Articles from Christie's International Real Estate

Affiliates from more than 30 countries attended the annual event, which focused on business growth and the power of relationships

CHICAGO, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, the Chicago-based brokerage firm that began as a four-person startup and has grown into the ​​​​region’s #1 real estate brandi, is turning 25 this month and is celebrating its anniversary throughout the year with a series of events and initiatives honoring the agents, staff, clients and communities that have contributed to its success.  

CHICAGO, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two of the leading brokerage owners on Florida’s Emerald Coast, Beau Blankenship and Jacob Watkins, who have sold a combined $3 billion in their relatively young careers, are teaming up under the Christie’s International Real Estate brand.  

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Annual report features insight and predictions from Christie’s International Real Estate affiliates around the world

LONDON, Jan. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The magnificent Ripley Castle Estate, an iconic English country estate nestled on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, has been brought to the market for the first time in its history by UK-based real estate brokerage Carter Jonas, the exclusive UK affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate.  

CHICAGO and PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Christie’s International Real Estate, the global leader in luxury real estate, is expanding to the Mexican Caribbean and Yucatan Peninsula through a new agreement with leading local brokerage firm, Mexico Real Estate Group. To highlight its new affiliation with Christie’s International Real Estate, the brokerage is also changing its name to Christie’s International Real Estate Mexico Luxury Properties. 

Built into a lush hillside overlooking Colombier Beach, the ultra-private compound’s nine bungalows, tropical gardens, and resort-worthy pool were reimagined in 2024 by award-winning designer Rémi Tessier

The Obamas lived in the condominium on the city’s South Side for over 10 years, during which time, Barack Obama was elected to the Illinois State Senate and U.S. Senate. Today, it’s owned by Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Kurt Elling.

“The Bond House,” designed by acclaimed Texas architect O’Neil Ford, is exclusively represented by Dara Allen and Monica Fabbio of @properties lone star Christie’s International Real Estate in Austin

U.S. buyers are cautiously optimistic, tax regimes are having an impact worldwide, while ultra-high-net-worth buyers remain unfazed by global economic conditions

Industry changes and opportunities take center stage at the global luxury network’s annual conference for top producers.

LOS GATOS, Calif., June 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, Northern California's largest locally owned and operated independent real estate brokerage, has expanded its Christie’s International Real Estate San Francisco | Marin | Wine Country division with the opening of a new office in St. Helena, supported by Wine Country Consultants, one of Napa Valley’s most respected real estate teams focused on legacy vineyards and wineries.  

CHICAGO, June 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading Chicago-based real estate brokerage @properties Christie’s International Real Estate is proud to announce that 68 agents and agent teams have been recognized in the prestigious 2024 RealTrends rankings.  

Los Angeles, March 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Beverly Hills-based affiliate of global luxury real estate network Christie’s International Real Estate has appointed Jamie Duran as Executive Vice President and Managing Director to lead a major expansion of the brand in Southern California. Under the leadership of Duran and owner and CEO, Aaron Kirman, one of the top luxury brokers in the U.S., the expansion will connect high-end real estate agents and clients with the worldwide Christie’s International Real Estate network and the services of the Christie’s auction house.

Increased supply, stable prices and demand expected in many global markets this year; university towns are hot in U.S.; quiet luxury is on the rise; while emerging markets beckon investors and home buyers

CHICAGO, Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its second full year under new ownership, luxury real estate brand Christie’s International Real Estate continued to attract some of the world’s top brokerages behind its industry-leading pl@tform™ technology, evolving marketing programs, and strategic focus on key global and niche luxury markets. Amid market challenges, the brand added more than a dozen independently owned firms to its network and expanded into several additional markets through existing affiliate relationships. Its member firms also logged several notable sales of some of the world’s most expensive estates and attracted some of the industry’s top performers, positioning the luxury network for a successful 2024.

The @properties Christie’s International Real Estate new Austin affiliate is backed by the Jerry Jones family and led by owner Jerry Mooty Jr. and longtime Austin REALTOR® Romeo Manzanilla.

