How much are the rents in Jeddah right now? (2026)

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Abdullah founded Expat Legal Counsel Saudi to make Saudi legal matters clearer and more accessible for foreigners living or doing business in the Kingdom. He is also familiar with Jeddah’s real estate market and the legal considerations that often matter to expats and foreign investors.

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What are typical rents in Jeddah as of 2026?

What's the average monthly rent for a studio in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, the average monthly rent for a studio in Jeddah is about SAR 1,900, which is roughly USD 510 or EUR 470.

In practice, most studios in Jeddah rent for SAR 1,200 to SAR 2,800 per month, or about USD 320 to USD 750 and EUR 300 to EUR 700.

The main reasons studio rents in Jeddah change so much are furnishing, building age, AC quality, parking, and whether the unit is close to Al Hamra, Al Shati, Obhur, the airport, or King Abdulaziz University.

What's the average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, the average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Jeddah is about SAR 3,100, which is roughly USD 830 or EUR 770.

Most 1-bedroom apartments in Jeddah rent for SAR 1,800 to SAR 5,000 per month, or about USD 480 to USD 1,330 and EUR 450 to EUR 1,250.

Cheaper 1-bedroom rents in Jeddah are more common in Al Marwah, Al Safa, Al Nuzhah, and older parts of Al Aziziyah, while higher rents are more common in Al Hamra, Al Shati, Al Rawdah, and Obhur.

What's the average monthly rent for a 2-bedroom in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, the average monthly rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Jeddah is about SAR 4,700, which is roughly USD 1,250 or EUR 1,170.

Most 2-bedroom apartments in Jeddah rent for SAR 3,000 to SAR 7,000 per month, or about USD 800 to USD 1,870 and EUR 750 to EUR 1,750.

The cheapest 2-bedroom rents in Jeddah are usually found in Al Safa, Al Marwah, Al Nuzhah, and older inland areas, while the most expensive 2-bedroom apartments are usually in Al Shati, Al Hamra, North Obhur, and premium Corniche-side buildings.

By the way, you will find much more detailed rent ranges in our property pack covering the real estate market in Jeddah.

What's the average rent per square meter in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, the average apartment rent in Jeddah is about SAR 380 per square meter per year, or around SAR 32 per square meter per month, which is roughly USD 9 or EUR 8 per month.

Across Jeddah neighborhoods, a realistic range is SAR 250 to SAR 600 per square meter per year, or about USD 67 to USD 160 and EUR 62 to EUR 150 per year.

Compared with Riyadh, Jeddah rents per square meter are usually less overheated, but prime coastal areas such as Al Shati and Al Hamra can feel expensive because sea access and furnished apartments push prices up.

In Jeddah, rent per square meter usually moves above average when an apartment has a sea view, strong AC, covered parking, an elevator, modern finishing, furnished condition, or fast access to Prince Sultan Road, Madinah Road, and the Corniche.

How much have rents changed year-over-year in Jeddah in 2026?

As of 2026, average apartment rents in Jeddah are up by about 4% to 6% year over year.

The main reasons rents in Jeddah are rising are population growth, expatriate demand, furnished-unit demand, airport access, tourism activity, and stronger demand in north and coastal districts.

This year’s rent growth in Jeddah looks steadier than last year’s sharp national pressure, because Jeddah has more selective demand and more new housing supply than the most overheated Saudi rental markets.

What's the outlook for rent growth in Jeddah in 2026?

As of 2026, a realistic rent-growth outlook for Jeddah is another 3% to 5% over the next 12 months.

The main support for Jeddah rent growth comes from population growth, expatriate inflows, Jeddah Central, airport and rail access, tourism, and demand for Red Sea lifestyle districts.

The strongest rent growth in Jeddah is most likely in Al Shati, Al Hamra, Al Rawdah, Al Salamah, Al Nuzhah, North Obhur, and airport-linked districts such as Al Naeem and Al Muhammadiyah.

The main risk is new supply, because JLL’s 2026 view suggests that Saudi residential development is expanding, and too many new units could limit rent increases in some Jeddah neighborhoods.

Which neighborhoods rent best in Jeddah as of 2026?

Which neighborhoods have the highest rents in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, the three highest-rent apartment areas in Jeddah are Al Shati at about SAR 7,500 per month, Al Hamra at about SAR 6,500 per month, and North Obhur at about SAR 6,200 per month, or roughly USD 2,000, USD 1,730, and USD 1,650, and EUR 1,870, EUR 1,620, and EUR 1,550.

These Jeddah neighborhoods command premium rents because they offer Corniche access, sea views, cafés, malls, newer buildings, better furnishing, and easier access to business and lifestyle zones.

