Located on the Chaussée de Louvain in Schaerbeek, ROMÉO is redefining the urban living experience for young residents. Investing in ROMÉO means choosing a high‑potential real estate asset at the heart of a market with exceptionally strong demand. Brussels faces a structural shortage of student housing. This market tension ensures consistent occupancy and long‑term value appreciation.
Prime location
ROMÉO is situated in a vibrant urban area, close to numerous Brussels universities and colleges (HELB, ICHEC, EPHEC, ISFSC, etc.). This unique concentration of academic institutions guarantees a constant inflow of tenants and optimal year-round occupancy.
High quality supply
ROMÉO is situated in a vibrant urban area, close to numerous Brussels universities and colleges (HELB, ICHEC, EPHEC, ISFSC, etc.). This unique concentration of academic institutions guarantees a constant inflow of tenants and optimal year-round occupancy.
Up to 27 years of guaranteed and indexed rental income
Thanks to long-term management by A.I.S.E., a social student housing agency, you benefit from security and continuity. The proximity to academic hubs, combined with the structural shortage of student housing, makes ROMÉO a particularly reliable investment. The energy-efficient, future-oriented building preserves its rental value, resulting in stable and predictable long-term income.
No worries, everything is taken care of
No more late‑night calls about a broken boiler or endless debates about maintenance. The property management will be handled entirely by A.I.S.E., ensuring high‑quality, long‑term support. There’s no need to screen tenant candidates, draft leases, prepare statements, organise check‑in/check‑out reports, or take care of the maintenance of common areas and technical installations. Everything is managed for you.
Highly attractive tax framework
ROMÉO benefits from an exceptionally attractive tax regime. The reduced 6% VAT rate allows for immediate and substantial savings upon purchase. In addition, management through the social student housing agency A.I.S.E. results in a full exemption from property tax, significantly increasing your net return.
Demand structurally exceeds supply
Belgium currently lacks approximately 70,000 student rooms, with more than 10,000 missing in Brussels alone. This structural shortage makes student housing one of the most secure real estate segments.
ROMÉO is ideally located to ensure continuous occupancy and sustainable capital appreciation. Brussels welcomes over 100,000 students annually, a number that continues to rise.
Students can reach their campuses within minutes by bike, while enjoying a lively, well-connected neighborhood.
Public transport (bus and tram) is within walking distance, offering easy access to the city center, railway stations, and cultural hotspots.
The neighborhood boasts an excellent Mobiscore of 9.3/10, reflecting an environment where everything is easily accessible: schools, shops, restaurants, sports facilities, leisure areas, and healthcare services.
Secure and integrated bicycle parking is provided. Local shops, cafés, and green spaces contribute to a pleasant and dynamic living environment.
ROMÉO offers students more than just a room. The project delivers a high-quality, safe, and contemporary living experience. Each studio is efficiently designed and equipped with all the comfort modern students expect.
The building features a shared laundry room, designed to make students’ daily lives easier. Practical and easily accessible, this space allows laundry to be done quickly and efficiently while also providing an additional meeting place that supports community life.
ROMÉO is designed according to high energy-efficiency standards. High-performance insulation, double-flow ventilation, and energy-efficient installations reduce energy consumption while maximizing comfort.
You are investing not only in returns, but also in a sustainable, future-proof real estate project with lasting value.
ROMÉO: a strong collaboration between Artone and A.I.S.E.
Artone has been developing urban real estate projects with strong societal impact for many years and has proven expertise in student housing. With projects such as The Crown in Ixelles, Artone further strengthens its position in this segment.
As with previous developments, the management of ROMÉO is entrusted to A.I.S.E., an organization founded by the Brussels-Capital Region and the academic world. Students benefit from rents below market level, while owners enjoy professional management and guaranteed income.
FAQ’S
Who pays the rent if the unit is vacant?
When the student room is not occupied, A.I.S.E. (Student Social Real Estate Agency) continues to pay the rent to the owner.
A.I.S.E. signs a long-term rental agreement with the owner, thereby becoming the main tenant of the property.
This means that:
I.S.E. guarantees the rent payment every month
regardless of the occupancy rate
and takes responsibility for finding and managing the student tenants
The owner therefore benefits from a secure and stable income, without having to worry about vacancy.
Who handles day-to-day management?
A.I.S.E. ensures complete and professional management of the student housing:
selection and supervision of students,
inventory, administrative and contractual follow-up,
minor routine maintenance,
regular monitoring of the condition of the property.
The owner therefore has no daily management responsibilities and benefits from a single point of contact.
How is indexation applied?
Rent indexation follows the standard rules in the Brussels-Capital Region.
Each year, A.I.S.E. applies the indexation according to:
the health index,
the legal conditions in effect at the time of adjustment.
The indexation is managed automatically by A.I.S.E., without any involvement from the owner.
What about resale value?
Well-located student housing in Brussels, especially when supported by secure and professional management such as that provided by A.I.S.E., is highly sought after.
Several factors contribute to the added value:
steadily growing student demand,
secure rental income, attractive to other investors upon resale,
a strong urban location close to universities and public transport,
the scarcity of high-quality supply.
In practice, a well-managed student unit with no vacancy risk generally achieves a higher valuation than a comparable traditional property.
Interested in this secure real estate opportunity?
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