Under construction German Colony · Jerusalem
New construction · Jerusalem
New Construction in Jerusalem
Looking for new construction in Jerusalem? These are the new projects selling now in the city's most sought-after neighborhoods: the German and Greek Colonies, Rehavia, Rassco, Katamon and Arnona. From pre-construction boutique buildings to new towers along Hebron Road, our team has reviewed every project listed here.
12 projects across 9 neighborhoods
New projects in Jerusalem
Under construction 
Pre-sale Greek Colony · Jerusalem
Amatzia 3A
Under construction Greek Colony · Jerusalem
Yehoshua Bin Nun 28A
Pre-sale Rehavia · Jerusalem
YTD on Ussishkin 4
Pre-sale Rassco · Jerusalem
Horkanya 22
Pre-sale Rassco · Jerusalem
Krasny at Shimoni 23
Pre-sale North Arnona · Jerusalem
YTD on Caspi 8
Under construction Arnona · Jerusalem
Ein Tzurim 4
Under construction Arnona · Jerusalem
Arnona Residences
Under construction Talpiot · Jerusalem
VISION
Ramat Rachel · Jerusalem
Melach HaAretz
Under construction Katamon · Jerusalem
SOHO Jerusalem
Buying new construction in Jerusalem
Jerusalem has very little open land, so most new construction in the city’s central neighborhoods comes from urban renewal. Older buildings are either reinforced and expanded (TAMA 38) or demolished and rebuilt (pinui-binui). The result is a steady flow of boutique new projects of 15 to 50 apartments in neighborhoods that rarely see anything new, alongside larger tower projects on the city’s southern edge.
The German Colony, Greek Colony and Rehavia
The Colonies and Rehavia are the first choice for most American buyers looking for a vacation home. They’re walkable, close to synagogues and cafés, and a short ride from the Old City. New projects here are small and sell quickly, often before construction begins. Current examples include HaShlosha in the German Colony, Amatzia 3A and Yehoshua Bin Nun 28A in the Greek Colony, and Ussishkin 4 in Rehavia.
Rassco and Katamon
Rassco and Katamon offer a similar lifestyle with somewhat more space for the money. Boutique projects such as Horkanya 22 and Shimoni 23 suit families, while SOHO Jerusalem brings towers, a park and a shopping boulevard to Katamon.
Arnona, Talpiot and Hebron Road
Arnona and the Hebron Road corridor are where Jerusalem’s new residential towers are going up, along the new Blue Line light rail. Expect amenities such as gyms, pools, lobbies and residents’ lounges, and lower prices per square foot than the Colonies. See Arnona Residences, VISION, Melach HaAretz and the smaller Ein Tzurim 4 and Caspi 8.
Pre-construction in Jerusalem
Most new construction in Israel is sold pre-construction (also called off-plan or pre-sale): you buy from the developer before or during building, usually at a lower price than the finished apartment will command. By law, your payments are protected by a bank guarantee. Part of the price is usually linked to Israel’s construction cost index, and payment plans such as 20/80 (20% at signing, 80% on completion) are common. The trade-off is time: completion dates can move, so it’s important to know where the project stands on permits and construction before you sign.
How we help
As buyer’s agents, we represent you, never the developer. We compare each project with the rest of the market, check the developer’s track record and the permit status, negotiate the price and payment terms, and work alongside your own Israeli attorney. Read our guide to buying property in Israel for the full process.
New construction in Jerusalem: FAQs
Which new projects in Jerusalem are selling now?
Current new construction in Jerusalem includes boutique buildings such as HaShlosha in the German Colony, Amatzia 3A and Yehoshua Bin Nun 28A in the Greek Colony, Ussishkin 4 in Rehavia, and Horkanya 22 and Shimoni 23 in Rassco, plus larger projects like Arnona Residences, VISION, Melach HaAretz and SOHO Jerusalem. Each has its own page above with photos, prices and status.
What does pre-construction mean in Israel?
Pre-construction (also called pre-sale or buying off-plan) means buying an apartment from the developer before or during construction. Prices are usually lowest at this stage, your payments are protected by a bank guarantee, and you receive the keys when the building is completed, often two to four years later.
How much does new construction cost in Jerusalem?
It depends heavily on the neighborhood. Recent new construction has ranged from roughly ₪38,000–45,000 per square meter (about ₪3,500–4,200 per square foot) in Talpiot and Arnona to ₪55,000–75,000 or more per square meter (about ₪5,100–7,000 per square foot) in Baka and the Colonies. Each project page shows the developer's starting price where one has been published.
What does "rooms" mean in Israeli listings?
Israeli listings count rooms, not bedrooms, and the living room counts as a room. A 5-room apartment usually has 4 bedrooms, and a 3-room apartment has 2. On our site, we always list the number of bedrooms.
Can Americans buy new construction in Jerusalem?
Yes. Americans and other foreign residents regularly buy new construction in Jerusalem, usually directly from the developer and with their own Israeli attorney. Purchase tax is higher for non-residents than for a first Israeli home, so it's worth running the numbers before you commit.
What are TAMA 38 and pinui-binui?
They're Israel's two main urban renewal programs. TAMA 38 reinforces or rebuilds an existing building and adds new apartments. Pinui-binui (evacuation and rebuilding) replaces several older buildings with a larger new complex. Many of Jerusalem's boutique new projects are TAMA 38.
Not seeing the right project in Jerusalem?
We search the whole Jerusalem market for you, including pre-launch and off-market opportunities, and we represent you, never the developer.