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Dana Gardens vs Aramco Hills

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

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

Average rent (yearly)

Dana GardensAramco Hills
1 bedroomSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month

Aramco Hills is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (13%).

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

Aramco Hills is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (9%).

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

Aramco Hills is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (7%).

Known for

Both: Compound, Expat friendly, Family friendly

Only Dana Gardens: Amenities, Premium

Only Aramco Hills: Exclusive, Secure

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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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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