You are asking about a very specific and unique real estate market. The market for large private homes in Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel (RBS Gimmel) does not follow the same rules as the general Israeli market. It is driven by the internal demand of a rapidly growing Charedi community where large families are the norm and housing needs are very specific. The value here is calculated less on aesthetics and more on space, number of bedrooms, and proximity to community institutions.
What defines a “large private home” in RBS Gimmel?
In this neighborhood, a “large private home” almost exclusively refers to one of three types of properties:
- Cottage (Du-Mishpachti): A semi-detached house, typically built on a plot of 250-300 square meters. These are usually 6-8 rooms spread over two or three floors.
- Mishpachti (Single Family Home): A fully detached villa on its own plot, usually around 350-500 square meters. These are less common but highly sought after.
- Massive Duplex/Penthouse: In some apartment buildings, there are very large, custom-designed duplexes or penthouses that function like private homes, often with huge terraces.
The key metric for all these properties is size: a built area of at least 180 square meters, and often exceeding 250 square meters.
What is the current data-driven price range?
Based on an analysis of recent sales and current listings in the second half of 2025, the market breaks down as follows:
- Entry-Level Large Home (Standard Cottage): A standard 6-7 room semi-detached cottage, with a built area of around 180-200 square meters and a small garden, will trade in the range of 4,300,000 to 5,000,000 NIS. The price depends on the level of finishing and exact location within the neighborhood.
- Mid-Range (Upgraded or Larger Cottage): For a larger cottage (220-250 sq m), one that has been architecturally upgraded, or is on a better street, the price range moves up to 5,000,000 to 6,000,000 NIS.
- Premium Tier (Single Family Villa): A fully detached single-family home is the top of the market in RBS Gimmel. These are rare and command a significant premium. Prices for these properties start at 6,500,000 NIS and can go well over 8,000,000 NIS for a large, well-located, and beautifully finished home.
It is crucial to note that these prices are highly localized. This market is less sensitive to national interest rate fluctuations and more sensitive to internal community demand. A “view” or a “designer kitchen” adds less value here than an extra bedroom or a layout that can be easily modified to create more rooms.
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- The market in RBS Gimmel is driven by the needs of the large-family Charedi community, prioritizing size and number of rooms.
- A “large private home” is typically a semi-detached cottage or a detached villa.
- Price Ranges:
- Standard 6-7 room cottage: 4.3M – 5.0M NIS.
- Upgraded/larger cottage: 5.0M – 6.0M NIS.
- Fully detached single-family villa: 6.5M – 8.0M+ NIS.
