In recent years, the Belgian real estate market has been under pressure due to rising interest rates and uncertainty among buyers and sellers. However, the latest Real Estate Barometer shows a clear turnaround: the market is picking up again, with more transactions and rising prices.

The market is gaining momentum

After some difficult years, the number of property transactions has been increasing since 2025 for three consecutive quarters. This points to renewed confidence among buyers and sellers.

In the first nine months of 2025, about 15 percent more homes were sold compared to the same period in 2024. This growth is visible across all regions, with Flanders and Wallonia leading the way and Brussels following the same trend.

Prices on the rise

Evolution of real estate prices

• The average price of a house today is €346,218 (+5%).
• In Wallonia, prices are rising even more sharply, by nearly +13%.
• Apartment prices remain more stable: €275,862 (+1.7%), keeping this segment attractive for first-time buyers.

The buyer profile is shifting slightly. The average house buyer is 38 years old, while for apartments it is 43. Young adults, in particular, are finding their way back to the market more often.

What does this mean for you?

• Buyers: Competition is increasing, especially for houses. Apartments remain a more accessible entry point.
• Sellers: Rising demand increases the likelihood of a smooth sale.
• First-time buyers: Apartments still offer the most affordable access to the market.

Future perspective

Although the market is clearly recovering, it remains sensitive to interest rate developments and economic conditions. For major real estate decisions, good advice and local market knowledge are essential.

Source: Fednot