Al Rakah vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rakah and Al Shatea are about 17.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al RakahAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 4,000 a year more (11%).
2 bedroomsSAR 54,000.00about SAR 4,500 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 1,000 a year more (2%).
3 bedroomsSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Same rent in Al Shatea.
Known for
Only Al Rakah: Coastal, Corniche, Active lifestyle, Sea views, Recreation, Vibrant
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic
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 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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