Purchase Tax Calculator
Purchase tax is calculated on progressive brackets, and the rate differs substantially between a single home and an additional home. This calculator shows an estimate using 2026 brackets.
What is purchase tax
A tax paid by the buyer of real-estate rights, calculated as a percentage of the price by brackets. It is paid within 60 days of the transaction.
Single-home brackets (2026)
Up to ₪1,978,745 — exempt; 3.5% to ₪2,347,040; 5% to ₪6,055,070; 8% to ₪20,183,565; 10% above. The brackets are frozen through 15 Jan 2028.
Additional-home brackets (2026)
For a buyer of a non-sole home: 8% from the first shekel up to ₪6,055,070, and 10% above (a temporary order in force through 31 Dec 2026).
Special reductions
Reductions exist for new immigrants, people with disabilities, and single-home replacement — not included in this calculator. Check eligibility with a lawyer or the Tax Authority.
Enter a property price to calculate.
Estimate only, not tax advice. Brackets are current for 2026 and change annually (~Jan 16) — verify against the official source. Tax Authority simulator
FAQ
When is purchase tax paid?
You must pay and file with the Tax Authority within 60 days of signing the purchase contract.
Is a first home fully exempt?
A single home has an exemption band up to about ₪1.98M, above which progressive tax applies. It is not a full exemption but a first bracket at a 0% rate.
Sources
Estimate only, not tax advice. Brackets update annually — verify with the Tax Authority before deciding.