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Khobar Al Khuzam 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 Khuzam and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 8.4 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Khobar Al KhuzamAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 3,000 a year more (9%).

2 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 3,000 a year cheaper (5%).

3 bedroomsSAR 85,000.00about SAR 7,083 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 13,000 a year cheaper (15%).

Known for

Both: Modern

Only Khobar Al Khuzam: Waterfront, Luxury, Sea views, Corniche, Upscale, Expat executives, Resort living, Premium

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

Khobar Al Khuzam

Prime waterfront neighborhood with sea views, modern apartments, and resort-style living. Popular with executives and affluent expats seeking coastal lifestyle.

Pros and cons

  • Spectacular sea views and waterfront access
  • Luxury apartments with resort-style amenities
  • Prime Corniche location for recreation
  • Upscale dining and entertainment nearby
  • Strong security and exclusive environment
  • High-quality international community
  • Excellent for outdoor activities and water sports
  • Close to business districts
  • Very high rental costs - premium pricing
  • Limited family-oriented facilities
  • Can be crowded on weekends
  • Parking challenges in peak times
  • Humidity higher near coast
  • May feel too urban for some
  • Service charges can be expensive

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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