Jerusalem, Arnona

Arnona, located on the edge of old Talpiyot and Baka, is a pleasant neighborhood.  It is a unique suburb, divided into houses of many different styles and sizes, many with private entrances and private parking.  Thatched rooftops can be found in abundance, along with penthouses and pentcottages with individual stone gardens and terraces that create a feeling of privacy and comfort.
      
The neighborhood of Arnona is relatively new – it was founded only thirty years ago.  Arnona is an ideal place for families and young couples.  The Tayelet, with its colonial design, and Kibbutz Ramat Rachel with its swimming pool and health club can be found in the neighborhood.  The neighborhood has an amazing view of the Dead Sea from each house, and it is known for its panoramic views.
      
The neighborhood also is along a main transportation route to all major parts of the city, near center city shopping and recreation in Talpiyot.  The main street is bustling with the life of Baka.  
      
In Arnona there is one high school, a medical center, many preschools, parks, public gardens, and synagogues of different streams.
     
Recently 1300 new houses have been built in the area in eight different projects.  The new housing projects have between three to five rooms in each apartment and have very attractive prices. The projects are intended for a young population.