Kris Zacuto joins Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California

Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California has hired luxury real estate advisor Kris Zacuto as Director, Luxury Estates, adding a top-producing agent with more than $300 million in career sales. The move strengthens the brokerage’s push in Silicon Beach and South Bay as it expands its luxury roster and development business.

Why it matters: - Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California is adding a high-volume luxury agent with deep ties to Silicon Beach and South Bay. - Zacuto brings more than a decade in luxury real estate, plus experience in luxury estate management across Aspen, Hawaii, Palm Springs, Los Angeles and New York City. - The hire supports the brokerage’s push to grow its presence in key coastal luxury markets.

What happened: - Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California named Kris Zacuto its Director, Luxury Estates. - Zacuto joins after working at Compass, following a prior stint at Hilton & Hyland from 2016 to 2020. - The announcement was made June 8, 2026.

The details: - Zacuto has more than $300 million in career sales volume. - He closed more than $34 million in volume over the past 12 months. - Zacuto has been recognized as an LA Magazine Real Estate All Star and a RealTrends Verified Top Agent. - He is known for a service-driven, strategy-first approach and work in both luxury resale and new development representation. - Zacuto partnered with Brookfield Residential to exclusively represent Jewel Playa Vista, a luxury community in Silicon Beach. - As exclusive listing agent for Jewel Playa Vista, Zacuto set multiple sales records. - Zacuto also set the highest residential sale record in Playa Vista at $5.15 million. - Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California said the hire further strengthens the firm’s presence across Silicon Beach and South Bay markets.

Between the lines: - The hiring signals Christie’s SoCal is leaning into agents who can bridge resale, new development and record-setting trophy transactions. - Zacuto’s background in estate management may appeal to high-net-worth clients who value discretion and operational experience, not just sales credentials. - Aaron Kirman framed Zacuto’s local market knowledge and long-standing relationships as key assets for the firm’s growth.

What’s next: - Zacuto will help expand Christie’s SoCal’s footprint in his core markets. - The brokerage is positioning itself to compete more aggressively for luxury listings and premier development projects across Southern California. - Christie’s SoCal said it continues to build around world-class marketing, global reach and elevated client service.

The bottom line: - Christie’s International Real Estate Southern California is betting that a proven Silicon Beach specialist can help deepen its luxury market share and win more marquee listings.