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Ramat vs. Ma'alot Dafna — Giant vs. Medium, but Both are Quality

Ramat and Ma'alot Dafna are two sought-after neighborhoods in northern Jerusalem. Ramat — a huge neighborhood with 80,000 residents, shopping centers, schools, and a mix of religious-secular communities. Ma'alot Dafna — a medium-sized neighborhood near the university, prestigious and highly sought after.

Apartment Prices 2026

Ma'alot Dafna: A 3-room apartment costs 2.3–3.2 million ₪ — high demand from professionals and academics. Ramat: A 3-room apartment costs 2.0–2.8 million ₪ — 10%–20% less than Ma'alot Dafna.

Community

Ma'alot Dafna: A strong Anglo-Israeli community, immigrants, academics, and religious-national families. A "premium" neighborhood of Jerusalem. Ramat: All types of population — Haredim, religious, secular, and immigrants. Huge diversity.

Services

Ramat: Shopping centers, a variety of schools, clinics — almost an independent neighborhood. Ma'alot Dafna: Fewer local services, but close to services of nearby neighborhoods.

What is Better?

Ma'alot Dafna is preferable if: you are looking for an Anglo-academic community and are willing to pay a small premium. Ramat is preferable if: you are looking for a huge neighborhood with plenty of services and a more accessible price.