Al Dhabab vs Al Faisaliyah
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Dhabab and Al Faisaliyah are about 1194.7 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al DhababAl Faisaliyah
1 bedroomSAR 13,000.00about SAR 1,083 a monthSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 2,000 a year more (15%).
2 bedroomsSAR 21,000.00about SAR 1,750 a monthSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 3,000 a year more (14%).
3 bedroomsSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a monthSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a month
Al Faisaliyah is SAR 6,000 a year more (19%).
Known for
Both: Residential
Only Al Dhabab: Affordable, Community, Compounds, Traditional, University
Only Al Faisaliyah: Family friendly, Modern, Expat community, Schools, Safe
Al Dhabab
Established area with family compounds and strong community
Pros and cons
- Strong sense of community
- Spacious housing options with compounds
- Affordable rent compared to newer districts
- Close to university and educational facilities
- Mix of traditional and modern amenities
- Good local markets and shops
- Some older buildings may need renovation
- Limited international dining options
- Public transport less frequent than city center
- Fewer recreational facilities for children
What residents say
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Al Faisaliyah
Modern family-friendly area with contemporary housing
Pros and cons
- Modern well-maintained housing
- Family-friendly with parks and playgrounds
- Good international and national schools nearby
- Safe and quiet residential environment
- Growing expat community
- Well-planned infrastructure
- Higher rent compared to older neighborhoods
- Need a car for most errands
- Limited walking distance amenities
- Further from historical sites and traditional markets
What residents say
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