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Al Shatea vs Al 'Adamah

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

The centers of Al Shatea and Al 'Adamah are about 6.9 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al ShateaAl 'Adamah
1 bedroomSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a monthSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a month

Al 'Adamah is SAR 20,000 a year cheaper (50%).

2 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a month

Al 'Adamah is SAR 25,000 a year cheaper (45%).

3 bedroomsSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a monthSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a month

Al 'Adamah is SAR 36,000 a year cheaper (46%).

Known for

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

Only Al 'Adamah: Affordable, Residential, Local, Traditional, Established

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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Al 'Adamah

Established residential area with affordable housing

Pros and cons

  • Affordable rental prices
  • Mix of housing options
  • Good local amenities
  • Authentic Saudi experience
  • Close to medical facilities
  • Easy access to industrial zones
  • Less English-speaking services
  • Older infrastructure in parts
  • Limited western-style dining
  • Can be congested

What residents say

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