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CALIFORNIA
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Calabasas, CA 91302
NEW YORK CITY
160 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Guènaël’s story began with service long before it led him to real estate. Born and raised in Haiti, his early work with underserved and at-risk youth shaped the way he understands trust, responsibility, and the importance of helping others navigate life’s most meaningful moments. Today, Guènaël brings that same perspective to luxury real estate, guiding clients through significant decisions with a rare blend of empathy, strategy, and discretion. For him, every property tells a story—and every client has a vision worth protecting. With over a decade of experience advising on high-value transactions, Guènaël has developed a sophisticated understanding of pricing strategy, negotiation, asset positioning, and long-term real estate planning.
Operating bi-coastally, he advises buyers, sellers, and investors through acquisitions, dispositions, and lifestyle-driven real estate decisions with clarity and purpose. Through his partnerships with Brown Harris Stevens, First Team Real Estate®, Luxury Portfolio International®, and JamesEdition®, Guènaël connects clients to a global network while maintaining the personalized, relationship-driven approach that defines his work. His philosophy is simple: exceptional outcomes are achieved through informed strategy, thoughtful guidance, and the trust built through lasting relationships.
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A home can influence far more than your finances. Housing stability can shape how people build relationships, create routines, raise families, pursue opportunities, and imagine their future. That is why finding the right home is not simply a real estate decision. For someone who has experienced housing instability, having a place of their own can represent something much deeper: stability, privacy, belonging, independence, and the freedom to begin building a life on their own terms.
For those searching for luxury real estate, the journey can take months—or even years. Priorities change. Expectations evolve. And somewhere along the way, the question becomes less about bedrooms, square footage, or price, and more about how a place might shape the life ahead.
Real estate in New York has become one of the most sought-after assets because it represents more than ownership. It represents permanence in a city defined by momentum. And perhaps that's what makes it so remarkable: in a place where everything is constantly moving, finding the right home gives you somewhere to truly belong. When people buy here, they're not just purchasing property—they're buying access to a way of life that very few cities can offer.
Selling a family home after decades of ownership is rarely just a real estate decision. It is a transition between chapters of life—one defined not only by property, but by memory, routine, and identity. In luxury markets such as Malibu, Beverly Hills, Newport Beach, and Montecito, these homes often carry more than market value. They carry history. Over the years, a home stops being viewed in terms of bedrooms, bathrooms, or square footage. It becomes a living record of time.
For generations, the value of a real estate professional has been measured by visible achievements: the negotiation won, the property sold, the record price achieved. These accomplishments matter. They represent skill, discipline, and market expertise. But perhaps the true measure of an exceptional advisor is found in something far less tangible. It is found in the moments when a client faces uncertainty and asks a much deeper question: Who will stand beside me through this journey? "When asked what kind of Realtor he would choose if he were the homeowner, Guènaël’s answer was not centered on marketing strategy, negotiation power, or industry recognition. It was much simpler. "I'd want someone who knows how to stand beside me."
Luxury buyers remain active throughout Beverly Hills, but they are moving with greater calculation than at any point in recent memory. The psychology of acquisition has evolved. Where urgency once drove decision-making, discernment now prevails. Affluent buyers are asking more profound questions: Does this estate preserve long-term value? How resilient is this asset within an uncertain global economy? Does this property support the life I truly want—or merely the image attached to it?
Find Homes is to imagine the life we have yet to live
Selling our home was emotional, but Guènaël handled it with care and respect. He considered our memories, offered guidance with sensitivity, and made sure our family felt honored. He handled multiple offers with tact, advocating for our family at every step. Thanks to him, we sold our home for more than we expected while feeling completely supported.
Selling our home was emotional, but Guènaël handled it with care and respect. He considered our memories, offered guidance with sensitivity, and made sure our family felt honored. He handled multiple offers with tact, advocating for our family at every step. Thanks to him, we sold our home for more than we expected while feeling completely supported.
