Doha District vs Dana Gardens
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Doha District and Dana Gardens are about 12.1 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Doha DistrictDana Gardens
1 bedroomSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Dana Gardens is SAR 16,000 a year more (67%).
2 bedroomsSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Dana Gardens is SAR 20,000 a year more (57%).
3 bedroomsSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a monthSAR 75,000.00about SAR 6,250 a month
Dana Gardens is SAR 27,000 a year more (56%).
Known for
Only Doha District: Residential, Affordable, Academic, Local, Established
Only Dana Gardens: Compound, Expat friendly, Family friendly, Amenities, Premium
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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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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