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Al Faisaliyah vs City Center

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

The centers of Al Faisaliyah and City Center are about 2.9 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al FaisaliyahCity Center
1 bedroomSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a monthSAR 14,000.00about SAR 1,167 a month

City Center is SAR 1,000 a year cheaper (7%).

2 bedroomsSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month

City Center is SAR 2,000 a year cheaper (8%).

3 bedroomsSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a monthSAR 34,000.00about SAR 2,833 a month

City Center is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (11%).

Known for

Only Al Faisaliyah: Family friendly, Modern, Expat community, Schools, Residential, Safe

Only City Center: Central, Traditional market, Historical, Convenient, Cultural

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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City Center

Central district with markets, government services, and traditional souqs

Pros and cons

  • Walking distance to traditional souqs and markets
  • Central location with easy access to services
  • Rich cultural heritage and historical sites nearby
  • Good public transportation connectivity
  • Vibrant commercial activity and dining options
  • Can be crowded especially during market days
  • Limited parking in old souq areas
  • Higher traffic during peak hours
  • Older buildings may have maintenance issues

What residents say

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