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60 Years of Work Needed to Buy a Home in Israel, New Construction Plan Offers Hope
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By הקומה ה-12
First reported by Mako · Aug 11, 2026
What happened
Housing prices in Israel have risen so sharply that it takes 60 years of work to buy a home, but a new approved construction plan aims to ease this burden by increasing supply and reducing risks for young buyers.
- 01It takes 60 years of work for young couples in Israel to afford a home.
- 02Housing prices continue to push homeownership out of reach for many.
- 03Alex Kleinstein from Cushman revealed a new approved construction plan.
- 04The plan involves building up to the 12th floor to increase housing supply.
- 05The initiative aims to reduce risks and improve accessibility for buyers.
- 06The plan was presented on Keshet 12 and Medio Real Estate on August 11, 2026.
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