Al Yarmouk vs Al Shatea
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Yarmouk and Al Shatea are about 9.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al YarmoukAl Shatea
1 bedroomSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 25,000 a year more (167%).
2 bedroomsSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 31,000 a year more (129%).
3 bedroomsSAR 34,000.00about SAR 2,833 a monthSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a month
Al Shatea is SAR 44,000 a year more (129%).
Known for
Only Al Yarmouk: Affordable, Established, Traditional, Saudi community, Middle class, Authentic experience, Spacious, Budget friendly
Only Al Shatea: Waterfront, Beach, Luxury, Compounds, Scenic
Al Yarmouk
Established middle-class neighborhood with diverse housing, local amenities, and authentic Saudi atmosphere. Good value for expats.
Pros and cons
- Affordable rental rates with good value
- Spacious accommodations for larger families
- Authentic Saudi cultural experience
- Established community with stable population
- Traditional markets and local shopping
- Lower overall cost of living
- Safe, family-oriented environment
- Limited Western amenities and international services
- Older infrastructure and buildings
- English less commonly spoken in local establishments
- Smaller expat community for networking
- Distance from modern shopping centers
- May require cultural and lifestyle adaptation
- Private vehicle essential for most activities
- Fewer recreational facilities and entertainment options
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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