The Los Angeles real estate merry-go-round continues. In a major move, Barron and Tessa Hilton have announced that they are leaving Hilton+Hilton — the brokerage they founded with Barron’s dad, Rick, in 20204 —and moving to Compass.
“We are making a strategic move to Compass to position not only ourselves, but most importantly, our clients, for long-term success in an increasingly competitive market,” Barron and Tessa Hilton said in a joint statement. “This transition allows us to align with Compass’s unmatched scale, cutting-edge technology, and powerful marketing resources while staying true to our core values. We are deeply grateful to our agents and team members, past and present, whom we value as trusted partners who have been integral to our journey. … This move allows us to remain focused on what we love most: serving our clients with the highest level of expertise.”
Rick Hilton will continue on as an independent broker under the Hilton+Hilton brand.
Parker Beatty, Regional Vice President of Southern California and Hawaii celebrated the move.“We’re pleased to welcome Barron and Tessa to Compass,” he said. “Their deep commitment to their clients and keen understanding of luxury are a perfect match for our mission to elevate the client experience. We look forward to supporting their continued success under the Compass brand.”
It has been a busy few years for Hilton heir Barron and his wife, Tessa, a German countess, who were honored in THR’s annual Power Brokers list earlier this month. The couple began their real estate careers in 2020 at Hilton+Hyland, which was co-founded by Barron’s father, Rick Hilton. In 2022, the Hilton clan shocked the real estate world when they left Hilton+Hyland. In 2024, Rick, Barron and Tessa announced the opening of Hilton+Hilton.
Past highlights from the duo include the sale of the Paul Williams Estate at 1060 Brooklawn in Holmby Hills for $61.5 million and the sale of 419 St. Cloud Road in Bel Air for $25 million. Recent notable transactions under the Hilton+Hilton banner include representing tech mogul Lucy Guo in the purchase of 1680 North Doheny Drive in the Hollywood Hills for $29.5 million and representing Paris Hilton in the purchase of 71 Beverly Park in Beverly Hills for $63.1 million.
The Hiltons have also generated buzz with their innovative take on the open house, hosting immersive experiences which have featured art installations, couture fashion showcases, culinary offerings, and live performances, creating lasting connections between the home and prospective buyers. “By crafting immersive experiences, we bring each home to life in a way that defines a lifestyle and leaves a lasting impression,” Tessa Hilton said. “Our clients deeply value this approach, and with Compass’ expanded reach and resources, we’re excited to take it to an even higher level.”