Al Matar Khamis vs Military Housing
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Matar Khamis and Military Housing are about 0 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al Matar KhamisMilitary Housing
1 bedroomSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month
Same rent in Military Housing.
2 bedroomsSAR 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Military Housing is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (11%).
3 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Military Housing is SAR 10,000 a year cheaper (18%).
Known for
Both: Military, Compounds, Secure
Only Al Matar Khamis: International, Upscale, Air base, Furnished, Expat community
Only Military Housing: Gated, Expat friendly, Exclusive
Al Matar Khamis
Military-adjacent upscale area with international compounds
Pros and cons
- Modern compounds with Western amenities
- Excellent security near air base
- Strong military and contractor community
- International schools and healthcare
- Pleasant Asir mountain climate
- Furnished housing options available
- Good infrastructure and utilities
- Cosmopolitan international environment
- Premium pricing for compound living
- Security protocols may cause delays
- Limited local cultural immersion
- May feel isolated from Saudi life
- Restricted areas due to military proximity
- Transient population with frequent moves
What residents say
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Military Housing
Secure military compounds with excellent facilities
Pros and cons
- Excellent security and safety
- Modern compound facilities
- Strong community atmosphere
- Sports and recreation centers
- International-standard housing
- Schools within compounds
- Access restricted to military personnel
- Limited integration with local community
- Compound rules and regulations
- Distance from city center
What residents say
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