# Brussels Class A office: frequently asked questions

> Quick reference: Brussels Class A rent is €32/sqm/mo · ≈ $38.5 PSF/yr USD ($39 USD), typical term 9 years, 8 months free.

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**Last updated:** 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z
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## TL;DR
- Class A rent: €32/sqm/mo · ≈ $38.5 PSF/yr USD.
- Typical term: 9 years.
- Typical rent-free: 8 months.
- Vacancy: 8.2%.

## Key facts
- **city**: Brussels
- **country**: Belgium
- **region**: EMEA
- **classARentLocal**: €32/sqm/mo · ≈ $38.5 PSF/yr USD
- **classARentUsd**: $39/sqft/yr
- **vacancy**: 8.2%
- **typicalLeaseYears**: 9
- **typicalRentFreeMonths**: 8
- **submarkets**: 5
- **primeYieldPct**: 5.4%

## FAQ
### What is the 3/6/9 lease structure?
Belgian commercial leases are statutorily 9 years with tenant break options at years 3 and 6. Tenants must serve 6 months' notice.

### How significant is EU institutional tenancy?
Material. EU institutions and their adjacent ecosystem (lobbying, trade associations, law firms, consulting) drive a meaningful share of total Class A demand.

### What is the language regime?
Brussels is officially bilingual French-Dutch. Most professional services operate primarily in English given the EU institutional context.

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Citation: Source: Class A Atlas (https://classa.info/cities/brussels/faq), updated 2026-04-15T00:00:00.000Z.