Nofei Aviv | Anglo Community
In 1996, when construction workers were just beginning to lay the foundations for what would become one of Beit Shemesh’s most successful Anglo neighborhoods, few could have imagined that this small community of semi-attached cottages would serve as a model for Modern Orthodox aliyah that would influence community building across Israel for decades to come. Nofei Aviv, whose name means “Spring Landscape” in Hebrew, was established in that year as part of the wave of Anglo development in Beit Shemesh that had begun with Sheinfeld in 1991 and would continue with Migdal Hamayim, Nofei Hashemesh, and eventually Ramat Beit Shemesh itself. What made Nofei Aviv distinct from the beginning was its focus on creating not just housing but a genuine kehilla, a community built around a central synagogue and shared values, where families making aliyah from English-speaking countries could maintain their religious and cultural identity while integrating into Israeli life.
Neve Tzedek | Anglo Community
Neve Tzedek holds a special place in Tel Aviv’s urban fabric, representing not just a neighborhood but a piece of living history that has transformed from the city’s humble beginnings into one of its most desirable and expensive addresses. The name itself means “Oasis of Justice,” and while the neighborhood today is more closely associated with boutique hotels and art galleries than with any particular notion of justice, it retains a romantic charm that makes it irresistible to a certain type of resident, including those English-speaking immigrants who can afford its premium prices and appreciate its unique character.
Neve Remez | Anglo Community
When you arrive in Zichron Yaakov and people talk about “the Moshava,” they’re referring to something far more than just another neighborhood. They’re speaking about the original settlement itself, the historic core that gave birth to this entire town perched high on the southern slopes of Mount Carmel. The word “moshava” means agricultural settlement in Hebrew, and this particular one has a story that stretches back to December 1882, when one hundred determined Romanian Jewish pioneers stepped onto this land with little more than hope and an unshakeable belief in returning to their ancestral homeland.
Moshava | Anglo Community
When you arrive in Zichron Yaakov and people talk about “the Moshava,” they’re referring to something far more than just another neighborhood. They’re speaking about the original settlement itself, the historic core that gave birth to this entire town perched high on the southern slopes of Mount Carmel. The word “moshava” means agricultural settlement in Hebrew, and this particular one has a story that stretches back to December 1882, when one hundred determined Romanian Jewish pioneers stepped onto this land with little more than hope and an unshakeable belief in returning to their ancestral homeland.
Mishkafayim | Anglo Community
When the Israel Lands Authority released the results of a land auction on February 6th, 2012, few could have predicted that the quiet hillside overlooking the Zanoah quarry at the eastern edge of Ramat Beit Shemesh Aleph would transform within a decade into one of the most sought-after neighborhoods for Anglo families in all of Israel. That parcel of land became Mishkafayim, whose very name means “binoculars” or “perspectives” in Hebrew, a fitting description for a neighborhood perched on elevated terrain with gorgeous mountain views stretching across the Judean hills. The story of Mishkafayim is the story of modern Israel’s remarkable construction boom intersecting with the continuing wave of Anglo aliyah, creating in just a few years a leafy suburb that combines spacious modern living with strong communal institutions and a distinctly Dati Leumi character.
Migdal Hayamim | Anglo Community
In the early 1990s, when the wave of Anglo immigration to Beit Shemesh was just beginning to build momentum, four neighborhoods in the Givat Sharett area were being developed simultaneously to accommodate the influx of English-speaking families seeking affordable housing near Jerusalem. Sheinfeld, Nofei Aviv, Nahala U’Menucha, and Migdal Hamayim all began construction during this formative period, each carving out its own identity and attracting families with different preferences and priorities. Of these four pioneering communities, Migdal Hamayim, whose name means “Tower of Water” in Hebrew, emerged as perhaps the most diverse and least exclusively Anglo, creating a unique blend of Israeli-born residents and immigrants that would distinguish it from its more homogeneous neighbors.
Katamon | Anglo Community
Let me tell you about Katamon, a neighborhood that in many ways represents the heart of modern Jerusalem’s transformation and the complex layers of history that define this extraordinary city. Katamon sits in southern Jerusalem, adjacent to both the German Colony and Baka, and if you want to understand the story of Jerusalem itself, the story of how ancient meets modern, how tragic history becomes hopeful future, how diverse communities learn to coexist, then Katamon is the neighborhood you need to know.
Kaiser | Anglo Community
Imagine a neighborhood where your children play soccer in Hebrew with Israeli kids in the afternoon, but come home for Shabbat dinner with families from Manchester and Johannesburg. Where you can walk to thirteen different synagogues, including the beloved “Anglo shul” that feels like a slice of Teaneck transplanted to the Israeli landscape. Where low-rise buildings create an almost suburban feel, yet everything you need is within a ten-minute walk. Welcome to Kaiser—or as it’s officially known in Hebrew, Avnei Chen. This is Modiin’s hidden gem, the neighborhood that offers something increasingly rare in Israel’s Anglo communities: genuine integration without isolation. While Buchman gets more attention as Modiin’s premier Anglo destination, many families who’ve explored both will tell you that Kaiser offers something special—a true 50/50 blend of Anglo and Israeli families that creates not just a place to live, but a model for how aliyah can work at its best. Today, we’re going to explore Kaiser in depth—its unique character, its family-friendly design, its vibrant community life, and why it might be the perfect choice for families who want to be fully Israeli while keeping their Anglo identity intact.