Calvin Xu is the Founder and Leader of
The Calvin Xu Team and a distinguished member of
Christie’s International Real Estate Group in New York City. Widely recognized for his achievements, Calvin and his team have consistently ranked among the
Top 1.5% of all real estate teams in the United States—out of 1.6 million Realtors—by sales volume in both 2022, 2023, and 2024, as published by
RealTrends and
The Wall Street Journal. In 2023, Calvin was also honored with the
Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Award for his leadership and accomplishments.
With team members fluent in five languages—English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, and Japanese—Calvin’s group is a true global powerhouse. Their international perspective, paired with Christie’s worldwide reach, allows them to serve clients at the highest level, offering unparalleled expertise to international buyers entering the New York market and delivering unmatched exposure for sellers to some of the most exclusive buyer pools in the world.
Calvin’s expertise spans both residential and commercial real estate as well as new development sales. Known for his ability to navigate even the most complex transactions, he has built strong networks with mortgage specialists, attorneys, and other professionals to ensure his clients receive the best possible experience. He has even expanded his team’s services to include an education consultant with over 20 years of experience, helping families seamlessly integrate into the U.S. education system. Whether representing buyers, sellers, investors, or landlords, Calvin is unwavering in his commitment to professionalism, strategy, and exceptional client service.
Calvin holds dual licenses in New York and Florida, with primary market expertise spanning Manhattan, Long Island City, Brooklyn, Westchester County, and Miami.
Academically, Calvin holds an MBA from the University of Missouri–Kansas City and a BA from the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing. He is an active member of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) and serves as a trusted advisor and mentor to his team. Beyond real estate, Calvin is deeply connected in the finance community as an investment partner in two high-performing hedge funds. In 2024, he was appointed Vice President of the Wall Street Entrepreneur Alliance, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing the Asian American business community.
When not advising clients or leading his team, Calvin enjoys travel, fitness, and meditation, pursuits that fuel his creativity and balance.