Al Iskan vs Al Awali
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Iskan and Al Awali are about 2.2 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al IskanAl Awali
1 bedroomSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a monthSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a month
Al Awali is SAR 9,000 a year more (35%).
2 bedroomsSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a month
Al Awali is SAR 13,000 a year more (37%).
3 bedroomsSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a monthSAR 68,000.00about SAR 5,667 a month
Al Awali is SAR 20,000 a year more (42%).
Known for
Both: Family friendly, Quiet
Only Al Iskan: Modern, Planned community, Safe, Expat friendly
Only Al Awali: Residential, Schools, Compounds
Al Iskan
Modern planned residential community with organized layout and family amenities, popular among government employees and educators.
Pros and cons
- Well-planned infrastructure and utilities
- Safe family environment with parks
- Good community facilities and programs
- Clear street layout for easy navigation
- Multicultural but cohesive community
- Can feel somewhat isolated from city center
- Limited dining and entertainment options
- Uniform architecture may lack character
- Dependent on private transport for many destinations
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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