Doha North vs Aramco Hills
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Doha North and Aramco Hills are about 8.1 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Doha NorthAramco Hills
1 bedroomSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 3,000 a year more (9%).
2 bedroomsSAR 46,000.00about SAR 3,833 a monthSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 4,000 a year more (9%).
3 bedroomsSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a monthSAR 70,000.00about SAR 5,833 a month
Aramco Hills is SAR 5,000 a year more (8%).
Known for
Both: Family friendly
Only Doha North: Upscale, Modern, Luxury, Villas, Compounds, Professional, Convenient, Growing
Only Aramco Hills: Compound, Exclusive, Expat friendly, Secure
Doha North
Upscale modern development with luxury villas and premium compounds near KFUPM
Pros and cons
- Modern, well-planned infrastructure and wide streets
- Luxury villa communities with contemporary design
- Close proximity to KFUPM and Aramco facilities
- Upscale restaurants, cafes, and shopping nearby
- Mix of Saudi and international residents
- Excellent connectivity to Dhahran, Dammam, and Khobar
- Landscaped environment with green spaces
- High-quality private schools in the area
- Modern amenities in apartment complexes
- Growing property values and investment potential
- Higher rental costs than original Doha District
- Some areas still under development
- Traffic congestion during peak hours on main roads
- Limited public transportation options
- Newer neighborhood with less established community feel
- Distance from beach and waterfront areas
- Summer heat and humidity can be intense
- Limited traditional Saudi shopping experiences
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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