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Price per m² of a house in Brussels
Average price per m² for a house in Brussels in 2026: data by municipality, five-year trends and factors influencing the value of your property.
The average price per m² for a house in Brussels stands at around €3,200 in 2026, according to the latest transactions recorded by the FPS Finance and Statbel. However, this figure conceals considerable disparities from one municipality to another, from one neighbourhood to another, and even from one street to another. This page provides up-to-date figures, variations by municipality and the structural factors that cause the price per square metre of a house in the Belgian capital to vary.
Price per m² by municipality: comparative table
Price disparities between Brussels municipalities reflect very different urban and socio-economic realities. Here are the indicative ranges observed in early 2026 for single-family houses (two- and three-facade combined):
- Uccle: €4,200 – €5,200/m² (detached four-facade houses with gardens, sought-after residential neighbourhoods such as Saint-Job or Fort-Jaco)
- Woluwe-Saint-Pierre: €4,000 – €4,800/m² (large plots, green surroundings)
- Ixelles: €3,800 – €4,500/m² (townhouses, proximity to major attractions)
- Etterbeek: €3,400 – €4,000/m² (intermediate segment, good accessibility)
- Schaerbeek: €2,800 – €3,600/m² (strong heterogeneity between upper and lower areas)
- Anderlecht: €2,400 – €3,100/m² (urban renewal, still accessible prices)
- Molenbeek-Saint-Jean: €2,200 – €2,900/m² (regeneration potential, urban renovation projects)
These averages are drawn from cross-referencing notarial data and Statbel statistics. They relate to properties in average condition; a fully renovated house or one with an EPC A certificate is significantly above the upper end of the range.
Factors causing the price per m² of a house to vary
The price per square metre is not a universal figure. For a house, several specific variables influence the end result.
Plot area
In Brussels, land represents a major share of the price. A house on a 300 m² plot in the south-east of the Region is worth proportionally far more than an identical property on 150 m². The land-to-building ratio is a decisive criterion that statistical averages do not capture.
The EPC certificate
In the Brussels-Capital Region, the EPC certificate (Energy Performance of Buildings) is mandatory for any property put up for sale. Houses rated F or G — still common in the older stock — are subject to a discount of 10 to 20% compared with properties rated C or better. The energy renovation obligations by 2033 (COBRACE ordinance) are reinforcing this differential.
Number of facades
A detached four-facade house in Uccle or Auderghem commands a price per m² 15 to 30% higher than a two-facade terraced house on the same street. Natural light, the absence of a party wall and the extension potential are valued by buyers.
General condition and works
The gross price per m² does not distinguish between a property in need of full renovation and a turnkey house. In Brussels, the cost of substantial renovation ranges between €1,200 and €2,000/m² depending on the quality of finishes. It is therefore essential to relate the price per m² to the actual condition of the property for any meaningful comparison.
Recent trends in house prices per m²
Over the 2021–2026 period, the median price of houses in the Brussels-Capital Region has risen by approximately 12 to 18% depending on the municipality, with an acceleration in 2025 linked to the fall in mortgage rates and the return of institutional buyers. The family house segment (three bedrooms, garden) remains the most dynamic, driven by structural demand significantly exceeding available supply.
For a detailed analysis of trends over several years, see our article on the evolution of the Brussels property market.
The difference between price per m² and the actual value of your house
Published price-per-m² figures are statistical averages calculated over a volume of transactions. They constitute a starting point but do not replace an individual valuation. Two houses on the same street may show a price differential of 30% owing to their condition, EPC rating, the presence of a garage or the quality of their garden.
To understand in depth the criteria that determine the value of a house, we invite you to consult our guide on the value of a house in Brussels, which covers qualitative factors rather than market data.
If you wish to know the precise value of your property, a property valuation provides an opinion of value based on recent comparable transactions. For a legally binding document (succession, divorce, mortgage), a property expertise establishes a reasoned and certified report.
Why averages per m² are not sufficient to set a selling price
Setting the asking price for your house based solely on the average price per m² for your municipality is a common mistake. Too high a price extends the selling time and leads to downward negotiations; too low a price represents a pure loss.
Property professionals use the comparative method — cross-referencing recent transactions for similar properties within a restricted perimeter — supplemented by adjustments related to condition, EPC rating and the specific characteristics of the property. This is precisely what an accredited property expert does during a valuation assignment.
Do not hesitate to contact us for any question relating to the value of your house in Brussels.