Shavei Zion · Western Galilee

Shavei Zion community guide

Overview

Shavei Zion is one of Israel's most exclusive coastal communities, set directly on the Mediterranean between Nahariya and Akko. Founded in 1938 by German-Jewish immigrants, the moshav has retained a quiet, European character while becoming one of the most sought-after addresses in the Western Galilee for luxury houses, beachfront villas and private estates.

Lifestyle

Life in Shavei Zion is defined by the proximity to the sea, mature pine and eucalyptus groves, wide private plots and a tightly-knit community. Residents enjoy a private beach, a marina-adjacent promenade, boutique cafes in Nahariya minutes away, and the slow, premium pace of a Mediterranean village.

Schools

Children attend the highly-rated regional schools of the Mateh Asher Regional Council, including Kabri Elementary and Sulam Tzor High School, with private and democratic options in Nahariya and Akko.

Beaches & nature

Shavei Zion has its own private beach, considered one of the cleanest stretches of the Western Galilee coastline. The wider Achziv-Betzet coast lies just minutes north.

Market snapshot

Single-family homes in Shavei Zion typically trade between ₪5.5M and ₪18M. Beachfront villas and unique estates can exceed ₪25M. Building plots, when they appear, range from ₪3M to ₪7M.

Frequently asked questions

Most private houses in Shavei Zion sell between ₪5.5M and ₪18M, depending on plot size, distance to the sea and condition. Beachfront villas have crossed ₪25M in recent transactions.

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