Al Manar vs Al Faisaliyah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Manar and Al Faisaliyah are about 4.5 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al ManarAl Faisaliyah
1 bedroomSAR 34,000.00about SAR 2,833 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 2,000 a year cheaper (6%).
2 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (10%).
3 bedroomsSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a monthSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 8,000 a year cheaper (11%).
Known for
Both: Modern
Only Al Manar: Mixed use, Walkable, Young professionals, Contemporary
Only Al Faisaliyah: Central, Shopping, Expat friendly, Business district
Al Manar
Modern mixed-use development with contemporary apartments and commercial spaces. Popular with young professionals.
Pros and cons
- Modern, well-maintained buildings and facilities
- Excellent amenities (pools, gyms, parking)
- Walkable neighborhood with vibrant street life
- Young, international community
- Good restaurants and cafes within walking distance
- High-speed internet and modern infrastructure
- Higher rental costs for modern units
- Limited schooling options within neighborhood
- Still developing—some areas under construction
- Can feel less authentically Saudi
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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