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Al Manar vs Al Muruj

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

The centers of Al Manar and Al Muruj are about 5 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al ManarAl Muruj
1 bedroomSAR 21,000.00about SAR 1,750 a monthSAR 16,000.00about SAR 1,333 a month

Al Muruj is SAR 5,000 a year cheaper (24%).

2 bedroomsSAR 35,000.00about SAR 2,917 a monthSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a month

Al Muruj is SAR 9,000 a year cheaper (26%).

3 bedroomsSAR 54,000.00about SAR 4,500 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month

Al Muruj is SAR 14,000 a year cheaper (26%).

Known for

Only Al Manar: Elevated, City views, Luxury, Cooler climate, Prestigious, Scenic, Upscale, Privacy

Only Al Muruj: Family friendly, Residential, Modern, Quiet, Schools, Expat community

Al Manar

Elevated neighborhood with panoramic city views and cooler climate

Pros and cons

  • Spectacular panoramic city views
  • Cooler temperatures due to elevation
  • Fresher air and less urban noise
  • Prestigious hilltop location
  • Modern luxury housing options
  • Excellent privacy in elevated position
  • Scenic restaurants and cafes
  • Strong property value appreciation
  • Premium pricing for view properties
  • Steeper streets may be challenging
  • Limited public transportation options
  • Necessary to have personal vehicle
  • Longer driving to valley-based services
  • Exposure to winds at higher elevation
  • Limited availability of housing
  • May be isolated from city center activities

What residents say

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Al Muruj

Modern residential area with family amenities

Pros and cons

  • Family-friendly with parks and playgrounds
  • Modern housing with good maintenance
  • Quiet and safe neighborhood
  • Good international schools nearby
  • Well-planned infrastructure
  • Further from city center
  • Need a car for daily activities
  • Limited dining options within walking distance
  • Higher rent compared to older areas

What residents say

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