Israeli Housing Prices Show Slight Increase After Extended Decline
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Israeli housing prices saw a slight 0.1% increase in May-June 2026, but remain down 1.5% year-over-year. The market is affected by the ongoing war, high interest rates, and a strong shekel, though transaction volumes and new apartment sales have surged.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Israeli housing prices rose 0.1% in May-June 2026, but are down 1.5% annually.
- Market slowdown linked to war, high interest rates, and strong shekel.
- Transaction volumes increased significantly in June 2026.
- New apartment sales and secondhand sales saw substantial year-over-year gains.
- Investor activity also increased notably compared to the previous year.
- Tel Aviv remains the most expensive housing market.
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