Short-term letting in Brussels
At a glance
Our Airbnb management in Brussels
The City of Brussels stretches from the Grand Place to the fields of Haren, and also covers Laken, Neder-Over-Heembeek, part of the European Quarter and a stretch of Avenue Louise. Each part draws a different kind of guest, and that shapes how a property is best run.
- Check-in and key handover adapted to the part of the city: business travellers near the European Quarter, city-trippers around the Grand Place.
- Furnishings and linen matched to the stay type, from a short urban break to a longer stay in Laken or Neder-Over-Heembeek.
- Pricing tuned to the calendar of events and conferences that draw visitors to the capital throughout the year.
In September 2026 Inside Airbnb counted 1,532 listings in Brussels, median price €143 a night; for the 949 active entire homes, the median is 182 booked nights and about €24,900 in revenue over twelve months. According to AirDNA, a property in the Brussels-Capital Region averages 66% occupancy at €109 a night, or about €24,600 in revenue a year — market averages, not a promised result. Our management costs 5% commission excl. VAT on the income received. Local VAT added on top. Setup: €350 excl. VAT. Our Airbnb management · Our pricing
The short-term rental market
In September 2026 Inside Airbnb counted 1,532 listings in Brussels, 73% of them entire homes; the median advertised price is €143 a night.
That is 7.7 listings per 1,000 residents, ranking 2 of the 19 Brussels municipalities for density.
81% of listings received at least one review in the last 12 months, and 64% belong to hosts with several homes: the market is already professional.
For the 949 active entire homes, Inside Airbnb estimates a median of 182 booked nights and €24,900 in revenue over the last 12 months — an estimate based on reviews, not a promised result.
2025, in the district: 2,283,842 nights via platforms (Eurostat), 92% foreign.
Short-term rental income in the Brussels region
According to AirDNA, a short-term rental in the Brussels region achieves on average 66 % occupancy at €109 a night, or about €24,600 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 (233 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
- €270,000 : median sale price of a flat in 2025 (half of sales between €200,000 and €381,685, from 1694 sales) — in line with the average.
- €430,000 : median sale price of a house in 2025 (half of sales between €340,000 and €550,000, from 232 sales) — 16% below the median of the region’s municipalities.
Brussels compared with neighbouring municipalities
With a median flat at €270,000, Brussels ranks 10th of 19 municipalities in the Brussels-Capital Region, from most to least expensive.
By population (198,674 residents), Brussels ranks 1st of 19 municipalities in the Brussels-Capital Region.
A flat sells for 23% more than in Molenbeek-Saint-Jean, the nearest neighbouring municipality (1 km, median €219,000).
| Municipality | Distance | Residents | Flat (2025 median) | House (2025 median) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels | — | 198,674 | €270,000 | €430,000 |
| Molenbeek-Saint-Jean | 1 km | 98,411 | €219,000 | €350,000 |
| Saint-Josse-ten-Noode | 1 km | 27,003 | €225,000 | €357,500 |
| Anderlecht | 2 km | 129,600 | €210,000 | €341,000 |
| Ixelles | 2 km | 89,162 | €342,000 | €785,000 |
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 Brussels
The City of Brussels is far more than the Pentagon, the old centre inside the ring. Its territory runs from the Grand-Place out to the fields of Haren and takes in Laeken, Neder-Over-Heembeek, part of the European Quarter and a stretch of Avenue Louise. Each area draws a different guest, so a flat that thrives near the Sablon may struggle by the Heysel, and the reverse is just as true.
The historic centre
Around the Grand-Place, the Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries, the Sablon, the Marolles and the Sainte-Catherine area, demand is overwhelmingly leisure: European city-breakers, couples and groups of friends arriving through Central Station. Stays are short, often Thursday to Sunday, and peak around the winter festivities and Christmas market, the Ommegang pageant in early summer and the flower carpet in the years it is laid. Location sells itself here. What sets listings apart is soundproofing, proper beds and clear arrival instructions for streets that are often pedestrian-only.
Laeken, the Heysel and the north
Near the Atomium, Brussels Expo and the King Baudouin Stadium, bookings follow trade fairs, concerts and matches: a handful of very busy nights with quieter spells in between. Exhibitors and families in town for a fair value a parking space, several beds and a kitchen they can actually cook in. Quieter Neder-Over-Heembeek and Haren lean towards business travellers heading to the north-east, NATO headquarters included, and suit a calm, well-connected home with easy car access.
Our practical advice
- Furnish for your area: character and strong photos in the centre, extra sleeping space and parking up north, a workspace near the institutions.
- Sort the logistics early: inside the Pentagon a car is more burden than help. Use a key box or smart lock, and leave precise waste instructions, since collection days vary from street to street.
- Price by event rather than by month, especially near the Heysel.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a whole home earn as a short-term rental in Brussels?
Across the 949 active whole homes Inside Airbnb lists in Brussels (September 2026), the median is 182 booked nights and about 24 900 € 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 Brussels?
The median nightly rate listed on Airbnb in Brussels is 143 € (1 532 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 Brussels?
Brussels has 1 532 listings, or 7.7 per 1,000 residents; 64% 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 Brussels cost for a short-term rental project?
In 2025, a flat sold for a median of 270 000 € (half of sales between 200 000 € and 381 685 €, out of 1 694 sales); a house sold for a median of 430 000 € (half of sales between 340 000 € and 550 000 €, out of 232 sales) in Brussels (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 Brussels come from?
In 2025, the district counted 2 283 842 nights booked through platforms, 92% 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 Brussels 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.