For international investors
Real estate investment in Israel for international investors
Renew Realty is a real estate brokerage based in Ramat Gan, Israel. We help international investors, family offices, developers and companies find, assess and acquire real estate in Israel, and we help Israeli investors buy property abroad.
- Commercial and income-producing
- Residential and development
- Urban renewal
- Land
- Hotels
- Data center sites
What you can invest in
The asset classes we work on in Israel, for buyers, sellers and partners.
Commercial and income-producing
Office buildings, shopping centers and retail, industrial buildings and logistics warehouses, typically leased to established tenants.
Residential and development
Land for residential development, developer joint ventures, luxury apartments and private homes.
Urban renewal
Pinui-Binui and other redevelopment projects, where old buildings are replaced with new, larger ones.
Urban renewal in IsraelLand
Development land and plots with planning potential, assessed for zoning, building rights and planning risk.
Hotels and hospitality
Operating hotels, land for new hotels, and introductions between hotel owners and operators.
Data center sites
Land and buildings with the power, zoning and connectivity a data center needs.
Data center real estateThe Israeli market in brief
Israel’s real estate market is concentrated in the center of the country. The Tel Aviv metropolitan area, including Ramat Gan, Herzliya and Petah Tikva, is the main office and commercial market. Jerusalem and Haifa are important secondary markets, while logistics and industrial demand follows the central highways and the growing south.
Land ownership works differently from most Western markets. The large majority of land in Israel is publicly owned and managed by the Israel Land Authority, and many properties are held on long-term leases rather than as freehold. This affects due diligence, financing and resale, and it is one of the first things we check on any asset.
Planning is equally important. The value of land and many buildings depends on the approved statutory plan (the taba) and on the realistic chance of changing it, which is why local planning knowledge often decides whether an investment works.
What international investors should know
Ownership and leasehold
Check whether the property is registered freehold or held on an Israel Land Authority lease, and whether any approvals are needed for a foreign buyer.
Taxes
Purchase tax applies to every acquisition, and capital gains (mas shevach) and VAT may apply on sale or on commercial assets. Rates depend on the asset and the buyer, so take tax advice before you sign.
Legal process
Each side is represented by an Israeli lawyer. A caution note is usually registered early to protect the buyer, and ownership is recorded at the Land Registry (Tabu) or with the Israel Land Authority.
Currency and financing
Transactions are priced in shekels. Israeli lenders do finance foreign buyers, usually on more conservative terms than for residents, so plan financing early.
This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Every transaction should be reviewed by independent Israeli lawyers and tax advisers.
How we work with international clients
One local team on your side, from the first brief to signing.
Define the brief
Asset type, location, budget, target returns and the structure you prefer.
Source
Listed and off-market opportunities from our network of owners, developers and partners.
Assess
Planning, leases and pricing, working alongside the lawyers, appraisers and engineers you appoint.
Negotiate and close
Commercial terms, financing options and timetable, through to signed agreements.
Cross-border
Two directions: into Israel, and from Israel abroad
International investors and companies come to us for opportunities in Israel. Israeli investors come to us for property abroad. Through our network of partners and clients we work on opportunities, including off-market deals, in these markets:
Frequently asked questions
More in our market insights.
Can foreigners buy real estate in Israel?
In most cases, yes. Foreign individuals and companies can buy residential and commercial property in Israel. Some land held under Israel Land Authority leases requires approval before it can be transferred to a foreign buyer, so ownership status should be checked early with an Israeli lawyer.
How does commercial real estate investment in Israel work?
Investors usually buy leased, income-producing assets such as office buildings, retail centers or logistics properties, or development sites with planning potential. Returns depend on rent, lease terms, tenant quality and the asset’s planning status. Transactions are handled by lawyers on both sides and registered with the Land Registry or the Israel Land Authority.
What should international investors know before investing in Israel?
Check how the land is held (registered ownership or long-term lease), the approved statutory plan and any planning changes, the tax position on purchase, holding and sale, and how the purchase will be financed. Independent Israeli legal and tax advice is essential.
Where are the main commercial real estate markets in Israel?
The Tel Aviv metropolitan area, including Ramat Gan, Herzliya and Petah Tikva, is the main office and commercial market. Jerusalem and Haifa are important secondary markets, and logistics and industrial demand is spread along the central highways and in growing areas in the south.
Do you also help Israeli investors buy abroad?
Yes. Through our network of partners and clients we work on opportunities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Portugal, Greece and Cyprus, including off-market deals.
Get in touch
Discuss an investment in Israel
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