Al Iskan vs Makkah Aziziyah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Iskan and Makkah Aziziyah are about 8.4 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Makkah Aziziyah is SAR 26,000 a year more (118%).
Makkah Aziziyah is SAR 38,000 a year more (112%).
Makkah Aziziyah is SAR 50,000 a year more (109%).
Known for
Only Al Iskan: Government housing, Planned community, Family friendly, Saudi focused, Muslim residents, Organized
Only Makkah Aziziyah: Near haram, Expat friendly, Well connected, Premium
Al Iskan
Al Iskan is a government-developed residential area in Mecca offering organized housing for Muslim Saudi families.
Pros and cons
- Organized, planned community for Muslims
- Standardized housing quality
- Good infrastructure and facilities
- Affordable for qualifying Saudi families
- Safe, family-oriented environment
- Government-maintained services
- Limited availability for expat Muslims
- Less traditional neighborhood character
- Primarily for Saudi nationals
- Distance from central Haram area
- Limited private housing market
- Muslim residents only
What residents say
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Makkah Aziziyah
Prime location near Haram with excellent access for pilgrims and residents.
Pros and cons
- Walking distance to Grand Mosque
- Excellent public transportation
- Well-developed infrastructure
- 24/7 security and services
- Diverse international community
- Shopping and dining options
- Extremely crowded during Hajj season
- Higher rental costs
- Limited parking availability
- Noise from pilgrims and traffic
What residents say
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