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Aramco Hills vs Dana Gardens

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

The centers of Aramco Hills and Dana Gardens are about 9.5 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Aramco HillsDana Gardens
1 bedroomSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month

Dana Gardens is SAR 5,000 a year more (14%).

2 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month

Dana Gardens is SAR 5,000 a year more (10%).

3 bedroomsSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a monthSAR 75,000.00about SAR 6,250 a month

Dana Gardens is SAR 5,000 a year more (7%).

Known for

Both: Compound, Expat friendly, Family friendly

Only Aramco Hills: Exclusive, Secure

Only Dana Gardens: Amenities, Premium

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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Dana Gardens

Premium compound for non-Aramco expats

Pros and cons

  • Compound living without Aramco requirement
  • Family-friendly amenities
  • Swimming pools and sports facilities
  • Landscaped environment
  • Good security
  • International community
  • Higher rent than local housing
  • Limited availability
  • Compound rules and regulations
  • Distance from shops

What residents say

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