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Balfour 8, Ashkelon, Ashkelon

₪1,860,000

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Property Details

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Size

112 sqm

Type

Apartment

Description

Fall in love with this charming apartment at Balfour 8 Ashkelon, offering a perfect blend of comfort and modern design in the desirable Barnea residential area. This apartment is for sale at an attractive price and is owner-occupied, ensuring exceptional quality and maintenance. Located on the first floor out of 9, it spans 112 square meters with a smart layout that simply feels like home. There are a total of 4 rooms, including 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 well-appointed bathrooms with 2 additional toilets. Enjoy a spacious sun balcony that enhances life with moments of relaxation and a wonderful view of the quiet area. The apartment comes with a variety of upgrades: air conditioning to keep cool and comfortable in the summer, a reinforced security room (MAMAD) for safety, a private storage room for extra storage, and an energy-efficient solar water heater. The apartment was recently renovated and is part of a new building with a fast and accessible elevator for people with disabilities, providing a modern and comfortable living experience. One of the key advantages is the adjacent private parking, a significant consideration for parking in Ashkelon. Facing southwest, the apartment is perfectly positioned to enjoy the sun's rays while maintaining maximum privacy. The area is rich in first-class community services in Ashkelon, including proximity to educational institutions, shopping centers, and green parks. The Barnea neighborhood is known for its community harmony and proximity to the Mediterranean Sea. Don't miss the opportunity to live in one of the most magnificent apartments in Jerusalem and the South. Call today to schedule a visit and a personal consultation.

Additional Information

Year Built: 2012
Stories: 9

Location Scores & Comparisons

How this property compares to other sales in Ashkelon and nationally

🚶
Walk ScoreSomewhat Walkable
5.7/10
Average
City: 5.7/10National: 6.1/10
🛡️
Safety RatingModerate
5.3/10
Average
City: 5.5/10National: 6.3/10
💰
Price per m²Average
₪16,607
6% below avg
City: ₪15,664National: ₪20,800
5.7
Walk Score
5.3
Safety
₪16,607
Per m²
Election Data

Knesset Elections · Ashkelon

Political Spectrum

66.5%
30.5%
Right: 66.5%
Center: 30.5%
Left: 2.9%
Arab Parties: 0.1%

Top Parties

1
Likud39.7%
2
Religious Zionism13.3%
3
Yesh Atid12.2%
4
Shas10%
5
National Unity9%
Voter Turnout
61.9%
Total Voters
74,187

Source: Central Elections Committee

School Data

Ministry of Education / RAMA · Ashkelon

School Orientation(36 schools)

56%
39%
State Secular: 20 (56%)
State Religious: 14 (39%)
Haredi: 2 (6%)

RAMA Test Scores (City Average)

English

502

Below Avg

Hebrew

538

Average

Math

524

Average

Science

563

Good

National average ≈ 530. Scores above 550 are considered strong.

Violence Index
7.3(Low)
Teacher Satisfaction
89%(Very High)
Student Satisfaction
88%(Very High)
Teaching Quality
88%(Very High)
Socio-Economic Status
2.2/10

Source: Israel Ministry of Education, RAMA (National Authority for Measurement and Evaluation). Data reflects city-level averages from the latest available school year.

Olim & Immigration Data
Popular for OlimVery High

Ministry of Aliyah / CBS · Ashkelon

7,500

Olim(2014-2023)

4.97%

of Population

151K

Residents

Olim Languages

Russian 45%Amharic 22%Other 13%French 12%English 8%

2022 Census Data

33.1%

olim.bornAbroad

7.2%

olim.aliyaSince2010

14.8%

Aliyah since 2002

Father's Origin (Census 2022)

Source: Ministry of Aliyah & Integration, CBS (Census 2022)

valuation.title

valuation.subtitle

valuation.fairMarket
₪1,872,000
valuation.range: ₪1,778,000 — ₪1,966,000
valuation.listPrice
₪1,860,000
+0.6%(₪12,000)

valuation.fairMarketSub

valuation.confidence
High
75/100
valuation.comparables
10
valuation.avg ₪15,400/sqm
valuation.yoyGrowth
N/A
valuation.district
valuation.estRent
₪3,521
valuation.yield: 2.3%
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Price History

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Local Market Trend

District — CBS Housing Price Index

₪1,564,169
Estimated avg. dwelling price(Index: 582.0)
₪15,642 per m²(Avg. m²)
Est. Rent: ₪3,023/mo
Gross Yield: 2.3%(annual rent / price)
+0.2% MoM
-1.7% YoY
Aug 2025Jan 2026

Rental Income vs. Mortgage — This Listing

Est. monthly rent
₪3,386/mo
Est. mortgage
₪7,754/mo
Annual rental income
₪40,632/yr
Gross Yield
2.2%
↓ Negative cashflow: -₪4,368/mo

Based on 75% LTV, 4.5% rate, 25yr term, 112 m² property

Housing prices in the District are trending upward. Over the past year, prices have decreased by 1.7%.

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📊CBS Actual Rental Data(Q3 2025)

Avg. 3-room rent
₪3,200/mo
Avg. 4-room rent
₪4,000/mo
Rent per m²
₪55/m²
CBS Gross Yield
4.3%
Rent YoY change: +3.5%(Ashkelon)

Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) · Updated periodically

Mortgage Calculator

Property Price

₪1,860,000

20%
4.50%
25 years
Monthly Payment₪8,271

Total Interest

₪993,236

Total Payment

₪2,481,236

Over 25 years, you will pay ₪993,236 in interest.

Purchase Tax Calculator
Calculate Israeli real estate purchase taxes and fees
Israeli resident purchasing their first or only home (Dira Yechida). Lowest tax brackets apply.
Property Price₪1,860,000

Mas Rechisha Bracket Breakdown

₪0 – ₪1,860,000 @ 0.0%₪0 (exempt)
Transfer Tax (Mas Rechisha)₪0 (Exempt)
Agency Commission (2.5%)₪46,500
Lawyer Fees (1.2%)₪22,320
Registration Fees (0.7%)₪13,020
Total Costs₪81,840
Property Stats
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Listed4/18/2026
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