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Apartment Above a Synagogue

Question

Is it permissible to buy an apartment above a synagogue?

Answer

If the apartment is not above the Aron Kodesh, it is essentially permissible, but it is advisable to buy a different apartment.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, end of Siman 121

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