Al Manar vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Manar and Al Shatea are about 16.3 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al ManarAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 34,000.00about SAR 2,833 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 6,000 a year more (18%).
2 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 5,000 a year more (10%).
3 bedroomsSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 8,000 a year more (11%).
Known for
Only Al Manar: Modern, Mixed use, Walkable, Young professionals, Contemporary
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic
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 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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