How Much Does an Apartment in Ma'alot Dafna Cost in 2026?

Ma'alot Dafna is a sought-after neighborhood in northern Jerusalem, with relatively high prices due to limited supply and constant demand. The neighborhood is not expanding — new construction there is minimal — so those who want an apartment here are often competing for a fixed, not growing, pool.

Table of Apartment Prices in Ma'alot Dafna 2026

• 3-room apartment: 2,100,000–2,800,000 ₪ (average: 2,450,000 ₪)
• 4-room apartment: 2,600,000–3,400,000 ₪ (average: 2,950,000 ₪)
• 5-room apartment and above: 3,200,000–4,200,000 ₪
• Roof apartment / penthouse: 3,800,000–5,500,000 ₪

What Affects the Price?

• Floor and View: A view of greenery, mountains, or the Old City adds 10-18% to the price.
• Parking: Covered parking adds 90,000-130,000 ₪ in this neighborhood.
• Renovation: A fully renovated apartment is higher by 250,000-450,000 ₪ than a raw apartment.
• Proximity to Schools and Synagogues: A significant factor for the religious-national population.

Comparison to Neighboring Neighborhoods

• Givat HaFrenchim: Similar in price, considered slightly more prestigious.
• Ramat Eshkol: Similar prices, different population (more secular and academic).
• Sanhedria: Cheaper by 10-15%, but predominantly Haredi population.
• Shmuel Hanavi: Cheaper by 15-20%, undergoing renewal but different in style.

Market Trends 2025-2026

The Ma'alot Dafna market shows high resilience to fluctuations. The new wave of immigration from North America in 2025-2026 has increased demand in the religious-national neighborhoods of northern Jerusalem, and Ma'alot Dafna is among the major beneficiaries. The average has risen by about 5% in the last 12 months.

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