Al Arid vs Al Awali
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Arid and Al Awali are about 2.9 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al AridAl Awali
1 bedroomSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Al Awali is SAR 5,000 a year more (17%).
2 bedroomsSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month
Al Awali is SAR 4,000 a year more (9%).
3 bedroomsSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a monthSAR 68,000.00about SAR 5,667 a month
Al Awali is SAR 6,000 a year more (10%).
Known for
Both: Residential, Family friendly
Only Al Arid: Modern, Developing, Affordable, Northern
Only Al Awali: Schools, Compounds, Quiet
Al Arid
Modern northern residential area with growing amenities
Pros and cons
- Modern infrastructure and planning
- Competitive rental prices
- Good schools nearby
- Quieter than central areas
- Expanding amenities and services
- Family-friendly environment
- Wide streets and parking
- Distance from Haram (15-20 min drive)
- Still developing in some sections
- Limited public transportation
- Need car for daily activities
What residents say
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Al Awali
Spacious residential area with family amenities
Pros and cons
- Spacious villas and compounds
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Good international schools
- Parks and playgrounds
- Quieter than central areas
- Strong expat community
- Distance from Haram (15-20 min drive)
- Limited walkability
- Fewer entertainment options
- Need car for daily activities
What residents say
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