Al Rawabi vs Al Khobar Al Shamalia
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rawabi and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 4.5 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al RawabiAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 8,000 a year more (27%).
2 bedroomsSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 10,000 a year more (24%).
3 bedroomsSAR 58,000.00about SAR 4,833 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 14,000 a year more (24%).
Known for
Both: Family friendly
Only Al Rawabi: Residential, Schools, Quiet, Expat popular
Only Al Khobar Al Shamalia: Expat friendly, Modern, Coastal, Business district
Al Rawabi
Family-friendly area with excellent schools
Pros and cons
- Excellent international schools
- Quiet residential atmosphere
- Spacious homes with gardens
- Strong family community
- Safe for children
- Good playgrounds and parks
- Distance from corniche
- Limited nightlife
- Need car for most activities
- Less walkable
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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