Aramco Hills vs Al Muraikabat
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Aramco Hills and Al Muraikabat are about 11.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Aramco HillsAl Muraikabat
1 bedroomSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 18,000.00about SAR 1,500 a month
Al Muraikabat is SAR 17,000 a year cheaper (49%).
2 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a month
Al Muraikabat is SAR 22,000 a year cheaper (44%).
3 bedroomsSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Al Muraikabat is SAR 30,000 a year cheaper (43%).
Known for
Only Aramco Hills: Compound, Exclusive, Expat friendly, Family friendly, Secure
Only Al Muraikabat: Affordable, Developing, Accessible, Budget friendly, Practical
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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Al Muraikabat
Affordable area with good connectivity
Pros and cons
- Affordable rentals
- Good highway access
- New developments
- Close to both Dhahran and Dammam
- Growing amenities
- Value for money
- Less established
- Fewer expat services
- Limited recreation
- Industrial areas nearby
What residents say
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