In Bnei Brak, poverty, density and religious needs reshape real estate
Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Jewish world and real estate correspondent Zev Stub joins host Jessica…
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Bnei Brak's real estate market is being reshaped by the collision of poverty, extreme density, and the specific needs of its ultra-Orthodox population. The recent Shabbat protests signal that infrastructure changes, like better public transport, are creating tension between religious observance and economic development. Watch how the city balances attracting higher-tax businesses with preserving its residential character and religious norms.