Al Salam vs Yanbu Al Bahr
Side by side: average rent, what each area is known for, and what residents say.
The centers of Al Salam and Yanbu Al Bahr are about 8.4 km apart.
Average rent (yearly)
Al SalamYanbu Al Bahr
1 bedroomSAR 28,000.00about SAR 2,333 a monthSAR 22,000.00about SAR 1,833 a month
Yanbu Al Bahr is SAR 6,000 a year cheaper (21%).
2 bedroomsSAR 40,000.00about SAR 3,333 a monthSAR 32,000.00about SAR 2,667 a month
Yanbu Al Bahr is SAR 8,000 a year cheaper (20%).
3 bedroomsSAR 55,000.00about SAR 4,583 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month
Yanbu Al Bahr is SAR 10,000 a year cheaper (18%).
Known for
Both: Affordable
Only Al Salam: Residential, Central, Mixed community, Developing
Only Yanbu Al Bahr: Historic, Waterfront, Local, Coastal, Traditional
Al Salam
Balanced residential area with mixed community
Pros and cons
- Reasonable rental prices
- Good mix of Saudi and expat residents
- Central location
- Growing amenities
- Good schools nearby
- Shopping and dining options
- Traffic during rush hours
- Mixed building quality
- Limited green spaces
- Noise from main roads
What residents say
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Yanbu Al Bahr
Historic waterfront with local character and culture
Pros and cons
- Affordable housing options
- Authentic local experience
- Beautiful Red Sea coastline
- Historic sites and souks
- Diverse community
- Fresh seafood markets
- Good diving and water sports access
- Older building infrastructure
- Limited western amenities
- Can be crowded
- Distance from industrial employers
- Less modern facilities
What residents say
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