Jordan Valley Settlements — Kibbutzim and Moshavim Guide 2026 | חדשות נדל"ן | מרכז הנכסים
11 Local Councils in the Jordan Valley

Southern Kinneret includes 11 communities that make up the Jordan Valley Regional Council. It is one of the oldest and most beautiful areas in Israel - the place where the first kibbutz (Degania Alef) was established in 1910. Here is the complete guide.
1. Kibbutz Ma'agan
Established: 1949. Residents: ~400. Character: A warm family kibbutz, "Ma'agan Eden" is the main business. Real Estate: Members' houses 1.8-2.5M ₪, vacation units for investment 1.5-2M.
2. Degania Alef
Established: 1910 (the first kibbutz in Israel!). Residents: ~550. Character: An established kibbutz with a rich history, A.D. Gordon Museum. Real Estate: Members' houses 2-2.8M ₪, unique atmosphere.
3. Degania Bet
Established: 1920. Residents: ~400. Character: A quiet kibbutz, adjacent to Degania Alef, agriculture and industry. Real Estate: Similar to Degania Alef.
4. Kinneret Group (the group)
Established: 1913. Residents: ~500. Character: An old kibbutz, traditional agriculture. Real Estate: Similar to Degania, stable prices.
5. Alummot
Established: 1950. Residents: ~350. Character: A family kibbutz with active agriculture - dates, grapes, greenhouses. Real Estate: Houses and farms at mid-range prices.
6. Beit Zera
Established: 1927. Residents: ~300. Character: A workers' moshav with private agriculture. Real Estate: Farms 1.5-2.5M ₪.
7. Tzemach
Established: 1948. Residents: ~400. Character: A kibbutz with direct access to Tzemach Junction and the Kinneret. Real Estate: Members' houses 2-3M, vacation units.
8. Haon
Established: 1937. Residents: ~300. Character: A kibbutz on the southern shore of the Kinneret, relatively quiet. Real Estate: Limited but attractive prices.
9. Moshava Kinneret
Established: 1908. Residents: ~700. Character: A historic moshava with a unique character, luxury villas up to 9.8M ₪.
10. Poria Kfar Avoda
Established: 1912. Residents: ~700. Character: A moshav on a ridge above the Kinneret, stunning views. Real Estate: Apartments 1-1.5M, villas 4-7M.
11. Poria Illit
Established: A neighborhood of 80-90 years, a community settlement. Character: Luxury neighborhood with modern villas and a view of the Kinneret. Real Estate: Villas 4-8M ₪.
What shared services are available?
- Regional Education Center "Jordan Valley" - Middle School and High School
- Elementary School "Nof Kinneret" in Kinneret Group
- Regional Clinic in Tzemach
- Culture and Sports Center
- Regional Council Headquarters in the regional center
Which community is right for you?
For a young family: Ma'agan, Alummot, Tzemach. For history lovers: Degania Alef, Kinneret Group. For luxury: Moshava Kinneret, Poria Illit. For tourism investors: Ma'agan Eden, Ein Gev. For farmers: Alummot, Beit Zera.
The property center operates in all 11 communities - contact us.