What Aura Business does

Aura is a Belgian real estate developer-investor operating through two divisions: Aura Business, focused on (semi-)industrial, retail and commercial properties; and Aura Residential, established in 2009 and focused on residential development in Flanders and Brussels. Its core technology is sustainable building engineering rather than software, integrating features including rooftop solar panels, individual geothermal heat pumps with underfloor heating and cooling, rainwater recovery systems, EV charging infrastructure (including fast chargers at Afi Park), and EPB-compliant insulation across new builds and redevelopments.

The company generates revenue through two primary streams: recurring rental income from its commercial and retail portfolio (anchored by the multi-phase Afi Park retail park in Kobbegem, totalling approximately 9,850 m², and SME units and warehouses across Belgium), and one-time sales of residential units at projects such as Maleizen-Dorp (homes from €515,000–€625,000) and Den Dobbel Arend (13 apartments and 3 commercial spaces in Grimbergen, all apartments now sold). Go-to-market combines a direct sales approach managed by in-house property managers with channel partnerships (Clint, Era Leus & Toye) for residential distribution, supported by Dutch- and French-language digital marketing across website, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

The firm is privately held and founder-led by Dimitri (CEO) with Klara as Director and Nicolas as Managing Partner; it has no disclosed institutional investors, no funding rounds on record, and operates exclusively in Belgium from its headquarters at Romeinsesteenweg 566, Grimbergen. Headcount is stated at 1–10, with named functional roles spanning property management, accounting, HR, marketing and project development across both divisions.

Name

Aura Business

Legal name

Aura

Website

https://aura.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Aura is a privately held Belgian real estate developer-investor with two divisions: Aura Business develops sustainable (semi-)industrial, retail and commercial properties across Belgium, while Aura Residential develops residential projects in Flanders and Brussels, generating revenue from rental income and unit sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Real Estate Development

SIC

Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Mixed-Use Property Management (BPAJAGAE)

Keywords

• Commercial real estate development
• Residential property development
• Sustainable building construction
• Retail park development
• Property investment Belgium

Headquarters

HQ city

Brussels, Brussels Region

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Real Estate Rental: Rental income from commercial properties including retail parks, SME units, warehouses, and commercial spaces throughout Belgium
2. Residential Property Sales: Development and sale of residential apartments and houses in new residential projects
3. Retail Park Operations: Multi-phase retail park development with prominent retail tenants including Juntoo, Exterioo, Hubo, and fitness operators

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Aura Business is a Belgian real estate developer-investor that develops, redevelops, and leases commercial, semi-industrial, and retail properties throughout Belgium, while its affiliated Aura Residential division develops and sells high-quality residential homes and apartments. Core projects include multi-phase retail parks (Afi Park), mixed-use developments with commercial ground floors (Den Dobbel Arend), village-style sustainable residential projects (Maleizen-Dorp), and small-scale apartment buildings (Hof Ten Anker). Properties are designed with sustainability features such as rooftop solar panels, geothermal heat pumps, rainwater recovery, EV charging, and EPB-compliant insulation.

Product overview

Aura operates as a Belgian real estate developer-investor with two distinct divisions: Aura Business (commercial real estate) and Aura Residential (residential real estate). Aura Business focuses on (semi-)industrial and retail properties across Belgium, developing new projects and redeveloping existing buildings with sustainability features. Aura Residential develops high-quality residential projects in Flanders and Brussels since 2009. The portfolio includes retail parks (Afi Park), mixed-use developments (Den Dobbel Arend with commercial ground floors), village-style residential projects (Maleizen-Dorp), and sustainable office/warehouse properties. Key sustainability offerings include solar panels, EV charging, rainwater recovery, and geothermal heating systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Aura Business: Commercial real estate division focusing on (semi-)industrial and retail properties, new project development and redevelopment of existing buildings.
• Aura Residential

