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Al Masif vs Al Aziziyah

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

The centers of Al Masif and Al Aziziyah are about 244.7 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al MasifAl Aziziyah
1 bedroomSAR 13,000.00about SAR 1,083 a monthSAR 17,000.00about SAR 1,417 a month

Al Aziziyah is SAR 4,000 a year more (31%).

2 bedroomsSAR 20,000.00about SAR 1,667 a monthSAR 27,000.00about SAR 2,250 a month

Al Aziziyah is SAR 7,000 a year more (35%).

3 bedroomsSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a monthSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a month

Al Aziziyah is SAR 14,000 a year more (47%).

Known for

Only Al Masif: Historic, Traditional, Affordable, Cultural, Central, Authentic, Community

Only Al Aziziyah: New development, Modern, Neom, Professionals, Contemporary

Al Masif

Historic area with traditional character and affordable housing

Pros and cons

  • Affordable rent compared to modern districts
  • Authentic Saudi cultural experience
  • Close to traditional markets and souks
  • Strong sense of community
  • Walking distance to city center amenities
  • Good public transportation access
  • Established infrastructure and services
  • Older buildings may lack modern amenities
  • Less English spoken in local shops
  • Fewer international restaurants
  • Limited parking in some areas
  • Buildings may require more maintenance
  • Less common expat population

What residents say

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Al Aziziyah

New development area near NEOM with modern apartments

Pros and cons

  • Brand new modern apartments
  • Growing infrastructure and amenities
  • Close to NEOM project offices
  • Good investment potential
  • Contemporary building standards
  • Still developing - some amenities incomplete
  • Limited established community yet
  • Construction activity in surrounding areas
  • Further from traditional city center

What residents say

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