Farwaniya Governorate areas: a living and renting guide
Farwaniya is Kuwait's most densely populated governorate. It mixes mid-priced flat areas such as Farwaniya and Khaitan with newer residential suburbs…
Farwaniya is Kuwait's most densely populated governorate. It mixes mid-priced flat areas such as Farwaniya and Khaitan with newer residential suburbs like West Abdullah Al-Mubarak, Andalus and Ishbiliya.
Being close to the airport and the Fifth and Sixth Ring Roads makes it a practical pick for commuters, and it offers the widest choice of mid-budget rentals.
At a glance: Farwaniya Governorate
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Areas in this guide | 21 |
| Character | Mid-priced flats + new suburbs |
| Good for | Commuters, families on a mid budget |
| Best known | Farwaniya, Khaitan, Andalus, Rabiya, Ardiya |
Areas of Farwaniya Governorate, one by one
Abdullah Al-Mubarak
Also known as West Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh. A large planned suburb. Browse: apartments for rent in Abdullah Al-Mubarak · houses for sale in Abdullah Al-Mubarak.
Airport District
The land around Kuwait International Airport.
Andalus
Named after Al-Andalus, the Arabic name for Islamic Spain. Browse: apartments for rent in Andalus · houses for sale in Andalus.
Ardiya
Known for Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium. Browse: apartments for rent in Ardiya · houses for sale in Ardiya.
Ardiya Herafiya
The craft and workshop zone beside Ardiya.
Ishbiliya
Named after Seville. A family suburb of villas and a co-op. Browse: apartments for rent in Ishbiliya · houses for sale in Ishbiliya.
Al-Dajeej
A smaller area near the airport side of Farwaniya. Browse: apartments for rent in Al-Dajeej · houses for sale in Al-Dajeej.
Farwaniya
The governorate seat. A dense commercial and residential centre on the airport road. Browse: apartments for rent in Farwaniya · houses for sale in Farwaniya.
Ferdous
Residential blocks. The name means paradise. Browse: apartments for rent in Ferdous · houses for sale in Ferdous.
Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh
One of the most densely populated areas in Kuwait, with a large apartment market. Browse: apartments for rent in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh · houses for sale in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh.
Khaitan
A busy residential and shopping district beside Farwaniya. Browse: apartments for rent in Khaitan · houses for sale in Khaitan.
Omariya
A quieter residential pocket in Farwaniya. Browse: apartments for rent in Omariya · houses for sale in Omariya.
Rabiya
A villa area on the western side. The name means the hill. Browse: apartments for rent in Rabiya · houses for sale in Rabiya.
Al-Rai
Home of The Avenues, one of the largest covered malls in the world. Browse: apartments for rent in Al-Rai · houses for sale in Al-Rai.
Al-Riggai
A residential area toward the west of the governorate. Browse: apartments for rent in Al-Riggai · houses for sale in Al-Riggai.
Rehab
A family suburb near Andalus and Ishbiliya. Browse: apartments for rent in Rehab · houses for sale in Rehab.
Sabah Al-Nasser
A large residential area west of Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh. Browse: apartments for rent in Sabah Al-Nasser · houses for sale in Sabah Al-Nasser.
Sabah Al-Salem University
Kuwait University's campus district at Shadadiya.
West Abdullah Al-Mubarak
The western extension of Abdullah Al-Mubarak. Browse: apartments for rent in West Abdullah Al-Mubarak · houses for sale in West Abdullah Al-Mubarak.
South Abdullah Al-Mubarak
The southern extension of Abdullah Al-Mubarak. Browse: apartments for rent in South Abdullah Al-Mubarak · houses for sale in South Abdullah Al-Mubarak.
Sulaibiya Industrial
The industrial zone on the Sulaibiya side. The residential part sits in Jahra.
Search property in Farwaniya GovernorateThis guide is a general description of each area and is no substitute for a viewing. Descriptions are brief and current to October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is Farwaniya good for renting on a mid budget?
Yes — Farwaniya and Khaitan offer some of the most mid-budget choice, with a wide range of building ages.
What are the new suburbs in Farwaniya?
West and South Abdullah Al-Mubarak are among the newest, alongside established suburbs such as Andalus, Ishbiliya and Rabiya.
