Leo Lee

As Senior Vice President of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Leo Lee brings extensive market knowledge and expertise in neighborhoods across the region, making him an invaluable asset to his clients. His skilled negotiation tactics and unwavering dedication ensure that he passionately advocates for those he represents. Leo is consistently recognized as one of the top agents in the Washington, D.C. metro area, receiving prestigious accolades from Washingtonian, Bethesda, and Arlington Magazines as a Top Producer. Additionally, he has been honored with awards such as NVAR, NOVA Real Producers, Bethesda Top Producer, and the REAL Trends “Top 1% Agents Nationwide.”

Leo approaches every transaction with creativity, enthusiasm, and tenacity. His extensive experience and long-standing commitment to his clients have enabled him to sell luxury properties in the most exclusive neighborhoods of the region, as well as historic homes near Virginia’s and Maryland’s beloved landmarks.

Leo’s team reflects his client-first approach, composed of seasoned professionals who share his dedication to delivering outstanding results. The team is consistently recognized as one of the top-performing teams in the greater Washington area, ranking as the top-producing team in McLean and Bethesda.

Leo’s personal real estate experience is just as impressive—he has owned nine different homes since the age of 22. After graduating from college in China, Leo invested in real estate, achieving a five-fold return on his investments between 2010 and 2016. His transition into the real estate business was a natural progression of his passion for the industry. “Through my international work with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, I developed an exceptional ability to understand and anticipate customer needs,” says Leo.

Before his career in real estate, Leo worked as Director of Business Development for a multinational telecom corporation for over a decade. His global experience spans across China, Russia, Ukraine, Western Europe, and now the U.S. capital. Leo also has financial expertise, having worked as a currency trader in the wealth management division of a leading global investment bank. His previous roles in sales, purchasing, negotiation, and financial planning at the corporate level honed his attention to detail and exceptional client service.

A graduate in international studies, Leo is fluent in Mandarin, English, and Russian, further enhancing his ability to work with a diverse range of clients.