Emily Cohen
Aerospace Engineering, Palo Alto, California

Tel Aviv

Where academics meet innovation, beaches, and nightlife.

Tel Aviv is Israel’s most international and energetic city, known for its beachside lifestyle, vibrant startup scene, and easy access to universities, internships, and cultural life.

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Housing & Rent

$1,500–$2,800/month

1-Bedroom Apartment

$600–$1000/month

3-Bedroom (Shared)

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Yad 2

Israel's largest apartment listing site (Hebrew, use Google Translate)

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Student-Friendly Neighborhoods

Florentin

Florentin is a central Tel Aviv neighborhood known for its artsy, bohemian vibe, colorful street art, late-night bars, and café culture, popular with students and young creatives for its energy and relatively affordable rent.

https://www.visit-tel-aviv.com/en/florentin/

Neve Tzedek

Neve Tzedek is a central, quiet, upscale historic neighborhood known for its well-preserved old architecture, boutique shops, art galleries, and refined atmosphere, also tend to be on the pricier side.

Neve Tzedek Tel Aviv - a guide to the city's first neighborhood

Ramat Aviv

Ramat Aviv is a quiet, residential neighborhood in northern Tel Aviv, close to Tel Aviv University, offering easy access to campus and relatively affordable housing compared to central areas.

Rothschild Area:

Central; Nightlife

Central location with great nightlife and cafes. Higher prices but walkable to everything.

Jaffa:

Affordable; Central

Historic port area with diverse community. More affordable with authentic character.

Transportation & Mobility

Public transport is the easiest way to move around Tel Aviv due to traffic and parking constraints. Students commonly combine buses, trains, the light rail, and bikes/scooters depending on distance and schedule.

Bus

Dan and Egged buses cover the entire metro area. Frequent service on main routes.

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Train

Dan and Egged buses cover the entire metro area. Frequent service on main routes.

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Transportation Costs on average

₪5.50 (~$1.50)

Single Ride

₪225 (~$60)

Monthly Pass

Discounts

✓ Student Rates

Student Life & Culture

Tel Aviv is known for nightlife that runs late and spans everything from beach bars and rooftop lounges to live music venues and club districts. Students typically gravitate toward areas with a high density of affordable eateries, late-night transit access, and social events connected to campus and international communities.

Jewish Community & Campus Life

Tel Aviv offers diverse Jewish community options—from modern congregations to traditional synagogues—plus strong Chabad presence, holiday events, and cultural programming. Many students connect through campus groups, Shabbat dinners, volunteering, and community centers across different neighborhoods.