What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Saudi Arabia?
We asked expats what a typical home or apartment in Saudi Arabia is like. They answered...
"3 bedroom / 2.5 bath house, fenced yard with grass, trees, and shrubs. Approximately 2300 sq ft. This is typical for expats with my compnay," said a member in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

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"Expat homes and apartments typically come fully furnished with modern amenities and are comfortable and secure. The apartments generally come with a variety of appliances, such as a refrigerator, oven, washing machine, and air conditioner. The homes and apartments also come with secure parking and often have access to a pool and/or gym. In some cases, the expat homes and apartments may also have balconies with views of the surroundings. Additionally, expat homes and apartments may be situated in popular Compound areas, which offer a range of amenities such as a café, supermarket, dry-cleaning service, and health clinic," remarked another expat who made the move to Saudi Arabia.
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.