Products and services

• Aura Business (commercial real estate division) Commercial real estate developer-investor service offering (semi-)industrial and retail properties for lease across Belgium. Develops new projects and redevelops existing buildings, with sustainability features including solar panels, geothermal heating, rainwater recovery, and EV charging. Customers are enterprise retail tenants, SME occupiers, and logistics operators seeking quality, energy-efficient commercial space in strategic locations.
• Aura Residential (residential development division) Residential real estate development service offering high-quality homes, apartments, and mixed-use residential developments for sale across Flanders and Brussels. Projects are strategically located and feature contemporary architecture with sustainability elements. Buyers are individual homeowners and Belgian residential property purchasers.
• Retailpark Afi Park Multi-phase retail park development in Kobbegem (Asse), Belgium, totaling approximately 9,850 m² of retail space with high-visibility units along N9 and direct connections to Ring R0 and E40. Leased to enterprise retail tenants including Juntoo, Exterioo, Bike Republic, Hubo, Runners' Lab, JIMS Fitness, and SME tenants Rent Event, TerUses, and Deixis. Features sustainability infrastructure: solar panels, rainwater recovery, EV charging stations (including two fast chargers), and EPB-compliant insulation.
• Den Dobbel Arend Mixed-use development in the historic heart of Grimbergen (Hogesteenweg 24) combining 13 residential apartments (79–123 m², all sold) with 3 ground-floor commercial spaces (51–180 m²) still available for lease. Preserves two protected 1789 facades alongside contemporary architecture, with a green courtyard garden and nearly-energy-neutral apartments. Eligible for 6% Belgian VAT on residential units.
• Maleizen-Dorp Sustainable village-style residential project in Overijse featuring homes, apartments, and shops around a new village square on approximately 2 hectares (only 25% built upon). Turnkey (instapklare) homes start from €625,000 (212 m² ground area, 207–221 m² living area) and shell (casco) homes from €515,000. Equipped with individual geothermal heat pumps, underfloor heating and cooling, water recovery, and renewable energy. Sales conducted via partner Clint (clintimmo.be).
• Hof Ten Anker Small-scale residential project in Merchtem featuring 19 apartments and 1 house with timeless architecture, contemporary energy efficiency, a communal courtyard garden, and proximity to the village center and train station. Targeted at individual residential buyers seeking a quality, well-located home in Flanders.
• Commercial Ground-Floor Spaces at Den Dobbel Arend Three versatile commercial spaces (51–180 m²) on the ground floor of the historic Den Dobbel Arend building along the Hogesteenweg in Grimbergen. Marketed to entrepreneurs seeking a high-visibility location for boutiques, retail, or services in a renovated historic setting.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy-efficient buildings meeting EPB standards with optimal insulation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Humble ArchitectencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm responsible for the design of Maleizen-Dorp sustainable residential project, creating integrated urban development with respect for context.
• Plant&HoutgoedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture and landscape firm collaborating on Maleizen-Dorp project, bringing integrated urban development vision combining green space and architecture.
• Clint (clintimmo.be)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReal estate agency acting as sales partner for Maleizen-Dorp residential project, handling customer inquiries and viewings.
• Era Leus & ToyecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReal estate agent handling sales inquiries for Den Dobbel Arend residential apartments in Grimbergen.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Montea: Belgian-listed logistics and semi-industrial real estate investor-developer with Belgian, French, Dutch, and German assets. Comparable to Aura Business on the semi-industrial/logistics side of the portfolio, though at much larger scale and listed.
• Cofinimmo: Large Belgian REIT operating healthcare, office, retail, and residential portfolios across Europe. Overlaps with Aura on the commercial real estate and Belgian residential exposure but at vastly greater scale and as a listed, institutional capital vehicle.
• Vastned Retail: European retail real estate investor (Belgian roots, now Dutch-listed) focused on high-street and urban retail. Comparable to Aura's Afi Park retail-park exposure, though Vastned is a pure retail-investor vehicle at much greater scale.
• WDP (Warehouses De Pauw): Belgian-listed logistics and semi-industrial real estate specialist. Comparable to Aura Business on the semi-industrial/warehouse side of its portfolio, though WDP operates a much larger pan-European logistics platform.

Direct peers

• Home Invest Belgium: Belgian residential REIT developing and letting residential properties in Brussels and other Belgian cities. Comparable to Aura Residential's residential development activity in the same Belgian geography.
• Nextensa: Belgian mixed real estate player combining property development (residential, mixed-use) with REIT-style asset management. Comparable to Aura's twin residential/commercial model in the Belgian market.
• Banimmo: Belgian real estate developer and investor focused on office, retail, and mixed-use redevelopment. Comparable to Aura in operating a developer-investor model with both new build and redevelopment of existing buildings, primarily in Belgium.
• Atenor: Belgian real estate developer of large mixed-use, office, and residential projects in Belgium and select European capitals. Comparable to Aura's project-developer model with sustainability credentials, though typically at larger project scale.
• Immobel: Listed Belgian real estate developer active in residential, office, and mixed-use developments across Belgium and select European cities. Comparable to Aura in combining residential development with commercial projects, though at materially larger scale and broader geographic footprint.

Regional players

• Xior Student Housing: Belgian-listed student housing developer and operator active in Belgium and a few other European markets. Comparable to Aura Residential as a Belgian developer building residential product, though specialising in student accommodation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AuraBusinessRealEstate
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/aurabusiness
• Instagraminstagram.com/aura.biz.realestate

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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