DIANE WATKINS – Property Consult (DWPC) has achieved a significant milestone by joining the prestigious Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® and Luxury Portfolio International® network in August 2025. The family-run boutique agency now operates among an elite global organisation of over 550 firms across 70+ countries with 138,000 professionals worldwide.
Founded in Tamarin by a mother-daughter duo, Diane Watkins and Sophie Lamusse, DWPC has transformed from a two-person operation into a thriving agency with 15 dedicated professionals in just six years. Their vision of offering truly tailored realty services while cultivating a nurturing environment for team members has proven remarkably successful.
The 2024-25 financial year show a 200% sales growth since 2023. This exceptional performance reflects the agency's commitment to quality service and attention to detail that shapes every client interaction. The growth extends beyond financial metrics, with the team expanding gradually to include experienced professionals operating from two independent branches in key regions across Mauritius.
The newly renovated flagship office on the West Coast stands strategically located at The Corner House, Royal Road, in Tamarin. From this prime location, DWPC's services reach from the sought-after coastal towns of Black River and Tamarin, to the developing areas of Flic en Flac and Cascavelle. The Centre and South branch covers established areas including Curepipe, Floreal and Moka, while extending into burgeoning regions in the South and East of the island. To ensure comprehensive island-wide coverage, the agency collaborates with a trusted partner agency located in the heart of Grand Baie for the Northern properties.
International Reach, Local Expertise
The invitation into the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® network, founded in 1963 and headquartered in Chicago, significantly enhances DWPC's international reach. This prestigious affiliation connects clients with a network producing over 1.2 million real estate transactions annually through 4,800+ offices globally.
Through Luxury Portfolio International®, established in 2005 as the luxury marketing division, DWPC gains access to 200+ elite affiliates specializing in luxury real estate. The platform's LuxuryRealEstate.com receives 6.3 million visits monthly and offers translation into nine languages with 22 currency conversions, featuring more million-plus properties than any other luxury real estate organisation.
Despite their international connections, DWPC maintains strong local roots. The agency demonstrates deep commitment to community well-being, consistently distributing a portion of commissions to various NGOs and promising individuals across Mauritius, Madagascar, and Zimbabwe through the MWA (Men and Women of Africa) initiative. These contributions support crucial missions including Education, Medical Aid, Art, Women in Development, Animal Welfare and Housing.
DWPC continues to provide tailored guidance for renting, selling, and purchasing residential and commercial property across Mauritius. Their services blend efficient administration with consistent communication, ensuring smooth client journeys from offer to keys.