'We are able to offer national and international exposure': Belfast estate agency named Northern Ireland exclusive associate of global property firm
Simon Brien will combine its local expertise with Knight Frank’s international network as it enters a new phase of expansion
Belfast estate agency Simon Brien is embarking on an exciting period of expansion, having been appointed as the exclusive associate of Knight Frank in Northern Ireland.
This strategic association enables Simon Brien to combine its strong local market presence with Knight Frank’s international network of buyers, significantly extending the reach of its residential offering.
Through this partnership, Simon Brien clients will have direct access to Knight Frank’s expansive international network of buyers and investors. Simon Brien Fine Homes listings will be featured on the Knight Frank website, offering unparalleled visibility to a global audience via their world-class digital platform.
Part of the Sherry FitzGerald Group since 2023, Simon Brien has grown significantly in recent years, expanding from four to nine offices and increasing its team to 55 professionals across Northern Ireland.
Simon Brien, managing director, said: “This is a significant and very positive development for our business and, more importantly, for our clients. Being Knight Frank’s exclusive associate in Northern Ireland gives us direct access to an extensive international network, while allowing us to maintain our strong local expertise and reputation across residential resales, new homes, lettings, and property management.
"From a client perspective, it remains very much business as usual, with the added advantage of enhanced international reach where it adds real value.
“The combination of Knight Frank’s international market reach, Sherry FitzGerald’s comprehensive all‑Ireland residential network, and our established position in Northern Ireland places Simon Brien in a unique position. We are able to offer national and international exposure while continuing to deliver a best‑in‑class service across all aspects of residential property.”
Simon Brien’s latest market report highlights a confident and active Northern Ireland residential market, with strong demand, limited supply, and continued growth in prices – reinforcing the importance of broad market reach in connecting buyers and sellers.
This growth is underpinned by strong transactional performance across both new homes and residential resales. Strong sales by Simon Brien in Q1 2026 builds on an exceptional 2025 performance, during which period, the practice completed over 1,400 sales across new homes and residential resales, with a combined total value of almost ½ billion pounds, reinforcing its position as a leading force in the Northern Ireland residential market.
Simon Brien continues to focus on residential resales, new homes, lettings and property management, with its alignment with Sherry FitzGerald and association with Knight Frank supporting its next phase of growth.