Knowledge Economic City vs Al Haram Central
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Knowledge Economic City and Al Haram Central are about 7.3 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Knowledge Economic CityAl Haram Central
1 bedroomSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a month
Al Haram Central is SAR 23,000 a year more (55%).
2 bedroomsSAR 58,000.00about SAR 4,833 a monthSAR 90,000.00about SAR 7,500 a month
Al Haram Central is SAR 32,000 a year more (55%).
3 bedroomsSAR 80,000.00about SAR 6,667 a monthSAR 125,000.00about SAR 10,417 a month
Al Haram Central is SAR 45,000 a year more (56%).
Known for
Both: Expat friendly
Only Knowledge Economic City: Modern, Planned community, Business hub, Smart city
Only Al Haram Central: Central, Premium, Haram proximity, Spiritual
Knowledge Economic City
Modern planned city with smart infrastructure
Pros and cons
- State-of-the-art infrastructure
- Modern planned community
- International schools and healthcare
- Smart city features
- Safe and secure
- Business and innovation hub
- Higher rental costs
- Distance from Haram (30+ min drive)
- Still under development in sections
- Less traditional character
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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