Al Shamalia vs Al Manazil
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Shamalia and Al Manazil are about 0 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al Manazil is SAR 7,000 a year more (78%).
Al Manazil is SAR 12,000 a year more (86%).
Al Manazil is SAR 22,000 a year more (110%).
Known for
Both: Growing
Only Al Shamalia: Developing, New construction, Affordable, Spacious, Budget
Only Al Manazil: New development, Modern, Contemporary, Family friendly, Green spaces
Al Shamalia
Northern district with mixed development, growing infrastructure, and competitive prices. Good for budget-conscious expats willing to commute.
Pros and cons
- New, modern construction
- Competitive rental prices
- Spacious apartments and villas
- Growing infrastructure
- Potential for improvement
- Less congestion than city center
- Ongoing construction noise
- Longer commute to work
- Limited current amenities
- Fewer social opportunities
- Dependent on future development
- Public transportation limited
What residents say
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Al Manazil
New development with modern apartments and contemporary design
Pros and cons
- Brand new modern apartments and villas
- Contemporary building standards and amenities
- Wide streets and ample parking
- Green spaces and recreational areas
- New shopping centers and restaurants opening
- Good investment potential
- Still developing - some services incomplete
- Limited established community atmosphere
- Construction activity in surrounding plots
- Further from city center and traditional areas
- Higher rent than established neighborhoods
What residents say
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