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Al Maha vs Al-Thuqbah

Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.

The centers of Al Maha and Al-Thuqbah are about 11.5 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al MahaAl-Thuqbah
1 bedroomSAR 25,000.00about SAR 2,083 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month

Al-Thuqbah is SAR 3,000 a year cheaper (12%).

2 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month

Al-Thuqbah is SAR 2,000 a year more (7%).

3 bedroomsSAR 73,000.00about SAR 6,083 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month

Al-Thuqbah is SAR 28,000 a year cheaper (38%).

Known for

Only Al Maha: nothing else listed

Only Al-Thuqbah: Affordable, Central, Local, Budget friendly, Mixed use

Al Maha

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What residents say

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Al-Thuqbah

Affordable central neighborhood with local character

Pros and cons

  • Affordable rental options
  • Central location
  • Local markets and shops
  • Good public transportation links
  • Mix of cultures
  • Authentic local experience
  • Older buildings in some areas
  • Can be congested
  • Limited western amenities
  • Some areas need renovation

What residents say

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