Leading Residential Real Estate Agencies
Compass leads U.S. residential real estate brokerage with $184 billion in 2023 sales volume. Based in New York City, it has over 300 offices across 72 markets and approximately 14,689 principal agents.
Anywhere Advisors (previously Realogy) secured $176 billion in sales, with brands like Coldwell Banker and Sotheby’s International Realty. It has 675 owned and operated offices and around 56,000 independent sales agents in major U.S. metropolitan areas.
eXp Realty achieved 355,052 transaction sides in 2023 with more than 87,000 agents worldwide, totaling $143 billion in sales volume.
HomeServices of America, under Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, recorded $133 billion in sales volume with nearly 50,000 agents across 1,500 offices in 13 countries.
Douglas Elliman, established in 1911, completed $34 billion in sales in 2023, specializing in luxury properties across 12 states and D.C.
Hanna Holdings Inc. operates under brands like Howard Hanna Real Estate Services and Allen Tate Realtors, securing $33 billion in sales for 2023 with 471 offices and about 15,000 sales agents.
Redfin, based in Seattle, closed $27 million in total sales, paying agents a salary instead of commissions.
Chicago-based @Properties achieved $22 billion in sales, boosted by their association with Christie’s International Real Estate.
Side, launched in 2017 from San Francisco, partners with more than 500 real estate companies across 17 markets, reaching $22 billion in 2023 sales.
Commercial Real Estate Firms
CBRE Group, Inc., headquartered in Los Angeles, leads with 2023 revenue of nearly $40 billion. With more than 480 offices globally and 115,000 employees, CBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm.
JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated) operates in over 80 countries, with 2023 revenue reaching $20.76 billion and 103,000 employees.
Cushman & Wakefield employs 53,000 people across 400 offices in 70 countries, with 2023 revenue totaling $9.49 billion.
Colliers International operates in 68 countries, employing 18,000 professionals and generating revenue of $4.34 billion in 2023.
Newmark, with over 7,000 professionals in 170 offices, achieved 2023 revenue of $2.47 billion, specializing in investment sales, property management, and valuation.
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Innovative Approaches in Real Estate
Real estate agencies are integrating tech-driven solutions to redefine industry standards:
- Compass leverages AI and data analytics to provide agents with insights on market trends and property values.
- eXp Realty operates on a cloud-based platform, eliminating traditional physical offices and creating a virtual ecosystem.
- Redfin pays agents salaries instead of commissions, aligning incentives with customer satisfaction and efficiency.
- The Umansky Group at The Agency uses immersive experiences like virtual reality tours and augmented reality to showcase properties.
- Side partners with local agents to establish boutique brands, providing personalized service without full brokerage overhead.
In the commercial sector, JLL and Cushman & Wakefield use AI to optimize portfolio management and forecast market dynamics.
Sotheby’s International Realty combines high-end appeal with sophisticated digital marketing strategies to reach affluent clients globally.
Regional Real Estate Powerhouses
Keller Williams excels with a grassroots approach, emphasizing localized strategies across its 1,100+ offices and 200,000+ agents.
In Florida, firms like Keyes Company and Mike Pappas Group in Miami leverage local expertise to match clients with suitable properties.
Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty leads in New England by combining historical insight with progressive approaches.
Ebby Halliday dominates in Texas through extensive knowledge of the state’s varied landscape and a customer-first approach.
Alain Pinel Realtors showcases mastery in Silicon Valley’s real estate market, understanding the unique lifestyle of a tech-centric population.
Herman London Real Estate Group excels in St. Louis, Missouri, using local insight and a hands-on approach.
Century 21 New Millennium thrives along the Atlantic seaboard, leveraging its network in Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. markets.
Profiles of Notable Real Estate Agents
Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency, has grown a family business into a global force with over 75 offices in eight countries.
Branden and Rayni Williams, co-founders of The Beverly Hills Estates, have handled over $12.5 billion in sales since 2020, including high-profile celebrity deals.
Douglas Elliman’s team led by Josh, Matt, and Heather has contributed over $2.5 billion in sales in the past two years, including record-breaking transactions.
Arana of Compass, known for celebrity clients, achieved $457.9 million in sales in 2022.
Compass real estate experts in Malibu, like Dazzan, continue to thrive with $211 million in sales.
Alex Kirman of AKG Christie’s International Real Estate combines AI solutions with conventional strategies, achieving $1.9 billion in cumulative sales.
In real estate, success depends on adaptability and forward-thinking strategies. Whether through technology or understanding local markets, these agencies and individuals demonstrate how staying ahead of trends can lead to significant achievements.
