stability and lives; buyers allege fraud and seek to void deal
Hila Tsion | 10:09 | 02.04.26
דירה מידימליסטית בשכונת אפקה, עיצוב: לירון גונן
Science agrees, experts confirm: 6 home design mistakes that quietly undermine well-being
How residential design affects mental health and why poor planning can raise stress, erode privacy and disrupt daily life, according to environmental psychology research and architects who say many common mistakes are easy to fix
Vered Matsliah Ellenbogen, Kobi Gal | 04:22 | 02.04.26
מבשרת ציון
Home prices tick up after eight months of decline, surprising officials
Housing prices climbed 0.7% in October–November 2025, defying expectations and breaking a months-long downturn; despite slower sales, recent secondhand deals show continued activity in cities across the country
Hila Tsion | 14:34 | 02.01.26
מתקן טיהור השפכים שפדן
How sewage is blocking Israel’s housing boom
Government targeting critical sewage infrastructure gap that has stalled over 100,000 housing units, aiming to fast-track wastewater upgrades to ease a nationwide housing shortage, lower costs and support long-term urban growth
Hila Tsion | 11:48 | 02.01.26
הדבקת יריעות על הקירות. עיצוב: אהובה יום טוב
Selling your apartment? Five simple, low-cost upgrades that can boost its value
In a buyers’ market, selling an older apartment takes more effort; here are 5 small, affordable upgrades that can dramatically improve first impressions, speed up a sale and help you get closer to your asking price
Galit Hareli | 04:39 | 01.30.26
הדמיות של קמפוס אנבידיה המתוכנן בטבעון
The Nvidia effect? Kiryat Tivon homeowner cancels apartment sale, betting on rising prices
After tech giant announced plans for a massive chip campus nearby, a Kiryat Tivon property owner withdrew a signed deal, saying prices could surge within a year or two as investors move quickly to secure homes in the area
Hila Tsion | 19:31 | 01.27.26
ארמון קא דריו בוונציה
Murder, suicide and deaths: Venice’s 'Cursed Palace' returns to the market
The 15th-century Ca’ Dario palace on Venice’s Grand Canal, long linked to a string of violent deaths and tragedies, is up for sale again for about €20 million, blending Gothic splendor, modern upgrades and centuries of dark legend
News Agencies | 09:00 | 01.26.26
בית המשאית
Love Island star goes off-grid with stylish home on wheels
Reality TV star Reef Har Even bought a used truck for 65,000 shekels, invested another 185,000 in renovations and transformed it into a 14-square-meter vintage-style home with space for a motorcycle and the freedom to roam across Israel
Maya Benita | 07:55 | 01.26.26
דירה בראשון לציון, עיצוב: ליאת זליג
How a standard apartment in Rishon LeZion became a personal family home
A young couple with two daughters transformed a typical contractor-built apartment into a warm, Scandinavian-inspired home, complete with an adventure-filled playroom for the children and a professional home music studio for the father
Shir Bader | 16:00 | 01.25.26
מפגין אנטי-ישראלי עם חולצה הקוראת לאינתיפאדה, ביום השנה השני למתקפת הטרור של חמאס
'How’s the public transportation? Where are the schools and the nearest synagogue?'