The typical tenant in these high-rent Jeddah neighborhoods is an expatriate professional, a corporate tenant, a Saudi family with a higher budget, or a renter who wants furnished comfort near the waterfront.

By the way, we’ve written a blog article detailing Sources and methodology: we checked Bayut Al Shati, Property Finder Saudi, and Ejar Rental Index. We compared premium districts against normal Jeddah asking rents. We also used our own neighborhood liquidity scoring.

Where do young professionals prefer to rent in Jeddah right now?

The top three Jeddah neighborhoods for young professionals are Al Hamra, Al Rawdah, and Al Salamah, because these areas balance commute time, lifestyle, and apartment availability.

Young professionals in these Jeddah neighborhoods usually pay SAR 2,800 to SAR 5,500 per month, or about USD 750 to USD 1,470 and EUR 700 to EUR 1,370.

Young professionals are drawn to these Jeddah areas because they have cafés, gyms, clinics, shopping, furnished 1-bedroom units, compact 2-bedroom units, and quick access to Prince Sultan Road and Madinah Road.

By the way, you will find a detailed tenant analysis in our property pack covering the real estate market in Jeddah.

Where do families prefer to rent in Jeddah right now?

The top three Jeddah neighborhoods for families are Al Zahra, Al Rawdah, and Al Salamah, because they feel established, practical, and well connected.

Families in these Jeddah neighborhoods usually pay SAR 4,000 to SAR 8,000 per month for 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartments, or about USD 1,070 to USD 2,130 and EUR 1,000 to EUR 2,000.

Families like these Jeddah areas because many buildings offer parking, elevators, larger layouts, maid’s rooms, good AC, and easier access to schools, clinics, supermarkets, and main roads.

Educational options near these family-friendly Jeddah neighborhoods include international schools in north Jeddah, private schools around Al Zahra and Al Rawdah, and access corridors toward King Abdulaziz University.

Which areas near transit or universities rent faster in Jeddah in 2026?

As of 2026, the three fastest rental areas near transit or universities in Jeddah are the King Abdulaziz University area, the Haramain station access zone, and the airport corridor around Al Nuzhah, Al Naeem, and Al Muhammadiyah.

Well-priced apartments in these high-demand Jeddah areas often stay listed for only 15 to 30 days, compared with about 20 to 40 days for a normal well-priced apartment in the city.

A walkable or very easy access location near a Jeddah university, station, or airport corridor can add about SAR 500 to SAR 1,200 per month, or around USD 130 to USD 320 and EUR 125 to EUR 300.

Which neighborhoods are most popular with expats in Jeddah right now?

The three most popular Jeddah neighborhoods with expats are Al Hamra, Al Shati, and Al Rawdah, with Al Salamah, Al Zahra, Al Muhammadiyah, and North Obhur also strong.

Expats in these Jeddah neighborhoods usually pay SAR 4,000 to SAR 9,000 per month, or about USD 1,070 to USD 2,400 and EUR 1,000 to EUR 2,250.

These Jeddah areas attract expats because they offer furnished apartments, better building management, coastal lifestyle, cafés, gyms, clinics, international schools, and easy access to business and airport routes.

The expat communities most visible in these Jeddah neighborhoods include South Asian, Egyptian, Levantine, European, North American, and Filipino professionals, with exact mixes changing by employer and budget.

And if you are also an expat, you may want to read our Sources and methodology: we checked Bayut, Property Finder Saudi, and JLL. We focused on furnished and managed apartments. Our own tenant analysis separates expat demand from Saudi family demand.

Who rents, and what do tenants want in Jeddah right now?

What tenant profiles dominate rentals in Jeddah?

The top three tenant profiles in Jeddah are Saudi families, expatriate professionals, and younger workers linked to offices, healthcare, logistics, airlines, universities, and short corporate stays.

As a working estimate, Saudi families represent about 45% of Jeddah rental demand, expatriate professionals about 25%, and younger or mobile workers about 20%, with the remaining demand spread across smaller tenant groups.

Saudi families usually want unfurnished 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom apartments, expat professionals often want furnished studios or 1-bedroom units, and mobile workers usually want smaller furnished units near roads, the airport, KAU, or business districts.

If you want to optimize your cashflow, you can read our Sources and methodology: we used Ejar, GASTAT, and King Abdulaziz University. We matched official demand context with listing features. We also used our own tenant segmentation for Jeddah residential rentals.

Do tenants prefer furnished or unfurnished in Jeddah?

In Jeddah in 2026, about 65% of long-term residential tenants prefer unfurnished rentals, while about 35% prefer furnished rentals.

A furnished apartment in Jeddah often rents for SAR 800 to SAR 1,800 more per month than a similar unfurnished unit, or about USD 210 to USD 480 and EUR 200 to EUR 450.

