How much is rent in Saint-Gilles, Brussels?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Saint-Gilles costs €1,000 - €1,100/month (second-hand contract) or €900 - €1,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,300 - €1,500/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,700 - €2,000/month.

Is Saint-Gilles safe for expats?

Saint-Gilles has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.

How long is the commute from Saint-Gilles to Brussels center?

The commute from Saint-Gilles to Brussels city center takes approximately 12 minutes by tram.

What is Saint-Gilles like to live in?

Bohemian and multicultural. Art Nouveau architecture, markets. The neighborhood is known for being bohemian, architecture, multicultural.

Saint-Gilles, Brussels: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

Bohemian and multicultural. Art Nouveau architecture, markets.

Commute to Center

12 min

tram

Safety Rating

3/5

Moderate

Vibe

bohemianarchitecturemulticultural

Rent Prices in Saint-Gilles

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	€900 - €1,000/mo	€1,000 - €1,100/mo
2 Bedrooms	€1,200 - €1,300/mo	€1,300 - €1,500/mo
3 Bedrooms	€1,500 - €1,800/mo	€1,700 - €2,000/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Saint-Gilles, Brussels?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Saint-Gilles costs €1,000 - €1,100/month (second-hand contract) or €900 - €1,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,300 - €1,500/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,700 - €2,000/month.
Is Saint-Gilles safe for expats?: Saint-Gilles has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.
How long is the commute from Saint-Gilles to Brussels center?: The commute from Saint-Gilles to Brussels city center takes approximately 12 minutes by tram.
What is Saint-Gilles like to live in?: Bohemian and multicultural. Art Nouveau architecture, markets. The neighborhood is known for being bohemian, architecture, multicultural.

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Saint-Gilles, Brussels: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

Bohemian and multicultural. Art Nouveau architecture, markets.

Commute to Center

12 min

tram

Safety Rating

3/5

Moderate

Vibe

bohemianarchitecturemulticultural

Rent Prices in Saint-Gilles

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	€900 - €1,000/mo	€1,000 - €1,100/mo
2 Bedrooms	€1,200 - €1,300/mo	€1,300 - €1,500/mo
3 Bedrooms	€1,500 - €1,800/mo	€1,700 - €2,000/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Saint-Gilles, Brussels?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Saint-Gilles costs €1,000 - €1,100/month (second-hand contract) or €900 - €1,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,300 - €1,500/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,700 - €2,000/month.
Is Saint-Gilles safe for expats?: Saint-Gilles has a safety rating of 3/5 (Moderate). It is a moderately safe area. Standard urban precautions are advisable.
How long is the commute from Saint-Gilles to Brussels center?: The commute from Saint-Gilles to Brussels city center takes approximately 12 minutes by tram.
What is Saint-Gilles like to live in?: Bohemian and multicultural. Art Nouveau architecture, markets. The neighborhood is known for being bohemian, architecture, multicultural.