Al Thuqbah South vs Aramco Hills
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Thuqbah South and Aramco Hills are about 10.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al Thuqbah SouthAramco 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 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a monthSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 18,000 a year more (35%).
Known for
Only Al Thuqbah South: Modern, Affordable, Developing, Young professionals, Convenient
Only Aramco Hills: Compound, Exclusive, Expat friendly, Family friendly, Secure
Al Thuqbah South
Emerging area popular with young professionals
Pros and cons
- Modern buildings and infrastructure
- Mid-range pricing for good value
- Close to Aramco and KFUPM
- New shopping centers and cafes
- Growing expat community
- Good mix of apartments and villas
- Improving amenities
- Still developing in some areas
- Limited established schools
- Traffic during peak hours
- Less green spaces currently
- Fewer recreational facilities
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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