Furnished rentals in Jeddah are most popular with expats, consultants, airline staff, healthcare workers, single professionals, and short-stay corporate tenants who want easy move-in housing.

Which amenities increase rent the most in Jeddah?

The five amenities that increase rent the most in Jeddah are strong AC, covered parking, furnished condition, sea view or balcony, and building facilities such as security, gym, or pool.

In Jeddah, strong AC can add about SAR 300 to SAR 800 per month, covered parking SAR 300 to SAR 700, furnished condition SAR 800 to SAR 1,800, sea view or balcony SAR 700 to SAR 2,000, and building facilities SAR 500 to SAR 1,500, equal to roughly USD 80 to USD 530 and EUR 75 to EUR 500 depending on the feature.

In our property pack covering the real estate market in Jeddah, we cover what are the best investments a landlord can make.

What renovations get the best ROI for rentals in Jeddah?

The five best rental renovations in Jeddah are AC overhaul, bathroom refresh, kitchen refresh, repainting with lighting upgrades, and basic furnished packages for smaller apartments.

Typical Jeddah costs are SAR 5,000 to SAR 15,000 for AC work, SAR 8,000 to SAR 25,000 for bathrooms, SAR 10,000 to SAR 35,000 for kitchens, SAR 3,000 to SAR 10,000 for repainting and lighting, and SAR 15,000 to SAR 45,000 for furnishing, or about USD 800 to USD 12,000 and EUR 750 to EUR 11,250, with possible rent gains from SAR 300 to SAR 1,800 per month depending on the unit.

Poor-ROI renovations in Jeddah usually include luxury décor in budget districts, oversized furniture, expensive smart-home systems, and cosmetic upgrades that ignore AC, plumbing, parking, or building maintenance.

How strong is rental demand in Jeddah as of 2026?

What's the vacancy rate for rentals in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, a realistic vacancy rate for normal long-term residential rentals in Jeddah is about 5% to 7%.

Across Jeddah, vacancy can be closer to 3% to 5% for well-priced units in Al Hamra, Al Rawdah, Al Salamah, Al Nuzhah, and KAU-linked areas, while older inland units without parking, elevator, or strong AC can be closer to 8% to 12%.

The current Jeddah vacancy rate looks slightly tighter than a normal balanced market, but it is not a severe shortage across every district because new residential supply is still coming through.

Finally please note that you will have all the indicators you need in our property pack covering the real estate market in Jeddah.

How many days do rentals stay listed in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, a well-priced apartment in Jeddah usually stays listed for about 20 to 40 days before leasing.

The realistic range is 15 to 25 days for strong furnished studios and 1-bedroom units in Al Hamra, Al Rawdah, Al Salamah, Al Nuzhah, and KAU or airport corridors, and 45 to 75 days for overpriced, older, unfurnished units without parking or elevator.

Compared with one year ago, good rentals in Jeddah appear to move slightly faster, because demand has improved while tenants still avoid weak buildings and unrealistic asking rents.

Which months have peak tenant demand in Jeddah?

The strongest months for tenant demand in Jeddah are usually January to March and August to September.

January to March is helped by corporate moves and new-year relocations, while August to September is helped by school timing, university cycles, and family moves before routines restart.

The slower months in Jeddah are often around Ramadan, Eid periods, and the hottest summer weeks, although furnished short-stay demand can still be active in well-located areas.

What will my monthly costs be in Jeddah as of 2026?

What property taxes should landlords expect in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, a normal residential apartment landlord in Jeddah should expect SAR 0 in standard annual property tax, or USD 0 and EUR 0.

The realistic annual property tax range for a normal apartment in Jeddah is also SAR 0 to SAR 0, but buyers should remember that Saudi Arabia charges a 5% Real Estate Transaction Tax when a property is transferred.

This means Jeddah landlords do not calculate a normal yearly apartment property tax by location or assessed value, while the main tax-like cost at purchase is based on the transfer value of the property.

Please note that, in our property pack covering the real estate market in Jeddah, we cover what exemptions or deductions may be available to reduce property taxes for landlords.

What utilities do landlords often pay in Jeddah right now?

In Jeddah, landlords most often pay building service charges, common-area maintenance, major repairs, and sometimes water, internet, or basic maintenance when the apartment is furnished.

Typical landlord-paid costs in Jeddah can be SAR 300 to SAR 900 per month for building and maintenance items, SAR 100 to SAR 300 for internet if included, and SAR 150 to SAR 500 for utilities if bundled, or about USD 27 to USD 240 and EUR 25 to EUR 225 depending on the item.

The common practice in Jeddah is that long-term unfurnished tenants pay electricity, water, and internet, while furnished monthly rentals may include some utilities with a fair-usage cap.

How is rental income taxed in Jeddah as of 2026?

