Al Arid vs Al Haram Central
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Arid and Al Haram Central are about 2.9 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al AridAl Haram Central
1 bedroomSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a month
Al Haram Central is SAR 35,000 a year more (117%).
2 bedroomsSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a monthSAR 90,000.00about SAR 7,500 a month
Al Haram Central is SAR 46,000 a year more (105%).
3 bedroomsSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a monthSAR 125,000.00about SAR 10,417 a month
Al Haram Central is SAR 63,000 a year more (102%).
Known for
Only Al Arid: Modern, Residential, Family friendly, Developing, Affordable, Northern
Only Al Haram Central: Central, Premium, Haram proximity, Spiritual, Expat friendly
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 Haram Central
Premium central area near Prophet's Mosque
Pros and cons
- Walking distance to Prophet's Mosque
- Modern high-rise apartments
- Excellent infrastructure
- International amenities
- Premium hotels and restaurants
- Spiritual atmosphere
- Premium rental prices
- Very crowded during Hajj/Umrah
- Limited parking
- High tourist traffic year-round
What residents say
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