Kortrijk

As of May 2026, Kortrijk, Ghent, Bruges have 608 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 17% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Kortrijk generates €29K per year. High-performing properties earn €73K/year, while low-performing properties earn €9K/year. The wide revenue variance suggests a market where top-tier listings capture disproportionate demand, as total revenue is contracting despite a significant reduction in supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Kortrijk. Average annual revenue is €29K with 37% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €73K/year. The delta between average and high performers indicates that profitability is highly sensitive to specific listing attributes rather than broad market trends.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kortrijk is 37%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €233, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €52 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Kortrijk, with annual revenue of €57K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Kortrijk market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Kortrijk area. Kortrijk: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard enforcement through tax compliance checks. Ghent: Strict. Registration mandatory, max 60 days/year for non-primary residences, tourist tax required. Active enforcement with fines and platform monitoring. Bruges: Strict. License required, primary residence rule, max 90 days/year for entire homes, density limits in historic center. Heavy enforcement with inspections and penalties. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Kortrijk Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 10%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized decline in supply and revenue suggests a contraction where the market is shedding underperforming units while remaining revenue-pressured.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 20% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Kortrijk listings include: Kitchen (91%), Tv (83%), Heating (81%), Washing Machine (56%), Private Yard (54%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Ev Charger, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 84% more (€90K/year vs €49K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Kortrijk over the last 12 months: May: €2K, June: €2K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €1K, December: €2K, January: €1K, February: €1K, March: €2K, April: €2K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Kortrijk is €233, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €114/night, 2-bedroom properties average €145/night, 3-bedroom properties average €240/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €498/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in October.

Guests in Kortrijk book an average of 38 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 35 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 49 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Kortrijk Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 17%, revenue per listing decreased 10%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 23%. The combination of rising rates and falling lead times points to a shift toward more impulsive, price-sensitive booking behavior.

In Kortrijk, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 42% higher occupancy than weekdays.