Al Murjan vs City Center
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Murjan and City Center are about 8.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al MurjanCity Center
1 bedroomSAR 17,000.00about SAR 1,417 a monthSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a month
City Center is SAR 2,000 a year cheaper (12%).
2 bedroomsSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month
City Center is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (14%).
3 bedroomsSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
City Center is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (10%).
Known for
Both: Professionals
Only Al Murjan: Modern, International, Port district, Multicultural, Economic city, Diverse, Connected
Only City Center: Central, Shopping, Convenient, Traditional
Al Murjan
Modern international district serving port and economic city
Pros and cons
- Modern apartments with tropical design
- International multicultural community
- Close to Jazan Port and jobs
- Excellent infrastructure and internet
- Diverse dining and shopping options
- Good value for modern amenities
- Active expat social scene
- Easy access to beach and city center
- High humidity and tropical heat
- Traffic congestion during port hours
- Limited traditional Saudi character
- Can be noisy due to port activity
- Less green space than other areas
- May feel transient with rotating expat population
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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