Sam Gendell, a Chicago native, brings a distinctly American, client-first approach to the Israeli real estate market. His connection to Israel began well before his professional career, when, in 2008, he moved to Israel to serve as a lone soldier in the IDF. That experience not only deepened his personal ties to the country, but also shaped his long-term commitment to helping Jewish families establish meaningful roots in Israel.
Following his service, Sam returned to the United States and joined his family’s firm, Terraco Real Estate, where he developed a strong foundation in commercial real estate, spanning development, brokerage, and property management across major U.S. markets. This background gives him a disciplined, analytical perspective that resonates with international buyers seeking clarity, structure, and trust.
Recognizing growing interest from Jewish communities abroad, Sam and his father later expanded their focus to Israel’s residential sector. Their approach is strategic and relationship-driven: advising clients on how to thoughtfully enter the Israeli market, whether for relocation, a second home, or long-term investment.
Today, as part of Montefiore Real Estate Group: Israel’s leading luxury real estate agency for international clients , Sam serves as a key bridge between U.S.-based buyers and the Israeli market. He combines American standards of service and transparency with deep local insight, guiding clients through every stage of the acquisition process with professionalism and discretion.
As a key advisor for Montefiore’s for English-speaking and American clients who want to buy a home in Israel, Sam works with families, investors, and new immigrants from the U.S., Canada, the U.K., South Africa, and Australia. Fluent in Hebrew and highly attuned to the cross-border experience, he focuses not only on securing the right property, but on ensuring clients feel confident, informed, and ultimately at home in Israel.
For those looking to invest in Israel with both purpose and precision, Sam offers a perspective that is both personal and highly professional.