We trusted Guènaël completely, and he never let us down. He explained things clearly, gave honest advice, and made us feel secure every step of the way. His integrity is rare, and it made all the difference for our first home purchase.
We trusted Guènaël completely, and he never let us down. He explained things clearly, gave honest advice, and made us feel secure every step of the way. His integrity is rare, and it made all the difference for our first home purchase.
In our search for a distinctive home, Guènaël’s expertise was unparalleled. He curated properties with precision, arranged private showings, and provided candid insights that only come from true mastery of the market. He represented us with discretion, sophistication, and unwavering attention to detail. At every step, we felt that he was advocating for us, anticipating every need, and elevating the entire experience beyond a transaction—it was a partnership defined by trust and excellence.
In our search for a distinctive home, Guènaël’s expertise was unparalleled. He curated properties with precision, arranged private showings, and provided candid insights that only come from true mastery of the market. He represented us with discretion, sophistication, and unwavering attention to detail. At every step, we felt that he was advocating for us, anticipating every need, and elevating the entire experience beyond a transaction—it was a partnership defined by trust and excellence.
Guènaël brings heart to every transaction. He remembered our family’s story, shared advice about how to present our home beautifully, and made the entire experience personal. He doesn’t just sell houses—he honors the lives lived in them.
Guènaël brings heart to every transaction. He remembered our family’s story, shared advice about how to present our home beautifully, and made the entire experience personal. He doesn’t just sell houses—he honors the lives lived in them.
We felt like Guènaël understood our family story. He made suggestions that highlighted what made our home special, and we always felt he respected not just the house but the life we built inside it. From staging to photography, Guènaël thought of everything. He knew what would highlight the home’s best features and worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was perfect. It made the sale smooth and successful.
We felt like Guènaël understood our family story. He made suggestions that highlighted what made our home special, and we always felt he respected not just the house but the life we built inside it. From staging to photography, Guènaël thought of everything. He knew what would highlight the home’s best features and worked tirelessly to ensure every detail was perfect. It made the sale smooth and successful.
I chose G because he actually listened to me. So many agents just push listings, but he took the time to understand what we truly wanted in a home—and then went above and beyond to find it. He scheduled extra viewings, walked me through neighborhoods at different times of day, and even helped me envision the space. It felt like he was doing everything to make sure this wasn’t just a house—it was my home.
I chose G because he actually listened to me. So many agents just push listings, but he took the time to understand what we truly wanted in a home—and then went above and beyond to find it. He scheduled extra viewings, walked me through neighborhoods at different times of day, and even helped me envision the space. It felt like he was doing everything to make sure this wasn’t just a house—it was my home.
As a family with two small children, we needed someone who understood our priorities. Guènaël thought of every detail and treated our needs as if they were his own. He noticed every small thing that mattered, and when it came time to make an offer, he advocated for us like we were family. We never felt alone in the process.
As a family with two small children, we needed someone who understood our priorities. Guènaël thought of every detail and treated our needs as if they were his own. He noticed every small thing that mattered, and when it came time to make an offer, he advocated for us like we were family. We never felt alone in the process.
Moving our young family across the country was daunting, but Guènaël anticipated every need. He found homes near great schools, parks, and safe neighborhoods. He genuinely cared about our kids’ happiness and our family’s transition. G treats you like more than a client. He checked in regularly, guided us patiently, and even shared his own advice for moving and settling in. We always felt he was invested in our family’s future.
Moving our young family across the country was daunting, but Guènaël anticipated every need. He found homes near great schools, parks, and safe neighborhoods. He genuinely cared about our kids’ happiness and our family’s transition. G treats you like more than a client. He checked in regularly, guided us patiently, and even shared his own advice for moving and settling in. We always felt he was invested in our family’s future.
Guènaël made finding our family home a true joy. He understands what it’s like to raise kids and considered everything—from backyard space to school districts. We always felt like he cared about our family as much as we do.
