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- What would be good neighborhoods to live in? Geographically I am interested by places like Al Khalidiya, Al Mazruiya, Al Tubaishi. Are these good? I want a 2 or 3 Bedrooms unfurnished flat with good standing with shared facilities (shared pool, shared gym etc...) >> Budget 25,000-28,000 SAR per year is this possible? I didn't find good websites to have a good idea! Even Dubizzle ads has no pics etc.

Mazruiya is good place and you can found there in the same budget 

- Internet, TV and Mobile? What company STC?

about the internet and mobile i think Mobily is better and cheaper Than STC ,, check there WebSite :

for TV you would like OSN .. check here :



also AlJazeera Sport ( if you like Football ) and the free Channels here has a many and big Options ( just like Tunis )

- What is the best banks?

Samba or SABB .. but idk about your company ,, maybe they will transfer your salary to specific bank ,,

- What budget should I allocate for good house furniture? I don't bother if it used but in a very good condition! I will be buying a good TV + laptop too in addition to the regular stuff.

used is better in the beginning ( Except for electronics it is better to be new ) ,, and Plasma tv 42" new you will have it with 1700 SR ,, check here :



i hope these information could be helpful for you sir ,, any thing else you can contact me any time sir

Regards ,,

Alliecat wrote:

I nominate NaderHamza for Most Polite EB Member!

Yes indeed Nader is very polite and helpful! However are you implying I've done something wrong?

Darkt wrote:

Alliecat wrote:

I nominate NaderHamza for Most Polite EB Member!

Yes indeed Nader is very polite and helpful! However are you implying I've done something wrong?

You've done nothing wrong   I was simply impressed with Nader's polite manners and wanted to acknowledge him!

Alliecat wrote:

Darkt wrote:

Alliecat wrote:

I nominate NaderHamza for Most Polite EB Member!

Yes indeed Nader is very polite and helpful! However are you implying I've done something wrong?

You've done nothing wrong   I was simply impressed with Nader's polite manners and wanted to acknowledge him!

Thanks for explaining Allie

Dear Nader;
Thanks a lot for this great post  Very good insights there indeed I do appreciate.
You are living in Dammam since a long time?

you welcome sir any time ,, unfortunately im living In Hofuf right now ( 135 KM from Dammam ) but i hope we can met soon

I nominate NaderHamza for Most Polite EB Member

ohh thanks a lot for that ,, but i have no idea about it

and im trying to help any need any information i have ,,

BTW, Are there any good online real estate sites?

i think this one can help you ( Free ADV Every week ) - in arabic

almobawabah.com/eMob.php

NaderHamza wrote:

BTW, Are there any good online real estate sites?

i think this one can help you ( Free ADV Every week ) - in arabic

almobawabah.com/eMob.php

Or maybe here on EB:  /en/housing/middle … ia/dammam/

Or here:

desertlifestyle wrote:

first of all these localities which u mention above don have much posh style standings ... as u asked for nice place , in dammam only  Cornish area is having nice environment to live. 2nd in 25000 t0 30 thousand hardly u can have 2 bed apartment in nice posh area ,,,,GYM and pool only exist in Compounds,, which started from 120000 SAR / anm to 250000 SAR/ ANM..... HOUSE OVER HEADS  including dine out is not more than 4000 sar /m .. nice international school is 1000 to 1500 /m  ,,,, net cell and other utilities almost 600 to 800 / month

@desertlifestyle;

Thanks for your input! What you say about the neighborhoods seems to contradict with what I read here and what other people me told me? I am having very good feedback about Al Mazruyiah and Al Shatti. I just need some modern, calm neighborhood with good facilities and quite near to the sea and to the area where I will be working (Muraikibat).

Darkt wrote:

Wel I am planning a budget of 18000-20000 SAR to furnish the flat so that sounds OK Thank you for confirming it

When expats move they end up practically giving their stuff away so if I were you, I'd only buy what I absolutely needed and then keep my eyes open for the rest!

For accessories, I really do like Ikea.  There's one in Riyadh but I don't know about Dammam.

Have fun!

Alliecat wrote:

Darkt wrote:

Wel I am planning a budget of 18000-20000 SAR to furnish the flat so that sounds OK Thank you for confirming it

When expats move they end up practically giving their stuff away so if I were you, I'd only buy what I absolutely needed and then keep my eyes open for the rest!

For accessories, I really do like Ikea.  There's one in Riyadh but I don't know about Dammam.

Have fun!

Thanks Allie for the tip
Yep There's an Ikea in Dhahran!

Darkt wrote:

Another thing guys,
What would be the best driving school in Dammam if someone has an experience? As my Tunisian licence is not convertible into a Saudi one?
For my first year, I am also planning a 45000-50000 SAR to buy a second hand car that is in a good state (American or Asian 4x4 or SUV) I was told it is not wise to buy a new car until I am acquainted with the roads and the driving "style" in KSA. Is that right?
Thanks again!

sir you can find it very easy.. just when you come here  send to a privet message and ill let you know about used cars,,

but you should know that in this range ( 45 - 50 ) it will not be more than 2008 model ( if SUV )

cooldude7808 wrote:

housing is expensive ..since you are coming with your family ..u will need a house which will costs atleast 24 to 30K Riyals ...considering your preference for good locality ...

Thanks for the input. I am actually having that Kind of budget for housing :)As I said in my 1st post.