Young families, kollel couples, Anglo shops and the light rail nearby. What living in Ramat Eshkol is like.
Short answer: Ramat Eshkol, in the north of the city, was built after 1967 and has become, over the last twenty years, one of Jerusalem's main English-speaking religious neighbourhoods: young families, kollel couples, Anglo-run shops and plenty of shuls. It is close to the Red Line of the light rail, has a local shopping centre, and sits at a mid price band. Neighbouring Maalot Dafna, Givat HaMivtar and Sanhedria extend the same community.
At a glance
- Who lives here: young religious families, many English-speaking, from yeshivish to Modern Orthodox, and students.
- Housing: 1970s stone apartment buildings, often with extensions added over the years, and some newer projects.
- Price band: mid.
- Getting around: the Red Line runs close by, with stops at the edge of the neighbourhood, and buses into the centre.
- Everyday shopping: the local centre, with groceries and cafés. Our directory lists Yesh BeShchuna, Waffle Bar, Eye World, and sheitel and wellbeing services.
Community and religious life
Anglo shuls and shiurim, gemachs and a busy Shabbat culture of young families. Our mikvah directory lists the Ramat Eshkol mikvah on Paran Street.
Pros and cons
- For: community, the light rail, prices below the south of the city, and many families at the same stage of life.
- Against: older buildings, small apartments for large families, and a busy, noisy main road.
Who it suits
Young English-speaking religious families and kollel couples who want community and the light rail at a mid price.
Before you sign
Visit at different times: a weekday morning, Friday afternoon and Shabbat tell you more than any listing. Check the building's mamad or shelter, the stairs and the heating. The renting guide covers the contract, the bills guide covers arnona and the va'ad bayit, and the city-wide neighbourhoods guide compares every area. Nearby alternatives: Har Nof, Ramot, French Hill.
Common questions
Is Ramat Eshkol on the light rail?
The Red Line runs along the edge of the neighbourhood. The light rail guide lists the stops and fares.
Is there a mikvah in Ramat Eshkol?
Yes, on Paran Street. Our mikvah directory has the details.
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