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Al Safa vs Aramco Hills

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

The centers of Al Safa and Aramco Hills are about 12.7 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al SafaAramco Hills
1 bedroomSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month

Aramco Hills is SAR 9,000 a year more (35%).

2 bedroomsSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a monthSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a month

Aramco Hills is SAR 12,000 a year more (32%).

3 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a month

Aramco Hills is SAR 15,000 a year more (27%).

Known for

Only Al Safa: Modern, Young professionals, Contemporary, Well connected

Only Aramco Hills: Compound, Exclusive, Expat friendly, Family friendly, Secure

Al Safa

A modern residential development with contemporary apartments and townhouses, popular among young professionals.

Pros and cons

  • Modern buildings and infrastructure
  • Convenient for young professionals
  • Good connectivity to business areas
  • Contemporary amenities
  • Well-organized layout
  • Higher density living
  • Limited green spaces
  • Can feel less established
  • Limited traditional charm

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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