Our Story
Like every client and every real estate advisor, Engel & Völkers also has a unique story. It’s one steeped in iconic heritage that drives our resolve to change the way consumers experience the properties, neighborhoods and the overall process of buying and selling a home, ranch or business.
Our story began in Hamburg, Germany in 1977 with the founding of the privately owned Engel & Völkers franchise by Christian Völkers who remains at the head of our global operations. The world of Engel & Völkers was created and continues to grow around the mission to possess the highest levels of competency and client service. Through unrivaled brand consistency, sophisticated systems and innovations, we’ve done what no other European luxury real estate franchise has been able to do — successfully establish itself in the Americas.
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier
Engel & Völkers Western Frontier opened the Missoula shop in the Fall of 2017 and quickly became the leading luxury real estate brokerage in Western Montana. Shops are now open in Hamilton, Stevensville, Polson, Whitefish, Kalispell, Bigfork, Helena, Eureka, Coeur ‘d Alene and Spokane providing comprehensive real estate services throughout Montana, Idaho, and Washington. In 2026, we will be opening our newest shop on the stunning island of Maui.
Our goal is to offer unrivaled service in residential properties, new developments, farm and ranch, and commercial real estate. To achieve this, we have created a powerful blend of advisors, state-of-the-art tools and technology, deep local roots and expertise, and the most extensive international platform in the world.
