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Shuhbah vs Al Aqiq

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

The centers of Shuhbah and Al Aqiq are about 33.4 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

ShuhbahAl Aqiq
1 bedroomSAR 10,029.00about SAR 836 a monthSAR 12,000.00about SAR 1,000 a month

Al Aqiq is SAR 1,971 a year more (20%).

2 bedroomsSAR 15,893.00about SAR 1,324 a monthSAR 18,000.00about SAR 1,500 a month

Al Aqiq is SAR 2,107 a year more (13%).

3 bedroomsSAR 33,194.00about SAR 2,766 a monthSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a month

Al Aqiq is SAR 5,194 a year cheaper (16%).

Known for

Only Shuhbah: nothing else listed

Only Al Aqiq: Commercial hub, Healthcare, Shopping, Warm climate, Government, Expat friendly

Shuhbah

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What residents say

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Al Aqiq

Al Baha's main commercial hub in the fertile valley

Pros and cons

  • Best shopping and dining options in Al Baha
  • Modern healthcare facilities
  • Good schools and educational institutions
  • Warmer climate year-round
  • Strong infrastructure and services
  • Active expat community
  • Can be hot in summer months
  • More traffic than other areas
  • Less scenic than mountain areas
  • Higher pollution compared to highlands

What residents say

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