Malta Sotheby's International Realty

What Malta Sotheby's International Realty does

Malta Sotheby's International Realty, trading as CSB Real Estate Ltd, is a Malta-incorporated franchise operating under the Sotheby's International Realty brand on the Maltese islands of Malta and Gozo. Founded in 2013 and headquartered at The Quay, Portomaso Marina in St. Julian's, with a second office at Tigné Point in Sliema, the firm focuses on the luxury and super-prime segment of the Maltese real estate market, serving high-net-worth individuals and international buyers seeking villas, penthouses, palazzos, houses of character, and lifestyle developments.

The business operates a multi-line luxury real estate services platform: core transactional revenue is generated through commissions on residential and commercial property sales and rentals; recurring and overlay revenue streams include bespoke property management for Prime and Super Prime residences, investment migration advisory covering Malta's Citizenship by Merit, Global Residence Programme, and Tax Residence Programme, and yacht charter and brokerage services delivered through the UNICO Yachting partnership. A recurring brand-investment asset, the Portfolio publication (now in its eighth volume), supports marketing and lead generation.

The firm is privately held by the Malta-based CSB Group, which provides adjacent corporate, tax, immigration, and relocation services; related entity CSB International Ltd holds licence AKM-CSBI-21 for the Malta Permanent Residence Programme. The company has no external funding, no disclosed revenue, and an employee base in the 11–50 range; it participates in the broader Sotheby's International Realty network of roughly 26,000 professionals across 1,100 offices in 86 countries, which provides cross-border listing exposure and referral flow.

Name

Malta Sotheby's International Realty

Legal name

CSB Real Estate Ltd (trading as Malta Sotheby's International Realty)

Website

https://maltasothebysrealty.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Malta Sotheby's International Realty is a Malta-incorporated franchise of Sotheby's International Realty, operating from St. Julian's and Sliema, serving high-net-worth individuals with luxury residential and commercial property sales, rentals, property management, investment migration advisory, and yacht chartering services across Malta and Gozo.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Real Estate Brokerage

NAICS

Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (5312)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury & High-End Residential Brokerage (BPAJAAAC)

Keywords

• Luxury real estate brokerage
• Property sales and rentals
• Property management services
• Investment migration advisory
• Yacht charter services

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-julien-en-genevois

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Sales Commission: Commission-based revenue from facilitating luxury property sales transactions. Agents earn commissions on completed property sales in the high-end residential and commercial Malta real estate market.
2. Real Estate Rental Commission: Commission revenue from rental transactions, including long-term lettings and holiday home rentals. The company manages a portfolio of rental properties across Malta and Gozo.
3. Property Management Services: Ongoing property management fees for luxury residences, including comprehensive management, investment and letting management, maintenance and property care, and project management services for owners and investors.
4. Investment Migration Advisory: Fees from guiding clients through Malta's residency and citizenship by investment programmes, including Global Residence Programme, Tax Residence Programme, and Citizenship by Merit. The company introduces clients to trusted partners for application processing.
5. Yacht Chartering Partnership: Revenue through partnership with UNICO Yachting for luxury yacht charter and brokerage services, extending the company's luxury lifestyle service offering from real estate to yachting experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Malta Sotheby's International Realty is a luxury real estate brokerage operating in Malta under licence from Sotheby's International Realty. It brokers the sale, long-term rental, and holiday rental of premium residential and commercial properties, and offers complementary services including property management, relocation and investment migration advisory, and luxury yacht chartering for high-net-worth local and international clients.

Product overview

Malta Sotheby's International Realty operates as a unified luxury real estate services platform offering residential and commercial property sales, rentals, property management, citizenship and residence programs, yacht services, and relocation assistance. The core offering centers on luxury property sales and rentals, supported by complementary services including bespoke property management, investment migration advisory (Citizenship by Merit, Global Residence Programme, Tax Residence Programme), yacht chartering and brokerage through UNICO Yachting partnership, and comprehensive relocation support. The company also maintains branded sub-products including the Portfolio publication (luxury lifestyle magazine, now in 8th edition) and a curated Lifestyle Developments portfolio showcasing premium developments such as Fort Cambridge, Tigné Point, and Portomaso. The Sotheby's International Realty global network connects the local operation to approximately 26,000 professionals across 1,100 offices in 86 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• UNICO Yachting: Luxury yacht charter and brokerage services offered in partnership with UNICO Yachting, providing clients with yachting solutions alongside real estate services.

