TLDR
- Christie’s crypto real estate division manages over $1B in luxury homes listed for cryptocurrency-only transactions.
- A $65M Beverly Hills mansion was sold entirely using cryptocurrency under Christie’s new division.
- Properties like La Fin ($118M) and Nightingale ($63M) are now open to crypto buyers only.
- Christie’s uses legal teams to verify crypto funds and complete deals without traditional banks.
Christie’s International Real Estate has announced the launch of a new $1 billion crypto real estate division, making it the first major brokerage firm to formally support high-value property transactions using cryptocurrency.
The new division is led by Aaron Kirman, president of Christie’s Southern California office, and will handle luxury home sales for buyers and sellers who prefer digital currencies over traditional banking methods.
Division Targets Crypto Wealth for High-End Property Deals
The division, based in Southern California, is headed by Aaron Kirman. Kirman has managed several real estate transactions that were completed entirely using cryptocurrency. One of those deals included the sale of a $65 million mansion in Beverly Hills.
According to reports from The New York Times, this new department already has a portfolio of properties worth over $1 billion available for cryptocurrency-only deals. Among the homes listed are La Fin, a $118 million Bel Air estate, and Nightingale, a $63 million Beverly Hills property. Another listing, the Invisible House in Joshua Tree, is available for $18 million in crypto.
According to The New York Times, Christie’s International Real Estate has launched a dedicated crypto real estate division, becoming the first major U.S. brokerage to handle property transactions conducted entirely in cryptocurrency, without relying on traditional banks.…
— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) July 24, 2025
Buyers can complete deals without involving traditional banks. Instead, Christie’s has created a legal and compliance team to verify transactions. The team reviews digital assets to ensure that the funds used in purchases are legally sourced and that both buyers and sellers follow all legal requirements.
Blockchain Transactions Reshape Traditional Real Estate Process
All transactions will use blockchain-based assets. This enables direct payments between parties while avoiding delays or extra fees often associated with banks. Christie’s stated that many crypto buyers value privacy. Some sellers never meet the buyer or even know their identity.
Legal teams handle buyer verification. Kirman explained that lawyers working with sellers confirm that funds are legitimate and that deals meet current compliance standards. This method allows for secure, private transactions that meet U.S. legal and financial regulations.
The firm said its crypto real estate division was launched in response to rising demand from wealthy crypto holders looking to invest in physical assets. The division includes a team of lawyers, crypto analysts, and financial experts who manage the end-to-end transaction process.
U.S. Market and Regulatory Bodies Respond to Crypto Growth
Real estate regulators and banks are also starting to respond to this growing trend. In June, the Federal Housing Finance Agency directed mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to consider crypto assets during evaluations.
Additionally, recent legislation is helping shape the future of crypto property sales. The Genius Act, signed by President Trump, introduced new rules for stablecoins. The Clarity Act, passed by the U.S. House, aims to reduce regulatory uncertainty for crypto firms. These developments indicate a changing landscape in which digital assets may play a greater role in real estate financing.
Kirman said that talks are ongoing with large banks to explore crypto-backed mortgages. He believes that within five years, up to one-third of U.S. home sales may involve cryptocurrency in some way. For now, Christie’s is positioning itself to meet the needs of a growing market of crypto investors looking to diversify into luxury real estate.
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