Khobar Al Ulaya 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 Ulaya and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 3.6 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 10,000 a year more (36%).
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 7,000 a year more (16%).
Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 7,000 a year more (11%).
Known for
Both: Modern, Business district
Only Khobar Al Ulaya: Upscale, High rise, Shopping, Restaurants, Luxury, Expat community
Only Al Khobar Al Shamalia: Expat friendly, Coastal, Family friendly
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 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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