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Khobar Al Doha vs Al Khobar Al Shamalia

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

The centers of Khobar Al Doha and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 6.8 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Khobar Al DohaAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 19,000.00about SAR 1,583 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 19,000 a year more (100%).

2 bedroomsSAR 31,000.00about SAR 2,583 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 21,000 a year more (68%).

3 bedroomsSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 28,000 a year more (64%).

Known for

Both: Family friendly

Only Khobar Al Doha: Schools nearby, Residential, Parks, Community, Safe, Good value, Expat families

Only Al Khobar Al Shamalia: Expat friendly, Modern, Coastal, Business district

Khobar Al Doha

Peaceful residential neighborhood with modern mid-rise buildings, community parks, and excellent schools. Ideal for families seeking balance of comfort and affordability.

Pros and cons

  • Excellent international schools nearby
  • Family-friendly parks and playgrounds
  • Good value for spacious family apartments
  • Strong community atmosphere
  • Safe and quiet residential environment
  • Adequate shopping for daily needs
  • Well-maintained infrastructure
  • Active expat family community
  • Requires car for major shopping and entertainment
  • Limited dining and cafe options
  • Less convenient for single professionals
  • Some distance from business districts
  • Less cosmopolitan than central areas
  • Limited nightlife and entertainment
  • May feel isolated without community involvement

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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