Portland, Maine (March 2025) Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, Maine’s leading luxury property company with offices in Portland, Kennebunk, Brunswick, Damariscotta, Camden, and Northeast Harbor, celebrates the expansion of the Sotheby’s International Realty® network with the opening of Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty, marking its 18th office in Asia. The company is headquartered in the financial and commercial hub of Makati.
Leading Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty is Catherine Ocariz-Florencio, a seasoned real estate professional with over 15 years of industry experience. As the 2019 president of the Philippine Association of Real Estate Boards (PAREB) – City of Taguig Real Estate Board (CTREB), Ocariz-Florencio has played a pivotal role in facilitating international investments in the country’s prime real estate markets.
“The luxury residential real estate sector in the Philippines has seen steady growth fueled by increased demand from affluent buyers and investors,” said Philip White, president and CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty. “As the financial center of the country and a key hub for multinational corporations, the city of Makati is the prime location for high-end residences offering premium amenities and security. We look forward to supporting Catherine and helping the Philippines Sotheby’s International Realty team grow their business with the power of the brand.”
“The Philippines, with its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant communities, is home to some of the most stunning properties imaginable. From enchanting beachfront villas nestled along the pristine shores of Palawan and Boracay to luxurious penthouses overlooking the bustling city skyline of Manila, the real estate market here is a treasure trove waiting to be uncovered,” said Ocariz-Florencio. “Our mission is to set a new benchmark in the Philippine luxury real estate market by providing a world-class, professional, and client-focused one-stop service. Through our affiliation with Sotheby’s International Realty, we will offer unrivaled expertise and unparalleled value to agents and clients throughout every step of the real estate journey.”
The Sotheby’s International Realty® network currently has more than 26,100 affiliated independent sales associates located in more than 1,100 offices in 83 countries and territories worldwide. Horizon Sotheby’s International Realty listings are marketed on the sothebysrealty.com global website. In addition to the referral opportunities and widened exposure generated from this source, the firm’s brokers and clients will benefit from an association with Sotheby’s auction house and worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty marketing programs. Each office is independently owned and operated.
Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty can be reached at 207-780-8900 and [email protected]. Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty, with offices in Portland, Kennebunk, Brunswick, Damariscotta, Camden, and Northeast Harbor, is Maine’s leading luxury and lifestyle property company with six offices and more than 100 agents serving Maine and New Hampshire’s coastal, lake, and mountain communities.
Offices Located at:
2 City Center, Portland, ME 04101 // 207.780.8900 (Greater Portland Maine Real Estate)
141 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011 // 207.729.2820 (Mid Coast Maine Real Estate)
