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Khobar Al Ulaya vs Al Corniche

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

The centers of Khobar Al Ulaya and Al Corniche are about 5.6 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Khobar Al UlayaAl Corniche
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month

Al Corniche is SAR 20,000 a year more (71%).

2 bedroomsSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a monthSAR 68,000.00about SAR 5,667 a month

Al Corniche is SAR 23,000 a year more (51%).

3 bedroomsSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a monthSAR 95,000.00about SAR 7,917 a month

Al Corniche is SAR 30,000 a year more (46%).

Known for

Both: Luxury

Only Khobar Al Ulaya: Upscale, Modern, High rise, Shopping, Restaurants, Business district, Expat community

Only Al Corniche: Waterfront, Beach, Premium, Scenic

Khobar Al Ulaya

Upscale residential area with modern high-rise apartments, premium amenities, and convenient access to shopping malls and business districts.

Pros and cons

  • Modern luxury apartments with premium amenities
  • Excellent shopping and dining nearby
  • Close to business districts and malls
  • High-quality infrastructure and maintenance
  • Strong security and 24/7 services
  • Cosmopolitan expat community
  • Great city and sea views from towers
  • Higher rental costs than other areas
  • Dense urban environment with less green space
  • Traffic congestion during peak hours
  • Limited street parking
  • Can feel less community-oriented
  • Noise from busy roads in some buildings

What residents say

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Al Corniche

Premium waterfront living with Gulf views

Pros and cons

  • Stunning waterfront views
  • Walking/cycling paths along the sea
  • Premium restaurants and cafes
  • Beach access
  • Prestigious address
  • Cool sea breezes
  • Premium prices
  • Very busy on weekends
  • Limited parking
  • Humidity from sea

What residents say

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