Rental Prices Surge for Israeli Apartments With Security Rooms Amid Regional Tensions
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First reported by N12 · 14 minutes ago
What happened
Rental prices for Israeli apartments with security rooms (Mamad) have surged significantly over the past year, especially after recent military operations. The premium for Mamad apartments rose to over 31% for 3-room units and 26.4% for 4-room units nationwide, with Nahariya showing the largest increase. Only half of Israeli households have a Mamad, driving higher premiums in areas with fewer protected homes. Demand for Mamad apartments is also reflected in purchase trends, with 65% of second-hand sales including Mamad units in March.
- 01Rental premiums for apartments with Mamad rose to 31% for 3-room and 26.4% for 4-room units nationwide.
- 02Nahariya saw the sharpest increase in Mamad rental premiums, up to 47.8% for 3-room apartments.
- 03Only about 50% of Israeli households have a Mamad, with regional disparities affecting premiums.
- 04Ramat Gan rents for 4-room Mamad apartments rose 29% premium, while non-Mamad rents slightly declined.
- 0565% of second-hand apartment sales in March included Mamad, the highest rate recorded.
- 06Rent prices for new tenants increased 6.6% in June, continuing a rising trend.
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