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Yanbu Lakes vs Royal Commission

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

The centers of Yanbu Lakes and Royal Commission are about 3.8 km apart.

Average rent (yearly)

Yanbu LakesRoyal Commission
1 bedroomSAR 44,000.00about SAR 3,667 a monthSAR 45,000.00about SAR 3,750 a month

Royal Commission is SAR 1,000 a year more (2%).

2 bedroomsSAR 62,000.00about SAR 5,167 a monthSAR 65,000.00about SAR 5,417 a month

Royal Commission is SAR 3,000 a year more (5%).

3 bedroomsSAR 85,000.00about SAR 7,083 a monthSAR 85,000.00about SAR 7,083 a month

Same rent in Royal Commission.

Known for

Both: Premium

Only Yanbu Lakes: Master planned, Lakefront, Family oriented, Recreational, Gated

Only Royal Commission: Expat friendly, Modern, Family friendly, Planned community

Yanbu Lakes

Premium master-planned community with artificial lakes and resort amenities

Pros and cons

  • Beautiful artificial lakes and water features
  • Comprehensive recreational facilities
  • Strong family-oriented community
  • Modern villas and lakefront housing
  • Excellent security and safety
  • Regular community events and programs
  • Close to international schools
  • Resort-like atmosphere and environment
  • High rental costs for premium housing
  • Distance from industrial workplaces
  • Limited shopping and dining within community
  • HOA fees for community maintenance
  • Can feel isolated from broader Yanbu
  • Requires car for most external activities
  • Higher overall living expenses

What residents say

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Royal Commission

Premier planned community for expat professionals

Pros and cons

  • World-class infrastructure and planning
  • Excellent security and safety
  • International schools and facilities
  • Strong expat community
  • Well-maintained parks and green spaces
  • Close to major employers
  • Modern shopping and dining
  • Premium rental prices
  • Limited availability
  • Can feel isolated from local culture
  • Competitive housing market

What residents say

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