The property market in Arlon in 2025
Arlon is a municipality in the province of Luxembourg in Wallonia, with 31,310 residents spread across 118.6 km2, giving a density of 264 inhabitants per km2.
The median price for houses stands at EUR 228,981, while apartments reach a median value of EUR 115,115. The price per square metre is EUR 1,636. Visit our property prices in Arlon page for detailed data.
How to estimate a property in Arlon
Estimating a property in Arlon means starting from the price observed for comparable properties in the municipality, then correcting that benchmark for the features of the home.
The starting point is the price per square metre recorded on recent sales of the same type, house or apartment. That benchmark describes an average property, not a specific home.
Then come the corrections. Living area, plot, number of bedrooms, general condition, energy performance, garage or outdoor space, each one shifts the value.
An estimate remains a range. The price settles where that range meets demand at the time the property goes on the market.
Regional context: Wallonia
Wallonia, the French-speaking region in southern Belgium, attracts with its natural landscapes, spacious living, and more affordable property prices. Registration fees stand at 12.5%, but the lower purchase prices often compensate for this difference. The region offers attractive energy renovation subsidies and boasts a remarkable natural heritage spanning the Ardennes, the Meuse valleys, and the Hainaut countryside. The rise of remote working has strengthened the appeal of Walloon municipalities for Brussels commuters.
Urban profile of Arlon
Arlon is a medium-sized city with comprehensive urban services, good transport connectivity, and varied neighbourhoods. It offers hospitals, shopping centres, cultural and sporting facilities, and a diversified job market. This intermediate size provides the best compromise between urban dynamism and quality of life.
The province of Luxembourg
The province of Luxembourg, the largest and least densely populated in Belgium, offers very competitive property prices and an exceptional natural setting in the heart of the Ardennes. The proximity of the Grand Duchy creates a commuter flow influencing the cross-border property market.
Neighboring municipalities of Arlon
Here are municipalities in the same province worth considering:
- Marche-en-Famenne — Median house price: EUR 212,103, overall score: 55/100
- Aubange — Median house price: EUR 151,950, overall score: 60/100
- Bastogne — Median house price: EUR 262,955, overall score: 58/100
- Libramont-Chevigny — Median house price: EUR 150,083, overall score: 43/100
- Durbuy — Median house price: EUR 273,779, overall score: 47/100
- Virton — Median house price: EUR 255,750, overall score: 49/100
Transport and accessibility
Arlon scores 54/100 for public transport and 54/100 for walkability. The accessibility score for shops and services reaches 50/100.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)
The housing stock has a good energy profile, with 23.3% of homes rated class A or B.
- Class A: 2.5 %
- Class B: 20.8 %
- Class C: 24.9 %
- Class D: 20.0 %
- Class E: 12.4 %
- Class F: 9.2 %
- Class G: 10.3 %
Visit our EPC in Arlon page to estimate renovation costs.
What makes an estimate vary from one address to the next
With equal features, two properties in the same municipality are not worth the same price, and the precise location as well as the technical condition explain most of the gap.
Location plays on the distance to schools, shops and main roads, but also on how quiet the street is.
Technical condition weighs through the work it imposes on the buyer. Roof, window frames, heating and insulation can partly be read in the EPC certificate, and a weak rating is negotiated on the price.
These factors do not add up mechanically. A well-located property in need of renovation and a renovated one further out end up in the same range.
Demographics and population profile
The population is experiencing moderate growth, with growth of 4.9% over 5 years. 24.4 % of the population is aged 18 to 34 and 16.1 % is over 65. The foreign population share is 22.3 %.
The median declarable income stands at EUR 36,853 per year. The municipality has 1,456 active businesses.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 67.5 offences per 1,000 residents, including 30.9 thefts and 7.5 acts of violence. The safety score is 22/100.
Quality of life in Arlon
Arlon offers a living environment that can be assessed through several complementary indicators. In terms of walkability, the municipality scores 54/100, reflecting how easy it is to walk for daily errands and activities. The public transport score is 54/100, indicating the level of bus, tram, or train service. Access to schools is rated 68/100, an essential criterion for families with children. Proximity to shops and services reaches 50/100. Green spaces score 56/100, important for daily wellbeing. Finally, the safety score stands at 22/100. All these criteria together give Arlon an overall score of 58/100.
Economy and employment in Arlon
The economic activity of Arlon is characterised by a median declarable income of EUR 36,853 per year (average income: EUR 48,638). The municipality hosts 1,456 active businesses, or 0.05 businesses per 100 residents, reflecting a developing economic fabric. The municipal tax pressure is 7.9%.
Investment
With an investment score of 70/100 and 367 transactions over the past 12 months, Arlon presents an attractive investment potential. Registration fees in Wallonia amount to 12.5%. Try our mortgage simulator and notary fees calculator.
How much does a house cost in Arlon in 2025?
The median price of a house in Arlon is EUR 228,981. Apartments trade at around EUR 115,115 and villas reach EUR 475,823.
Is Arlon a good municipality to invest in?
Arlon scores 70/100 for investment and 58/100 overall. Registration fees in Wallonia amount to 12.5%.
What is the demographic profile of Arlon?
Arlon has 31,310 residents and 7,791 households. The median income is EUR 36,853 per year.
What public transport is available in Arlon?
Arlon scores 54/100 for public transport and 54/100 for walkability. Car access remains important for many journeys.
How safe is Arlon?
The crime rate is around the national average, with a safety score of 22/100.