Al Zahir vs Makkah Al Awali
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Zahir and Makkah Al Awali are about 21.5 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al ZahirMakkah Al Awali
1 bedroomSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Makkah Al Awali is SAR 2,000 a year more (7%).
2 bedroomsSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month
Makkah Al Awali is SAR 3,000 a year more (7%).
3 bedroomsSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a monthSAR 68,000.00about SAR 5,667 a month
Makkah Al Awali is SAR 6,000 a year more (10%).
Known for
Both: Family friendly, Residential
Only Al Zahir: Spacious, Modern infrastructure, Schools nearby
Only Makkah Al Awali: Affordable, Peaceful
Al Zahir
Peaceful, established neighborhood in northern Mecca offering family-friendly living with modern infrastructure and good value.
Pros and cons
- Peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere
- Better value for money with spacious apartments
- Good parking availability
- Modern infrastructure and well-maintained streets
- Presence of schools and medical facilities
- Requires transportation to reach Grand Mosque
- Less diverse international dining options
- Limited entertainment and leisure facilities
- Further from main commercial areas
- Public transportation options are limited
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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