Al Shati vs City Center
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Shati and City Center are about 4.2 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al ShatiCity Center
1 bedroomSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a monthSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a month
City Center is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (25%).
2 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month
City Center is SAR 6,000 a year cheaper (20%).
3 bedroomsSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
City Center is SAR 7,000 a year cheaper (16%).
Known for
Only Al Shati: Luxury, Beachfront, Upscale, Expat community, Premium
Only City Center: Central, Shopping, Convenient, Professionals, Traditional
Al Shati
Upscale beachfront area with luxury properties and premium amenities.
Pros and cons
- Beachfront location
- Luxury properties
- Excellent amenities
- High security
- International schools nearby
- Higher rental costs
- Limited budget options
- Can be touristy on weekends
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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