The designation of the Bahrul Ulum Islamic Boarding School in Tambakberas as the center for the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Congress in August 2026 has sparked a new economic pulse among the people of Jombang. Enthusiasm from participants across various regions has led to a significant surge in demand for property rentals around the event venue, long before the official agenda begins.
Siti Nur Hayati, a resident of Bahrul Ulum Menara Asri Housing, revealed that booking trends for housing began filling waitlists as soon as the official announcement of the congress location was released. Many prospective visitors chose to secure accommodation early to avoid housing shortages in areas close to the center of activities.
This phenomenon has driven residents' creativity to maximize economic opportunities. Quite a few local residents have chosen to temporarily vacate their homes and move into the residences of relatives or parents. This step is not only a seasonal business strategy but is also interpreted by residents as a form of mutual cooperation and readiness to welcome thousands of attending delegates.
The high demand for strategic housing has impacted rental values in the congress's "ring one" area. Currently, weekly house rental rates range from IDR 5 million to IDR 10 million. A location just 500 meters from the main parking lot and the congress center serves as a major draw for delegates and invited guests.
Predicted to attract around 6,000 delegates, observers, and guests from home and abroad, this event is a distinct blessing for the residents of Jombang. Through coordination conducted both online and via direct surveys, the Tambakberas community is committed to providing the best accommodation services to ensure the smooth running of the major agenda of Indonesia's largest Islamic organization.
