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Al Khalidiya vs Al Haram Central

Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.

The centers of Al Khalidiya and Al Haram Central are about 4.6 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al KhalidiyaAl Haram Central
1 bedroomSAR 33,000.00about SAR 2,750 a monthSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a month

Al Haram Central is SAR 32,000 a year more (97%).

2 bedroomsSAR 48,000.00about SAR 4,000 a monthSAR 90,000.00about SAR 7,500 a month

Al Haram Central is SAR 42,000 a year more (88%).

3 bedroomsSAR 68,000.00about SAR 5,667 a monthSAR 125,000.00about SAR 10,417 a month

Al Haram Central is SAR 57,000 a year more (84%).

Known for

Both: Central

Only Al Khalidiya: Accessible, Residential, Established, Convenient, Mixed community

Only Al Haram Central: Premium, Haram proximity, Spiritual, Expat friendly

Al Khalidiya

Central residential area with excellent accessibility

Pros and cons

  • Central location in Medina
  • Good access to Haram (10-15 min)
  • Well-developed amenities
  • Mix of housing options
  • Established neighborhood
  • Public transportation available
  • Moderate pricing
  • Can be crowded at times
  • Older buildings in some sections
  • Limited parking in busy areas
  • Noise from main roads

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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