Rima & Layla Tannous Team

World-Class Service & a Personal Touch

Rima Tannous is an architect by training and realtor by passion, with more than 30 years of success in real estate in the Washington, DC region. Her clients return time and again, and often become close friends, because her care extends well beyond settlement. Rima helps clients see what others might miss, whether it’s the hidden potential of a space or the subtle market forces shaping a neighborhood. Rima has successfully represented buyers and sellers for over three decades, building a business that is entirely referral-based.

Rima credits her early days as a “newcomer” to Washington, DC for sparking the curiosity and drive that made her study every neighborhood, street, and community in depth. Years of research and exploration evolved into an unparalleled knowledge of the DMV, now applied to every client interaction. She is widely respected for her exceptional negotiating skills, strategic problem-solving, and grace under pressure, guiding clients smoothly through transitions that can often be emotional or complex.

Rima is deeply trusted within the international and diplomatic communities. Her multilingual fluency in English, French, and Arabic, helping newcomers feel at home as they settle into new communities. She is exceptionally skilled at navigating the unique needs of global clientele; understanding cultural nuance, respecting protocol, and guiding clients with care and discretion. One of her specialties is representing embassies and sovereign nations in the buying or selling of diplomatic properties, a process that requires detailed coordination with the U.S. State Department and mastery of complex, delicate communication. Her sophistication, integrity, and discretion have earned her a stellar reputation in this highly specialized field.

Whether assisting first-time buyers or representing luxury estates, Rima delivers concierge-level service with the same dedication and integrity. She combines decades-proven strategies with modern trends to create a multi-generational approach that resonates across audiences. Her accolades include recognition as ranking among the top 1% of sales associates nationwide and consecutively honored as a Top Platinum Producer by Washingtonian Magazine.