Top Rated Real Estate Agents in New York, NY (2026)
Choosing the right real estate agent in New York, NY can be overwhelming. With 4590 real estate agents operating across the New York metro area, how do you separate the truly exceptional from the merely adequate? At The Realtor Rankings, we analyze publicly available data to rank every real estate agent on a transparent, editorial basis -- no paid placements, no sponsored rankings.
This 2026 ranking evaluates real estate agents in New York, New York using aggregate customer ratings across Google and verified review platforms. We reviewed 4590 active businesses in the New York market and selected the top 15 for this list.
By the numbers: Guide Score percentages on this list range from 81% to 94%, 7 of 15 hold professional certifications, the average firm has 34 years of experience. Updated May 2026.
Each entry below includes the business's Guide Score, star rating, review count, and a data-driven explanation of why they earned their spot. Click through to any profile for the full breakdown including contact information, specialties, credentials, and related businesses in New York.
The Top 15 Real Estate Agents in New York, NY
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Selected for Licensed certified; team of 4 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Eklund | Gomes Real Estate Team offers real estate services throughout New York, NY and the surrounding region. Their services include luxury homes. The team holds professional credentials including…
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#2 Smith Hanten 92%
Selected for 45 years of experience (est. 1981); specializes in luxury homes.
Smith Hanten brings professional real estate expertise to the New York, NY community. Discover how a diverse range of organizations, from small businesses and nimble startups to globally recognized F…
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#3 Bellmarc Realty Group 89%
Selected for 47 years of experience (est. 1979); Licensed certified; team of 2 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Search Brooklyn & NYC homes for sale with Bellmarc Realty Group — NYC's most trusted broker since 1979. Expert agents, live MLS listings. Call 718-768-4500.
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Selected for Licensed certified; team of 5 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Columbia Vitolo Team at Compass is a real estate agent firm led by Meet the, serving New York, NY. Professional credentials include Licensed. With a team of 5, they deliver hands-on, personalized ser…
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#5 Keller Williams Realty 89%
Selected for specializes in luxury homes.
Servicing the Brooklyn, Staten Island, NYC & Queens Areas! Let us show you how we sell homes quickly with our proven marketing strategies! 718-954-8400
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Selected for 14 years of experience (est. 2012); Licensed, Realtor certified; team of 10 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
For over 14 years, Next Step Realty West Village has been a trusted name in real estate in New York, NY. Their services include luxury homes. The team holds professional credentials including license…
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#7 Crifasi Real Estate 86%
Selected for 52 years of experience (est. 1974); team of 4 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Crifasi has been selling real estate in Queens and Brooklyn for over 38 years. Our three offices in Middle Village New York, Ridgewood NY and Williamsburg has over 25 full time agents. Call one of ou…
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#8 Sovereign Associates 86%
Selected for team of 7 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Sovereign Associates is a leading real estate agent in New York, NY. Their services include luxury homes. Reach them at +1-646-559-9001 or email info@srealty.nyc. Visit their website to learn more ab…
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#9 The O'Connel Organization 86%
Selected for specializes in luxury homes.
The O'Connel Organization serves New York and surrounding NY communities with professional real estate services tailored to each client's needs. As the original pioneers for the preservation and rede…
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#10 Douglas Elliman Real Estate 86%
Selected for Licensed certified; team of 4 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Douglas Elliman Real Estate brings professional real estate expertise to the New York, NY community. Their services include luxury homes. The team holds professional credentials including licensed. R…
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#11 Severino Real Estate 86%
Selected for team of 6 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Severino Real Estate | 18 followers on LinkedIn. Severino Real Estate is a real estate company based out of 1030 Washington St, Hoboken, New Jersey, United States.
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#12 Garfield Realty 83%
Selected for team of 2 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Garfield Realty is a real estate agent serving New York, NY. With a team of 2, they deliver hands-on, personalized service. Their specialties include luxury homes.
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#13 Brennan Real Estate 83%
Selected for specializes in luxury homes.
Brennan Real Estate serves New York and surrounding NY communities with professional real estate services tailored to each client's needs. Marketing Sales helps secure properties suited to a clients…
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#14 Foxworth Realty 81%
Selected for Licensed, Realtor certified; team of 7 professionals; specializes in luxury homes.
Foxworth Realty is a real estate agent firm led by Eugenia C. Foxworth, serving New York, NY. Professional credentials include Licensed, Realtor. With a team of 7, they deliver hands-on, personalized…
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#15 Studio D 81%
Selected for 11 years of experience (est. 2015); Fearless, CPA certified; team of 3 professionals.
Studio D delivers personalized real estate solutions to clients throughout New York, NY. Reach them at +16467660800 or email hello.ny@studiodhome.com. Visit their website to learn more about their wo…
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How We Ranked These Real Estate Agents
This list ranks real estate agents by their aggregate customer rating (Google and verified review platforms). Ties are broken by Guide Score. Only businesses with at least one verified review are eligible.
Data sources include Google Business Profile, professional registries, portfolio sites, press databases, and direct business submissions. Every piece of data is publicly verifiable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did we rank the best real estate agents in New York?
The Realtor Rankings ranks real estate agents using our Guide Score percentage, a composite metric computed from publicly available data. The score uses weighted evidence from ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, credentials, press recognition, and experience, then normalizes across categories where positive evidence was captured. Categories with no captured signal are not counted as failing grades. There is no paid placement -- every ranking is purely editorial.
Who is the #1 real estate agent in New York, NY?
As of 2026, Eklund | Gomes Real Estate Team holds the #1 ranking in New York with a Guide Score of 94%. Rankings are recalculated with every data update and reflect the latest available information.
How often is this list updated?
Core data (ratings, reviews, contact information) is re-verified on a rolling monthly cadence. Credentials and awards are audited quarterly. Guide Scores recalculate automatically with every data update, so rankings may shift as new reviews are posted or credentials are verified.
How many real estate agents are there in New York?
Our database currently tracks 4590 active real estate agents in the New York, NY metro area. This list highlights the top 15 based on Guide Score. Browse our full New York directory to see every listed business.
Can a real estate agent pay to be ranked higher?
No. The Realtor Rankings does not accept payment for rankings. Guide Scores are computed algorithmically from verified public data. Businesses can claim and update their profile with accurate information, but the ranking algorithm treats all profiles equally. Our editorial independence is core to our methodology.
What should I look for when hiring a real estate agent in New York?
We recommend evaluating: (1) professional certifications and credentials, (2) verified customer reviews and ratings, (3) years of experience in the New York market, (4) portfolio quality and range of work, (5) budget alignment with your project scope, and (6) responsiveness and communication style. Our Guide Score weighs these factors so you can compare at a glance.