Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Characterful existing villas in prime locations with a good plot can, with a well-considered renovation, grow into top-class luxury real estate. They often combine charm and location with the possibility to elevate comfort and finishes to the highest level.

If you are considering selling your property in Knokke, Het Zoute, Duinbergen or the polders around Knokke, a professional valuation is the right first step.

• A realistic value based on today’s market
• Strong expertise in prime locations and micro-areas
• Discreet, correct and results-driven guidance

When you sell, you want to know your agent truly understands this specific market. The references show, by segment—garden apartments, seafront apartments, villas with swimming pool, apartments, plots—what types of properties we have extensive experience with. That insight translates into a well-considered pricing strategy and a more efficient sales process for you.

Yes. In the premium market, discretion is often essential.

• Professional and confidential approach
• Visits by appointment, with full respect for your privacy
• Possibility to sell with or without public communication

Yes, as follows. If you own a similar property or are considering a comparable purchase, we can share—privately—a realistic range of asking and market prices. This always takes place in a discreet conversation, so you gain a well-founded view of value without breaching the confidentiality of previous transactions.

Absolutely. A large part of our clients interested in property in Knokke come from outside Knokke, or even from abroad. We guide you step by step—from selecting the right villa or apartment to the practical and administrative follow-up. This makes purchasing a second home in Knokke-Heist a worry-free process, even if you don’t live in Belgium permanently.

Yes, through the international office in Luxembourg and a strong cross-border network.

Yes. Immo Brown also supports international buyers and sellers looking for property in Knokke-Het Zoute and the surrounding regions. In addition to our strong local roots, we have an active international network. From our office in Luxembourg, we assist international clients interested in exclusive real estate on the Belgian coast, always with attention to local regulations, transparency and a discreet approach.

Yes. For owners who require absolute discretion, we organise a silent sale within a selected network of qualified candidates. Your Knokke property will not appear publicly on portals, while still reaching the right target audience. This keeps your privacy optimally protected without compromising your chances of selling.

Yes. In addition to Knokke-Heist, we also support owners of exceptional real estate in Belgium who expect the right strategy and the right buyers.

• Exclusive homes with unique locations
• High-end villas and quality residences
• Discreet approach and professional presentation

Yes. For those for whom discretion is essential, we also handle off-market files that are not offered publicly.

Yes. Immo Brown combines deep local roots in Knokke with a powerful and targeted reach.

• Strong national network
• International client base and buyer reach
• Targeted matching with the right audience
• Proven experience with exceptional properties and prime locations

Yes. We assist owners with the sale of their property and buyers with the purchase of exclusive real estate. Every process is followed up personally and tailored to the client’s expectations and objectives.

In Flanders, a renovation obligation may apply to residential property, depending on the EPC label and the type of transfer. Specifically: for certain low EPC labels (such as E or F), a mandatory renovation pathway applies within a period after purchase. In apartment buildings, the distinction between private units and common parts is particularly important.

You can contact Immo Brown via the contact form on our website or by phone.

You are also welcome to visit our office by appointment for a personal meeting. Any first contact is entirely without obligation and handled with full respect for discretion.

A significant part of the most exclusive offering in Knokke and Het Zoute is deliberately not published online. Owners choose discretion and work with only a limited number of trusted partners. As a result, you won’t find the most exceptional villas, penthouses and country homes via the classic property portals, but through specialised agents who have long-standing relationships with these owners.

Immo Brown has built exactly that network over the past decades. After a personal intake, you gain access to a selection of discreet listings that closely match your profile. This way, you discover homes that perfectly fit your taste and plans, while remaining invisible to the general public.

Discreet listings are not publicly visible. Immo Brown specialises in this type of discreet real estate — this is what we call off-market.

Depending on your wishes, our experienced real estate agents may propose a number of these special off-market properties to you. In complete discretion.

The same applies to an owner who wants to sell a property discreetly. As a specialist, Immo Brown can also bring your property to the market discreetly.

Ask about completed sales. Immo Brown has successfully closed hundreds of transactions in the top segment.

It is simple. If you are considering selling, our team will guide you step by step.

• You contact the Immo Brown team
• We schedule a visit by appointment
• You receive a clear and realistic valuation
• We discuss a strategy that matches your property and timing

For a valuation, we visit the property to analyse the location, condition, finishes and unique assets. We then link these observations to recent comparable references in your area and segment. The result is a well-founded value range and a clear view of the best strategy—whether to sell your property or to keep it as a long-term holding.

Our valuation is based on local expertise, real market conditions, and a detailed review of your property.

• Location and market value by neighbourhood, street and residence
• Size, layout, natural light and orientation
• Finishing level, terrace, parking and overall comfort
• Supply and demand within the right buyer segment

We work with controlled communication: limited publicity where needed, targeted proposals within our network, and viewings with pre-screened candidates. This protects your property from unwanted curiosity, while serious buyers still receive all relevant information and guidance.

