Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Investment Solutions
Westlake Realty Group is a family-operated real estate investment and development firm with decades of expertise in transforming urban spaces into sustainable communities. Since our founding in 1972, we have focused on strategic acquisitions and long-term growth across the San Francisco Bay Area and Western United States. Our portfolio spans office, multifamily, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use properties, reflecting our commitment to innovation and community-centric design. Led by the third generation of the Chang family, we maintain a hands-on approach to asset management and development, ensuring profitability while fostering tenant satisfaction.Our team combines deep industry experience with a dedication to sustainability, leveraging over 50 years of local market knowledge to deliver value-driven solutions. Through Westlake Urban and Westlake International, we extend our expertise to property revitalization and global equity investments, respectively. Our unique strength lies in owning and optimizing properties through market cycles, prioritizing environmental responsibility and cost efficiency. With a legacy of foresight and adaptability, we continue to build spaces that enhance urban living while honoring our family business values.
Services
Real Estate Development
Property Management
Investment Strategy
Asset Optimization
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in Bay Area real estate investment and development.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes long-term value over short-term gains.
- We specialize in revitalizing urban properties with community-focused designs.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with expertise in all real estate asset classes.
- We integrate sustainability into every project to reduce environmental impact.
Services
Real Estate Development
Westlake Urban specializes in revitalizing urban properties through strategic development. Our approach focuses on creating sustainable, transit-oriented communities that enhance local infrastructure. Projects include mixed-use developments and adaptive reuse of existing assets.
Investment Management
Westlake International manages diversified equity investments across real estate, technology, and consumer sectors. With a 30-year track record, we prioritize early-stage ventures and global opportunities in markets like Japan and Latin America.
Property Management
We oversee 1.5 million square feet of commercial properties, including office, retail, and industrial spaces. Services include tenant relations, maintenance, budgeting, and leasing strategies to maximize asset value.
Sustainable Design
Our developments incorporate energy-efficient systems and water-saving technologies. We prioritize materials that reduce environmental impact while lowering operational costs for tenants and communities.
Land Acquisition
The firm strategically acquires land parcels in high-growth urban areas. This includes evaluating zoning regulations, development potential, and long-term value appreciation for future projects.
People
Kristina C. Chang
Chief Executive Officer
Kristina leads Westlake's strategic direction with expertise in portfolio management and acquisitions. She holds an MBA from Stanford and a bachelor's in History from Harvard.
Lino Campanile
President & Chief Financial Officer
Lino oversees financial operations with 20+ years in real estate finance. He is a CPA and graduated Magna Cum Laude from San Francisco State University.
William H.C. Chang
Chairman
As Chairman, William directs company strategy with a career spanning property management to large-scale development projects. He holds an Economics degree from Harvard.
Stew Cedarleaf
Director of Acquisitions
Stew leads acquisition efforts with 20 years of experience in multifamily and industrial real estate. He holds a real estate license and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
David Chua
Senior Vice President
David manages operations and development with expertise in commercial real estate. He holds an MBA from Wharton and a California real estate broker license.
Questions
What areas does Westlake Realty Group operate in?
We focus on the San Francisco Bay Area, Western United States, and international markets including Japan, China, and Latin America.
What types of properties do you develop?
Our portfolio includes office, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, and hospitality properties, with an emphasis on sustainable urban development.
How long has Westlake been in business?
We've been a family-owned real estate firm since 1972, with 50+ years of experience in the industry.
Do you offer property management services?
Yes, we manage over 1.5 million square feet of commercial properties, including tenant relations and maintenance operations.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We use energy-efficient systems, water-saving technologies, and eco-friendly materials in all our development projects.