Guènaël made finding our family home a true joy. He understands what it’s like to raise kids and considered everything—from backyard space to school districts. We always felt like he cared about our family as much as we do.
We knew Guènaël was the right choice when we saw how he handled negotiations. He fought for every dollar, and we felt completely represented. Beyond that, he made the whole process stress-free and personal.
We knew Guènaël was the right choice when we saw how he handled negotiations. He fought for every dollar, and we felt completely represented. Beyond that, he made the whole process stress-free and personal.
Working with G was an experience unlike any other. From the very first conversation, he listened—really listened—to what mattered most to me. Every step of the process was handled with thoughtfulness and care, and he anticipated my needs before I even voiced them. He made me feel seen, understood, and truly one-of-a-kind. With G, you know everything is not only in capable hands, but in hands that genuinely care.
Working with G was an experience unlike any other. From the very first conversation, he listened—really listened—to what mattered most to me. Every step of the process was handled with thoughtfulness and care, and he anticipated my needs before I even voiced them. He made me feel seen, understood, and truly one-of-a-kind. With G, you know everything is not only in capable hands, but in hands that genuinely care.
Guènaël is a powerhouse negotiator. He fought for our family every step of the way and ensured we got the best possible outcome. Beyond that, he made us feel cared for, respected, and understood.
Guènaël is a powerhouse negotiator. He fought for our family every step of the way and ensured we got the best possible outcome. Beyond that, he made us feel cared for, respected, and understood.
Working with Guènaël truly makes you feel like you’re the only client he knows and works for. He’s always present, always listening, and consistently goes the extra mile. You can tell he genuinely cares. We’ve only been working with G for a month, but it already feels as if we’ve known him for a lifetime. I felt compelled to write this review even before selling and finding our homes—he is that remarkable. He is warm-hearted, deeply knowledgeable, and understands every facet of real estate. We are thoroughly impressed.
Working with Guènaël truly makes you feel like you’re the only client he knows and works for. He’s always present, always listening, and consistently goes the extra mile. You can tell he genuinely cares. We’ve only been working with G for a month, but it already feels as if we’ve known him for a lifetime. I felt compelled to write this review even before selling and finding our homes—he is that remarkable. He is warm-hearted, deeply knowledgeable, and understands every facet of real estate. We are thoroughly impressed.
What I love most about Guènaël is how much he understands family. He knows what it’s like to think about schools, schedules, and family life when buying a home. We felt like he genuinely cared about our kids’ happiness, not just the sale.
What I love most about Guènaël is how much he understands family. He knows what it’s like to think about schools, schedules, and family life when buying a home. We felt like he genuinely cared about our kids’ happiness, not just the sale.
Relocating across states can be overwhelming, yet Guènaël made it feel effortless. He meticulously mapped out neighborhoods, schools, amenities, and commuting logistics, creating a blueprint that made our transition smooth and confident. He anticipated every challenge before it arose and treated our move as if it were his own. His guidance was not just professional—it was profoundly personal, making us feel fully represented and genuinely cared for.
Relocating across states can be overwhelming, yet Guènaël made it feel effortless. He meticulously mapped out neighborhoods, schools, amenities, and commuting logistics, creating a blueprint that made our transition smooth and confident. He anticipated every challenge before it arose and treated our move as if it were his own. His guidance was not just professional—it was profoundly personal, making us feel fully represented and genuinely cared for.
Guènaël is exceptionally kind and easy to work with. He stayed on top of everything. We genuinely enjoyed working with him.
Guènaël is exceptionally kind and easy to work with. He stayed on top of everything. We genuinely enjoyed working with him.
Guènaël genuinely cared about our children and about helping us find the right place to call home. Buying a home for the first time can feel emotional and overwhelming, but he made the entire process feel more grounded and manageable. I’m glad we had the opportunity to work with him. Guènaël is knowledgeable, professional, and truly understands what he is doing. We felt supported throughout the entire experience and confident in his guidance.
