Sweifieh in brief: what it is like and what it costs
Sweifieh suits young professionals, renters who want convenience and expats. Asking prices on Hagzi: a two-bedroom rents for a median of about JD 1,000 a month (0% below the West Amman median) and apartments ask about JD 1,230 per m². The sections below cover what living there is like, rent, buying prices, schools and what to weigh up.
Sources: Wikipedia: Sweifieh · Wikipedia: Wadi Al-Seer · US Embassy post report · Hagzi. Prices from public listings, 10 October 2026.
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What is Sweifieh like to live in?
Where it is
In western Amman in the Wadi Al-Seer district, bordered by Abdoun, Deir Ghbar and Um Uthaina.Shopping and nightlife
Best known for nightlife and shopping, with malls scattered around the neighbourhood. The Albaraka Mall is the best known for its accessible location and quality shops.Wakalat Street
Also called Agencies Street, the first pedestrian zone in Jordan, with dozens of cafés and shops for high-end international brands.Galleria Mall
A branch opened in Sweifieh in 2013, with cafés, shops, boutiques and a Carrefour.Airport access
Relatively close to the highway to Queen Alia International Airport, about 20 to 30 minutes by car or bus.Residents
Inhabited mostly by upper middle class residents, according to Wikipedia.How much is rent in Sweifieh?
| Bedrooms | Median / month | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | JD 685 | 8 |
| 2-bedroom | JD 1,000 | 38 |
| 3-bedroom | JD 1,460 | 18 |
Median asking rent (yearly ÷ 12) from public Hagzi listings in Sweifieh, 10 October 2026; 71 apartment rentals in total. A dash means fewer than 8 listings. Asking rents, not signed leases.
A two-bedroom in Sweifieh asks about 0% below the West Amman median of JD 1,000. About 62% of the 71 rentals we checked say furnished.
How much does it cost to buy in Sweifieh?
| Measure | Median | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment price per m² | JD 1,230 | 19 |
| Typical 3-bedroom apartment | – | 5 |
| Typical villa | – | 2 |
| Estimated gross yield (2-bed) | 10.0% | – |
From public Hagzi listings in Sweifieh, 10 October 2026: 19 apartments and 2 villas for sale. A dash means too few listings (fewer than 8 apartments or 5 villas). Yield is asking rent ÷ asking price for same-size apartments and overstates typical returns because rent listings skew furnished. A registration fee of up to 3% and 3% sale tax come on top.
Sweifieh asks 23% above the Amman-wide median of JD 1,000 per m².
Who is Sweifieh best for?
Young professionals
Cafés, shopping and nightlife on the doorstep.Renters who want convenience
Malls, supermarkets and the airport highway nearby.Expats
A central western location with furnished apartments.What to know before you move to Sweifieh
Busy and noisy
Nightlife and shopping bring traffic and noise, especially at weekends.Calmer alternatives nearby
Wikipedia notes the more exclusive clubs have moved towards the calmer Abdoun area.Small sample for buying
We found few apartments for sale in Sweifieh, so price figures are rough.Sweifieh landmarks, schools and services
Wakalat Street
Jordan's first pedestrian zone, with cafés and shopsGalleria Mall
Opened 2013; Carrefour, cafés and boutiquesAlbaraka Mall
Best-known mall in the neighbourhoodNearby areas and comparisons for Sweifieh
Abdoun
See rent, prices and the area guide for Abdoun.Read more →Deir Ghbar
See rent, prices and the area guide for Deir Ghbar.Read more →Um Uthaina
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Rent, prices and feel side by side.Read more →Sources for this guide: Wikipedia: Sweifieh · Wikipedia: Wadi Al-Seer · US Embassy post report · Hagzi. See our methodology for how prices are calculated.
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What is Sweifieh like to live in?
Where it is: In western Amman in the Wadi Al-Seer district, bordered by Abdoun, Deir Ghbar and Um Uthaina. Shopping and nightlife: Best known for nightlife and shopping, with malls scattered around the neighbourhood. The Albaraka Mall is the best known for its accessible location and quality shops. Wakalat Street: Also called Agencies Street, the first pedestrian zone in Jordan, with dozens of cafés and shops for high-end international brands. Compare neighbourhoods →
How much is rent in Sweifieh, Amman?
The median asking rent in Sweifieh is about JD 685 for a 1-bedroom, JD 1,000 for a 2-bedroom, JD 1,460 for a 3-bedroom a month (71 rentals checked on Hagzi, 10 October 2026). Rents are quoted per year, so the yearly equivalent is twelve times those figures. Rent prices by area →
How much does it cost to buy in Sweifieh?
Apartments in Sweifieh ask about JD 1,230 per m² (Hagzi, 19 apartments, 10 October 2026), 23% above the Amman-wide median. A registration fee of up to 3% and a 3% sale tax come on top, with the split agreed between buyer and seller. Buy in Amman →
Is Sweifieh safe?
A 2025 US Embassy post report describes Sweifieh, with Abdoun and Deir Ghbar, as generally safe and affluent. It is a single source, so check the specific street and ask residents. Safest neighbourhoods in Amman →
Who is Sweifieh best for?
Young professionals: Cafés, shopping and nightlife on the doorstep. Renters who want convenience: Malls, supermarkets and the airport highway nearby. Expats: A central western location with furnished apartments. Best areas to live in Amman →
What are the downsides of living in Sweifieh?
Busy and noisy: Nightlife and shopping bring traffic and noise, especially at weekends. Calmer alternatives nearby: Wikipedia notes the more exclusive clubs have moved towards the calmer Abdoun area. Small sample for buying: We found few apartments for sale in Sweifieh, so price figures are rough. Best areas to live in Amman →
Abdoun or Sweifieh: which is better?
Sweifieh asks about 2% more per m² (JD 1,230 against JD 1,200 in Abdoun). A two-bedroom rents for about 8% more in Abdoun (JD 1,085 against JD 1,000 a month in Sweifieh). A three-bedroom rents for about 9% more in Abdoun (JD 1,585 against JD 1,460 a month in Sweifieh). Compare the areas on the same bedroom count and price per m², and visit both before deciding. Abdoun vs Sweifieh →
Can foreigners buy property in Sweifieh?
Yes, with the Minister of Interior's approval, and not in border, archaeological or historic areas; the rules apply across Amman, not just here. Law No. 17 of 2026, published in the Official Gazette in September 2026 and in force from about October 2026, also lets non-Jordanians own or lease a private residence outside urban planning zones, up to 10 dunums, with the Finance Minister's approval. Foreign buyer rules →