Knight Frank Spain

What Knight Frank Spain does

Knight Frank España SAU is the Spanish subsidiary of global real estate consultancy Knight Frank (parent: KF&R, LTD.), operating from its Madrid headquarters at Calle Suero de Quiñones nº 34 since its incorporation in 1989. The firm delivers a full-service premium real estate offering across two core pillars: Commercial Real Estate Services (capital markets advisory, occupier strategy, valuations, flagship retail leasing, office tenant representation, landlord services, and coworking solutions) and Residential Real Estate Services (premium properties, new development sales, land and investment advisory, residential valuations, and Living Capital Markets for PRS/BTR rental housing). Supporting the advisory practice are online property search platforms for residential, commercial office, and industrial/logistics listings, plus a research library and the Intelligent Talks podcast.

The company serves two principal customer segments: high-net-worth individuals seeking luxury residential properties in prime Spanish markets (Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella, Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza) and institutional investors, REITs, and developers requiring commercial real estate services — with named institutional clients including Inmobiliaria Colonial, Merlin Properties, HNA, Invesco, Patrizia, Apollo, Starwood, Barings, and Metrovacesa. Revenue is generated primarily through transaction-based commissions on sales and leasing (residential and commercial) supplemented by professional services fees for ESG advisory and valuations. The firm leverages the global Knight Frank network spanning 52 markets and 70+ countries as both a client acquisition channel for international buyers and a cross-border transaction platform.

The 58-employee Madrid operation is led by Partner and COO Alberto Costillo, with sector-specialised Director-level leadership across Living (Elaine Beachill), Logistics (James Cowper-Coles), and Offices (Bernardo Gomez-Arroyo), plus a Partner-level Head of Commercial Insight (William Matthews). Distribution is multi-channel: direct enterprise advisory from the Madrid office, online self-serve property search portals, the global Knight Frank network for international mandates, and active content marketing via blog, research reports, podcast, and social media. Underlying technology is a traditional property consultancy platform with integrated property search and client management systems; no AI/ML capabilities, programmatic API, or proprietary tech moat is evident in the input.

Name

Knight Frank Spain

Legal name

KNIGHT FRANK ESPAÑA SAU

Website

https://knightfrank.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Knight Frank Spain is a Madrid-based premium real estate consultancy (subsidiary of global Knight Frank, founded 1989) serving high-net-worth individuals seeking luxury residences and institutional investors requiring commercial capital markets, leasing, valuations, and ESG advisory across Spain.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Real Estate Consultancy

NAICS

Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (53121), Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers (531210), Nonresidential Property Managers (531312)

SIC

Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531), Real Estate (6500)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Real Estate Brokerage (Leasing & Sales) (FSAEAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Investment Sales Brokerage (BPAJABAI), Office Brokerage (BPAJABAA), Luxury & High-End Residential Brokerage (BPAJAAAC), Tenant Representation & Corporate Services Brokerage (BPAJABAJ)

Keywords

• Real estate consultancy
• Commercial property advisory
• Residential property services
• Capital markets advisory
• Property valuations

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Residential Property Services: Services include buying and selling premium residential properties, premium property management, new development sales, land and investment advisory, and residential valuations. Revenue generated through commission on property transactions.
2. Commercial Property Services: Comprehensive commercial real estate services including capital markets advisory, occupier strategy, valuations, flagship retail leasing, office tenant representation, landlord services, and coworking solutions. Revenue generated through commissions on leasing and sales transactions.
3. ESG Advisory Services: Environmental, Social, and Governance consulting services for real estate investors, developers, and occupiers seeking sustainability strategies and compliance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Knight Frank Spain is a real estate consultancy providing advisory, transactional, and valuation services across commercial and residential property in Spain. Commercial services include Global Capital Markets, Occupier Strategy & Solutions, Valuations, Flagship Leasing (retail), Tenant Representation, Landlord Services, and Coworking solutions. Residential services cover Premium Properties for high-net-worth buyers, New Development (Obra Nueva) sales, Land and Investment advisory, Living Capital Markets (PRS/BTR), and Residential Valuations. The firm also publishes proprietary research and operates online property listing platforms for residential, office, and industrial space.

