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Al Nahdah vs Diplomatic Quarter

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

The centers of Al Nahdah and Diplomatic Quarter are about 20.9 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al NahdahDiplomatic Quarter
1 bedroomSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a monthSAR 60,000.00about SAR 5,000 a month

Diplomatic Quarter is SAR 40,000 a year more (200%).

2 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 85,000.00about SAR 7,083 a month

Diplomatic Quarter is SAR 55,000 a year more (183%).

3 bedroomsSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a monthSAR 120,000.00about SAR 10,000 a month

Diplomatic Quarter is SAR 78,000 a year more (186%).

Known for

Only Al Nahdah: Developing, Affordable, Multicultural, Budget friendly, Up and coming

Only Diplomatic Quarter: Exclusive, Secure, Diplomatic, Green, Luxury, Expat friendly, Families, Diplomats, Luxury living, International professionals, Safety conscious expats, Expats, Professionals, Expat community, Secure living, Expatriates, Students

Al Nahdah

Developing neighborhood offering affordable living with improving amenities and multicultural community.

Pros and cons

  • Very affordable rental prices
  • Improving infrastructure and amenities
  • Multicultural community
  • Decent connectivity to business areas
  • Growing commercial options
  • Still developing, some areas incomplete
  • Limited high-quality housing options
  • Few international schools nearby
  • Basic recreational facilities

What residents say

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Diplomatic Quarter

A cosmopolitan neighborhood in Riyadh, ideal for expats with its safety, amenities, and diverse community.

Pros and cons

  • Strong sense of community among diplomats and expats.
  • High levels of safety and security.
  • Access to international schools and educational institutions.
  • Abundance of dining and shopping options catering to diverse tastes.
  • Beautiful parks and outdoor spaces for recreation.
  • Well-maintained infrastructure and services.
  • Higher cost of living compared to other areas in Riyadh.
  • Limited local cultural activities compared to more traditional neighborhoods.
  • Traffic congestion during peak hours can be challenging.
  • Some expats may feel isolated due to the neighborhood's focus on diplomatic missions.

What residents say

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