Al-Thuqbah vs Aramco Hills
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al-Thuqbah and Aramco Hills are about 10.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al-ThuqbahAramco Hills
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 7,000 a year more (25%).
2 bedroomsSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a monthSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 10,000 a year more (25%).
3 bedroomsSAR 58,000.00about SAR 4,833 a monthSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 12,000 a year more (21%).
Known for
Only Al-Thuqbah: Coastal, Sea view, Modern, Beach access, Young professionals
Only Aramco Hills: Compound, Exclusive, Expat friendly, Family friendly, Secure
Al-Thuqbah
A coastal neighborhood offering beautiful sea views and a relaxed atmosphere, popular with expats seeking waterfront living.
Pros and cons
- Beautiful Arabian Gulf views
- Beach access and waterfront living
- Modern residential developments
- Vibrant coastal atmosphere
- Close to Half Moon Bay
- Can be humid in summer months
- Higher maintenance costs for waterfront properties
- Limited family-oriented facilities
- Traffic congestion during weekends
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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