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Khobar Al Yarmouk 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 Yarmouk and Al Khobar Al Shamalia are about 2.4 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Khobar Al YarmoukAl Khobar Al Shamalia
1 bedroomSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 18,000 a year more (90%).

2 bedroomsSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 20,000 a year more (63%).

3 bedroomsSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a monthSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a month

Al Khobar Al Shamalia is SAR 27,000 a year more (60%).

Known for

Both: Family friendly

Only Khobar Al Yarmouk: Schools nearby, Parks, Quiet, Residential, Safe, Expat community

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

Khobar Al Yarmouk

Family-oriented residential district with excellent schools, parks, and community facilities. Known for its peaceful atmosphere and well-maintained streets.

Pros and cons

  • Excellent schools and educational facilities
  • Family-friendly with parks and playgrounds
  • Well-maintained streets and infrastructure
  • Good shopping and essential services
  • Safe and quiet residential atmosphere
  • Strong sense of community
  • Limited nightlife and entertainment
  • Can feel isolated without a car
  • Higher demand means limited vacancy
  • Some areas lack shaded walkways

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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