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Al Nadhir vs Al Sadd

Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.

The centers of Al Nadhir and Al Sadd are about 3.9 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al NadhirAl Sadd
1 bedroomSAR 14,000.00about SAR 1,167 a monthSAR 16,000.00about SAR 1,333 a month

Al Sadd is SAR 2,000 a year more (14%).

2 bedroomsSAR 23,000.00about SAR 1,917 a monthSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a month

Al Sadd is SAR 3,000 a year more (13%).

3 bedroomsSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month

Al Sadd is SAR 5,000 a year more (14%).

Known for

Both: Family friendly

Only Al Nadhir: Government housing, Compounds, Affordable, Organized, Expat community

Only Al Sadd: Lake views, Nature, Peaceful, Recreational, Established

Al Nadhir

Government employee residential area with organized compounds and community facilities.

Pros and cons

  • Affordable government-subsidized housing
  • Well-maintained compounds
  • Strong sense of community
  • Family-friendly facilities
  • Excellent for government employees
  • Safe and secure environment
  • Close to schools and amenities
  • Limited to government employees
  • Less privacy in compound living
  • Uniform architecture lacks character
  • Restricted commercial options

What residents say

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Al Sadd

Residential area near Abha Dam with lake and mountain views

Pros and cons

  • Beautiful lake and mountain views
  • Tranquil and peaceful atmosphere
  • Close to recreational areas and nature
  • Good mix of housing options
  • Pleasant walking trails
  • Strong community feeling
  • Limited commercial amenities nearby
  • Need a car for shopping and dining
  • Can be cooler and foggier in winter
  • Distance from city center

What residents say

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