Ma'alot Dafna — Comprehensive Neighborhood Guide

Ma'alot Dafna is a Jerusalem neighborhood named after the myrtle tree (in Arabic: Dafna). The neighborhood was established in the 1970s in northern Jerusalem, between Givat Tzarfatit and Shmuel Hanavi, and has since become one of the greenest, quietest, and most beloved neighborhoods in the city.

Location and Boundaries

• North: Givat Tzarfatit and Hebrew University
• South: Shmuel Hanavi and Ramat Shlomo
• East: Ramat Eshkol and Abassiya
• West: Sanhedria and Northern Rehavia

Population and Lifestyle

Ma'alot Dafna houses about 8,000 residents, with an emphasis on a religious-national population. In recent years, the number of immigrants from North America and England who chose to settle here has increased. The atmosphere is neighborhood-like and intimate — neighbors know each other, there is a strong synagogue community, and Hadasa Boulevard enjoys pleasant neighborhood walks.

Education

• State-religious elementary school in the neighborhood
• Municipal and community kindergartens
• Proximity to high schools in Givat Tzarfatit and Shmuel Hanavi
• Yeshivas and schools with diverse programs

Transportation and Accessibility

• Direct bus lines to central Jerusalem
• Proximity to the intersection of Ma'alot Dafna and Shmuel Hanavi streets
• Easy access to Highway 1 and northern Jerusalem

What to Check Before Buying?

• Building rights — some apartments can be expanded according to TAMA 38
• Elevator — older buildings may not always have an elevator
• Parking — parking conditions vary from street to street
• Apartment orientation — eastern apartments enjoy a beautiful view

Property Center would be happy to provide a neighborhood tour and help choose the most suitable street and building for your needs.