Arzei HaBira

Arzei HaBira is a small self contained community bordered by the following streets: Bar Lev, Shimon Hatzaddik, and Shmuel HaNavi. It is a mix of Anglos (young kollel families and retirees) as well as Israelis (Chassidish, Litvish and Sefardim). There is a main park situated in the middle of the community with large open grassy areas. There are 2 makolets that specialize in American food products. The Jerusalem light rail line has a train station adjacent to the community. Bus lines are on the main roads around the community. Prices for apartments average in the 2,5k to 4 million nis range to purchase and 6,000 nis to 8,000 nis for rent. It is a 10 min walk to the Mir, Meah Shearim, a 20 min walk to Ramat Eshkol, Geula, and Ezrat Torah and a 30 minute walk to the Old City. There are several kollelim and shuls. There is an active Anglo Women's Neshei (Senior and Junior Divisions) with regular shiurim and get togethers. There is a Bais Yaakov Day care center as well as Bais Yaakov Ganim for ages 3, 4, and 5. There are private ganim and babysitting groups also.