Dollar-denominated land — $692 USD per year to hold
Israeli investors have been diversifying into US real estate for years. Florida, New York, California — and increasingly, Arizona.
Goswick Ranch is a private gated community in the Bradshaw Mountains of central Arizona, 75 miles north of Phoenix. Nine-acre minimum lots. $216 USD per year in HOA dues. Property taxes that average $476 USD per year. Total annual carrying cost on a land parcel: approximately $692 USD.
Active listings have ranged from $275,000–$750,000 USD.
Whether you are an Israeli-American considering a permanent US home, an investor seeking dollar-denominated land with low carrying costs, or a Tel Aviv family looking for a US vacation base — Goswick Ranch is worth understanding.
| Location | E Poland Road, Mayer, AZ 86333, United States |
| State | Arizona |
| Elevation | 4,400–6,000 ft (1,340–1,830 m) |
| Lot minimum | 9 acres (3.6 hectares) — CC&R covenant |
| HOA fee | $216 USD/year |
| Gate | Gated; private road |
| Management | Self-managed volunteer board — no management company |
| Nearest city | Prescott, AZ — 27 miles (43 km) |
| Nearest major airport | Phoenix Sky Harbor — 74 miles (119 km) |
1. Asset diversification outside Israel. US land is a dollar-denominated, politically stable asset in the world's largest economy. For Israeli investors who already hold diversified portfolios, Arizona ranch land offers geographic and currency diversification — with carrying costs so low (~$692/yr) that the asset can be held long-term without meaningful drag.
2. The investment fundamentals. Yavapai County, Arizona has experienced strong rural land appreciation along the SR 69 corridor. County planning documents identify this as a residential growth area. Recent comparable parcel sales show 57%+ appreciation over a five-year period. The Phoenix metro — 11th largest in the US — drives demand across the surrounding region.
3. A US base for frequent visitors. Israeli citizens can now enter the US without a visa for up to 90 days under ESTA (since September 2023). Israeli-American dual citizens face no stay restriction. Arizona's warm, dry, sunny climate at mountain elevation will feel broadly familiar to buyers from central Israel. Phoenix Sky Harbor is accessible from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion via direct El Al flights or one-stop connections — approximately 14–16 hours total travel time.
| Item | Tel Aviv (est.) | Goswick Ranch / Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Property purchase price | Tel Aviv avg apartment ~$1M–$2M+ USD | $275K–$750K USD |
| Annual carrying cost | Arnona (municipal tax) + purchase tax 8–10% on acquisition | ~$692 USD/yr (~ILS 2,600) |
| Income tax (top rate) | Up to 50% (47% + ~3% surtax) | US: 2.5% AZ flat + federal (US income only) |
ILS/USD exchange rate: approximately 3.7. Rates fluctuate — use current rate for your calculations.
If you hold US citizenship or a US Green Card alongside your Israeli passport, the full lifestyle picture is available. There is no visa limitation. You can own, build, and live on the land on any schedule you choose.
Goswick Ranch has no occupancy requirement. You can hold the land as an investment, use it seasonally, or build a permanent home. The community borders Prescott National Forest — hundreds of miles of equestrian and hiking trails accessible from Poland Road.
Israeli citizens may enter the United States without a visa under the Visa Waiver Programme (ESTA) for up to 90 days per visit — a change that took effect in September 2023. A B-2 tourist visa may permit stays of up to 6 months. Owning US property does not confer any US immigration rights.
Israeli-American dual citizens enter on their US passport and face no stay limitation.
We strongly recommend consulting a cross-border tax advisor with both Israeli and US expertise before purchasing.
By air: Tel Aviv Ben Gurion (TLV) has nonstop service to New York (JFK) and other US hubs; El Al and other carriers serve Los Angeles and other cities with connections to Phoenix. One-stop routing from TLV to Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX) is typically 14–16 hours total travel time. From Phoenix Sky Harbor: 74 miles north — approximately 70 minutes via I-17 N and SR 69 E.
Yes. Israeli citizens can purchase US real estate without restriction. No US residency or citizenship is required. Cross-border tax and legal considerations apply — consult a specialist before purchasing.
Yes. As of September 2023, Israel is a member of the US Visa Waiver Programme. Israeli passport holders may enter the US for up to 90 days per visit without a visa (ESTA registration required). A B-2 tourist visa may permit stays of up to 6 months. Owning property does not extend this right.
Approximately $692 USD per year — HOA fee ($216) plus property taxes (~$476). At the current ILS/USD rate of approximately 3.7, that is approximately ILS 2,600 per year. There is no management company; the community is self-managed by a volunteer board.
FIRPTA withholding applies on eventual sale (15% of gross price, credited against actual US tax liability). US estate tax exposure on US-sited property at death — the US–Israel tax treaty provides partial relief. Israeli tax authority reporting obligations apply to foreign assets and US-source income. Cross-border professional advice is strongly recommended before purchasing.
The Phoenix/Scottsdale metro has an established Israeli-American community. Scottsdale in particular has Israeli restaurants, community organizations, and a Hebrew-speaking population. Prescott, 27 miles from Goswick Ranch, is an active smaller city with an international buyer community.
CC&Rs, lot minimums, deed restrictions, and what to know before you purchase.
Seasons, community, wildlife, and what daily life in the Bradshaw Mountains looks like.
Photography of the land, seasons, and landscape through the year.
Questions about the community? Reach the volunteer board directly.
9 acres minimum. Gated community. 74 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor. No management company.
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