With rising living costs and rents, expats look for smart ways to save—whether in Riyadh for work or Jeddah for study. Here are 7 secrets to get cheaper rooms with better services, plus practical tips to live comfortably when sharing housing.
7 Secrets to Cheaper Room Rentals
- Download Shareek Sakan: Available on Google Play and the App Store to find furnished/unfurnished rooms and roommates.
- Use smart filters: Search by city/district, price (low to high), room type, and amenities.
- Roommate preferences: Filter by gender, smoking, age, nationality, and language.
- Split the cost: Choose up to 10 roommates to share rent and bills.
- Review listings carefully: Check real photos, amenities, terms (bills/deposit), and roommate info.
- Chat in-app: Message owners/roommates directly—no property offices needed.
- Save favorites: Keep suitable options to decide later.
Co-Living Tips
- Spell out everything in the lease (bills, term, deposit).
- Agree on shared responsibilities (cleaning, cooking).
- Set visiting rules to avoid disturbance.
- Respect privacy and personal space.
- Communicate regularly and positively.
- Take care of furniture and appliances.
Co-living is a smart way to cut costs and enjoy a better social experience—especially with Shareek Sakan making it safe and simple.