As war and a global rise in antisemitism reshape priorities, Jewish investors and families are increasingly weighing relocation to Israel, prompting new questions about housing, communities and long-term security, real estate expert Aviv Tasa says
ynet Global | 09:54 | 01.25.26
בית פרטי בתכנון בריק רוה אדריכלים
Modern family living: how one Israeli couple built a minimalist oasis on farmland
A single-level retreat with sweeping views, pools for adults and toddlers and a dramatic wing-shaped roof designed for hosting their extended family in comfort and style
Gili Kanelbaum | 05:10 | 01.25.26
Lights of renewal: Yeruham shines bright with stunning urban art installations
New project blends light, local storytelling and sustainability, using handcrafted sculptures to support urban renewal and strengthen community life in the desert town
ynet Global | 08:56 | 01.22.26
האם יוקם בית כלא לאסירים פליליים? מתחם איקאה ואזור התעסוקה בראשון־לציון | צילום: דוברות עיריית ראשון־לציון
Behind the IKEA: Rishon LeZion fights plan to build massive prison on prime central land
The planned facility would cover 260 dunams behind the IKEA store near the Sorek industrial zone, an area now surrounded by offices, major roads, rail lines and national infrastructure
Hila Tsion | 08:12 | 01.22.26
שדרת עצי פיקוס בתל אביב
The root of the problem: Tel Aviv residents battle decades-old ficus trees
Cracking walls, clogged pipes and rising costs plague a Tel Aviv neighborhood where protected ficus trees wreak havoc underground, leaving residents demanding action from city officials
Lihi Gordon | 10:11 | 01.21.26
פרויקט שירת הים של קבוצת נתיב בקרית ים | צילום: סנפשוט
'I stopped going to Manhattan': pressure after Mamdani’s win drives Jews to buy homes in Israel
War, anti-Israel protests and rising antisemitism are reshaping Israel’s housing market, with a surge in interest from diaspora Jews and foreign residents seeking homes to live in, not investments, especially in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Netanya and Beit Shemesh
Hila Tsion | 08:32 | 01.20.26
Real Estate
The billionaire-fueled shakeup in luxury housing: Israel’s biggest real estate deals of 2025
A surprising shift in Israel’s luxury housing market in 2025 sees Tel Aviv lose ground to Jerusalem, Herzliya and Caesarea, as mostly foreign buyers continue to invest despite the security situation; here are the 10 costliest deals reported this year
Hila Tsion | 17:59 | 01.17.26
הבית של הזמרת אסאלה יוסף
Inside the Druze star’s golden home: five living rooms, a 150-year-old piano and a giant crown
When Asala Yousef is not on screen as a judge on the singing reality show ‘Your Microphone’, she is redesigning her palace-like home in Daliyat al-Karmel, cooking, hosting and running two Instagram accounts with more than a million followers
Miri Ben-David Livi | 11:20 | 01.17.26
Real estate
How to buy property in Israel without setting foot in the country
With the right legal framework and professionals on the ground, international buyers can complete Israeli real estate transactions remotely through power of attorney, avoiding delays, travel hurdles and missed opportunities
Noah Sander | 09:42 | 01.17.26
Tel Aviv leads in new home sales
Tel Aviv leads new home sales as Haifa tops secondhand market
Central Bureau of Statistics reports nearly 8,000 homes sold in November 2025, a sharp rebound from October; despite monthly surge, three-month view shows housing market remains in slowdown, with transaction volumes still down year over year
Hila Tsion | 12:18 | 01.15.26
שוק הדגים בסדיני, אוסטרליה
Sydney unveils $830 million waterfront fish market blending architecture, food and sustainability
Set along the harbor, Sydney’s new fish market pairs a dramatic wave-shaped roof with sweeping bay views, positioning the project as a major culinary, architectural and environmental landmark for locals and tourists
Amnon Direktor | 03:17 | 01.14.26
עבודות השיקם בכפר עזה
Kfar Aza rebuilds after Oct. 7, plans return of residents to ravaged kibbutz
Gaza border community begins rebuilding, launching a new housing neighborhood and working to bring residents back while weighing how to preserve memory without turning the site into a memorial
Roni Green Shaulov | 18:52 | 01.13.26
שירלי חמני
Hundreds sue woman opposing massive Tel Aviv renewal project over care of her cats
A lawsuit by 294 Tel Aviv homeowners seeks millions from several residents, including Shirley Hamani, who lives with 12 cats and feeds street cats; Hamani opposes the renewal project as planned, saying it fails to address the welfare of the animals
