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

Average rent (yearly)

Khobar Al QasrAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 12,000 a year more (46%).

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 60,000.00about SAR 5,000 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 12,000 a year more (20%).

Known for

Both: Business district

Only Khobar Al Qasr: Premium, Upscale, Professionals, Executives, Modern amenities, Prestigious, Well located

Only Al Khobar Al Shamalia: Expat friendly, Modern, Coastal, Family friendly

Khobar Al Qasr

Premium residential area with high-end apartments, excellent infrastructure, and proximity to business districts. Ideal for professionals and executives.

Pros and cons

  • Premium apartments with superior finishes
  • Excellent building amenities and management
  • Close to business districts - short commutes
  • High-quality shopping and dining nearby
  • Professional security and services
  • Well-maintained infrastructure
  • Prestigious address and community
  • Easy access to international schools
  • Higher rental costs than average
  • Limited availability due to high demand
  • Can be busy with professional residents
  • Parking may be challenging in peak hours
  • Less spacious than suburban areas
  • Higher service charges
  • Traffic congestion during business hours
  • Less suited for those seeking villa living

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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