Short-term letting in Antwerp
At a glance
The short-term rental market
In September 2026 Inside Airbnb counted 2,463 listings in Antwerp, 84% of them entire homes; the median advertised price is €131 a night.
That is 4.4 listings per 1,000 residents.
72% of listings received at least one review in the last 12 months, and 61% belong to hosts with several homes: the market is already professional.
For the 1,555 active entire homes, Inside Airbnb estimates a median of 78 booked nights and €12,600 in revenue over the last 12 months — an estimate based on reviews, not a promised result.
2025, in the district: 1,005,604 nights via platforms (Eurostat), 86% foreign.
Short-term rental income in Antwerp
According to AirDNA, a short-term rental in Antwerp achieves on average 60 % occupancy at €110 a night, or about €22,600 in revenue per year. These are market averages: a well-presented, well-located home priced daily often does better, an average one does worse.
Source: AirDNA, market data for June 2026 (238 listings), converted from US dollars to euros at the ECB rate of 12/06/2026 (1.1567 $ per €1). Indicative figures, no guarantee of results.
Property prices
- €245,000 : median sale price of a flat in 2025 (half of sales between €195,000 and €320,000, from 6653 sales) — 7% below the median of the region’s municipalities.
- €369,000 : median sale price of a house in 2025 (half of sales between €292,000 and €480,000, from 2949 sales) — 10% above the median of the region’s municipalities.
Antwerp compared with neighbouring municipalities
With a median flat at €245,000, Antwerp ranks 51st of 59 municipalities in the province of Antwerp, from most to least expensive.
By population (565,615 residents), Antwerp ranks 1st of 67 municipalities in the province of Antwerp.
| Municipality | Distance | Residents | Flat (2025 median) | House (2025 median) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antwerp | — | 565,615 | €245,000 | €369,000 |
| Mortsel | 7 km | 26,961 | €249,000 | €439,500 |
| Schoten | 8 km | 34,849 | €271,000 | €415,000 |
| Edegem | 8 km | 23,698 | €260,000 | €515,000 |
| Wijnegem | 8 km | 10,703 | €302,000 | €389,000 |
Sources: Statbel, STATEC, Observatoire de l’Habitat, IWEPS. Straight-line distances between municipal centres; rankings computed over the municipalities for which the figure is published.
Our advice for Antwerp
Antwerp rewards owners who start with the paperwork rather than the furniture. Short-term letting here is treated as a distinct land use, so the first question is not "how nice can I make it?" but "may this building host tourists at all?". Getting that answer early protects you against a costly purchase and gives you a stronger position with neighbours and the building's co-owners.
Matching the district to the guest
- Eilandje and Het Zuid draw culture-minded couples: the MAS museum, the fine arts museum KMSKA, the old docks and a dense restaurant scene. Light, views and a well-equipped kitchen sell here.
- Around Antwerpen-Centraal, the Meir and the diamond quarter, guests are mostly business travellers and visitors arriving by train from the Netherlands, Paris or Brussels. Seamless self check-in and a proper desk matter more than floor space.
- Zurenborg, Berchem and Borgerhout appeal to travellers who want local life: Art Nouveau streets, small squares, neighbourhood cafés.
- Wilrijk and the University of Antwerp campuses bring visiting researchers, conference delegates and students' families, often for longer stays.
Getting around
The inner city sits within a low-emission zone and street parking is scarce and paid. Say so plainly in your listing, point guests to a car park or a Park & Ride, and explain the tram network and shared bikes. Secure bike storage is a genuine selling point and deserves a photo.
As a port city, Antwerp also hosts trade fairs, shipping firms and a large industrial cluster, which fill weekdays with guests who prefer a clean, practical flat over a decorative one. Weekends tilt towards shoppers and city-breakers. Rates that follow that weekly rhythm tend to outperform a single flat price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a whole home earn as a short-term rental in Antwerp?
Across the 1 555 active whole homes Inside Airbnb lists in Antwerp (September 2026), the median is 78 booked nights and about 12 600 € of revenue over twelve months. This is a public estimate drawn from guest reviews, not a promise: your result depends on location, size, the quality of the listing and the management. Hexuvium sends you a free, itemised estimate for your home, based on comparable properties.
What nightly rate should you aim for in Antwerp?
The median nightly rate listed on Airbnb in Antwerp is 131 € (2 463 listings in September 2026). A fixed price leaves money on the table: demand changes with the day of the week, school holidays and major events. Hexuvium adjusts the price every day from real demand and comparable homes nearby.
Is there a lot of competition in Antwerp?
Antwerp has 2 463 listings, or 4.4 per 1,000 residents; 61% of listings belong to hosts managing several homes, a sign of an already professional market. What makes a listing stand out: professional photos, fast replies to guests, reliable self check-in, hotel-standard cleaning between stays and prices that follow the calendar.
What does a property in Antwerp cost for a short-term rental project?
In 2025, a flat sold for a median of 245 000 € (half of sales between 195 000 € and 320 000 €, out of 6 653 sales); a house sold for a median of 369 000 € (half of sales between 292 000 € and 480 000 €, out of 2 949 sales) in Antwerp (Statbel). Before buying, compare that price with a realistic short-term rental income and booking calendar: Hexuvium sends you a free income estimate for the property you have in mind, based on comparable homes.
Where do guests staying in Antwerp come from?
In 2025, the district counted 1 005 604 nights booked through platforms, 86% of them by guests from abroad (Eurostat). A listing written in several languages, a clear welcome message in English and simple arrival instructions make the difference with these guests.
Can you let short-term in Antwerp without living nearby?
Yes. Hexuvium handles the listing on the platforms, messages with guests, self check-in, cleaning between stays and small repairs. You follow your bookings and income in your owner portal, without having to travel.
Sources and update
Public figures, sources at the bottom; past results, not guaranteed.