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Shirin Benamadi

Real Estate Advisor

shirin.benamadi@evrealestate.com

202-288-3676

 

Shirin is a dynamic real estate advisor with a unique background spanning from Washington, D.C. to international locales like Algeria, Dubai, Lebanon, and Morocco. She has experience in finance and entrepreneurship, including founding KenziBox, and brings a diverse skill set to her role. A native Washingtonian licensed in DC, and neighborhood specialist in DMV, she has lived in many local neighborhoods and brings an invaluable hometown perspective to the table. Shirin identifies as a Third Culture Kid and draws from her international and DC networks to put her clients at ease and guide them to success. She was named Rookie of the Year in her first year in real estate, and her commitment and dedication to providing white-glove service to her clients has only grown. Shirin's passion for creating memorable experiences extends beyond her real estate clients as evident in her love for painting, extensive travels, and crafting special birthday cakes for her children. She speaks fluent French and some Arabic, allowing her to help a multitude of home buyers and sellers. She is proud to be a part of Engel & Völkers, a global brand known for its integrity and assurance that every client receives top-tier care. 

Success Stories

alexistbrown17

Working with Shirin for the second time has once again been an absolutely exceptional experience. This was a complex out-of-state sale involving a my maryland property, and she made what could have been a stressful and logistically heavy process feel completely seamless from start to finish. As a remote seller, I initially expected I would need to travel back and forth multiple times to manage staging, furniture removal, and preparation but that was never necessary.Shirin went far above and beyond at every step. She brought in a local agent from her brokerage that turned out to be equally amazing for showing to make sure we could get folks in to see the house quickly. She took full ownership of preparing the home for market, coordinated key renovations, and ensured every detail was handled with care and intention. She even brought in her own staging items to elevate the presentation of the home, which made a noticeable difference in how the property showed. Her eye for detail and presentation is truly outstanding.The marketing execution was also incredible! The photos were beautiful and really showcased the home at its absolute best. She was able to lean on the Engel & Völkers team where needed, ensuring nothing fell through the cracks and everything stayed on track.This sale ended up being more involved than originally expected, but Shirin adapted effortlessly, stayed proactive, and kept everything moving smoothly toward a successful outcome. Most importantly, I never once had to travel back or worry about what was happening on the ground because I had complete trust in her.There was also a sweet reward in working with her again, which made this experience even more meaningful. I would highly recommend Shirin to anyone looking for a realtor who is not only highly skilled, strategic, and responsive but truly invested in her clients and willing to go above and beyond in every possible way.

1072thomasjefferson

Shirin is the only DC realtor we will ever work with! She epitomizes professionalism, commitment and knowledge of the of the DC real estate market. Her attention to detail navigating the nuances of the TOPA process, detailed status reports and endless connections amongst DC’s international, academia and professional communities sets her far apart from the many average realtors in the DMV. However, it is her never-ending ability to solve problems, tireless work ethic and willingness to roll up her sleeves that makes her the only partner we will choose to manage our family real estate holdings. Whether negotiating with foreign investors or 1st time buyers, Shirin is impeccable in her thorough approach. She assisted us through a stressful offering of a $5MM+ landmark property in Georgetown and dealt with our tenant groups as adeptly as she did with prospective buyers, never floundering in her commitment to our short and long term interests. She is a force to be reconned with we were grateful to have on our side! We are forever grateful and cannot thank her enough or recommend her more highly!

bolusanya

As I mentioned during our call, it has been an absolute pleasure working with you. Thank you so much for your incredible attention to detail, your willingness to go above and beyond to ensure we were satisfied, the insightful market perspective and guidance on strategies to maximize the value of the property, and most importantly, the warmth, joy, and candor you brought to every conversation. We couldn’t have asked for a better agent and feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to partner with you.Thank you, thank you! Would hire Shirin again in a heartbeat (maybe faster than that, really!)Bola Olusanya

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Shirin was an incredible asset to us in the home buying process. She was knowledgeable, resourceful and a joy to work with. Throughout the process she had a great sense of neighborhoods and price ranges and quickly became a trusted advisor. In addition, she knew how to be helpful without being pushy. She gave us the time and space to make decisions that we were comfortable with and always made herself available to provide opinions or expertise if asked. She quickly understood our needs and must haves and did an incredible job of valuing our time - often viewing homes for us offline and only bringing us in if something was worth our effort. Ultimately, Shirin took what is a daunting process and made it both manageable and enjoyable.

simlois

Shirin did an exceptional job during a problematic transitional time in Washingtin, DC. She was innovative and persistent in her use of advertising. Her atitude was always positive and she was always vailable to answer my questios and offer options. I moved to another state before the condo was sold. Shirin took on responsibilities far beyond those of an agent to order to ready the condo for viewing and for the handover to the buyer.

rohinianand1121

Shirin did an exceptional job with selling our house. She made the sale of our house a painless process. She did her homework, spent a lot of time assessing comprables and learning about the neighborhood; got the house ready for putting on the market and priced it appropriately and competitively. Despite the tough housing market in the DC area and the high interest rates, we had offers in less than a week, thanks to her diligence- and were able to close soon after. In addition to being hard working, committed, strategic and resourceful, Shirin is a pleasure to work with. She is extremely responsive and would be in regular touch with us giving us updates. She also paid great attention to details at a time when we were occupied with moving. We recommend her highly and would use her again without any hesitation! If there were a 5 star plus, Shirin would get that from us for an outstanding job!

alexistbrown17

Working with Shirin was an absolute game-changer for my family during one of the most emotional transitions of our lives. She helped us both sell our childhood home and find the perfect home for my mother as she entered this exciting second chapter of her life, downsizing. What truly sets Shirin apart is her ability to combine professionalism with heartfelt empathy.From the start, she took the time to deeply understand not just our practical needs but also the sentimental weight of this move. She went above and beyond by helping us filter through generations of furniture and cherished items, providing thoughtful insights without ever being pushy. Her patience and guidance helped us balance practicality with emotional attachment, making the process feel manageable and meaningful. She took us along the journey to understand the most impactful upgrades that were needed to our childhood home for the best ROI, while also respecting and honoring our boundaries about the aspects we wanted to keep intact. She presented fantastic ideas to enhance the space and cater to buyers on the market. Shirin also helped us find our new home. As we searched, it was clear she didn’t just want to sell a house—she wanted to help us create a home.Her dedication, communication, and genuine care made us feel supported every step of the way. If you’re looking for someone who listens, delivers, and truly invests in her clients’ happiness, Shirin is the one you want by your side. I cannot recommend her highly enough! Thank you, Shirin for helping us turn the page so beautifully.

teresethomasb

Shirin...was unbelievable ... She'll do anything to help you get in the right mindset to sell... especially if you've been in your house forever..I dragged my feet until she came along and put compassionate, considerate motivation under my wings. She's the kind of agent that will help you do anything!! She also helped us transition into our next property knowing all along we needed the right place and space to call "HOME"Hands down ... the best honest caring energy I have seen in this industry...

stacyaparkinson

Shirin was extremely knowledgeable and responsive to all our questions and concerns. And if she didn’t know, she found out immediately and told us quickly. Shirin is extremely personable, kind and honest…and fun! She made the process easy for us!

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