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Al Hada vs Al Shafa

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

The centers of Al Hada and Al Shafa are about 8.5 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al HadaAl Shafa
1 bedroomSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month

Al Shafa is SAR 4,000 a year cheaper (15%).

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

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

3 bedroomsSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month

Al Shafa is SAR 7,000 a year cheaper (13%).

Known for

Both: Mountains, Scenic

Only Al Hada: Resort, Tourism, Family friendly

Only Al Shafa: Nature, Cool climate, Peaceful

Al Hada

Mountain resort area with hotels and cable car

Pros and cons

  • Stunning cliff views
  • Cable car attraction
  • Hotels and resorts
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • Cooler temperatures
  • Weekend destination appeal
  • Tourist crowds in summer
  • Higher property prices
  • Limited schools
  • Steep mountain terrain
  • Distance from city center
  • Weather can be unpredictable

What residents say

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Al Shafa

Scenic mountain retreat with cool climate and rose farms

Pros and cons

  • Spectacular mountain views
  • Year-round cool climate
  • Fresh mountain air
  • Rose and fruit farms
  • Hiking and nature activities
  • Peaceful and quiet
  • Remote location
  • Limited shopping options
  • Winding mountain roads
  • Fewer schools nearby
  • Limited public transport
  • Can be foggy/cloudy

What residents say

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