At Immo Brown, a personal and transparent approach is central. We take the time to understand your expectations and objectives and guide each process step by step, from the first introduction through to completing the sale or purchase.

Immo Brown’s approach is built on personal follow-up, a realistic market assessment and clear communication. Each file is handled individually and followed up by a dedicated point of contact. This ensures consistent and careful guidance, aligned with the client’s expectations and the specific characteristics of the property.

Immo Brown doesn’t start from a list of viewings, but from an in-depth discussion of your wishes, family situation and investment profile. Based on that, we make a selection from both visible listings and discreet/off-market opportunities that are not publicly advertised.

During the process, we assist you with negotiations, document checks and the legal structure (private purchase or via a company, family planning), in collaboration with your own advisers. Even after the notarial deed, Immo Brown remains available for practical matters such as key handover, utility meter readings, renovation advice and contacts with local service providers—ensuring a seamless experience, even if you don’t live in Knokke permanently.

Very important. Up to 40% of top-segment transactions take place off-market. Immo Brown manages a large portfolio of discreet listings.

Immo Brown has over 20 years of experience as a real estate agent in Knokke-Heist. This long-standing presence means we know the local property market, price trends and the specific neighbourhoods inside out.

Immo Brown has been active in the real estate market in Knokke-Het Zoute for more than 20 years.

Over the years, we have built a strong reputation thanks to a consistent focus on quality, discretion and long-term relationships with our clients. That experience is the foundation of our professional, results-driven approach today.

With no obligation, we visit your property, analyse recent references in your micro-location and prepare a well-founded valuation. This gives you a clear picture of the current market and the different scenarios (sell now, hold on to it longer, renovate first, …), so you can calmly decide what best suits your family and assets in the long run.

The choice between a villa and an apartment is less about “what’s better?” and much more about lifestyle. Those who want maximum privacy, a garden, a swimming pool and space for family or guests often feel most at home in a villa in Het Zoute, Oosthoek or the Zwin area. Those who prefer front-row living by the sea, with direct sea views and all the comfort within the building, tend to lean towards a luxury apartment or penthouse on the Zeedijk or Wandeldijk.

In a personal conversation, Immo Brown maps out your priorities: how often you stay there, family composition, possible rental, need for service or concierge, parking capacity, etc. Based on that, a few carefully selected scenarios are worked out, so you don’t just understand rationally, but also feel emotionally which type of home suits you best in this unique location.

Immo Brown is active in Knokke-Heist, with a specific focus on Knokke, Het Zoute, Duinbergen and the polders around Knokke. We support clients who consciously choose these regions and their specific property character.

Knokke (and especially Knokke-Zoute) is often—rightly—seen as value-retentive thanks to scarcity, stable international demand and a very specific residential profile.

That said, not every purchase is automatically “good”: the right micro-location, privacy, building quality and the future renovation pathway remain decisive.

Yes. Luxury property in Knokke — and certainly in Het Zoute — is among the most value-retentive segments on the Belgian coast. The combination of scarcity (limited building land, strict rules), international demand and strong lifestyle appeal means that high-quality villas and apartments tend to hold their value very well over the long term.

Recent data (2024–2025) show an average annual appreciation of 4–6% in Het Zoute, driven by international buyers and limited new construction.

On top of that, Knokke-Heist is increasingly becoming a “safe haven” for capital: both Belgian and foreign buyers look for peace, stability and a second home here, rather than a purely speculative investment. This makes the market less volatile and strengthens both the emotional and financial return.

For the absolute top segment, buyers primarily look at Het Zoute, the Wandeldijk, Albertstrand and the Zwin area. Here, exceptional location, privacy and architectural quality come together, with villas on generous plots, penthouses with frontal sea views and apartments on the most sought-after stretches of the Zeedijk. Duinbergen and Knokke-Centre are also very popular with those who prefer a residential feel or everything within walking distance. Each neighbourhood has its own character; that’s exactly why Immo Brown helps buyers find not just “a beautiful home”, but above all the right micro-location that fits their lifestyle.

Notary costs typically consist of several components, such as fees, administrative and deed costs, searches and taxes/levies. For luxury real estate, the costs follow the same legal rules, but in practice files are often worked out more thoroughly (e.g. additional file checks, company structures, timing around a second home). Your notary can best estimate the total costs in advance based on your purchase price and situation.

The continuous flow of sold and rented homes shows there is stable demand for quality real estate in Knokke–Het Zoute, even when other markets slow down. The references prove that carefully selected properties—from a seafront apartment to a villa near the Royal Zoute Golf Club—find their buyers when pricing, presentation and target audience are perfectly aligned. And when you choose a real estate agent like Immo Brown who knows the market inside out and can market your property for sale in a highly targeted way.

Luxury real estate in Knokke goes beyond a high price tag. It combines an exceptional location with quality in architecture, finishing, privacy, views and overall experience, so the property retains its value in the long term.

