Al Noor vs Aramco Hills
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Noor and Aramco Hills are about 8 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al NoorAramco Hills
1 bedroomSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 13,000 a year more (59%).
2 bedroomsSAR 33,000.00about SAR 2,750 a monthSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 17,000 a year more (52%).
3 bedroomsSAR 46,000.00about SAR 3,833 a monthSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 24,000 a year more (52%).
Known for
Both: Family friendly
Only Al Noor: Affordable, Community, Balanced, Safe, Central, Practical, Diverse, Schools
Only Aramco Hills: Compound, Exclusive, Expat friendly, Secure
Al Noor
Balanced family neighborhood with affordable housing and excellent community atmosphere
Pros and cons
- Excellent value for money with moderate rents
- Strong family-friendly atmosphere and amenities
- Multiple playgrounds and safe spaces for children
- Active and friendly community with diverse residents
- Central location with easy access to major employers
- Good mix of housing types (apartments, townhouses, villas)
- Affordable private schools nearby
- Local shopping and dining options
- Safe with low crime rates
- Growing infrastructure improvements
- Proximity to KFUPM and Aramco facilities
- Not as luxurious as premium compounds
- Limited upscale dining and entertainment
- Some areas have older buildings
- Can be crowded during school hours
- Limited large grocery stores within walking distance
- No compound-style recreational facilities
- Parking can be challenging in apartment areas
- Distance from beach and waterfront
What residents say
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Aramco Hills
Exclusive Aramco compound with world-class facilities
Pros and cons
- World-class facilities
- Excellent schools (KFUPM nearby)
- Golf course and recreation
- Strong international community
- Very safe and secure
- Subsidized living for Aramco employees
- Restricted to Aramco employees
- Limited housing availability
- Isolated from outside Saudi life
- Waiting lists for housing
What residents say
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