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Al Huwayah vs Al Khalidiya

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

The centers of Al Huwayah and Al Khalidiya are about 22.6 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al HuwayahAl Khalidiya
1 bedroomSAR 16,000.00about SAR 1,333 a monthSAR 30,000.00about SAR 2,500 a month

Al Khalidiya is SAR 14,000 a year more (88%).

2 bedroomsSAR 24,000.00about SAR 2,000 a monthSAR 42,000.00about SAR 3,500 a month

Al Khalidiya is SAR 18,000 a year more (75%).

3 bedroomsSAR 34,000.00about SAR 2,833 a monthSAR 58,000.00about SAR 4,833 a month

Al Khalidiya is SAR 24,000 a year more (71%).

Known for

Both: Family friendly

Only Al Huwayah: Middle class, Schools nearby, Parks, Safe

Only Al Khalidiya: Modern, Upscale, Central, Schools

Al Huwayah

Family-oriented neighborhood with good schools, parks, and practical amenities for middle-class living.

Pros and cons

  • Strong family-friendly atmosphere
  • Good schools with multiple curricula
  • Well-maintained parks and playgrounds
  • Reasonable housing costs
  • Safe, low-crime environment
  • Limited upscale dining and entertainment
  • Can feel generic compared to historic areas
  • Some commercial areas get congested
  • Fewer international amenities

What residents say

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Al Khalidiya

Upscale central neighborhood with modern amenities

Pros and cons

  • Modern infrastructure
  • Shopping malls nearby
  • International schools
  • Quality healthcare
  • Well-maintained streets
  • Family-friendly parks
  • Higher rental costs
  • Traffic during peak hours
  • Limited traditional character
  • Can be crowded

What residents say

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