CHICAGO and SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global luxury real estate brand Christie’s International Real Estate is launching a major expansion in Northern California led by a pair of established local brokerage owners and a group of top-producing luxury REALTORS®. The new venture will serve the city of San Francisco, Marin County and the Wine Country region of Napa and Sonoma counties.  Chris Trapani and Ryan Iwanaga, owners of Silicon Valley-based Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno, are heading the expansion. Their company is already the largest independent brokerage firm in Northern California, with offices throughout the Peninsula, Silicon Valley, East Bay, Santa Cruz, Tahoe, the Sierra Foothills, and the Central Coast. The new offices will do business as Christie’s International Real Estate San Francisco | Marin | Wine Country.  Trapani, Iwanaga, and Christie’s International Real Estate have carefully chosen a founding group of REALTORS® representing the highest standards in San Francisco’s luxury market. Payton Stiewe and Sejal and Arrian Binnings of The Payton + Binnings Team have come on board, rebranding their storefront at 2042 Union Street in San Francisco for Christie’s International Real Estate San Francisco | Marin | Wine Country’s first office location. The founding group sells close to $200 million in real estate annually. Most recently, Payton + Binnings was affiliated with Side, the venture-backed virtual brokerage based in San Francisco. But the team has a long history with Christie’s International Real Estate dating back to its time at Pacific Union, which was Christie’s exclusive Bay Area affiliate prior to its acquisition by Compass in 2018.  “We are incredibly honored to be working alongside what we believe is one of San Francisco’s and North Bay’s premier real estate teams. Payton + Binnings has long been recognized as one of a very select group of REALTORS® who epitomize real estate excellence at all levels in the city and beyond. They embody and exemplify the rich culture that is uniquely San Francisco,” said Chris Trapani, CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno.  “Along with the right people, we are also excited to bring Christie’s International Real Estate back to San Francisco, Marin County and the Wine Country with a host of enhancements to the brand,” continued Trapani. “There’s been a void in the market for the last few years, and we’re going to fill it while being selective to associate with like-minded, quality REALTORS®.” According to Trapani, that void was created by the abrupt acquisition, consolidation and sunsetting of San Francisco’s once-thriving independent brokerage firms – companies like Pacific Union, Alain Pinel and Paragon Real Estate.  “Practically overnight, a local industry that was very independent and spirited was corporatized. We’re here to reinforce some of that entrepreneurial, independent culture, create another quality choice for agents and raise the level of service for buyers and sellers in these markets,” Trapani said. “The Christie’s International Real Estate brand is what initially drew us to this new venture, but it was the culture that Chris and Ryan built at Sereno that really sealed the deal for us,” said Payton Stiewe, co-founder of the Payton + Binnings team. “We’ve done the corporate thing, and we’ve done the virtual thing, but you just don’t get the type of local leadership, support, or global brand recognition that we’re going to get here.”  One key member of that leadership and support team is Jessica Grimes, marketing and growth strategist at Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno. The one-time CMO for Compass in California and former VP of marketing at Pacific Union recently joined the firm to focus on expansion and agent development. Grimes has extensive marketing experience and enduring relationships throughout the local brokerage community.  Global recognition comes from the Christie’s International Real Estate brand, which features a network of more than 100 market-leading, luxury real estate firms in nearly 50 countries and territories around the world and major cities such as New York, L.A., London, Paris, Miami, Taipei City, and Dubai.  Member firms can also take advantage of an exclusive relationship with Christie’s world-renowned auction house to showcase high-end properties at auctions and special events, and to facilitate the sale of fine art, jewelry, watches, handbags, furniture, wine, and other luxury items on behalf of clients.  Christie’s International Real Estate offers a proprietary technology solution called pl@tform™ that gives agents the ability to seamlessly manage client relationships and real estate transactions through one fully integrated, cloud-based system. The company also provides access to luxury-branded print and digital marketing and special media partnerships with top-tier outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, James Edition and Christie’s International Real Estate’s own twice-yearly magazine.   The combination of resources has proven highly successful for Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno, which is one of the top independent brokerages in the nation and ranked among the top five agencies by RealTrends for both per-agent productivity and average transaction price. Since its founding in 2006, the firm has grown to include over 600 agents in 18 offices.  “Christie’s International Real Estate is a brand that dovetails perfectly with the lifestyle, history and allure of San Francisco, Marin County and the Napa and Sonoma wine regions. These are some of the most interesting and beautiful places in the world, and we’re delighted to be back with the ability to serve them better than ever,” said Thad Wong, co-CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate.  # # #  About Christie’s International Real Estate Christie’s International Real Estate has successfully marketed high-value real estate around the world for more than 30 years. Through its invitation-only Affiliate network spanning nearly 50 countries and territories, Christie’s International Real Estate offers incomparable services to a global clientele at the luxury end of the residential property market.  

The two-time Christie’s International Real Estate Affiliate of the Year, with headquarters in Manhattan and offices throughout the New York Metro area, has opened an East Hampton office

Luxury network’s affiliates predict a stronger second half of 2023 while low supply and high demand remain around the globe; space, sustainability and amenities will attract luxury buyers

Oranjestad-based Bold Properties is the first Aruban affiliate of the luxury real estate network, which continues to expand throughout the Caribbean

CHICAGO and SAN JUAN, May 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since its founding in 2015, Clubhouse Real Estate has represented some of Puerto Rico’s most sought-after properties, from beachfront villas to downtown penthouses. Today, the San Juan-based brokerage announces its affiliation with the world’s leading luxury real estate brand, Christie’s International Real Estate, further establishing the company as the preeminent name for luxury real estate on the island. The agency will rebrand to Christie’s International Real Estate Puerto Rico, and will serve as the island’s exclusive Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate.

Locally led firm under Lexingtonians Rusty and Rachel Underwood brings the Christie’s International Real Estate brand to the heart of horse country.

New technology allows users to organize and track important tasks between contract signing and closing when selling their home.

Chicago, March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Top 10 national brokerage firm and architect of the real estate industry’s first end-to-end technology solution for agents, @properties | Christie’s International Real Estate has established itself as one of real estate’s top innovators. As an acknowledgement of its commitment to innovation, the company was named to the 2023 HousingWire Tech100 for the second consecutive year. The award recognizes the 100 top technology-focused companies in real estate that are leading the way toward a more innovative and efficient housing market.

Chicago, March 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While the housing market resets and large public brokerages attempt to clean up their balance sheets, independent firms have a unique opportunity to grow by focusing on culture, service and professional development to differentiate their brands and attract and retain top talent.

Flagship Newbury Street office will serve as the firm’s Boston residential real estate hub

CHICAGO and BALTIMORE, Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Maryland’s Hubble Bisbee is the latest real estate brokerage to join the Christie’s International Real Estate network, partnering with the luxury brand as an independent agency. One of Maryland’s oldest and most prolific real estate brokerages, Hubble Bisbee will serve as Christie’s International Real Estate’s exclusive affiliate for Central and Northeast Maryland, extending to Maryland’s Eastern Shore, as well as the entire state of Delaware.

Christie’s International Real Estate Caribbean Affiliates aims to aggregate luxury listings, market data and brokerage services across the region’s many island territories.

The Combined Forces Of These Two Powerhouse Brokerage Brands Will Enable Kirman To Infuse Innovation And Further Disrupt The Traditional Real Estate Sector.