BOSTON–In the competitive world of commercial real estate, few names resonate like those of Simon Butler and Biria St. John. As Vice Chairmen of CBRE’s Boston Multifamily Capital Markets Group—and the 2025 Brokers of the Year in Multifamily Investments—the duo has transformed the investment landscape across New England.
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Together, they’ve closed a staggering $27.5 billion in multifamily transactions, representing over 132,000 units and nearly half of all multifamily investment sales in Greater Boston since 2012. Their market leadership is unmatched—and their momentum continues to build.
Even amid economic headwinds, including rising interest rates and shifting capital markets, Butler and St. John continue to outperform. In 2024 alone, they closed $1.63 billion in sales across 29 deals. With $1.4 billion closed and another $570 million under agreement already in 2025, they are again on track to lead the region.
Their recent transactions include major deals like Hill Estates in Belmont ($175M) and Hanover Crossing in Hanover ($155.85M), as well as significant closings in Boston, Connecticut, and New Hampshire. From luxury high-rises to value-add repositioning and affordable housing, the team touches every corner of the multifamily spectrum.
Simon Butler, known for his data-driven approach and deep institutional relationships, has played a pivotal role in shaping Greater Boston’s skyline. Biria St. John brings unmatched valuation expertise and has carved out a niche as a leader in affordable housing, having closed more than $550 million in affordable deals in just five years.
Backed by the global reach of CBRE, the world’s largest real estate services firm, the team leverages deep analytics, market intelligence, and executional excellence to deliver top-tier results—regardless of market conditions.
As rental demand surges and investors seek strategic footholds in both urban and suburban markets, Butler and St. John remain the go-to brokers for institutional, private equity, and mission-driven investors alike.
Their success isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about reshaping the future of multifamily real estate across New England.
Congratulations to CBRE’s Simon Butler and Biria St. John—2025 Brokers of the Year—redefining excellence in multifamily investment sales.
