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Aramco Hills vs Doha District

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

The centers of Aramco Hills and Doha District are about 4.9 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Aramco HillsDoha District
1 bedroomSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month

Doha District is SAR 11,000 a year cheaper (31%).

2 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month

Doha District is SAR 15,000 a year cheaper (30%).

3 bedroomsSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month

Doha District is SAR 22,000 a year cheaper (31%).

Known for

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

Only Doha District: Residential, Affordable, Academic, Local, Established

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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Doha District

Established residential area near KFUPM

Pros and cons

  • Close to KFUPM
  • Reasonable rental prices
  • Mix of housing options
  • Good local amenities
  • Easy access to major employers
  • Authentic Saudi experience
  • Less western-style amenities
  • Hot in summer
  • Limited entertainment
  • Older infrastructure in parts

What residents say

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