Jerusalem Neighborhood Baka

Baka is a unique idyllic neighborhood with old Arab houses, many of which have been renovated and expanded. The neighborhood stretches out on both sides of Derech Beit Lechem. The Cahn Theater and the old train tracks separate Baka from the German Colony. The name "Baka" is taken directly from the Arabic word meaning "valley" as an indication of the topography of the area. Until the early 1900s, Baka was quiet and empty. In 1922 wealthy Muslim inhabitants and Christians established beautiful private houses in the area. With the War of Independence, the Arabs left the area and new immigrants from North Africa moved into the abandoned homes, During the 1970s the Israeli middle class began to settle in Baka, bringing aesthetic houses and paths within the heart of the neighborhood. Many houses were renovated; however, the old architectural style was left intact. In the last decade, new immigrants from Europe and North America have bought large houses in the area, and French and English are commonly heard in the streets. Today the main street is Derech Beit Lechem, a street bustling with life with various designer stores, produce stands, restaurants and service stores. Over 10,000 Jerusalem residents currently make their home in this beautiful neighborhood of Old World style.

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Id	Title	Cat	City	NBHD	Type	Rooms	Sq Meters	Fl.	Dollars	Shekels
169	Beautiful Prime Location	Land and Commercial	Jerusalem	Baka	Lot	0.0	400	0	$1,700,000	₪6,392,000
260	Private / Group Purchase	Land and Commercial	Jerusalem	Baka	Land	0.0	0	0	$4,100,000	₪15,416,000
452	Build Your Dream Home	Land and Commercial	Jerusalem	Baka	Lot	0.0	0	0	$1,700,000	₪6,392,000
541	Loads of Potential	Residential Sales	Jerusalem	Baka	Roof Apartment	5.0	130	2	$731,383	₪2,750,000
615	Bright and New!	Residential Sales	Jerusalem	Baka	Apartment	5.0	100	1	$513,298	₪1,930,000

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