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Al Shurfa vs Al Dhabab

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

The centers of Al Shurfa and Al Dhabab are about 1188.8 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al ShurfaAl Dhabab
1 bedroomSAR 17,000.00about SAR 1,417 a monthSAR 13,000.00about SAR 1,083 a month

Al Dhabab is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (24%).

2 bedroomsSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a monthSAR 21,000.00about SAR 1,750 a month

Al Dhabab is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (19%).

3 bedroomsSAR 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month

Al Dhabab is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (11%).

Known for

Only Al Shurfa: Views, Elevated, Modern, Premium, Exclusive, Prestigious

Only Al Dhabab: Residential, Affordable, Community, Compounds, Traditional, University

Al Shurfa

Elevated neighborhood with panoramic city views, cooler temperatures, and modern villas. Premium location for those seeking elevated living.

Pros and cons

  • Panoramic city and mountain views
  • Cooler temperatures and breezes
  • Modern, high-quality construction
  • Prestigious location
  • Close-knit community
  • Excellent recreational opportunities
  • Premium rental prices
  • Hilly terrain may be challenging
  • Limited walking-distance amenities
  • Smaller, more exclusive community
  • Distance from some services
  • Weather exposure during sandstorms

What residents say

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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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