Metro M1 and Rishon Lezion – The Revolution Changing the Real Estate Market

The metro project of the Gush Dan area, particularly the M1 line, is one of the main factors shaping the real estate market in Rishon Lezion by 2026. The planned metro stations in the city will shorten travel times to Tel Aviv to only 12–18 minutes.

M1 Stations in Rishon Lezion – Where?

• Rishon Lezion Central Station – The heart of the city, on Herzl Street
• Rishon Lezion East Station – Close to the neighborhoods of Ramat Eliyahu and Mishkanot
• Rishon Lezion North Station – Access to Nachlat Yehuda and the industrial area

Value Increase Around Stations

International and local studies indicate an average value increase of 15–25% for apartments within 800 meters of a metro station, during the phase between final approval and the start of construction. In Rishon Lezion, an 11% increase was already recorded in 2025 around the planned stations.

Neighborhoods Benefiting from the Metro

Nachlat Yehuda

Proximity to the northern station creates high demand. Apartment prices rose by 9% from 2024 to 2026.

Central Rishon Lezion

The closest to the central station increased by 13–18%. 4-room apartments crossed the threshold of 3,000,000 ₪.

Recommendations for Investors

Experts from Merkaz HaNekhasim recommend locating properties within 500–1,000 meters of the planned stations before the final approvals are completed. The window of opportunity may close in the next 12–18 months.

For assistance in selecting a property near the metro stations: Available properties in Rishon Lezion.