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Al Sail Al Kabir vs Al Shafa

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

The centers of Al Sail Al Kabir and Al Shafa are about 40.6 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al Sail Al KabirAl Shafa
1 bedroomSAR 13,000.00about SAR 1,083 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month

Al Shafa is SAR 9,000 a year more (69%).

2 bedroomsSAR 19,000.00about SAR 1,583 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month

Al Shafa is SAR 13,000 a year more (68%).

3 bedroomsSAR 27,000.00about SAR 2,250 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month

Al Shafa is SAR 18,000 a year more (67%).

Known for

Only Al Sail Al Kabir: Agricultural, Seasonal wadi, Green, Affordable, Traditional, Unique

Only Al Shafa: Mountains, Scenic, Nature, Cool climate, Peaceful

Al Sail Al Kabir

Agricultural neighborhood along seasonal watercourse, offering lush greenery and traditional farming character.

Pros and cons

  • Lush greenery and gardens
  • Agricultural heritage and farms
  • Larger properties at good value
  • Unique natural environment
  • Traditional Taif character
  • Seasonal flooding in some areas
  • Must verify property flood safety
  • More rural, less urban convenience
  • Infrastructure varies by section
  • Distance from commercial centers

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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