Lital Dubrovitsky | 18:06 | 01.13.26
עמי לוטבק
Wiz co-founder drops 28M shekels on half a street in Binyamina
Land located near the Binyamina winery acquired by Ami Luttwak in two separate transactions from two longtime local families who had lived in the town for decades
Dotan Levi, Calcalist | 09:52 | 01.13.26
המגדל בסביליה
Israeli investors buy southern Spain’s tallest tower in 500 million shekel deal
Spanish real estate investment firm Argis Fund, backed mainly by Israeli investors, is acquiring the 39-story Torre Sevilla skyscraper from CaixaBank in one of the largest Israeli-led property deals in Europe
Hila Tsion | 16:57 | 01.12.26
Landowners petition court over construction ban near military base
Gedera landowners petition planning authorities after their land excluded from new employment zone over its proximity to a military base, arguing the Defense Ministry has since lifted the security restrictions that justified the ban
Hila Tsion | 12:40 | 01.12.26
תחנה מרכזית תל אביב, היום – והדמיה עתידית
Outdated central bus stations give way to integrated transit hubs set to reshape Israel’s cities
Not a central bus station but a multi-modal transport hub where rail, buses and metro meet as 7 major centers planned along the Ayalon corridor and new electric bus terminals nationwide aim to turn neglected stations into urban anchors
Sivan Hilaie | 12:46 | 01.11.26
Tel Aviv
The most common surprises foreign buyers face when purchasing property in Israel
Foreign buyers in Israel often overlook key payment timelines, tax rules and commission terms; understanding these early, especially purchase tax, aliyah benefits and construction index, can make the difference between closing or delaying a deal
Noah Sander | 17:15 | 01.10.26
איילת שבו
‘As a child I had no home; today I build homes for others’
Sent to a children’s village at age 7 and divorced with a baby at 23, architect Ayelet Shabo overcame a fractured childhood to build a successful career; at 47, she returned to the village where she grew up to renovate it as a volunteer
Galit Hareli | 14:28 | 01.08.26
בית פרטי ליד חוף אשקלון, תכנון: מור זוארץ אדריכלות ועיצוב פנים
Periphery, but spectacular: architect transforms Ashkelon shell into coastal oasis
Architect Mor Zuaretz crafts a three-level family home with modern lines, natural stone and wood and a basement turned entertainment hub
Gili Kanelbaum | 14:20 | 01.06.26
סגרדה פמיליה
World’s tallest church tops out after 140 years under construction
The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, whose cornerstone was laid by architect Antoni Gaudí in 1882, broke a record this month by becoming the world’s tallest church at 172.5 meters, as the century-long project nears completion
Amnon Direktor | 12:51 | 01.06.26
Why total victory in this war is directly tied to Israel’s real estate future
As long as security remains uncertain, Israel’s housing demand will stay concentrated in the center; a clear victory could rapidly unlock growth in the north, south and border regions
Noah Sander | 09:07 | 01.03.26
אתר בנייה
Israel approves 80% more homes than planned in 2025
Planning bodies break annual record amid push for urban renewal and infrastructure expansion, but construction delays remain a key challenge
Hila Tsion | 03:48 | 01.02.26
איי התמרים המלאכותיים בדובאי
Bat Yam eyes Dubai-style future with plan for artificial island off its coast
Bat Yam has issued a call for proposals to build a 1.5-kilometer artificial island offshore, reviving an uncoordinated plan that faces environmental and regulatory hurdles, even as Mayor Tzvika Brot insists the project can move forward quickly
Guy Nardi | 14:16 | 12.31.25
The HUBayta innovation center near the Lebanon border
'New York-level infrastructure': in wake of war, Galilee startup hub opens on the border
A grassroots group launches an innovation center near the Lebanon border, aiming to revive the evacuated north with tech jobs, startups relocating from central Israel and a push to anchor Israel’s future at its periphery; 'Last startup at the last border'
Yair Kraus | 15:26 | 12.28.25
הדירה של בר וסתיו, כאן גרים
Putin’s neighbors transform their Tel Aviv home with a striking DIY makeover
A couple moves into a Tel Aviv building where the Russian president owns an apartment and transforms their rental with hands-on design, globally sourced finds and custom-built features for their cats
Noam Ron | 12:12 | 12.28.25
Should antisemitism be the reason to buy real estate in Israel?
