Ixelles / Elsene is home to 86,876 people living within 6.4 km², with a slight female majority at 51%. Average age here is 37 years, and most residents are tenants, with 71% renting rather than owning their homes. The average net income per person is 16,829€. Belgian nationals make up just over half the population at 52.1%, while other common origins include France (13.4%), Italy (5.3%), Spain (3%), Portugal and Germany (2.1% each), Romania (2%), and various other countries at 20.1%.
Housing in Ixelles is varied but leans towards apartments, which account for nearly 64% of buildings. Houses represent about 36.2%, mainly of the closed type (32.1%). The average home has about 4.7 rooms, smaller than the Belgian average of 6, reflecting the urban character of the area. The typical building dates from around 1919, indicating a mature neighborhood with established architecture.
Currently, there are 93 houses for sale here. Prices vary widely, from as low as €349,000 to as high as €7,500,000. The average price for a house is approximately €1,574,989. This reflects a broad range of options depending on size, condition, and location within the municipality.
Transport connections are convenient for drivers as well as public transit users. Residents have quick access to two major motorways: the A4/E411 - E25 leading toward Namur and Arlon and the A3/E25 - E40 - E42 heading toward Leuven and Liège. Both can be reached within 4 to 7 minutes from the town center. Public transport includes metro lines 2 and 6 stopping in Ixelles, five tram lines, and 35 bus routes including lines 34, 38, and 60. For schools, the area has multiple nursery, primary, and secondary schools, providing options for families.
Shoppers have access to several supermarket chains, including 13 Carrefour outlets and 12 Delhaize stores among others. Soft mobility options are well covered by bike-sharing stations (28 Villo! locations), car sharing (24 Cambio stations), and 10 EV charging points for electric vehicles. Brussels Airport is reachable within roughly 13 minutes by car or about 55 minutes by public transit from Ixelles.