Al Jawhara vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Jawhara and Al Shatea are about 12.7 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al JawharaAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 12,000 a year more (43%).
2 bedroomsSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 13,000 a year more (31%).
3 bedroomsSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 13,000 a year more (20%).
Known for
Both: Luxury
Only Al Jawhara: Upscale, Expat community, International schools, Family friendly, Premium, Gated compounds, High security
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Compounds, Scenic
Al Jawhara
Upscale residential neighborhood with premium villas, modern compounds, and excellent amenities. Preferred by affluent expat families.
Pros and cons
- Premium housing with luxury amenities and finishes
- Excellent proximity to top international schools
- Strong expat community with active social networks
- High security standards and gated compounds
- Upscale shopping and dining options nearby
- Well-maintained infrastructure and landscaping
- Family-friendly environment with recreational facilities
- Professional community atmosphere
- Premium rental prices significantly higher than average
- Can feel isolated from authentic Saudi culture
- Higher cost of living overall in the area
- May lack the character of older, more established neighborhoods
- Traffic during school drop-off and pick-up times
- Compound living can feel restrictive to some
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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