Al Rakah vs Al Faisaliyah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rakah and Al Faisaliyah are about 14.1 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al RakahAl Faisaliyah
1 bedroomSAR 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (11%).
2 bedroomsSAR 54,000.00about SAR 4,500 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 9,000 a year cheaper (17%).
3 bedroomsSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a monthSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 16,000 a year cheaper (21%).
Known for
Only Al Rakah: Coastal, Corniche, Active lifestyle, Sea views, Recreation, Vibrant
Only Al Faisaliyah: Central, Modern, Shopping, Expat friendly, Business district
Al Rakah
Coastal neighborhood near the Corniche with sea views and recreational facilities. Great for active lifestyles.
Pros and cons
- Direct access to Corniche and beach facilities
- Excellent outdoor recreation opportunities
- Sea views from many properties
- Active, health-conscious community
- Good restaurants and cafes with outdoor seating
- Vibrant atmosphere, especially evenings and weekends
- Higher rental costs for sea-view properties
- Can be crowded on weekends and holidays
- Humidity higher than inland neighborhoods
- Traffic congestion during peak Corniche hours
- Parking can be challenging near popular areas
What residents say
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Al Faisaliyah
Premier district with modern amenities and central location
Pros and cons
- Central location in Dammam
- Excellent shopping and dining
- Modern infrastructure
- King Fahd Park nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Close to business districts
- Higher rental costs
- Traffic congestion during peak hours
- Limited parking in commercial areas
- Can be noisy
What residents say
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