Halisa, Haifa — Neighborhood Statistics for 2026 (885)
Halisa is one of the most affordable, densely populated, and rapidly developing neighborhoods in Haifa. In 2026, the area continues to attract investors, students, and young families thanks to low housing prices, excellent transportation accessibility, and proximity to the city center.
Educational Infrastructure
Kindergartens
- Municipal kindergartens: 3
- Private kindergartens: 2
- Specialized kindergartens: none
- Average walking distance: 100–400 m
Schools
- Elementary schools: 2
- Middle schools: 1
- High schools: located in Romema, Hadar, and Ader (5–10 minutes away)
- Specialized schools: none
- Average walking distance: 300–900 m
Additional Education
- Child development center: 1
- Private activity studios: several local options
- Exam preparation: private tutors
Commercial Infrastructure
Cafés and Restaurants
- Cafés: 6
- Restaurants: 8
- Bakeries: 2
- Coffee-to-go spots: 3
- Delivery services: 10+
Shops and Services
- Supermarkets: 1
- Mini-markets: 4
- Pharmacies: 1
- Pickup points: 3
- Fitness centers: 1
- Hair salons and beauty salons: 3
- Veterinary clinics: 1
- Small shops: clothing, household goods, electronics
Parks and Green Areas
- Parks: 1
- Playgrounds: 2
- Sports areas: 1
- Proximity to Wadi Rushmiya: yes
- Average walking distance: 200–500 m
- Access to nature trails: available
Transportation and Mobility
Public Transport
- Bus lines: 10+
- Metronit: 2 lines pass through the neighborhood
- Train station: Haifa Center HaShmona (7 minutes away)
Travel Times
- To Haifa city center: 7 minutes
- To the Technion: 15 minutes
- To the University of Haifa: 20 minutes
- To Rambam Hospital: 10 minutes
Road Infrastructure
- Gas stations: 1
- EV charging stations: 1
- Access to Highway 4: 3 minutes
- Access to Highway 2: 10 minutes
Parking
- Street parking: limited
- Private parking: rare
- Evening congestion: high
- Weekend congestion: high
- New construction projects: some include private parking
Healthcare
- Clalit/Maccabi clinics: 1
- Private doctors: 2
- Pharmacies: 1
- Nearest hospitals: Bnai Zion (5 minutes), Rambam (10 minutes)
Daily Services
- Laundries: 1
- Dry cleaners: 1
- Post offices: 1
- Phone repair shops: 2
- Small service businesses: 3
- Auto repair shops: 2
Demographic Profile
- Young professionals: ~30%
- Students: ~25%
- Families with children: ~30%
- Seniors: ~15%
- Income level: low to medium
- Homeowners: ~35%
- Renters: ~65%
- Multicultural diversity: high
Housing and Real Estate
- Average building age: 40–70 years
- Renovated buildings: ~35%
- Elevators: rare
- Private parking: rare
- New construction: selective infill projects
- Building height: 2–4 floors
- Rental prices: below Haifa’s average
- Purchase prices: among the lowest in central Haifa
Safety
- Overall safety level: moderate
- Incident rate: moderate
- Police patrols: irregular
- Reputation: varies by street
- Noise level: medium to high
Commercial Activity
- Commercial density: medium
- Main commercial streets: Hussein, Gush Etzion, Halisa
- Business types: local shops, services, cafés
- Tourist activity: none
Development Trends (2020–2026)
- Growing interest from investors
- Moderate increase in housing prices
- Improvement of transportation and infrastructure
- Rising demand for rentals
- Beginning of selective building renovations
- Strengthening of local commercial activity
Comparison with Nearby Neighborhoods
| Neighborhood | Atmosphere | Housing Prices | Target Audience | Commerce |
| Halisa | Affordable, urban | Low–medium | Students, young adults, renters | Medium |
| Romema | Urban, mixed | Medium | Young adults, religious families | Medium |
| Ader | Historic, dense | Medium | Students, renters | High |
Unehasim Neighborhood Score
- Education: 6/10
- Transportation: 9/10
- Shops and services: 6/10
- Parks and green areas: 5/10
- Parking: 4/10
- Safety: 5/10
- Overall score: 6.2/10
Conclusion
Halisa is an affordable, multicultural, and developing neighborhood with excellent transportation accessibility and strong rental demand. It is suitable for students, young professionals, and investors looking for budget-friendly properties with growth potential.
Unehasim Recommendations
- Buyers: focus on buildings that have undergone renovation
- Sellers: target investors and renters
- Investors: prioritize 2–3 room apartments for rental purposes
- Families: consider the density and limited parking availability
Professional Support by Unehasim
We assist with:
• selecting reliable and qualified professionals full legal due diligence of the property
• identifying risks in older buildings
• verifying land status and ownership
• drafting and reviewing contracts
• accompanying the transaction through full completion
• protecting the interests of the buyer or the seller