Rising antisemitism is prompting many Jews to consider buying property in Israel, but experts say fear should be a trigger — not the foundation — for investing in the Jewish state’s future
Noah Sander | 12:11 | 12.27.25
הריסת בניינים ב רמת גן שנפגעו מטיל מ איראן
Knesset committee launches debate on bill to fast-track rehabilitation of war-hit housing
Lawmakers begin deliberations on proposed legislation aimed at rehabilitating residential areas damaged during the war by accelerating urban renewal processes that often take nearly a decade but critics warn of deep legal and social concerns
Hila Tsion | 20:21 | 12.25.25
The plot in Jerusalem purchased for the US embassy
Before breaking ground, US embassy move to Jerusalem nets hundreds of millions
Even before construction begins, land deals and nearby projects tied to the planned embassy in the capital's Arnona neighborhood have generated hundreds of millions of shekels for private developers
Amitai Gazit, Calcalist | 14:09 | 12.24.25
עיצוב דירה קומפקטית, סטודיו טולה
Small space, big style: the art of smart apartment design
From layout and lighting to furniture, storage and color, top Israeli designers share expert tips to help transform compact apartments into cozy, functional homes with room for personality, comfort and even a little drama
Yulia Prilik Niv | 18:08 | 12.20.25
Bat Yam
Bat Yam: from overlooked coastal city to investor hotspot
Improved transit, large-scale renewal and rising demand are reshaping Bat Yam into one of central Israel’s most attractive and affordable coastal markets, offering Tel Aviv access without Tel Aviv prices
Noah Sander | 08:40 | 12.20.25
בית בסגנון טוסקנה בשרון, אדריכלות ועיצוב פנים: שירלי דן
Inspired by Lego: European-style villa for a family of eight
In central Israel, spacious house stands on what was intended to be two separate houses; blending Tuscan charm with Israeli practicality, home features open spaces, a pool, custom kids' areas and design focused on beauty and function
Yulia Prilik Niv | 20:39 | 12.18.25
דירה להשכרה
Rental market cools as seasonal slowdown, softer demand hit prices
Government data for November shows easing rent hikes for new and renewing tenants; other indicators point to actual nationwide decline, with sharp drops in cities like Herzliya and Tel Aviv as winter season dampens demand across real estate market
Hila Tsion | 16:30 | 12.17.25
המטה הקיים של אנבידיה ביקנעם
Israel set to finalize Nvidia land deal for major new campus in north
The Israel Land Authority says a deal granting Nvidia discounted land in Kiryat Tivon for a massive new development campus will be signed within days, after receiving required approvals due to the company’s foreign ownership
Hila Tsion | 20:57 | 12.15.25
אתר בנייה אילוסטרציה
Israel home sales hit two-year low in October, data shows
Home sales plunged 35% from September and 17% year over year, with fewer than 4,700 units sold; second-hand sales down across all districts, while Tel Aviv and central region hold largest inventory of unsold new homes
Hila Tsion | 22:44 | 12.14.25
הריסת המבנים הישנים בפרויקט פינוי בינוי רובע היובל בירושלים
Heirs entitled to urban renewal benefits promised to elderly
Justice Ministry says developers must honor special benefits granted to homeowners aged 70 and over in urban renewal projects even if they die before completion, unless contracts clearly state otherwise, making rights part of the estate
Hila Tsion | 08:58 | 12.14.25
The 5 most common mistakes buyers make when purchasing property in Israel
Misunderstanding the market, hesitating at the wrong moment and resisting local norms are some of the pitfalls that trip up international buyers; avoiding them can lead to a smoother, more successful property purchase
Noah Sander | 14:21 | 12.13.25
בית האופרה החדש שנבנה בהאנוי
Paradox: opera houses booming despite declining audiences worldwide
Opera houses by Renzo Piano in Hanoi and Bjarke Ingels in Hamburg highlight a global trend: using bold cultural architecture to attract tourists and broaden appeal beyond classical opera enthusiasts
Amnon Direktor | 05:30 | 12.12.25
נשיא ארה"ב טראמפ מציג הדמיה של אולם נשפים חדש שבנייתו החלה ב הבית הלבן
Trump taps Jewish architect who fought migrant deportations for White House ballroom
Shortly after his flagship project began, the US president dismissed his chosen architect and appointed Shalom Baranes, a Jewish architect born in Libya known for designing federal buildings in Washington; another twist on the way to the golden ballroom?
