Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics indicate a record in building permits in Israel, with about 82,570 permits issued between April 2025 and March 2026. Despite economic and security challenges, the real estate market shows signs of growth, with housing starts also reaching a peak of over 80,000 housing units in 2025. The data in the field of urban renewal is particularly notable, accounting for about 30% of housing starts, indicating a positive trend in this area.
Tel Aviv-Jaffa has returned to lead the ranking of cities in housing starts, with 7,120 apartments, after Jerusalem had been the leader in previous years. Jerusalem records a significant decline of 25.4% in housing starts, while other cities like Lod and Netanya show positive data. The average construction time has increased to 32.1 months, indicating additional challenges in the field. Overall, the number of apartments in active construction continues to rise, indicating growth potential in the real estate market.