Meet Chris Paoli

Chris Paoli serves as the esteemed Managing Partner of The Agency Steamboat Springs. With a tenure in real estate since 2005, Chris brings an unparalleled level of expertise to the industry. Hailing from Suffern, New York, he specializes in luxury properties and new developments in the Yampa Valley region and boasts a deep understanding of the market landscape. Chris' track record speaks volumes. He led the top-producing, award-winning real estate team, The Paoli Group, and has achieved the Top Producing Team at The Group Real Estate since 2016. In 2021 and 2022, his team was ranked #1 in sales volume in the Steamboat Springs real estate market, and in June of 2023, they were named #1 by Real Trends America's Best Real Estate Professionals for Medium-Sized Teams.

 

In 2025, he represented the seller in the highest-priced home sale in Steamboat's history. Chris' strengths lie in his staunch commitment to his clients' goals, he routinely prioritizes their needs above all else. With extensive personal real estate ownership and investment experience, coupled with a keen analytical mindset, Chris adeptly aligns clients' objectives with the value propositions offered by different properties. What excites Chris most about real estate is the opportunity to work on exceptional properties with outstanding architecture and design, as well as collaborate with developers to enhance project profitability. His background in mechanical engineering and economics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, combined with previous roles in sales engineering and equity trading, equips him with a unique financial acumen that greatly benefits his clients.

 

Outside of real estate, Chris indulges in various outdoor activities, including mountain biking, skiing, hiking, and backcountry skiing. He also enjoys traveling with his family, particularly to beach and surf destinations. Actively involved in charitable endeavors, Chris lends his support to local organizations such as STARS (Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports) and Autism initiatives, among others.