Amnon Direktor | 11:56 | 12.11.25
Lior Levy, CEO of Nadlan B'Jeans
Madrid's off-market real estate draws investors seeking discounted properties
Israeli firm Nadlan B'Jeans focuses on distressed assets sold below market value; CEO discusses 'Okupas' occupancy issues, AI-driven deal sourcing; company has completed over 1,800 transactions across Spain using unconventional acquisition strategies
Sivan Raviv | 15:53 | 12.10.25
פרח פיטרסה, STUDIO PERPEL
Israeli Design Day returns with 30 designers across three locations
An artist who turns old clay vessels into light fixtures, a designer who bends wood into quiet furniture and about 30 other Israeli creators take part in the event’s fourth year, held in Jaffa’s Greek Market, Gan HaHashmal and Kiryat HaMelacha with talks, workshops, tours and discounts
Yulia Prilik-Niv | 03:21 | 12.10.25
בארי
'We don’t want to live in Auschwitz': Be’eri votes to demolish homes destroyed in Oct. 7 massacre
Following months of debate on how to honor victims, residents approved clearing most destroyed homes while preserving one damaged building as a temporary testimony site before full reconstruction begins
Roni Green Shaulov | 18:54 | 12.08.25
בית המכולה בני ציון minima
Housing fix for young Israelis? Used shipping container turned into a home for NIS 200,000
Brothers Shahar and Roi Gefen bought a used shipping container at the Ashdod port for NIS 10,000 and converted it into a fully furnished, fully equipped home suitable for one person or a couple
Yulia Prilik Niv | 03:59 | 12.08.25
אחוזה ומרכז העיר במבט־על
Ra’anana to sign massive NIS 1.75B state deal for 6,800 homes and major city expansion
Agreement will channel state funding into new neighborhoods, public buildings and major infrastructure, doubling the city’s commercial space and setting a 20-year development plan projected to boost the population by about 20 percent
Hila Tsion | 14:27 | 12.07.25
As housing prices slide, here’s what a 4-room Tel Aviv apartment costs now
And also: how much a five-room penthouse in Ramla sold for, what buyers paid for a three-room apartment in Be’er Sheva and the price of a two-room apartment in Jerusalem; a snapshot of this week’s second-hand deals
Hila Tsion | 11:31 | 12.07.25
מעל האי כף תמר
A green kitchen dream: how to upgrade your kitchen design with plants
Kitchen plants can turn a generic cooking space into a lush, welcoming hub, but counters and floors are often too precious to spare. Here are four smart ways to use every inch, from hanging greens to window ledges and cabinet tops, without crowding
Rinat Tal | 05:06 | 12.06.25
Housing market
Prediction for Israel’s real estate market: what to expect in the years ahead
As interest rates ease and the war’s shock fades, Israel’s real estate market is set for a slow rebound led by new construction; expect a sharper divide between upgraded and neglected buildings, with the strongest percentage gains shifting to rail-linked suburbs
Noah Sander | 01:38 | 12.06.25
פרנק גרי
Frank Gehry, visionary architect behind Bilbao Guggenheim, dies at 96
Pritzker Prize winner and Canadian-born Jewish American who reshaped modern architecture with sculptural landmarks from Bilbao to Paris has died in Santa Monica after a respiratory illness, his office says
Yulia Prilik Niv | 00:46 | 12.06.25
הבניין עליו השתלטו החשודים
Israeli lawyer, US citizen arrested in alleged multimillion-shekel Tel Aviv real estate scam
‘Police say the suspects forged documents, seized a building belonging to two elderly sisters and sold it twice, collecting a 2 million-shekel down payment from each buyer’ 
Meir Turgeman | 14:00 | 12.03.25
The Lion Playground Structure at Eco Park Ashkelon
Ashkelon inaugurates the largest playground facility in Israel and the world
The city unveiled what it calls the largest playground facility in Israel and the world, a towering lion-shaped structure filled with tunnels, slides and accessible features designed to create a multi-sensory play experience for children
ynet Global | 05:36 | 12.02.25
Haifa
Villa with 7 rooms sold for 2.8 million shekel as home prices edge down again
How much did a 5-room garden apartment in Harish sell for, what was the price of a 3.5-room apartment in Beer Sheva, and what did someone pay for a 2-room apartment in Haifa?  
Hila Tsion | 01:10 | 12.01.25
Real Estate & Architecture
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