Products and services

• Luxury Residential Property Sales Brokerage representation for sellers of luxury villas, apartments, and townhouses in Malta, with marketing, valuation, and buyer matching via the Sotheby's International Realty affiliate network. Targeted at HNW individuals selling primary residences, second homes, or investment properties.
• Commercial Property Sales Brokerage and advisory for the acquisition and disposal of high-value commercial real estate in Malta, including hospitality, retail, and office assets. Aimed at investors and operators in the premium commercial segment.
• Long-Term Property Rentals Tenant placement and letting services for luxury residential and commercial rentals on annual or multi-year leases, marketed to expatriates, executives, and relocating families.
• Holiday / Short-Term Rentals Marketing, booking, and management of luxury holiday rentals in Malta for international leisure visitors and seasonal residents.
• Property Management Full-service property management for luxury residential and commercial owners, covering tenant relations, maintenance coordination, inspections, and financial reporting.
• Relocation and Investment Migration Advisory Advisory service for international clients relocating to Malta, including guidance on residency, citizenship-by-investment, and tax considerations connected to property acquisition.
• Luxury Yacht Chartering Charter brokerage arranging luxury yacht rentals around Malta and the Mediterranean, complementing the firm's luxury lifestyle offering to property clients.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• UNICO YachtingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Malta Sotheby's International Realty partnered with UNICO Yachting to offer clients a seamless extension of luxury lifestyle services from exceptional homes to yachting experiences. This collaboration brings together the company's trusted global reach and UNICO Yachting's specialist expertise in luxury yacht charter and brokerage, providing a single integrated point of access to premium real estate and yachting solutions.
• CSB GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSB Group (est. 1987) is the parent company and related entity. Specialises in Corporate, Trust, Tax, Accounting, Advisory & Regulatory, Immigration & Relocation, Serviced Offices & Co-working, Yacht Brokerage & Charter. Malta SIR is the franchise owner and operator. CSB International Ltd is authorised by the Community Malta Agency as a Licensed Agent under licence no. AKM-CSBI-21 for the Malta Permanent Residence Programme.
• Portfolio Publication PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartners featured in the Portfolio publication include: Capt Caruana, FBS, Gasan Mamo, GBD, Hyatt, Konnekt, Maserati, One Percent, Order of Malta, Osteria Donna, Regus, San Lorenzo, Tanti Interiors, VB Studio, Workspaces, and others. These appear to be lifestyle and luxury brand partners.
• Malcolm Ferrante - Investment Migration AdvisorcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMalcolm Ferrante serves as an Investment Migration Advisor, offering guidance on Citizenship and Residence by Investment Regulations. He also assists clients with company setup in Malta as Senior Manager for Business Development with CSB Group, offering taxation advice and maintaining ongoing client relationships.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Dhalia Real Estate Services: Dhalia is one of Malta's largest domestic real estate agencies handling sales, lettings, and property management. It competes with Malta SIR on the Maltese property side, particularly in mid-to-upper market residential transactions.
• Perry Real Estate Malta: Perry is an established Maltese real estate agency handling residential sales, lettings, and property management. It competes locally with Malta SIR for listings, rental management, and buyer representation in the Maltese residential market.

Broad incumbents

• Chestertons: Chestertons is an international luxury residential sales, lettings, and property management firm with a Mediterranean presence. It is comparable as a competing global luxury brokerage network targeting similar HNW segments in resort and second-home markets.
• Hamptons International: Hamptons International is a UK-headquartered premium residential sales, lettings, and property management brand with a Mediterranean luxury footprint. It competes with Malta SIR for cross-border HNW buyers seeking premium Mediterranean property.
• Knight Frank Malta: Knight Frank is a global real estate consultancy with a Malta presence covering luxury residential sales, commercial property, and advisory. It competes for the same HNW transaction pool as Malta SIR, with a broader service portfolio that includes valuation and consultancy.
• RE/MAX Malta: RE/MAX operates a large multi-agent franchise network in Malta covering both luxury and mid-market residential and commercial property. While not exclusively luxury, it is a meaningful competitor for HNW mandates in Malta and offers scale advantages Malta SIR cannot match.
• Luxury Portfolio International: Luxury Portfolio International is a global network of luxury real estate brokerages marketing high-end properties to HNW buyers worldwide. It is comparable to the Sotheby's network that Malta SIR depends on, serving as an alternative distribution channel for luxury listings.
• Christie's International Real Estate: Christie's International Real Estate is a global luxury real estate network affiliated with the Christie's auction brand. It competes with Sotheby's-branded franchises for international HNW buyers and listings in Mediterranean luxury markets including Malta-adjacent territories.
• Savills Malta: Savills provides residential and commercial real estate services in Malta including luxury sales, rentals, and advisory. As a global incumbent with a strong Maltese desk, it competes with Malta SIR for premium mandates and international buyers.

Direct peers

• Engel & Völkers Malta: Engel & Völkers operates a luxury real estate franchise in Malta focused on premium and high-end residential and commercial property. It is the closest direct competitor to Malta SIR in the same luxury brokerage niche serving HNW buyers in Malta.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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