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The Mall of Dhahran, situated in Dhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, operates as a super-regional shopping center with a gross leasable area surpassing 160,000 square meters and a built-up area of 220,550 square meters. It accommodates 275 retail outlets, including a hypermarket and a 90,000 square foot food court featuring 25 restaurants, establishing it as one of the largest facilities in the region.
Under RED Malls management, the property maintains a 95% occupancy rate, signaling robust leasing interest. The tenant mix encompasses international and local brands across fashion, electronics, and lifestyle categories, alongside dining options that promote extended visitor stays. Dhahran demographics, influenced by the oil sector, include affluent households with a median income of 96,000 USD and 60% of residents holding bachelor degrees or higher, fostering demand for upscale retail.
Accessibility is supported by a single-level design and connections to major highways, enabling footfall from Dhahran, Al Khobar, and Dammam areas. In the Eastern Province retail landscape, it occupies a prominent position as an upscale retailtainment venue, with leasing benefits from high regional traffic and Vision 2030 initiatives boosting tourism and consumption. Nonetheless, retailers encounter challenges from competitive pressures and e-commerce expansion, with annual rents typically ranging 2,500 to 3,000 SAR per square meter.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| Monday | 09:30 AM — 11:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 09:30 AM — 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:30 AM — 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 09:30 AM — 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 02:00 PM — 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 09:30 AM — 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 09:30 AM — 11:00 PM |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographics and Footfall
Dhahran serves a population with strong economic ties to the energy industry, featuring a median household income of 96,000 USD and educational attainment where 60% hold bachelor degrees or higher. This profile drives consistent spending on premium goods. The mall draws substantial footfall from the broader Eastern Province, benefiting from accessibility via key highways and its expansive layout, with national mall operators reporting over 19% year-on-year growth in 2023, surpassing pre-COVID benchmarks of 114 million visitors annually across portfolios.
Tenant Mix and Occupancy
The tenant composition includes diverse international fashion, electronics, and lifestyle retailers, complemented by a hypermarket and 25-restaurant food court that enhances visitor engagement. With 95% occupancy, the property demonstrates stable operational quality under RED Malls oversight, though high rent levels may challenge smaller tenants. This mix supports balanced category performance, contributing to reliable revenue streams amid regional retail recovery.
Competition and Risks
The mall faces rivalry from nearby venues like Al Rashid Mall in Al Khobar and facilities in Dammam, leading to potential market saturation in fashion and dining segments. E-commerce penetration, growing at approximately 20% annually, presents additional risks to physical retail sales. Lease structures often span 5-10 years with annual escalations of 5-10%, while infrastructure remains modern, but peak-hour access congestion could impact logistics for certain retailers.
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