Al Noor vs Doha District
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Noor and Doha District are about 3.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al NoorDoha District
1 bedroomSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month
Doha District is SAR 2,000 a year more (9%).
2 bedroomsSAR 33,000.00about SAR 2,750 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Doha District is SAR 2,000 a year more (6%).
3 bedroomsSAR 46,000.00about SAR 3,833 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month
Doha District is SAR 2,000 a year more (4%).
Known for
Both: Affordable
Only Al Noor: Family friendly, Community, Balanced, Safe, Central, Practical, Diverse, Schools
Only Doha District: Residential, Academic, Local, Established
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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Doha District
Established residential area near KFUPM
Pros and cons
- Close to KFUPM
- Reasonable rental prices
- Mix of housing options
- Good local amenities
- Easy access to major employers
- Authentic Saudi experience
- Less western-style amenities
- Hot in summer
- Limited entertainment
- Older infrastructure in parts
What residents say
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