Renting a House to a Non-Jew in Israel
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Question
Hello, is it permitted to rent an apartment to a non-Jew in Israel?
Answer
Hello,
- If the non-Jew does not practice idolatry, it is permitted. If he does practice idolatry, ideally, one should not rent to him, but those who are lenient have what to rely on.
- In a Jewish neighborhood or in a building where all residents are Jewish, and it disturbs the neighbors, it is forbidden to rent to a non-Jew.
- Fields are forbidden to rent out in any case.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 151, סעיף ח. Even though סעיף ט states that it is forbidden to sell and rent to three non-Jews together, implying that less than that is not forbidden, nevertheless, it is proper to be stringent in such cases where it disturbs the neighbors. See also Choshen Mishpat, Siman 175.
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