Al-Matar vs City Center
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al-Matar and City Center are about 3 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al-MatarCity Center
1 bedroomSAR 11,000.00about SAR 917 a monthSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a month
City Center is SAR 4,000 a year more (36%).
2 bedroomsSAR 17,000.00about SAR 1,417 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month
City Center is SAR 7,000 a year more (41%).
3 bedroomsSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
City Center is SAR 14,000 a year more (58%).
Known for
Both: Convenient
Only Al-Matar: Airport area, International, Travelers
Only City Center: Central, Shopping, Professionals, Traditional
Al-Matar
Airport-adjacent area ideal for frequent travelers and aviation professionals.
Pros and cons
- Near airport
- Good for travelers
- Modern facilities
- International community
- 24-hour services
- Some aircraft noise
- Less beachfront access
- Industrial areas nearby
What residents say
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City Center
Central commercial district with shopping and services
Pros and cons
- Central location with easy access to all services
- Excellent public transportation
- Close to government offices and banks
- Abundant shopping and dining options
- Traditional souqs for authentic experience
- Busy and noisy environment
- Traffic congestion during peak hours
- Limited parking availability
- Fewer green spaces
- Older building infrastructure in some areas
What residents say
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