Is Aarschot well located for commuters to Leuven and Brussels?

Yes. Aarschot is 15 minutes by train from Leuven and 40 minutes from Brussels-North via the IC line. This position in the Demer valley allows tenants to work in either city while benefiting from rents 30 to 40% lower than in Leuven.

Is the Aarschot rental market attractive for investors?

With a gross yield of 4.8% and moderate purchase prices (1,850 EUR/m2), Aarschot offers good value for money for a rental investment in Flemish Brabant. Demand is driven by commuters and families attracted by the natural setting of the Demer valley.

Flemish Region Lease contract 3200 Grande ville

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30 000 habitants Flemish Region Code postal 3200

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Aarschot in numbers · 2025-2026

6 indicators

Population

30 000

Statbel 2025

Average rent (2-bed flat)

780 EUR /month

Statbel Q4 2025

Median price per m2 (purchase)

1 850 EUR

Immoweb Q4 2025

Median EPC

VEA 2025

Rental rate

40 %

Census Statbel 2023

Gross yield

4.8 %

BailBelgique Study 2025

Local analysis

Aarschot — city profile

Renting in Aarschot: average rent 780 EUR/month, Demer valley city, growing market, gross yield 4.8%.

The rental market in Aarschot in 2026

Aarschot sits at the heart of the Demer valley, between Leuven and Hasselt, in a strategic position for commuters. With an average rent of 780 EUR/month for a 2-bedroom flat (Statbel Q4 2025) and a median purchase price of 1,850 EUR/m2, the city offers a gross yield of 4.8%, attractive for Flemish Brabant.

The city has 30,000 inhabitants and a rental rate of 40%, supported by the proximity of Leuven (15 min by train) and Brussels (40 min). The natural setting of the Demer valley attracts families and commuters seeking a compromise between quality of life and financial accessibility.

Local specifics to know

Leuven-Hasselt rail axis: Aarschot station offers direct IC connections to Leuven (15 min) and Brussels-North (40 min). This positioning is the primary driver of rental demand.
Flemish lease decree: the Flemish primary residence lease (Woninghuurdecreet) applies in Aarschot — standard 9-year duration, 6 months’ notice. Student and furnished leases are also governed by Flemish legislation.
Median EPC D: a standard level for the region, but renovated properties rated A or B let for 8 to 12% more. VEA grants partially cover energy renovation works.
Demer valley: the natural setting is a strong selling point for families. Properties with views over the valley or near walking trails let more quickly.

Tips for renting in Aarschot

Neighbourhood choice in Aarschot depends on the target tenant profile. The Centre, close to the station and shops, attracts commuters working in Leuven or Brussels — a stable and solvent profile. Rillaar, on the southern outskirts, suits families seeking peace and space, with long leases and low turnover.

To maximise yield, landlords should invest in improving the EPC score: competitive pressure from new-build properties on the outskirts of Leuven pushes tenants to compare energy costs. A B-rated property in Aarschot can command the same rent as a D-rated property in Leuven, while offering a higher gross yield thanks to the lower purchase price.

Districts of Aarschot

Centre (Demer valley)

Historic heart along the Demer river, shops and station, commuter profile

Rillaar (residential)

Quiet family-oriented quarter to the south, detached houses, long-term leases