Al Rakah vs Al-Thuqbah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rakah and Al-Thuqbah are about 8.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al RakahAl-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 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Al-Thuqbah is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (11%).
3 bedroomsSAR 50,000.00about SAR 4,167 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Al-Thuqbah is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (10%).
Known for
Both: Affordable
Only Al Rakah: Developing, Modern, Residential, Value
Only Al-Thuqbah: Central, Local, Budget friendly, Mixed use
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-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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