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Al Muraikabat vs Al Shatea

Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.

The centers of Al Muraikabat and Al Shatea are about 9.3 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al MuraikabatAl 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 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month

Al Shatea is SAR 15,000 a year more (38%).

3 bedroomsSAR 56,000.00about SAR 4,667 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month

Al Shatea is SAR 22,000 a year more (39%).

Known for

Only Al Muraikabat: Commercial residential, Business district, Diverse, Affordable, Central

Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic

Al Muraikabat

Bustling commercial-residential area with excellent business opportunities and diverse housing options.

Pros and cons

  • Vibrant commercial atmosphere with business opportunities
  • Excellent shopping and dining diversity
  • Affordable housing options
  • Convenient location near business districts
  • Strong multicultural community
  • Good public transportation access
  • Can be noisy and busy, especially during day
  • Limited green spaces and parks
  • Older building stock in many areas
  • Fewer international school options nearby
  • Parking can be challenging

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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