Al Rakah vs Al Khobar Al Shamalia
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rakah and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 6.9 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al RakahAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 25,000.00about SAR 2,083 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 13,000 a year more (52%).
2 bedroomsSAR 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 16,000 a year more (44%).
3 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 22,000 a year more (44%).
Known for
Both: Modern
Only Al Rakah: Affordable, Developing, Residential, Value
Only Al Khobar Al Shamalia: Expat friendly, Coastal, Family friendly, Business district
Al Rakah
Growing area with modern housing and good value
Pros and cons
- New developments
- Competitive prices
- Wide roads and parking
- Growing amenities
- Easy highway access
- Modern infrastructure
- Still developing
- Limited entertainment
- Fewer established shops
- Distance from beach
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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