Short-term letting in Charleroi
At a glance
The short-term rental market
In 2024, tourist accommodation in Charleroi recorded 248,753 nights (IWEPS).
2025, in the district: 137,146 nights via platforms (Eurostat), 78% foreign.
Short-term rental income in Charleroi
According to AirDNA, a short-term rental in Charleroi achieves on average 62 % occupancy at €83 a night, or about €16,400 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 (25 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
- €122,000 : median sale price of a flat in 2025 (half of sales between €93,000 and €165,000, from 582 sales) — 39% below the median of the region’s municipalities.
- €158,000 : median sale price of a house in 2025 (half of sales between €105,000 and €210,000, from 2073 sales) — 37% below the median of the region’s municipalities.
Charleroi compared with neighbouring municipalities
With a median flat at €122,000, Charleroi ranks 22nd of 23 municipalities in the province of Hainaut, from most to least expensive.
By population (206,900 residents), Charleroi ranks 1st of 69 municipalities in the province of Hainaut.
For tourist nights in 2024 (248,753), Charleroi ranks 2nd of 32 municipalities in the province of Hainaut.
A flat sells for 7% less than in Châtelet, the nearest neighbouring municipality (6 km, median €131,750).
| Municipality | Distance | Residents | Flat (2025 median) | House (2025 median) | Tourist nights 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleroi | — | 206,900 | €122,000 | €158,000 | 248,753 |
| Châtelet | 6 km | 35,975 | €131,750 | €175,000 | — |
| Montigny-le-Tilleul | 6 km | 10,110 | — | €277,500 | — |
| Courcelles | 7 km | 31,673 | €185,000 | €175,000 | 4,384 |
| Farciennes | 8 km | 11,453 | — | €170,000 | — |
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 Charleroi
Charleroi has long carried an unfair reputation. For an owner, though, it rewards a closer look: short-stay demand here rests less on postcard tourism than on very practical needs, starting with Brussels South Charleroi Airport, located in Gosselies, within the municipality itself.
Who you will host
- Air passengers: dawn departures, late arrivals, families who come the night before a flight or land too late to drive home. Gosselies, Jumet, Ransart and the area around the airport meet this demand for one or two nights.
- Professionals: the Aéropôle and Biopark business parks in Gosselies are home to aerospace and biotech companies, bringing technicians, engineers and consultants on assignments lasting several weeks.
- Culture and sport visitors: the UNESCO-listed Bois du Cazier mining site in Marcinelle, the Museum of Photography in Mont-sur-Marchienne, the BPS22 art museum, walks up the slag heaps, matches at the Stade du Pays de Charleroi and trade fairs at Charleroi Expo.
Practical advice
In the Ville Basse and Ville Haute, both reshaped by recent urban renewal, a flat near the station and the light metro appeals to travellers in transit and to professionals in town for a few days. For those on assignment, weekly and monthly rates make all the difference.
Frequently asked questions
What does a property in Charleroi cost for a short-term rental project?
In 2025, a flat sold for a median of 122 000 € (half of sales between 93 000 € and 165 000 €, out of 582 sales); a house sold for a median of 158 000 € (half of sales between 105 000 € and 210 000 €, out of 2 073 sales) in Charleroi (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.
Does Charleroi attract tourists?
Tourist accommodation in Charleroi counted 248 753 overnight stays in 2024. Most are leisure stays: a home well equipped for families and groups of friends, with parking, outdoor space and a full kitchen, stands out clearly from what is already on offer.
Where do guests staying in Charleroi come from?
In 2025, the district counted 137 146 nights booked through platforms, 78% 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 Charleroi 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.