Guènaël genuinely cared about our children and about helping us find the right place to call home. Buying a home for the first time can feel emotional and overwhelming, but he made the entire process feel more grounded and manageable. I’m glad we had the opportunity to work with him. Guènaël is knowledgeable, professional, and truly understands what he is doing. We felt supported throughout the entire experience and confident in his guidance.
Guènaël made a real difference for our family. When he first walked through our home, he was quiet and took the time to learn about our situation. We weren’t sure at first if he was the right fit, but that quickly changed once he began walking us through the selling process and explaining what it would take for us to sell and move back to Orlando. He is very knowledgeable about real estate and the moving process, and he carried himself in a professional, respectful, and results-driven way. From beginning to end, everything went smoothly. He listened carefully, understood our needs, and treated our story with genuine care and respect. That meant a lot to us. My kids really liked him as well.
Guènaël made a real difference for our family. When he first walked through our home, he was quiet and took the time to learn about our situation. We weren’t sure at first if he was the right fit, but that quickly changed once he began walking us through the selling process and explaining what it would take for us to sell and move back to Orlando. He is very knowledgeable about real estate and the moving process, and he carried himself in a professional, respectful, and results-driven way. From beginning to end, everything went smoothly. He listened carefully, understood our needs, and treated our story with genuine care and respect. That meant a lot to us. My kids really liked him as well.
Working with Guènaël was a really great experience. He made the whole process feel much less overwhelming and helped me stay focused on what actually mattered instead of getting lost in too many options. He was patient, honest, and never pushy. What I appreciated most was how he helped me think in terms of lifestyle and long-term fit, not just surface details. He really knows the New York City market and was able to point out things I wouldn’t have considered on my own, especially around pricing and value. I always felt like Guènaël had my best interests in mind, and I never felt rushed into making a decision. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Working with Guènaël was a really great experience. He made the whole process feel much less overwhelming and helped me stay focused on what actually mattered instead of getting lost in too many options. He was patient, honest, and never pushy. What I appreciated most was how he helped me think in terms of lifestyle and long-term fit, not just surface details. He really knows the New York City market and was able to point out things I wouldn’t have considered on my own, especially around pricing and value. I always felt like Guènaël had my best interests in mind, and I never felt rushed into making a decision. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Working with Guènaël during our home buying process was truly an amazing experience. It honestly felt like a chance meeting because we were unfamiliar with the area, but he guided us every step of the way and made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. He was extremely knowledgeable about the different neighborhoods, schools, and surrounding areas, which made us feel confident in every decision we made. He went above and beyond to help us find the perfect fit for our family, always making himself available for appointments, questions, and guidance. He negotiated a fair price for us and handled everything with professionalism, patience, and care. What could have been an overwhelming process became an exciting and enjoyable experience because of his dedication and expertise. We are truly grateful for all of his hard work and would highly recommend Guènaël to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Working with Guènaël during our home buying process was truly an amazing experience. It honestly felt like a chance meeting because we were unfamiliar with the area, but he guided us every step of the way and made the entire process feel easy and stress-free. He was extremely knowledgeable about the different neighborhoods, schools, and surrounding areas, which made us feel confident in every decision we made. He went above and beyond to help us find the perfect fit for our family, always making himself available for appointments, questions, and guidance. He negotiated a fair price for us and handled everything with professionalism, patience, and care. What could have been an overwhelming process became an exciting and enjoyable experience because of his dedication and expertise. We are truly grateful for all of his hard work and would highly recommend Guènaël to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
GUÈNAËL ORISTEL
[email protected]
(347) 791-1107
CA DRE# 02214865 | NYC DRE#01299431
GUÈNAËL ORISTEL
[email protected]
(347) 791-1107
CA DRE# 02214865 | NYC DRE#01299431