Jeddah Property for Sale for Foreigners: Areas, Prices, Yields
Jeddah is open to you
Jeddah is one of the eight zones open to foreign freehold ownership. UK citizens buy in their own name, on the same government title deed as Saudi nationals, in every area covered by the approved zones, including the corniche districts most investors target.
Where to focus, area by area
Prices are indicative guides for orienting a search, not offers. Every live listing on this platform shows exact GBP and SAR pricing.
| Area | Feel | Indicative price, per sqm |
|---|---|---|
| Al Shati (Corniche North) | Beachfront apartments, strongest short-let fundamentals | SAR 9,000-12,000 |
| Al Hamra | Established corniche district, restaurants, walkable | SAR 8,000-11,000 |
| Al Rawdah | Central, business-adjacent, solid long-let tenants | SAR 7,000-10,000 |
| Obhur, north of the city | New-build villas and gated communities, Red Sea coast | SAR 6,000-9,000 |
| Al Salamah | Upmarket residential, family tenants, quiet streets | SAR 7,000-10,000 |
| Historic Jeddah (Al Balad) | UNESCO heritage district, restoration plays, specialist | SAR 5,000-8,000 |
Yields and tenant demand
Typical gross yields run 7-10%, with furnished corniche apartments at the top of that band on pilgrimage and business demand. Jeddah captures three demand streams at once: families renting long term, corporate visitors on projects, and the Umrah and Hajj visitor economy flowing through the city year round.
How to buy from the UK
The full process runs remotely with power of attorney: browse verified listings, run your numbers, book a briefing, legal checks and contracts with our Saudi legal team, then completion and title registration without travelling. Most UK buyers make one viewing trip, timing it around live stock, and our team arranges everything on the ground.
Costs at a glance
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Purchase tax | 5% of price, once |
| Annual property tax | None |
| Tax on sale profit | 0% for individuals |
| Legal and registration | Fixed quote in advance, typically 1-2% |
Start with live Jeddah listings
Browse current Jeddah stock on the properties page, filtered by zone, or book a briefing and we will shortlist against your budget and yield target.
Ready to see live opportunities?
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