Kfupm Area vs Dana Gardens
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Kfupm Area and Dana Gardens are about 13.2 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Kfupm AreaDana Gardens
1 bedroomSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month
Dana Gardens is SAR 20,000 a year more (100%).
2 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a month
Dana Gardens is SAR 25,000 a year more (83%).
3 bedroomsSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 75,000.00about SAR 6,250 a month
Dana Gardens is SAR 33,000 a year more (79%).
Known for
Only Kfupm Area: Academic, International, Intellectual, University, Diverse, Cultural, Affordable, Educated, Cosmopolitan, Research
Only Dana Gardens: Compound, Expat friendly, Family friendly, Amenities, Premium
Kfupm Area
Academic community centered around KFUPM with international diversity and intellectual atmosphere
Pros and cons
- Highly educated and international community
- Access to world-class university facilities
- Intellectually stimulating environment
- Regular cultural events, lectures, and exhibitions
- Diverse international population (60+ countries)
- English widely spoken in the area
- Excellent educational resources and tutoring
- Beautiful, well-maintained campus environment
- Good cafes, restaurants with international options
- Safe and secure neighborhood
- Research and career development opportunities
- Affordable housing for academics
- Progressive and open-minded atmosphere
- Can feel too academic or studious for some
- Limited luxury housing options
- Busy during academic terms, quiet during breaks
- Limited family entertainment facilities
- Student-focused services may not suit all demographics
- Some areas have older housing stock
- Limited high-end shopping nearby
- Parking challenges during university events
- May feel isolated from broader Saudi culture
- Limited nightlife and entertainment options
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
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