Al Noor vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Noor and Al Shatea are about 6.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al NoorAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 19,000.00about SAR 1,583 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 21,000 a year more (111%).
2 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 25,000 a year more (83%).
3 bedroomsSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 34,000 a year more (77%).
Known for
Only Al Noor: Mid range, Family friendly, Mixed community, Good value, Residential, Balanced, Expat friendly
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic
Al Noor
Balanced residential neighborhood offering good value, mixed housing options, and convenient access to services. Growing expat presence.
Pros and cons
- Good value with reasonable rental prices
- Mix of housing options for different budgets and family sizes
- Balanced community with both Saudi and expat residents
- Family-friendly atmosphere with safe, quiet streets
- Convenient access to supermarkets and daily services
- Modern amenities in many residential compounds
- Growing expat community for networking and support
- Not as centrally located as some other neighborhoods
- Limited walkability for daily errands
- Fewer premium amenities compared to luxury districts
- Public transportation options are limited
- Some variation in property quality and maintenance
- Distance from the waterfront and Corniche area
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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