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Guide to the Bak'a Neighborhood in Jerusalem

Before buying an apartment in Bak'a — it's advisable to get to know the neighborhood in depth. Here’s what Bak'a residents say.

Transportation

Light rail — "Bak'a" station on the purple line (under construction). Buses: 71, 72, 75 — to Safra Square and the center. Travel time to downtown Jerusalem: 10–15 minutes.

Schools

• UNESCO School — International education
• Knesset Rachel School — State-religious, popular
• Several private bilingual kindergartens

Shopping and Restaurants

Bethlehem Street — the main thoroughfare: cafes, restaurants, grocery stores, boutiques. Mahane Yehuda Market — 10 minutes by car. Supermarkets: Rami Levy, Shufersal (nearby).

Community

Bak'a is a neighborhood with "soul." Neighbors know each other, neighborhood events, and an active neighborhood committee. Those looking for community — will find it here.

Disadvantages

• Parking — challenging, especially on Shabbat
• Prices — among the highest in Jerusalem
• Noise — Bethlehem thoroughfare active until late hours