Kiryat Eliezer, Haifa — Neighborhood Statistics for 2026 (901)

Kiryat Eliezer is one of Haifa’s older, most convenient, and most urban neighborhoods, located in the western part of the city between Downtown, Bat Galim, and Kiryat Eliyahu. The area is known for its developed infrastructure, proximity to the sea, excellent transportation access, and a wide range of schools, shops, and public services.

Kiryat Eliezer is especially popular among families, renters, young professionals, and investors thanks to its affordable prices and stable housing demand.

Educational Infrastructure

Kindergartens

• Municipal kindergartens: 6
  • Private kindergartens: 3
  • Specialized kindergartens: 1
  • Average walking distance: 100–300 m

Schools

• Elementary schools: 2 (within the neighborhood)
  • Middle schools: Bat Galim, Hadar (5–10 minutes)
  • High schools: Hadar, Kiryat Haim (10–15 minutes)
  • Specialized schools: in central Haifa
  • Average walking distance: 400–1200 m

Additional Education

• Municipal activity centers: available
  • Sports programs: football, swimming, martial arts
  • Child development centers: in Bat Galim

Commercial Infrastructure

Cafés and Restaurants

• Cafés: 4
  • Restaurants: 5
  • Bakeries: 3
  • Coffee‑to‑go spots: 4
  • Delivery services: 20+

Shops and Services

• Mini‑markets: 7
  • Supermarkets: 2
  • Pharmacies: 2
  • Hair and beauty salons: 6
  • Veterinary clinics: 1
  • Small shops: clothing, electronics, household goods

Kiryat Eliezer has high commercial activity and a well‑developed service ecosystem.

Parks and Green Areas

• Parks: 3
  • Playgrounds: 5
  • Sports areas: 2
  • Walking distance to the sea: 10–15 minutes
  • Average walking distance to green areas: 100–400 m

The neighborhood is green and offers many public spaces.

Transportation and Mobility

Public Transport

• Bus lines: 10+
  • Metronit: nearest station — Bat Galim
  • Train station: Hof HaCarmel (7–10 minutes)

Travel Times

• To Haifa city center: 7–10 minutes
  • To the Technion: 15–20 minutes
  • To the University of Haifa: 20 minutes
  • To Rambam Hospital: 5 minutes

Road Infrastructure

• Access to Highway 2: 3 minutes
  • Access to Highway 4: 10 minutes
  • Gas stations: nearby
  • EV charging stations: 2

Parking

• Street parking: moderate
  • Private parking: limited
  • Evening congestion: high
  • Weekend congestion: moderate

Healthcare

• Clalit/Maccabi clinics: 2
  • Private doctors: 3
  • Pharmacies: 2
  • Nearest hospitals: Rambam (5 minutes), Bnai Zion (10 minutes)

Daily Services

• Laundries: 2
  • Dry cleaners: 1
  • Post office: 1
  • Phone repair shops: 2
  • Additional small services: 5

Demographic Profile

• Families with children: ~35%
  • Young professionals: ~30%
  • Students: ~15%
  • Seniors: ~20%
  • Income level: medium
  • Homeowners: ~50%
  • Renters: ~50%
  • Cultural diversity: high

Real Estate Characteristics

• Average building age: 40–70 years
  • Renovated buildings: ~40%
  • Elevators: not in all buildings
  • Private parking: rare
  • New construction: infill projects and TAMA 38
  • Building height: 3–8 floors
  • Rental prices: medium
  • Purchase prices: affordable — lower than Bat Galim and Hadar

Safety

• Overall safety level: medium–high
  • Incident rate: low
  • Police presence: regular
  • Reputation: quiet, family‑friendly
  • Noise level: medium

Commercial Activity

• Commercial density: high
  • Main commercial areas: central streets of the neighborhood
  • Business types: shops, cafés, services
  • Tourist activity: moderate (due to proximity to the sea)

Development Trends (2020–2026)

• Above‑average price growth
  • Active TAMA 38 projects
  • Increasing demand among renters
  • Infrastructure improvements
  • Rising attractiveness of the neighborhood

Comparison with Nearby Neighborhoods

Unehasim Neighborhood Score

• Education: 7/10
  • Transportation: 9/10
  • Shops and services: 8/10
  • Parks: 7/10
  • Parking: 5/10
  • Safety: 7/10
  • Overall score: 7.2/10

Conclusion

Kiryat Eliezer is a developed, convenient, and in‑demand neighborhood ideal for families, renters, young professionals, and investors. It offers excellent infrastructure, proximity to the sea, and stable housing demand.

Unehasim Recommendations

• Buyers: consider renovated apartments and TAMA 38 projects
  • Sellers: target renters and young families
  • Investors: 2–3‑room apartments offer the best returns
  • Families: the neighborhood is highly suitable thanks to schools and services

Unehasim Professional Support

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• drafting and reviewing contracts
• accompanying the transaction through full completion
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