Leon De La Torre
Managing Partner & VP Acquisitions
Mr. De la Torre leads LKM Development Group—pairing disciplined decision-making with a long-term view of neighborhood impact. As Founding Managing Partner, he focuses on sourcing the right opportunities, building trust with stakeholders, and delivering strong, risk-adjusted returns for investors while contributing positively to the communities where LKM operates.
Real Estate Expertise
Mr. De la Torre brings over a decade of real estate experience centered on seller acquisition, deal sourcing, and negotiation across New York City and New Jersey. He specializes in identifying motivated, time-sensitive opportunities—often involving complex seller circumstances—and turning them into clear, executable transactions through precision underwriting, strategic communication, and process-driven follow-up systems.
Community Commitment
Beyond the work, Mr. De la Torre is committed to giving back. He mentors individuals from under-served communities who are interested in building careers in real estate, with a focus on practical skill-building, professionalism, and long-term opportunity.
Expertise
- •Real Estate Investment & Development
- •Property Management & Operations
- •Accounting & Financial Analysis
- •Multi-Family Portfolio Management
- •Community Development & Impact
Markets & Experience
New York City
Multi-family asset management and institutional real estate investment experience with major portfolio holdings.
New Jersey
Turn-key multi-family portfolio investments and property operations management with proven track record.
South Florida
Multi-family portfolio expansion and development opportunities in one of the nation's fastest-growing markets.