Judea and Samaria
Efrat
A hillside community south of Jerusalem organised in named neighbourhoods along a single ridge, with a strong modern-orthodox and English-speaking character. Housing is mostly houses and garden apartments, and community fit matters as much as the property itself.
Overview
Real-estate market
Average price per m²
AI estimate26,000 ₪
Nadlan AI estimate — city-wide order of magnitude, not a transaction price
Population
Official12,000
CBS, latest published municipal population (rounded)
Investment score
AI estimate64 / 100
Family score
AI estimate87 / 100
Transport score
AI estimate58 / 100
Gross rental yield
AI estimate3.1%
Resale potential
AI estimate70 / 100
Estimated buying costs
Simulation for a 140 m² unit at the median price (3,640,000 ₪), Israeli resident, primary residence.
Average price per m²
3,640,000 ₪
Total entry costs
165,114 ₪
Effective acquisition-tax rate
Official2.13%
Indicative estimate — every case must be validated by a lawyer.
Pros / Cons
- · Strong English-speaking community life and family infrastructure
- · House-scale living within reach of Jerusalem
- · Small market, few transactions, and area specifics to review with legal advisers
Frequently asked questions
How much does the specific neighbourhood matter?›
A lot. Each neighbourhood along the ridge has its own synagogues, age profile and walking distances, and these differences drive both daily life and resale demand.
Is it realistic to work in Jerusalem from Efrat?›
Yes — it is the standard pattern for most working residents, by car or by the direct bus lines. Test the route at real rush hour before you commit to a specific street.
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