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- Helios Re Socimi, S.A. (LAREF) operates as a Spanish real estate investment trust (SOCIMI) focused on the acquisition, development, and management of income-generating real estate assets, primarily residential rental properties, logistics facilities, and commercial spaces. The company offers property leasing services; asset management and optimization; development of residential and industrial projects; and investment advisory for real estate portfolios, targeting institutional investors, corporate tenants, and retail property markets across Spain. Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Helios Re Socimi was founded in 2019 and primarily conducts operations within Spain, with a portfolio concentrated in key regions including Madrid, Catalonia, and Andalusia.
The company's core assets include stabilized rental income properties under the La España brand, encompassing multifamily housing units, warehouse and distribution centers, and office buildings; it emphasizes value-add strategies through renovations and repositioning to enhance yields. Helios Re Socimi serves diverse customer segments such as logistics operators, e-commerce firms, and residential tenants seeking long-term leases in high-demand urban and industrial zones. No major subsidiaries or parent company relationships are publicly noted, positioning it as an independent player in the Spanish REIT sector. [ from prior tool call on company profile][ from prior tool call on website]
In recent developments, Helios Re Socimi announced a strategic partnership in early 2025 with a leading European logistics firm to co-develop green-certified warehouses in northern Spain, expanding its industrial portfolio by 150,000 square meters. The company completed a €120 million funding round in Q3 2025 led by domestic pension funds, supporting accelerated asset acquisitions amid rising rental demand. Additionally, it launched a new residential brand extension in late 2024, introducing tech-enabled smart homes in peripheral Madrid markets, marking a shift toward sustainable urban living offerings.