Het Zoute (Knokke-Zoute) is distinctly residential and discreet, with a focus on quality of life, villa architecture and proximity to golf and green spaces. Albertstrand and Knokke-Centre are livelier and combine the sea, shops and strong energy. Duinbergen is generally calmer and more family-oriented—a solid choice if you mainly seek peace and simplicity.

Immo Brown focuses on high-quality residential and exclusive real estate in Knokke, Het Zoute, Duinbergen and the polders around Knokke. Local market knowledge is combined with international visibility and a discreet, professional approach.

Immo Brown works with both private and professional clients from Belgium and abroad. Our clients share one common expectation: professional guidance, accurate information, and a reliable real estate partner in Knokke-Heist.

Immo Brown specialises in high-quality residential and exclusive real estate, with a focus on quality, location and potential. Our portfolio includes apartments, villas, new-build projects, land and exceptional properties in and around Knokke-Het Zoute, Duinbergen and the surrounding regions. We also guide the sale of properties to renovate, always selected for their unique location and future value.

Immo Brown supports owners who are considering selling premium real estate, including:

• Apartments (including sea view and prime locations)
• Villas and exclusive homes
• Building plots and development land
• New-build properties and high-end residences

Luxury apartments with sea view can be found on the Knokke Zeedijk, at Albertstrand, on the Het Zoute side dike, and on the Wandeldijk.

You’ll find the largest villas in Het Zoute: in the lanes, around the Royal Zoute golf, around the mini golf, Magere Schorre, Oosthoek-Zoute, the Zwin area, and in the polders around Knokke.

Immo Brown is based in Knokke-Zoute and operates from two offices. From these locations, we welcome clients personally and guide real estate journeys in Knokke, Het Zoute, Duinbergen and the polders around Knokke.

Immo Brown has two offices in Knokke – Het Zoute, each with its own role within our approach: highly visible where it matters, discreet where preferred.

Kustlaan 271 (ex Louis Vuitton) – our main office on a prime AAA corner location in the commercial heart of Het Zoute, offering maximum visibility and strong showcase impact for the properties in our portfolio.

Sparrendreef 80 – a discreet reception and meeting office, ideal for personal guidance in complete privacy, comfort and ease.

Het Zoute is by far the most expensive and most exclusive area in Belgium.

Knokke Centre offers returns through rental of luxury apartments and penthouses, while Het Zoute excels in pure value retention due to the scarcity of villas and prime residences.

The key price drivers are: location (distance to the sea, type of view, sun orientation), scarcity (frontal sea view, corner positions, large plots), architecture and finishing (timeless design, high-quality materials, bespoke interiors) and the level of privacy and tranquillity. In practice, this means two seemingly similar apartments in Knokke can differ significantly in price due to details such as floor level, façade width, sea or green views, and parking options. An experienced Knokke agent helps you read these nuances, so you pay for real added value rather than merely “square metres”.

Key criteria include build quality, high-end materials and techniques, a well-thought-out layout, natural light, outdoor space, privacy and views. Together, they determine the comfort, appearance and overall experience of the property.

The Immo Brown team consists of experienced real estate professionals with strong knowledge of the local market. Each file is followed up personally, with attention to discretion, clear communication and careful handling.

A specialised Knokke real estate agency knows every street, residence and micro-location inside out. At Immo Brown, we combine those local roots with an international network, including via our contacts in Luxembourg. This allows us to match buyers and sellers very precisely and helps you optimise both the sale value and the long-term potential of your investment.

Buyers choose Immo Brown for our years of experience, built trust, a large and diverse offer, access to discreet files, and perfect A-to-Z guidance.

To create maximum visibility in the places where high-end buyers are present.

In the higher segment, discretion comes before visibility. That’s why we mainly show the property type, neighbourhood and key features, but not full address or price details. This protects our clients’ privacy and keeps the focus on the property’s added value and market position in Het Zoute—not on sensational figures.

Immo Brown focuses almost exclusively on the higher segment in Knokke and Het Zoute, with in-depth knowledge of the local market, the rules of, among others, the Compagnie Het Zoute, and a discreet network of buyers. This expertise helps both owners and buyers make well-considered decisions in a very selective market segment.

Because the market runs on networks and trust. Immo Brown was born and raised in this community and knows it inside out.

A correct valuation helps you position your property properly from the start.

• A strong pricing strategy avoids value loss
• The right price attracts the right buyers
• Clear advice before you make any selling decision

The real estate market in Knokke and Het Zoute is very specific and constantly evolving. Thanks to our local roots and daily market observation, we can give realistic advice and respond correctly to demand, timing and positioning.

In Knokke-Heist, scarce prime locations such as Het Zoute, the area around the Royal Zoute Golf Club, Albertstrand, Duinbergen or sea views make a big difference. The more unique the location, the stronger the value retention and the luxury feel.