Al Muhammadiyah vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Muhammadiyah and Al Shatea are about 7.7 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al MuhammadiyahAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 18,000 a year more (82%).
2 bedroomsSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 23,000 a year more (72%).
3 bedroomsSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 33,000 a year more (73%).
Known for
Only Al Muhammadiyah: Central, Established, Traditional, Mixed use, Convenient
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic
Al Muhammadiyah
Established central neighborhood with traditional character
Pros and cons
- Central location
- Established community
- Good local amenities
- Close to government offices
- Traditional souks
- Reasonable prices
- Older buildings
- Narrow streets in some areas
- Limited parking
- Can be crowded
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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