Al Itisalat vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Itisalat and Al Shatea are about 9.7 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al ItisalatAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 20,000 a year more (100%).
2 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 25,000 a year more (83%).
3 bedroomsSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 34,000 a year more (77%).
Known for
Only Al Itisalat: Business district, Professionals, Modern, Central location, Commercial, Convenient, Well connected
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic
Al Itisalat
Business-oriented district with modern commercial facilities, convenient location, and growing residential sector. Popular with professionals.
Pros and cons
- Excellent location near business districts and offices
- Modern residential buildings with professional amenities
- Abundant dining and cafe options
- Superior connectivity to major roads and highways
- Short commute times for corporate employees
- Good infrastructure and reliable utilities
- Professional community atmosphere
- More commercial than residential in character
- Limited green spaces and recreational areas
- Fewer family-oriented facilities and schools nearby
- Can be noisy during business hours
- Higher density and less spacious than suburban areas
- Parking can be challenging near commercial zones
- Less community atmosphere compared to purely residential neighborhoods
What residents say
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Al Shatea
Prestigious waterfront area with beach access
Pros and cons
- Beautiful Arabian Gulf views
- Beach and corniche access
- Upscale residential compounds
- Fresh sea breezes
- Walking and cycling paths
- Prestigious address
- Premium pricing
- Very crowded on weekends
- Humid coastal weather
- Limited parking near beach
What residents say
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