Al Rakah Al Shamalia vs Doha District
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rakah Al Shamalia and Doha District are about 7.3 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al Rakah Al ShamaliaDoha District
1 bedroomSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month
Doha District is SAR 14,000 a year cheaper (37%).
2 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Doha District is SAR 20,000 a year cheaper (36%).
3 bedroomsSAR 78,000.00about SAR 6,500 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month
Doha District is SAR 30,000 a year cheaper (38%).
Known for
Only Al Rakah Al Shamalia: Upscale, Family friendly, Professional, Secure, Modern
Only Doha District: Residential, Affordable, Academic, Local, Established
Al Rakah Al Shamalia
Upscale northern residential area near KFUPM and Aramco facilities.
Pros and cons
- Prestigious location near major employers
- Near KFUPM and Aramco headquarters
- Excellent infrastructure and roads
- Safe and secure environment
- Good schools nearby
- Higher rental prices than average
- Limited public transport options
- Can be quiet on weekends
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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