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About This Community

Rechavia is often described as the heart of Jerusalem—and not without reason. If Jerusalem is the center of the world, Rechavia sits at its vibrant core. This historic and elegant neighborhood blends the city’s past with its present, offering an unmatched quality of life rooted in Torah, culture, and community.

Ideally located, Rechavia is within walking distance of the Kotel, Ben Yehuda, the Shuk, and Jerusalem’s major cultural landmarks, including the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design and the Jerusalem Theater. It lies at a central crossroads of Jerusalem’s light rail and bus system, making the entire city easily accessible—so much so that many residents find they no longer need a car.

Green space is abundant. Rechavia is surrounded by three major parks—Gan Sacher, Independence Park, and Liberty Park—providing open areas for families, exercise, and quiet reflection. The neighborhood municipality is especially active, offering rich cultural programming for adults and children, including a dedicated coordinator for English-speaking olim.

Rechavia is home to numerous schools, daycare centers, dozens of shuls and minyanim, and exceptional Torah learning opportunities—particularly for seniors. What truly sets Rechavia apart, however, is Beit Knesset Hanassi, a synagogue built on the American model of community life. With daily shiurim from renowned rabbis and scholars, an active Women’s League, OU Beit Midrash programs, youth and teen activities, Shabbat kiddushim, scholars-in-residence, and even overnight trips for seniors, it embodies communal warmth and engagement.

Healthcare is equally accessible, with all four kupot cholim—Meuhedet, Clalit, Maccabi, and Leumit—located nearby, alongside private physicians, Shaare Tzedek, *Hadassah Ein Kerem, Yad Sarah, and the Wolfson Medical Center*, all just minutes away.

Rechavia is not simply a neighborhood—it is a complete Jerusalem life, lived at walking distance.

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Center of Jerusalem:

Everything (and I mean everything) is walking distance: Shopping , Medical Centers, Cultural Centers, Entertainment, Easy access to major highways, mikvot, schools, shiurim, all types of Restaurants, government buildings and more.

Rechavia has dozens of shuls and Minyanim to choose from Modern Orthodox to Chasidish. Here is a sample list:

Beit Knesset HaNassi (/Young Israel of Rechavia: Formerly Rabbi Wein's shul)24 Ussishkin Street. https://www.bkhanassi.com/
The Great Synagogue: Located on King George Street, a major landmark.
Yeshurun Central Synagogue: A large Modern Orthodox center near King George Street.
Chorev Synagogue: A central synagogue on Ibn Gabirol Street.
Chabad of Rechavia: Located on Ibn Ezra Street.
The Gra Synagogue (HaGra): Located on Yesha'ayahu Bar Zakai Street, a historic and central hub.
Beit Zevul: Another historic, well-known synagogue in the neighborhood.
Aguda-Magen Synagogue: A prominent local institution.
Khal Chasidim of Shaarei Chesed: Renowned within the community.
Be'Er Chaim Dekel: Located on Sha'arei Hesed Street.

Our Community Amenities

Education
Yeshiva Elementary Day School
CoedBoys OnlyGirls OnlyChabad Day School
Yeshiva High School
CoedBoys MesiftaGirls OnlyBais Yaakov Chabad High School
Post High School
Yeshiva Bais Medrash Pre IsraelYeshiva Bais Medrash Post IsraelYeshiva Girls Seminary
Educational Resources
School Programs
Extra Curricular Programs
NCSYBnei AkivaBnos
Religious Life
Chessed Organizations
HatzolahTomchei ShabbosBikur Cholim
Kosher Dining
Dairy RestaurantsMeat Restaurants
Kosher Food Availability
Kosher StoreKosher food widely available in local supermarketChalav Yisroel
Mikvah
Shabbos Mikvah within walking distanceMikvah within close driving distance
Minyanim
Daily Minyanim (Shacharis/Mincha/Maariv) Available
Nusach
AshkenazicAri
Other Resources
EruvVaad HarabonimYoetzet Halacha
Kollel
Chofetz ChaimNer YisroelTorah Um TzionKollel Unaffiliated
Economics
Jobs Assistance NetworkMass Transit Available
Taxes
State Income Tax for Highest Bracket 6%+
Low Property Tax RateLow Corporate Tax
Retiree Amenities
Senior Housing (55+ / Assisted Living)Retiree ProgramsRetiree KollelApartments - within walking distance of an Orthodox synagogueHomes of 1 level (Ranch-style, no stairs) - within walking distance of an Orthodox synagogueTownhouses - within walking distance of an Orthodox synagogueRetiree Women's ProgramsDisability/senior transitGeriatric medical servicesCommunity-based senior services
Singles Resources
Robust InfrastructureShadchanim/Shidduch Committee
Beit Knesset Neve NofParnas 10, Har Nof, JM
011-972-54-483-2999

Our Community Contacts

Rabbi Paul BloomPdbloom1@gmail.com(732) 309 3192 (What's App), 972 58 732 5666
Rabbi Joel Kenigsbergrabbikenigsberg@gmail.com+972 58 462 4762
Jeremy Phillipsjjip398@gmail.com+972 53 845 5367