Best Areas to Rent in Ar Rass: 2024 Guide

Oct 30, 2026•3 min read

Ar Rass is one of the welcoming cities of the Qassim region, offering calmer living and comparatively affordable rents versus the larger metropolitan areas. Whether you're a newcomer or a long-time resident looking to move, choosing the right neighbourhood comes down to your budget, the apartment size you need, and how close you want to be to central services. This guide from سعودي ليفنج walks you through the most popular residential areas in Ar Rass, typical annual rents, and what you should know before signing a contract.

Al Jandal

Al Jandal is a practical choice for singles, couples, and families on a range of budgets, since the area offers a good spread of apartment sizes.

One-bedroom: around SAR 11,000 per year
Two-bedroom: around SAR 18,000 per year
Three-bedroom: around SAR 22,000 per year

Overall, typical annual rent in Al Jandal sits around SAR 18,000, making it one of the more balanced options for value.

Al Qadisiyah and the Airport District

Both of these areas suit residents who want straightforward access to the city's wider road network. Typical annual rents in Al Qadisiyah and the Airport district start from around SAR 15,000, which places them among the more budget-friendly starting points in Ar Rass.

Al Ihtifalat and Al Hazm

These neighbourhoods are a step up in typical pricing and tend to attract families looking for a bit more space and established surroundings.

Al Ihtifalat: around SAR 17,000 per year
Al Hazm: around SAR 19,000 per year

Al Hutah

Al Hutah sits at the higher end of the range covered here, with typical annual rent around SAR 22,000. This often reflects larger units or proximity to central services, which many families value.

What Affects the Rent You'll Pay

Advertised rents are a starting point, not a fixed figure. The amount you ultimately pay depends on several factors:

Apartment size and number of bedrooms
Age and condition of the building
Whether the unit is furnished or unfurnished
Proximity to schools, markets, and central services

It's worth viewing a few options in your preferred area before committing, as the same nominal rent can buy very different quality from one building to the next.

Contracts, Ejar, and Fees

Residential rental contracts in Ar Rass are documented through مقيم's companion system for tenancies, known as Ejar (إيجار). Documenting your contract protects both you and the landlord and is the standard practice across the Kingdom.

Payment schedule: Rent can be paid monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually, as long as both parties agree.
Documentation fee: Ejar documentation is reported at around SAR 125 generally paid by the landlord.
Broker commission: If you use a licensed broker, the default brokerage commission is 2.5% of the first year's rent, unless you agree otherwise in writing.

Always confirm current fees and procedures through the official government portals before signing, and make sure every agreed term — especially the payment schedule and any extra charges — is written clearly into your contract.

Which Area Is Right for You?

If you're prioritising the lowest entry point, start with Al Qadisiyah or the Airport district. For a balance of value and choice of sizes, Al Jandal is hard to beat. If you want more space and established surroundings and have the budget, Al Ihtifalat, Al Hazm, or Al Hutah are worth exploring. Whatever you choose, view the unit in person, check the condition, and document the contract properly through Ejar.

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