A historic turning point for global real estate

The global residential real estate industry is entering a defining moment with the official announcement of the merger between Anywhere Real Estate and Compass, two of the sector’s most influential players. Valued at approximately USD 1.6 billion, this landmark transaction marks the creation of Compass International Holdings (CIH), set to become the world’s largest residential real estate brokerage organization.

As the parent company of iconic brands such as Sotheby’s International Realty, Anywhere Real Estate brings to this alliance a century-long legacy, unparalleled brand equity and an unmatched international footprint. Compass, the leading residential brokerage in the United States, contributes advanced technological expertise, data-driven tools and a forward-looking vision focused on innovation.

For Sotheby’s International Realty, and therefore for Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty, this announcement represents a major strategic evolution, while reaffirming a fundamental principle: the identity, independence and excellence of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand remain fully intact. Existing franchise agreements are maintained, and there will be no immediate changes to the day-to-day operations of our teams.

Strengthened global reach in service of our clients

In the long term, this merger will bring together nearly 340,000 real estate professionals across more than 120 countries, representing over 1.2 million transactions annually. This unprecedented scale significantly enhances the ability of the Sotheby’s International Realty network to connect markets, leverage cross-border intelligence and deliver optimal global exposure for the world’s most exceptional properties.

For clients of Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty, the benefits are clear and tangible:

- broader access to the world’s most strategic international markets,

- deeper and more integrated market intelligence,

- enhanced capacity to position and promote exceptional properties to a highly qualified global clientele.

Continuity, excellence and a long-term vision

This alliance perfectly reflects the DNA of Sotheby’s International Realty: the union of heritage and innovation, tradition and forward-thinking strategy. While technology and data continue to play an increasingly central role in luxury real estate, they remain firmly in service of a single objective: delivering a bespoke, discreet and high-performance experience to discerning clients.

On the French Riviera, one of the most coveted real estate markets in the world, Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty is fully aligned with this momentum. More than ever, our international network, local expertise and global distribution capabilities serve as decisive levers in supporting sellers and buyers in their most ambitious property and investment projects.

This merger therefore opens a new chapter for global real estate, one in which Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty continues to play a pivotal role, at the intersection of local excellence and the unrivalled strength of an international network.