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Reviving history at Sheinkin 40: Turning the old streets into something new

In a historic street in Tel Aviv a new development offers light and spacious luxury living

April 18, 2018 11:49
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One of the first streets laid out to pave the way for the sprawling White City of Tel Aviv in 1913 is the famous Sheinkin street.  Immortalised in many Israeli songs, this cultural centre is now a UNESCO world heritage site. But  behind the historic facades there is much that is new and exciting.

Over the years Sheinkin has become known for its unique cafés and boutique eateries and is at the centre of the hustle and bustle of Tel Aviv. Many older buildings are being renewed, receiving a modern makeover while keeping their history intact.

New projects are being built, between historical buildings and eateries. One such building is the boutique apartment complex, Sheinkin 40. Families are buying off-plan, expressing excitement about their future. Many of them have fond memories of the street where they had lived when just starting out as young couples.  

Many buyers are full of nostalgia when asked about the difference between Sheinkin Street ten years ago and as it is now.  It is the setting of so much Tel Aviv history, with original Bauhaus buildings, local boutique shops, famous homemade sandwiches by Ruti & Itsik, and an old shoemaker’s shop. All of city life was within their reach, they explained– morning coffees on Rothschild, walks around Neve Tsedek, performances at Habima Theatre, fresh fruit and  vegetables from the Carmel Market, watching sunsets on the beach with friends-  all of Tel Aviv life at their doorstep.