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Al Salamah vs Al Hada

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

The centers of Al Salamah and Al Hada are about 6.7 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Al SalamahAl Hada
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 26,000.00about SAR 2,167 a month

Al Hada is SAR 2,000 a year cheaper (7%).

2 bedroomsSAR 46,000.00about SAR 3,833 a monthSAR 36,000.00about SAR 3,000 a month

Al Hada is SAR 10,000 a year cheaper (22%).

3 bedroomsSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a monthSAR 52,000.00about SAR 4,333 a month

Al Hada is SAR 20,000 a year cheaper (28%).

Known for

Only Al Salamah: Luxury, Mountain, Rose gardens, Exclusive, Cool climate, Upscale, Villas, Prestigious

Only Al Hada: Mountains, Resort, Tourism, Scenic, Family friendly

Al Salamah

Exclusive mountain district with rose gardens and luxury villas

Pros and cons

  • Luxury villas with rose gardens
  • Best climate in Saudi Arabia year-round
  • Spectacular mountain views
  • Excellent security in gated estates
  • International schools and healthcare
  • Proximity to rose farms and attractions
  • Sophisticated, cosmopolitan community
  • Premium shopping and dining options
  • Premium pricing - very expensive
  • Limited availability of housing
  • May feel exclusive and isolated
  • Distance from Jeddah (88 km) and Mecca (75 km)
  • Crowded during summer season
  • Need car for all activities

What residents say

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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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