Al Bandariyah vs Al Khobar Al Shamalia
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Bandariyah and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 1.8 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al BandariyahAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 7,000 a year cheaper (16%).
2 bedroomsSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 13,000 a year cheaper (20%).
3 bedroomsSAR 90,000.00about SAR 7,500 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 18,000 a year cheaper (20%).
Known for
Both: Coastal
Only Al Bandariyah: Luxury, Compounds, Exclusive, Upscale
Only Al Khobar Al Shamalia: Expat friendly, Modern, Family friendly, Business district
Al Bandariyah
Upscale coastal living with compound options
Pros and cons
- Exclusive gated communities
- Beach and sea access
- Close to Bahrain Causeway
- Luxury amenities
- Quiet and private
- High-end compounds
- Very expensive
- Limited public facilities
- Requires car
- Far from city center
What residents say
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Al Khobar Al Shamalia
Modern expat hub with excellent infrastructure
Pros and cons
- Modern infrastructure and facilities
- Large expat community
- Close to Corniche and beaches
- Good international schools
- Excellent shopping and dining
- Well-maintained roads
- Higher rental prices
- Traffic during rush hours
- Can be busy on weekends
- Limited parking in popular areas
What residents say
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