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Alshifa vs Al Muruj

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

The centers of Alshifa and Al Muruj are about 12.1 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

AlshifaAl Muruj
1 bedroomSAR 15,000.00about SAR 1,250 a monthSAR 16,000.00about SAR 1,333 a month

Al Muruj is SAR 1,000 a year more (7%).

2 bedroomsSAR 25,000.00about SAR 2,083 a monthSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a month

Al Muruj is SAR 1,000 a year more (4%).

3 bedroomsSAR 38,000.00about SAR 3,167 a monthSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a month

Al Muruj is SAR 2,000 a year more (5%).

Known for

Only Alshifa: Medical district, Healthcare, Hospitals, Professional, Accessible, Service oriented, International staff, Convenient

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

Alshifa

Medical district with hospitals, clinics, and healthcare focus

Pros and cons

  • Immediate access to healthcare facilities
  • 24-hour pharmacies and medical services
  • Large medical professional community
  • International healthcare workers present
  • Excellent for families with medical needs
  • Professional, service-oriented atmosphere
  • Good transportation and parking
  • Medical training and education facilities
  • Hospital noise and ambulance traffic
  • Higher activity levels 24/7
  • Limited recreational facilities
  • Professional focus may lack residential character
  • Parking challenges during hospital visiting hours
  • May feel clinical rather than homey
  • Limited entertainment and dining variety
  • Traffic congestion during shift changes

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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