Al Nawras vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Nawras and Al Shatea are about 10.9 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al NawrasAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 2,000 a year cheaper (5%).
2 bedroomsSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 7,000 a year cheaper (11%).
3 bedroomsSAR 90,000.00about SAR 7,500 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 12,000 a year cheaper (13%).
Known for
Both: Luxury
Only Al Nawras: Premium, Coastal, Gated compounds, Expat executives, Sea views, Exclusive
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Compounds, Scenic
Al Nawras
Premium coastal residential area with modern compounds and sea access. Popular with expat executives.
Pros and cons
- Premium properties with luxury finishes
- Direct sea access and beach facilities
- Excellent security in gated compounds
- Strong international expat community
- Top-tier international schools nearby
- Comprehensive recreational amenities
- Beautiful sea views and coastal atmosphere
- Water sports and beach activities
- Very high rental costs
- Can feel isolated from authentic Saudi culture
- Humidity higher than inland areas
- Limited public transportation
- Some compounds may have strict rules
- Premium pricing for all services
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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