Al Utaibiya vs Makkah Al Awali
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Utaibiya and Makkah Al Awali are about 20.3 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Makkah Al Awali is SAR 8,000 a year more (33%).
Makkah Al Awali is SAR 10,000 a year more (26%).
Makkah Al Awali is SAR 16,000 a year more (31%).
Known for
Both: Family friendly, Residential
Only Al Utaibiya: Spacious, Quiet, Outer area, Muslim residents
Only Makkah Al Awali: Affordable, Peaceful
Al Utaibiya
Al Utaibiya is a residential neighborhood in Mecca offering spacious living options and a quieter environment for Muslim families.
Pros and cons
- Spacious housing options for Muslim families
- Quieter, less congested environment
- Good value for space and size
- Family-friendly with safer streets
- More parking availability
- Peaceful residential atmosphere
- Far from the Holy Haram
- Requires private vehicle for convenience
- Limited local shopping and dining
- Less connected to central Mecca
- Fewer public transportation options
- Muslim residents only
What residents say
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Makkah Al Awali
Family-oriented residential area with good value and peaceful atmosphere.
Pros and cons
- More affordable than central areas
- Family-friendly environment
- Quieter and less congested
- Good schools and facilities
- Spacious apartments
- Growing commercial development
- Requires vehicle or taxi to Haram
- Limited walking infrastructure
- Fewer entertainment options
- Can be crowded during peak seasons
What residents say
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