Who is Johannes van Leenen
Real Estate Development Visionary
Johannes van Leenen is a real estate development visionary with a portfolio approaching $1 billion in large-scale projects across Western Canada. He founded Fifth Avenue Properties with a long-term mindset and a commitment to building legacy-driven communities. Starting out in Edmonton at just 19, Johannes became the city’s top new home sales professional by age 21. Today, he leads transformational developments — including a single Calgary project valued at over $350 million — with discipline, clarity, and a vision for shaping cities that last.
Entrepreneur and CEO
With a net worth exceeding $30 million, Johannes has built his career through clear frameworks, relentless execution, and a deep understanding of risk and reward. As CEO of Fifth Avenue Properties and Fifth Avenue Homes, he brings together vision, leadership, and financial clarity to deliver results at scale. His journey reflects what’s possible when discipline meets opportunity — and he’s passionate about sharing that knowledge with others through content, mentorship, and conversation.
Family Man First
Above all, Johannes is a proud father and deeply values his role within his family. Despite the demands of leading multimillion-dollar projects, he protects time for what matters most — whether it’s moving his daughter into her new home at university or coaching youth football on the weekends. For Johannes, success isn’t just about what you build in the world — it’s about who you show up for when it matters. and more. Our team of experts has the knowledge and experience to help you achieve your goals.