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imon Butler and Biria St. John, Vice Chairmen of CBRE’s Boston Multifamily Capital Markets Group and 2025 Brokers of the Year in Multifamily Investments, have reshaped New England’s real‑estate scene. Since 2012, they have closed $27.5 billion in multifamily deals—over 132,000 units and nearly half of all sales in Greater Boston. In 2024 alone, 29 transactions totaled $1.63 billion, and by mid‑2025 they have already closed $1.4 billion with an additional $570 million under contract, keeping them at the top of the region.

    Key recent deals include Hill Estates in Belmont ($175 million) and Hanover Crossing in Hanover ($155.85 million), plus notable transactions across Boston, Connecticut, and New Hampshire that span luxury high‑rises, value‑add projects, and affordable housing. Butler’s data‑driven strategy and institutional ties have helped shape the city’s skyline, while St. John’s valuation acumen and focus on affordable units—over $550 million in five years—have earned him a reputation as a leader in that sector.

    Backed by CBRE’s global platform, the duo combines advanced analytics, market intelligence, and flawless execution to deliver superior results even amid rising rates and volatile capital markets. As rental demand climbs and investors target both urban and suburban portfolios, Butler and St. John remain the preferred partners for institutional, private‑equity, and mission‑driven buyers.

    Their achievements go beyond transaction volume; they are redefining the future of multifamily real estate in New England. Congratulations to CBRE’s Simon Butler and Biria St. John—2025 Brokers of the Year—for setting new standards of excellence.