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Khobar Al Jawhara 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 Jawhara and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 4.3 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Khobar Al JawharaAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 16,000 a year more (73%).

2 bedroomsSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 17,000 a year more (49%).

3 bedroomsSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 24,000 a year more (50%).

Known for

Both: Modern

Only Khobar Al Jawhara: Mixed use, Shopping, Young professionals, Central, Developing, Good value

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

Khobar Al Jawhara

Modern mixed-use development featuring contemporary apartments, shopping centers, and excellent infrastructure. Growing neighborhood popular with young professionals.

Pros and cons

  • Modern buildings with good amenities
  • Excellent shopping and services nearby
  • Good value for money compared to older established areas
  • Well-planned infrastructure and roads
  • Growing community with diverse demographics
  • Central location with good connectivity
  • Clean and well-maintained environment
  • Some ongoing construction in certain areas
  • Limited green spaces and parks
  • Newer community still developing character
  • Can experience traffic during peak hours
  • Less established than older neighborhoods

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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