Al Utaibiya vs Makkah Aziziyah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Utaibiya and Makkah Aziziyah are about 5.4 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Makkah Aziziyah is SAR 24,000 a year more (100%).
Makkah Aziziyah is SAR 34,000 a year more (89%).
Makkah Aziziyah is SAR 44,000 a year more (85%).
Known for
Only Al Utaibiya: Spacious, Quiet, Family friendly, Outer area, Muslim residents, Residential
Only Makkah Aziziyah: Near haram, Expat friendly, Well connected, Premium
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 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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