These trends are driving the retail property market, and here’s how we’re staying ahead of them

2 Feb 2026 | Commercial

What direction is the retail property market moving in today? What are businesses looking for in a suitable commercial property? And how can retailers pursue more targeted growth? Structura.biz is well-established as an expert in professional commercial property. Thanks to our dual focus on retail chains on the one hand and owners and project developers on the other, we are the consultancy partner of choice for retail in Brussels and Wallonia.

A tight rental market with more and more local shops

The retail market finds itself in a bit of a tight spot these days: the simple fact is that there’s more demand than there are available premises. Tenants make up around 80% of the market, while only 20% of businesses actually own the premises they operate out of. In many cases, that latter category consists of small enterprises, such as doctor’s practices or supermarket franchises.

One other notable aspect is the growing number of local shops in Brussels. Small supermarkets, gyms and cafes are popping up all over the place. This trend comes hand in hand with businesses attaching ever-greater importance to thorough market analyses and location advice. At the same time, chains with strong momentum are increasingly succeeding in duplicating their concept and expanding into multiple branches.

❝When weighing up commercial premises, location plays a crucial role. Size, car parking and storage facilities can also be major factors, depending on your business. Here at Structura.biz, we offer advice tailored to your situation and we efficiently help you dot all the i’s and cross the t’s, right down to the correct type of rental contract.
– Elsa Kovari, Retail Consultant at Structura.biz

A strong network and an extensive database as our starting point

Finding the perfect match between a retail property and the right business to operate out of it is no mean feat. For that reason, we always conduct a comprehensive analysis at Structura.biz whenever an interesting property comes up. We investigate the various options, analyse the assets and assess its visibility. Based on the results of our analysis, we work out the perfect activity for the property. Only then do we start looking for the perfect candidate within that niche.

In doing so, we focus both on chains looking for the perfect new site, and on owners and developers looking to fill their premises with strong, forward-looking concepts. Our impressive network of potential tenants and investors forms a solid starting point for a focused search effort. And thanks to our huge database of past reference points, we can instantly carry out an accurate valuation of any property.

❝Here at Structura.biz, we always strive for the perfect match: from established chains to industrial premises transformed into retail destinations, and from lettings to sales. Thanks to the strong connection between our retail department and our investment team, we find the right solution for your specific situation, time and time again.
– Elsa Kovari, Consultant Retail at Structura.biz

The consultancy partner of choice for retail property

Structura.biz is your go-to property expert for retail in Brussels and Wallonia. With over 20 years of experience between them, our estate agents are always on hand to speak to you at our centrally located retail department at Rue de Suisse/Zwitserlandstraat in the heart of Brussels. We carefully listen to what it is you need, we personally guide you through the entire process, and we leverage our strong network and extensive database to generate opportunities. The right match with the perfect commercial property or a suitable prospective buyer: that’s what we’re going for!

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