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Once a bargain, Carmei Gat is transforming into Israel’s newest Anglo boomtown
IL🏛️ Politics12 hr. ago

Once a bargain, Carmei Gat is transforming into Israel’s newest Anglo boomtown

Carmei Gat, a neighborhood on the outskirts of Kiryat Gat in Israel's Negev region, has transformed from a relatively unknown area into a booming hub for English-speaking immigrants and national religious families. Originally established on former farmland in 2017, the neighborhood now houses over 30,000 residents and offers affordable housing options compared to other popular immigrant areas such as Modiin or Beit Shemesh. Real estate agents report a surge in demand, with hundreds of English-speaking families moving in recently. Early investors, like Joel (a pseudonym), have seen significant returns on their property investments due to rising demand and appreciation in property values. The neighborhood is described as offering a close-knit community feel with modern amenities.

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The Times of Israel logoThe Times of IsraelIndependentCenter12 hr. ago
Once a bargain, Carmei Gat is transforming into Israel’s newest Anglo boomtown

Carmei Gat, a neighborhood on the outskirts of Kiryat Gat in Israel's Negev region, has transformed from a relatively unknown area into a booming hub for English-speaking immigrants and national religious families. Originally established on former farmland in 2017, the neighborhood now houses over 30,000 residents and offers affordable housing options compared to other popular immigrant areas such as Modiin or Beit Shemesh. Real estate agents report a surge in demand, with hundreds of English-speaking families moving in recently. Early investors, like Joel (a pseudonym), have seen significant returns on their property investments due to rising demand and appreciation in property values. The neighborhood is described as offering a close-knit community feel with modern amenities.

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