Christie’s International Real Estate Expands Presence in Toronto, Canada

Toronto, Canada – Christie’s International Real Estate, the world’s leading luxury real estate network, has awarded exclusive Affiliate status to Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited in Toronto, as well as the area’s important recreational markets of Muskoka, Collingwood, Port Hope, Prince Edward County, and the 1,000 Islands.

Established in 1990, Chestnut Park grew from a staff of five agents to more than 230 to become one of the leading residential brokerage firms in all of Ontario. In 2010, the company stood alone as Toronto’s market leader in sales volume for properties valued above $1 million, outselling the nearest competitor by 5.3 percent and widening the gap to 11.4 percent for properties valued above $2 million and an astounding 60 percent for properties valued at $5 million and above. 

“Toronto’s sales achievements in real estate distinguish it as a high-performing global market that is attractive to buyers worldwide,” says Neil Palmer, London-based CEO of Christie’s International Real Estate. “Canadian buyers have also proven that they are interested in purchasing fine properties in global destinations. The Christie’s brand and its real estate network will be a great support to Chestnut Park in delivering enhanced marketing services to support the city’s growing clientele of international buyers and sellers.”

“Chestnut Park's sales representatives are professionally committed to achieving the real estate visions and objectives of their clients,” says Catherine Deluce, the company’s President and CEO.  “Our affiliation with Christie's International Real Estate will further enhance their ability to provide Chestnut Park's clients with the most customized real estate service in the industry."

“Christie’s International Real Estate takes great pride in inviting the most qualified and expert brokerages around the world to join our exclusive network,” says Kathleen Coumou, Senior Vice President. “Chestnut Parks performance and results in high-value property sales speak for themselves.”