Chris Ball: Building Trust, Lasting Relationships, and a Client-First Approach

“Choosing Stilhavn was easy. I am surrounded by like-minded Realtors, and the culture of the Stilhavn brand made it seamless, as Stilhavn’s mission is the same as mine. It is built on the spirit of being client-focused, leveraging knowledge and experience to plan and achieve the best results for our clients.” — Chris Ball

A Career Built on Relationships

For Chris Ball, real estate was a natural transition from a career in hospitality. Having always been interested in the industry, purchasing his first home further inspired him to pursue a profession where he could combine his passion for working with people and helping them navigate important life decisions.

Nearly 16 years later, it’s still the relationships that make the career so rewarding. Chris enjoys getting to know his clients, understanding their needs, and guiding them through the different chapters of homeownership. Whether helping someone purchase their first home, upsize, downsize, or assisting the next generation of a family, he values being part of their journey.

Putting Clients First

Chris takes his responsibility to his clients seriously. With a strong focus on education and protecting their interests, he works to ensure they understand the buying or selling process and are prepared for the decisions ahead.

For Chris, providing guidance means more than simply completing a transaction. It’s about helping clients navigate challenges, understand their options, and move forward with confidence.

While he’s proud of his professional achievements, it’s the relationships that mean the most. Having clients return to him and refer their friends and families is something he considers one of his greatest accomplishments — a reflection of the confidence and trust they’ve placed in him over the years.

A Connection to Vancouver

Chris lives and works in Mount Pleasant, a neighbourhood he considers one of the greatest places to call home. From its colourful murals and lively shops to its restaurants and walkable streets, he appreciates the energy and community that make the area special.
His referral-driven business also takes him throughout Vancouver’s East and West sides, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Burnaby, allowing him to work with clients across a variety of communities.

What Sets Him Apart

Chris takes great pride in the experience and results he’s delivered throughout nearly 16 years in real estate. From successfully negotiating favourable purchase prices to achieving strong sale prices for his listings, he brings a combination of market knowledge, negotiation skills, and a commitment to protecting his clients’ best interests.

Over the years, Chris has earned several real estate awards and helped clients achieve meaningful results on both sides of a transaction. Yet one of his greatest measures of success remains the trust he’s built along the way, with clients continuing to refer their friends and families to him.

Beyond the Deal

Outside of real estate, Chris enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially watching his son Noah play hockey. Depending on the season, you’ll also find him golfing, skiing, playing tennis, hiking, travelling, reading, or enjoying games with the people closest to him.

A Home at Stilhavn

For Chris, choosing Stilhavn was a natural fit. He was drawn to the opportunity to work alongside like-minded Realtors within a culture that reflects his own approach to real estate.

With a shared emphasis on client-focused service, professional knowledge, and experience, Chris appreciates being part of a brokerage where those values remain central to the work.

After nearly 16 years in the industry, his priorities remain the same: protect his clients’ interests, provide straightforward guidance, and build relationships that extend well beyond the transaction.