Most families planning to immigrate to Israel do not consider Tel Aviv as a family living option. This is primarily due to two main reasons:
1. People who have previously visited Israel usually visit the city center, close to the beaches. The city center is characterized by a young, vibrant population. Downtown Tel Aviv is known for its numerous bars, cafes, restaurants, and clubs, leading visitors to perceive it as a party area and a city less suitable for families.
2. People who have not yet visited Israel perceive Tel Aviv as a city with a high cost of living, unsuitable for family life and more tailored to tech workers and young adults without commitments.
This perception is misleading as Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel after Jerusalem and has a wide variety of neighborhoods. Moreover, most neighborhoods in Greater Tel Aviv are family residential neighborhoods with schools, kindergartens, parks, stadiums, country clubs, youth movements, pools, children’s clubs, sports clubs, and much more. According to a 2022 survey, 56% of all Tel Aviv residents were family households, 24% were households aged 65 and over, and the remaining 20% were single-person households.
Furthermore, in 2024, Tel Aviv became the city that absorbed the most new immigrants after Netanya (over 4,000 people).s.
According to the 2022 papulation poll, 21% of Tel Aviv’s population are children under the age of 18. 17.7% of them visit Israeli formal education systems. Israeli formal and free education system starts from the age of 3. Children under 3 years old visit private care settings.
Students can choose from a variety of educational settings, including government-run schools, religious schools, Haredi schools, and independent schools. There are also private education systems that follow the main curriculum but they are private schools with their own characteristics.
Approximately 80% of students enrolled in formal education in Tel Aviv are eligible for a high school diploma, making the city a leader in educational attainment.
Due to the increase of population in the city in the recent decade, lots of new schools and kindergartens were built to meet the need.
Due to its charm and central location, Neve Tzedek is a highly sought-after neighborhood. Property prices are relatively high compared to other parts of Tel Aviv, yet lower than in other luxury neighborhoods. The high demand and limited supply lead to a steady increase in prices, making it an attractive investment. Prices per meter vary from 65,000 to 140,000. It all depends on the location, property condition, and all-important sea view.
Neve Tzedek is a unique neighborhood that combines historical charm with modern living. It mostly reminds an old European small town with its narrow streets and unique architecture. Its diverse population, beautiful architecture, excellent amenities, and proximity to the beach make it a highly desirable place to live. While property prices are high, Neve Tzedek remains an attractive investment and a wonderful place to call home for those seeking a vibrant and authentic Tel Aviv experience