Product overview

Knight Frank Spain is a real estate consultancy offering a comprehensive suite of commercial and residential property services. The core offering consists of Commercial Real Estate Services (including Capital Markets, Occupier Strategy, Valuations, Flagship Leasing, Coworking) and Residential Real Estate Services (Premium Properties, New Development, Land and Investment, Living Capital Markets). Supporting these are online property search platforms for residential, commercial office, and industrial/logistics listings. The company also publishes research and market intelligence reports covering Spain's real estate sectors. All services are delivered through the Madrid office with national coverage.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Real Estate Services Comprehensive commercial real estate consultancy covering capital markets, occupier strategy, valuations, retail and office leasing, landlord services, and coworking solutions across Spain, serving corporate occupiers, investors, REITs, and developers.
• Residential Real Estate Services Residential property services including premium properties, new developments, land and investment advisory, residential valuations, and living capital markets, for buyers and sellers of properties in Spain.
• Global Capital Markets Capital markets advisory for commercial real estate investments, providing market analysis, investment strategy, and transaction support for investors in the Spanish market.
• Premium Properties Luxury residential property services targeting high-net-worth individuals seeking prime residential properties in Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella, Mallorca, Menorca, and other premium Spanish markets.
• Flagship Leasing Retail leasing services for prime high street locations, flagship stores, and shopping centers in major Spanish cities.
• Coworking and Flexible Office Space Office leasing consultancy for coworking spaces and flexible office arrangements, helping occupiers find and negotiate flexible workspace solutions in Madrid.
• Valoraciones (Valuations) Professional property valuation services for both commercial and residential assets, providing market-based valuations for investors, owners, and occupiers.
• Living Capital Markets Specialized advisory for the residential rental sector, including professionally managed rental housing (PRS/BTR) investments and market analysis.
• Suelo e Inversión (Land and Investment) Land acquisition and investment advisory services for residential development sites, analyzing investment opportunities and development potential across Spain.
• Obra Nueva (New Development) Developer services for new construction projects, including market analysis, sales coordination, and advisory for residential developments in Spain.
• Occupier Strategy & Solutions Workplace and occupier advisory services helping companies optimize their commercial real estate footprint, including workplace strategy and implementation.
• Residential Property Listings Platform Online property search platform displaying residential listings for sale across Spain, including luxury apartments, villas, and new developments in Madrid and other key markets.
• Commercial Office Space Listings Platform Online platform for searching and renting commercial office space in Madrid, featuring listings across various districts with pricing, sizes, and building details.
• Industrial and Logistics Space Listings Platform Online platform for searching industrial, logistics, and warehouse space for rent in Madrid and surrounding areas, including last-mile logistics locations.
• Research and Market Intelligence Publications Research reports and market intelligence publications covering Spanish real estate sectors including residential, offices, logistics, hotels, retail, PRS/BTR, and education.
• ESG Advisory Services Environmental, Social, and Governance consulting services for real estate investors, developers, and occupiers seeking sustainability strategies and compliance.
• Knight Frank Mobile Property Search App Knight Frank mobile application (iOS App Store) supporting property search across Knight Frank markets, used by Knight Frank Spain clients and prospects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Capital Markets Offices team has completed transactions totaling more than 300 million euros during the last three years
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• KF&R, LTD.coreOthers · 4 April 1989Parent company and sole shareholder of Knight Frank España SAU, incorporated on April 4, 1989. KF&R, LTD. is the ultimate parent entity overseeing Knight Frank's Spanish operations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Aproperties / AELCA: Spain-focused residential developer and advisor operating in the new development and investment land segment. Comparable to Knight Frank Spain's 'Obra Nueva' and 'Suelo e Inversión' practices for Spanish developer clients.

Emerging players

• Lucas Fox International Properties: Spain-focused luxury real estate agency specializing in premium properties in Barcelona, Madrid, Marbella, and the Balearics. Direct competitor for international buyers in the same niche as Knight Frank Spain's residential business.
• Barnes Spain: International luxury residential boutique brokerage with presence in Marbella, Madrid, and Barcelona. Niche competitor in the premium and ultra-luxury Spanish residential segment served by Knight Frank Spain.

Direct peers

• Cushman & Wakefield Spain: Global real estate services firm with a significant Iberian presence covering capital markets, leasing, and advisory. Directly competes with Knight Frank Spain for institutional and corporate occupier mandates.
• Engel & Völkers Spain: Global luxury residential brokerage with strong presence in Spain, particularly in Mallorca, Marbella, and Madrid. Direct competitor in the premium residential segment where Knight Frank Spain is also active.
• Savills Spain: UK-headquartered global real estate advisor with a well-established Spanish practice. Closely comparable to Knight Frank Spain in positioning, premium residential focus, and capital markets capabilities.
• Sotheby's International Realty Spain: Luxury residential brokerage brand with Iberian operations. Competes directly with Knight Frank Spain's Premium Properties practice for high-net-worth buyers and sellers in Spain's prime markets.
• Colliers International Spain: Global real estate professional services firm with Spanish operations. Competes with Knight Frank Spain across capital markets, occupier services, and investment sales.
• CBRE Spain: The world's largest commercial real estate services firm with a substantial Spanish presence. Directly comparable to Knight Frank Spain across capital markets, leasing, valuations, and occupier services for institutional clients.
• JLL Spain: Jones Lang LaSalle operates a major Spanish practice offering capital markets, leasing, valuations, and advisory services. Competes head-to-head with Knight Frank Spain for institutional real estate mandates in Spain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KnightFrankES
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UChAOEgPQsUXGHjlnqAXVQow
• Facebookfacebook.com/KnightFrankES
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/knight-frank-espa-a
• Instagraminstagram.com/knightfrankspain

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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