Al Rawabi vs Al-Thuqbah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Rawabi and Al-Thuqbah are about 6.4 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al RawabiAl-Thuqbah
1 bedroomSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month
Al-Thuqbah is SAR 8,000 a year cheaper (27%).
2 bedroomsSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Al-Thuqbah is SAR 10,000 a year cheaper (24%).
3 bedroomsSAR 58,000.00about SAR 4,833 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Al-Thuqbah is SAR 13,000 a year cheaper (22%).
Known for
Only Al Rawabi: Family friendly, Residential, Schools, Quiet, Expat popular
Only Al-Thuqbah: Affordable, Central, Local, Budget friendly, Mixed use
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-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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