Rental lease in Halle
Halle in numbers · 2025-2026
Halle — city profile
Renting in Halle: average rent 820 EUR/month, southern gateway to Brussels, Basilica, gross yield 4.8%.
The rental market in Halle in 2026
Halle is the southern gateway to Brussels in Flemish Brabant. Just 15 minutes by S-train from Brussels-Midi, the city attracts commuters seeking more affordable rents while staying connected to the capital. The average rent stands at 820 EUR/month for a 2-bedroom flat, with a median purchase price of 2,600 EUR/m2.
With 40,000 inhabitants and a rental rate of 38%, Halle offers a dynamic rental market driven by Brussels property pressure. The gross yield of 4.8% remains attractive despite purchase prices above the Flemish average, thanks to sustained rental demand and very short vacancy periods.
Local specifics to know
- Southern gateway to Brussels: Halle is the first Flemish city south of Brussels, served by the S-train (Halle and Buizingen stations). Rental demand is directly linked to Brussels price pressure.
- Flemish lease decree: the Flemish primary residence lease applies in Halle — standard 9-year duration. The rules differ from Brussels, which can surprise tenants moving from the capital. Furnished and commercial leases follow the Flemish decree.
- Median EPC D: a standard level, but competition from new-build properties on the Brussels outskirts pushes tenants to compare energy costs. A renovated B-rated property lets for 10 to 15% more.
- Basilica of Halle: the historic centre around the Basilica is a lively quarter with local shops. Nearby properties benefit from a location premium.
Tips for renting in Halle
The Centre around the Basilica attracts tenants who value local life and proximity to shops. Buizingen, with its S-train station, specifically targets Brussels commuters — a stable and solvent profile, often bilingual, with above-average income.
Halle’s position as the southern gateway to Brussels is a lasting structural advantage. As long as Brussels rents remain 25 to 30% higher, commuter demand will continue to feed the Halle market. For investors, the main risk is the high purchase price (2,600 EUR/m2) which compresses yield. The winning strategy is to target older properties for renovation, improve the EPC score and let to stable commuters on long leases.
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