As of 2026, Saudi-resident individuals generally do not pay personal income tax on normal residential rental income in Jeddah, but companies, non-residents, and foreign-owned structures may have different tax exposure.

Landlords who are taxed through a company or business structure may usually track deductible costs such as maintenance, management, repairs, financing costs, and operating expenses, but the exact treatment depends on the owner’s legal and tax status.

The most common Jeddah-specific tax mistakes are confusing the 5% Real Estate Transaction Tax with annual property tax, assuming every foreign owner is taxed the same way, and failing to separate residential rent from commercial rent rules.

We cover these mistakes, among others, in our Sources and methodology: we used ZATCA Income Tax, ZATCA RETT, and Ejar. We kept the guidance general because tax treatment depends on ownership structure. Our own analysis separates individual landlords from business structures.

We did some research and made this infographic to help you quickly compare rental yields of the major cities in Saudi Arabia versus those in neighboring countries. It provides a clear view of how this country positions itself as a real estate investment destination, which might interest you if you’re planning to invest there.

What sources have we used to write this blog article?

Whether it’s in our blog articles or the market analyses included in our property pack about Jeddah, we always rely on the strongest methodology we can … and we don’t throw out numbers at random.

We also aim to be fully transparent, so below we’ve listed the authoritative sources we used, and explained how we used them and the methods behind our estimates.

Source	Why this source is useful	How we used it
REGA	REGA is Saudi Arabia’s main real estate regulator for non-government real estate activity.	We used REGA to frame the official rental-market rules in Jeddah. We treated it as the main reference for rental-sector governance.
REGA Digital Real Estate Indicators	This source explains Saudi Arabia’s official real estate indicators by city and neighborhood.	We used it to understand how official rental benchmarking works. We then compared private listing prices with this official framework.
REGA Periodic Bulletins and Reports	These reports rely on data from Saudi government bodies and give market-wide context.	We used these reports for market direction rather than exact apartment prices. We used them to keep the article grounded in official data.
Ejar	Ejar is the official Saudi rental network for registering and regulating lease contracts.	We used Ejar to understand how formal rental contracts are recorded. We treated it as a key source for the regulated rental market.
Ejar Rental Index explainer	The Ejar Rental Index explains average rents by unit type, city, and neighborhood.	We used it to justify using Jeddah city and neighborhood benchmarks. We also used it to check that our method matched Saudi rental-index logic.
GASTAT	GASTAT is Saudi Arabia’s official statistical authority.	We used GASTAT for demographic and housing context. We did not use it for individual asking rents.
GASTAT Population Statistics	This portal gives official population and census data for Saudi Arabia.	We used it to frame Jeddah as a large urban rental market. We linked tenant demand to households, workers, students, and expatriates.
Data Saudi	Data Saudi gathers Saudi economic and social data in one official platform.	We used it to cross-check macroeconomic and demographic context. We used it for broad direction, not for exact apartment rents.
JLL KSA Living Market Dynamics Q1 2026	JLL is a major global real estate consultancy with Saudi market research.	We used JLL for 2026 living-sector direction and supply context. We used it to avoid overstating rent growth where new supply may soften pressure.
Bayut Jeddah apartment listings	Bayut is a major Saudi property portal with live apartment asking-rent listings.	We used Bayut to estimate current asking rents by unit type and neighborhood. We adjusted obvious outliers because asking rents are not always signed rents.
Bayut Al Salamah apartment listings	This page gives neighborhood-level asking rents in a key north Jeddah district.	We used Al Salamah as a practical rental comparator. We treated it as useful for family, professional, and expat demand.
Property Finder Saudi Jeddah rentals	Property Finder is a recognized real estate portal with dated listings and unit details.	We used it to cross-check Bayut asking-rent ranges. We used it especially for examples in Al Rawdah, Al Zahra, Al Hamra, Al Salamah, and Al Marwah.
Global Property Guide Saudi rent price index	This source publishes indexed residential rent trends with a stated time series.	We used it to understand national rent pressure in 2026. We reduced the national growth signal for Jeddah because Riyadh is more overheated.
Global Property Guide Saudi rental yields	This source compares rents and purchase prices for different home sizes.	We used it to check whether Jeddah rent levels looked plausible against yields. We treated it as a secondary private-sector benchmark.
ZATCA Real Estate Transaction Tax	ZATCA is Saudi Arabia’s official tax authority and publishes real estate transfer tax rules.	We used it for property acquisition tax context. We separated the 5% transfer tax from normal monthly landlord costs.
ZATCA Income Tax	ZATCA is the official source for income-tax rules in Saudi Arabia.	We used it to explain possible rental-income tax exposure. We kept the explanation general because tax treatment depends on ownership structure.