Al Salamah vs Al Shafa
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Salamah and Al Shafa are about 2.2 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al SalamahAl Shafa
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month
Al Shafa is SAR 6,000 a year cheaper (21%).
2 bedroomsSAR 46,000.00about SAR 3,833 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Al Shafa is SAR 14,000 a year cheaper (30%).
3 bedroomsSAR 72,000.00about SAR 6,000 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Al Shafa is SAR 27,000 a year cheaper (38%).
Known for
Both: Cool climate
Only Al Salamah: Luxury, Mountain, Rose gardens, Exclusive, Upscale, Villas, Prestigious
Only Al Shafa: Mountains, Scenic, Nature, Peaceful
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 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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