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Israel's Housing Market Shows Mixed Signs of Recovery in Mid-2026

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First reported by Ynet · 19 hours ago

What happened

Israel's housing market in mid-2026 shows increased new home sales and mortgage activity, driven by financing incentives and concentrated projects, while the resale market weakens. Inventory remains high, and affordable housing resale rates vary by city. The market's future trajectory remains uncertain.

01New home sales and mortgage volumes rise in mid-2026, signaling increased market activity.
02Resale housing market continues to weaken amid cautious seller behavior.
03Financing incentives boost new home sales, especially in Jerusalem and Rehovot.
04Two projects in Tel Aviv's Shde Dov area accounted for 44% of May's new home sales.
05First-time buyers and investors increase purchases, while upgraders reduce activity.
06Affordable housing resale rates vary, with significant capital gains for sellers.

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