Al Jalawiyah vs Al Faisaliyah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Jalawiyah and Al Faisaliyah are about 4.7 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al JalawiyahAl Faisaliyah
1 bedroomSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 6,000 a year more (23%).
2 bedroomsSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 7,000 a year more (18%).
3 bedroomsSAR 54,000.00about SAR 4,500 a monthSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 8,000 a year more (15%).
Known for
Both: Central
Only Al Jalawiyah: Traditional, Affordable, Family area, Authentic culture
Only Al Faisaliyah: Modern, Shopping, Expat friendly, Business district
Al Jalawiyah
Traditional family neighborhood with a strong local character. Offers affordable housing and authentic Saudi living experience.
Pros and cons
- Affordable housing with good value for money
- Authentic Saudi cultural experience
- Strong local community and family atmosphere
- Traditional souqs and local markets
- Good schools and family services
- Central location with easy commute
- Fewer Western-style amenities
- Limited English signage in some areas
- Older infrastructure in parts
- May require cultural adaptation
What residents say
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Al Faisaliyah
Premier district with modern amenities and central location
Pros and cons
- Central location in Dammam
- Excellent shopping and dining
- Modern infrastructure
- King Fahd Park nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Close to business districts
- Higher rental costs
- Traffic congestion during peak hours
- Limited parking in commercial areas
- Can be noisy
What residents say
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