Arjun Baboki Nair, Real Estate Agent

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Awards

Inman: The Future Leaders in Real Estate Award 2026

The Future Leaders in Real Estate Award spotlights emerging leaders who have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a commitment to pushing the envelope in the real estate industry. Inman celebrates the next generation of visionaries who are forging new paths, introducing transformative ideas, and making significant contributions to the evolution of real estate practices.

Real Estate Board of New York: Rookie of the Year 2023

The Residential Brokerage Division created this award in 1998 to recognize new agents excelling in the industry. Criteria for the award include sound moral character, high ethical professional behavior, excellent leadership, meaningful roles in deals, and significant contributions to the firm's success.

Specialties

Education

Advanced Marketing Analytics Certification

Credential ID 5285866

The Wharton School - University of Pennsylvania

Charity

Arjun donates a portion of his earnings to the Ehlers-Danlos Society, a global organization committed to advancing research and education for individuals affected by Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). Having been diagnosed with EDS at a young age, Arjun is deeply passionate about supporting efforts that improve the lives of those facing challenges.

In addition, he proudly supports Reece’s Rainbow, an international nonprofit that advocates for and helps find adoptive families for orphans with Down syndrome and other special needs

About Arjun Baboki

Arjun is an experienced and highly respected luxury real-estate agent with Compass. Specializing in the sale of the city’s premier luxury properties ranging from high-end condominiums, co-ops, and townhouses to resales, new developments, and mixed-use projects, Arjun caters to the needs of the city’s most sophisticated and discerning clientele. With a focus on providing high-quality service with a global scale in mind to an ever-growing domestic and international client base, Arjun consistently delivers the highest return on investment with the lowest possible risk.

Arjun’s journey in real estate began at just 11 years old when he started as a Real Estate Assistant. His early exposure to the industry fueled a lifelong passion that has since evolved into remarkable success. In his first year in business, Arjun had sold over $3.6 million in real estate and was honored with the Rookie of the Year Award by the Real Estate Board of New York. At 22, he founded his own real estate investment firm, acquiring and managing properties nationwide with strong short-term rental potential—further deepening his understanding of market dynamics and wealth-building through real estate.

In 2026, Arjun was recognized nationally as one of the industry’s rising stars after being named a winner of Inman’s Future Leaders in Real Estate Award 2026, an honor recognizing the most promising real estate professionals under 40 shaping the future of the industry through innovation, leadership, and impact.

Committed to making a positive impact beyond his professional achievements, Arjun donates a portion of his earnings to the Ehlers-Danlos Society, a global organization advancing research and education for those affected by Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). He also supports Reece’s Rainbow, an international nonprofit that advocates for and secures adoptive families for orphans with Down syndrome and other special needs.

Whether you’re looking to sell your current property or buy a new one, Arjun can help you find the ideal opportunity. By combining meticulous data analysis, innovative marketing, and effective negotiating strategies, his extensive network and insider knowledge make him a formidable player in the local real estate market, and the best asset you can use to buy or sell at the best price.

Client Testimonials

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"Selling my New York City co-op marked the end of a very meaningful chapter in my life, and I truly couldn’t have asked for a better real estate agent than Arjun Baboki at Compass. From the very beginning, Arjun brought professionalism, honesty, and an incredible depth of knowledge to every step of the process. He was always available to answer my questions, kept me informed, and handled every detail with confidence and care. What could have been a stressful experience felt seamless because I knew I was in such capable hands. This sale wasn’t just about real estate—it represented moving forward after an important period in my life. Arjun understood that and treated the process with both compassion and respect. His dedication, strategic guidance, and unwavering support resulted in a successful sale, and I couldn’t be more grateful. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who is intelligent, hardworking, trustworthy, and genuinely invested in his clients, I wholeheartedly recommend Arjun Baboki at Compass. He exceeded every expectation, and I am so thankful to have had him by my side throughout this journey.." -Tina B.

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"We had a wonderful experience working with Arjun while finding our apartment. From the very first visit, he was extremely professional, approachable, and genuinely helpful. We are truly grateful for his support and would highly recommend Arjun to anyone seeking a reliable, supportive real estate professional." -Mouli C.

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"As a stylist with over 25 years of experience working with high-profile clients, artists, and professionals, I specialize in wardrobe building and interior styling using my clients' existing collections. Recently, I was tasked with managing a major move and staging a client's luxury loft for sale. The moment I met Arjun, I knew the property would sell. His sharp eye and deep market knowledge are incredibly powerful. Arjun’s enthusiasm, impeccable manners, and absolute professionalism made working with him a true pleasure. Together with a stellar contractor, our team operated in perfect harmony. Arjun balances a highly professional execution with a deeply personal touch, treating his work with the utmost care. His strong communication skills and natural charm instantly instill confidence in everyone he meets. He guides both sellers and buyers with exquisite, genuine care. It is with great pride that I recommend Arjun with all my heart and professional experience." -Monica A.

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"Best experience ever getting a new apartment thanks to Arjun. He was so responsive and helpful from the very first second. I was eager and he met me late at night to see my dream apartment because I couldn’t go any other time. Then he walked me through every step of the application process and was the perfect liaison between the building, the owner and me. Cannot say enough good things. You would be lucky to have him help you with all of your real estate needs." -Allison Y.

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"Arjun is by far the best real estate agent in the market. His positive attitude, attention to detail, and hard work is extraordinary. I would not think twice before having him as my agent. An absolute pleasure to work with." -Benasz H.

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"Arjun was a joy to work with. Knowledgeable, courteous, and fiercely dedicated to the task. I would recommend him without reservation." -Louis N.

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"Professional, responsive, and very helpful." -Daniel Y.

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-Iria A.

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"Arjun is responsive, professional, and was very helpful in facilitating a seamless process. Highly recommend." -Darrick H.

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"Arjun was extremely friendly and helpful to work with. He shared helpful recommendations, provided his feedback on various properties with toured and shared his expertise and insights that helped me make the right decisions about my home purchase. Working with him was a pleasure and I would highly recommend him." -Milan M.

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"If you are looking for a broker with integrity, smarts and who will always have your back up and through closing, Arjun is your guy. Arjun has gone above and beyond the call of duty when it came to selling my property. I couldn't have realized the full value of my property without Arjun's help. Among other things, he specifically took out a full page ad in a major real estate publication in order to sell my property. And get this, that full page ad, he paid for it out of his own pocket and never asked to be reimbursed. Tell me what broker in New York City will do that for you? If you need to sell a property or just want to find out the value of your property or maybe rent it, give him a call and you'll see exactly what I mean. Not only would I use him again, I consider him to this day a close friend." -Michael M

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"We had a great experience working with Arjun. He was extremely responsive, knowledgeable, and supportive at every step. We especially appreciated his clear communication and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure everything stayed on track. Highly recommend!" - Kaushik C.

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"Big pleasure doing deal with you, thanks so much for all your hard work :-) Best wishes with future real estate deals!" -Jac S.

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"Arjun is not only always available for you and efficient in finding units that suit your needs, he was also very kind and great to be around, and showed a genuine interest in helping me in finding a place!" - Francesco I.

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"Arjun is very hard working and always makes sure that his clients get the best service in order to facilitate a smooth transaction!" -Jonathan M.

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"Arjun is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Always very responsive and extremely helpful. The assistance provided was invaluable and greatly appreciated." -AJ Lee R.