Real estate

Real Estate in Israel: Smart Investment in Residential and Commercial Properties

Israel, as an economic and technological powerhouse, offers a wide range of real estate investment opportunities, from residential properties to commercial complexes, industrial parks, and advanced office towers. The growth of cities, the increasing demand for high-quality housing, and renewed infrastructure make the Israeli market an attractive opportunity for both local and international investors.

The Israeli market is characterized by high demand for real estate, especially in major city centers such as Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Haifa, as well as in the developing periphery. Population growth, the need for affordable housing, and the development of employment areas are driving sustained demand for real estate assets.

Key Activity Areas in Real Estate

Residential Real Estate

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Development of housing in city centers and the periphery: The demand for quality housing in Israel continues to rise, with an emphasis on projects in city centers and developing areas in the periphery.

Notable companies:

  • Azorim: A leader in residential projects across the country.
  • Shikun & Binui: Specializes in developing large residential neighborhoods with an emphasis on sustainability and green building.
  • Gindi Holdings: Focuses on luxury high-rise residential buildings in major city centers.
  • Ashtrom: Specializes in residential construction and community-oriented development.

Commercial Real Estate

Business centers, malls, and office towers: The growth of commerce and high-tech in Israel creates demand for advanced business centers and large commercial spaces.

Notable companies:

  • Melisron: Manages large shopping centers such as Ramat Aviv Mall and the Golden Mall.
  • Amot Investments: Specializes in the development and management of commercial properties and office towers throughout the country.
  • Gav-Yam: A leader in the development of industrial and high-tech parks, including the Matam Park in Haifa and Har Hotzvim Park in Jerusalem.
  • Azrieli Group: Owns shopping centers and office towers, including the Azrieli Towers in Tel Aviv.

Urban Renewal - Pinui-Binui and TAMA 38

Upgrading buildings and infrastructure in cities: Urban renewal projects improve the quality of life in the city, increase housing supply, and raise property values.

Notable companies:

  • Africa Urban Renewal: Specializes in Pinui-Binui projects in central Israel.
  • Ashdar: A leader in TAMA 38 projects, with numerous developments in Tel Aviv and its surroundings.
  • Carasso Real Estate: Engages in urban renewal projects.
  • Boney HaTichon: Specializes in construction and development within the framework of TAMA 38 and Pinui-Binui.

Industrial and Logistics Real Estate

Logistics centers and industrial parks: The demand for logistics centers is growing with the development of e-commerce and the need for advanced storage and distribution solutions.

Notable companies:

  • Reit 1: A real estate investment fund focused on income-generating properties in the fields of industry and logistics.
  • Electra Real Estate: Engages in investments and development of industrial and logistics properties in Israel and abroad.
  • Gav-Yam: In addition to its commercial activities, it is involved in the development of advanced industrial parks.

Hospitality and Tourism Real Estate

Development of hotels and vacation complexes: The tourism industry in Israel is expanding, with increasing demand for quality hotels and accommodation.

Notable companies:

  • Fattal: The largest hotel chain in Israel, with hotels across the country and worldwide.
  • Isrotel: Operates a chain of luxury hotels and resorts, including boutique hotels and vacation complexes.
  • Dan Hotels: A longstanding hotel chain focusing on luxury hotels in major cities.
  • Brown Hotels: A rapidly expanding boutique hotel chain in Israel and Europe.

Private and Foreign Real Estate Investments

Investments in residential and commercial properties: Private investors and foreign funds seek investment opportunities in income-generating properties in Israel.

Notable companies:

  • Remax Israel: Part of the international brokerage network, providing brokerage and property management services.
  • Anglo-Saxon: Specializes in residential and commercial property brokerage, with nationwide coverage.
  • Keller Williams Israel: An international brokerage network operating in Israel, with a focus on professional service for investors.
  • Sotheby's International Realty: Specializes in luxury properties and international investors.

Green Real Estate and Sustainability

Green building and environmental planning: Environmental awareness leads to the development of green, energy-efficient buildings.

Notable companies:

  • Shikun & Binui: Promotes green building in its projects, with an emphasis on environmentally friendly materials.
  • Ashtrom: Engages in green building and implements energy and water-saving technologies.
  • Africa Israel Residences: Incorporates sustainability principles into the design and construction of residential projects.
  • Tidhar Group: Specializes in green building and the development of complexes that integrate the environment and technology.

Office and Tech Real Estate

High-tech and advanced office complexes: The demand for modern office spaces is growing alongside the growth of the high-tech industry.

Notable companies:

  • Amot Real Estate: Develops and manages office properties and high-tech parks.
  • Gazit Globe: Engages in the development and management of shopping centers and offices in Israel and abroad.
  • Azrieli Group: A leader in building office towers.

Long-term Rental Real Estate

Affordable long-term rental housing: Providing affordable housing solutions for families and young people.

Notable companies:

  • Apartment for Rent: A government company that builds long-term rental housing projects.
  • Africa Residences: Develops projects intended for long-term rental in city centers.
  • Azorim Living: Specializes in rental housing with additional services for tenants.

Rural and Agricultural Real Estate Investments

Properties in kibbutzim and moshavim: Opportunities to invest in rural properties with potential for appreciation.

Notable companies:

  • Galilee Development Company: Engages in the development of agricultural and tourism real estate projects in northern Israel.
  • Rasco: A veteran company specializing in rural and agricultural real estate development.
  • Hevrat HaKsharot: Engages in land development and agricultural property investments, including tourism projects.