Caroline Gruchawka

Caroline Gruchawka

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Education

Arizona State University, Bachelor’s degree
About Caroline
Real estate is about more than buying and selling a property—it's about understanding each client's goals and creating a thoughtful strategy to help them achieve them. My career has given me a unique perspective on every stage of the real estate process. Before becoming a licensed real estate salesperson, I built my experience in luxury home staging, marketing, and operations, developing a deep appreciation for how presentation, preparation, and attention to detail can influence a property's success. Today, I bring that same strategic approach to every client I represent.

As a Real Estate Salesperson with Compass, I work with buyers and sellers throughout New York City, guiding them through each step of the process with clear communication, market knowledge, and a personalized approach. Whether preparing a home for market, developing a marketing strategy, negotiating on behalf of a client, or helping buyers navigate a competitive market, my goal is to make every transaction as seamless and successful as possible.

Known for being highly organized, responsive, and detail-oriented, I believe exceptional service comes from anticipating clients' needs, communicating proactively, and never overlooking the small details that make a meaningful difference.

I am passionate about helping my clients make informed decisions with confidence and look forward to building lasting relationships long after the transaction is complete.


Client Testimonials

★★★★★ 5 Star Review
" Caroline was so wonderful to work with. Attentive, responsive, patient and understanding to all my concerns and needs. A breath of fresh air after weeks of apartment hunting.. " - Kayla, Condo Renter

★★★★★ 5 Star Review
"Caroline is a pleasure to work with. She listened to our needs and found plenty of listings to view, many that we would not have thought of to view ourselves. She communicated proactively with the sellers' agents and did everything else so that we could focus just on finding the place we wanted. I can say, we would not have been able to complete the co-op application process without her!" - Shashi and Paul, Coop Buyer

★★★★★ 5 Star Review
" Caroline was very helpful, was very responsive, and was very easy to communicate with. I worked with her both on renting my condo and also when I looked to buy another condo, which I ended up not buying. " - Tamar, Condo Seller/Buyer/Landlord

★★★★★ 5 Star Review
" So happy with my new home in Brooklyn Heights! I began my apartment search with a list of what I thought I wanted, and Caroline helped me refine that list into clear wants, needs, and must-haves that gave real focus to the process. Her attention to the details that mattered most to me made the search both efficient and productive. She consistently guided me toward apartments that were strong matches, and before long, I found one I truly love. It had been years since I had gone through a New York co-op purchase, and I wasn’t fully comfortable with everything the process would require. Caroline’s knowledge of the co-op buying process—especially navigating the application requirements—was invaluable. She made what initially felt complex seem manageable, which eased any anxiety I had. Her skill during the offer and negotiation process was exceptional and ultimately resulted in a smooth, stress-free purchase. I’m so happy I chose Caroline—and Compass—for my apartment search!" - Mary Willoughby, Coop Buyer


Caroline Gruchawka’s Listings

$7,995,000 | 347 Wythe Avenue | Williamsburg
1/27
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$7,995,000

4
Bedrooms
4,750
Square Feet
0.11
Acres
$6,000,000 | 96 Franklin Street | Greenpoint
1/27
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$6,000,000

5
Bedrooms
4,346
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
a kitchen with a sink stove and cabinets
1/14
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$5,500,000

3
Bedrooms
2,605
Square Feet
a view of a swimming pool from a terrace
1/17
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$3,995,000

3
Bedrooms
1,738
Square Feet
$3,350,000 | 686 Leonard Street, Unit 1 | Greenpoint
1/19
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$3,350,000

4
Bedrooms
2,141
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a large window
1/16
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$3,350,000

3
Bedrooms
1,813
Square Feet
$3,350,000 | 185 Skillman Avenue, Unit GARDEN | Williamsburg
1/16
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/15 01:30PM - 02:30PM

$3,350,000

3
Bedrooms
2,340
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and floor to ceiling windows
1/10
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$2,995,000

3
Bedrooms
1,565
Square Feet
a view of a living room and dining room
1/20
Listed By Compass

$2,995,000

3
Bedrooms
2,178
Square Feet
$2,800,000 | 256 East 4th Street, Unit 5 | East Village
1/10
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$2,800,000

3
Bedrooms
1,463
Square Feet
$2,745,000 | 686 Leonard Street, Unit 2 | Greenpoint
1/13
Listed By CompassNew Construction

$2,745,000

3
Bedrooms
1,556
Square Feet
$2,395,000 | 113 Ryerson Street | Clinton Hill
1/17
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/11 04:30PM - 05:30PM

$2,395,000

4
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
17' x 100'
lot size
$1,975,000 | 185 Skillman Avenue, Unit 3L | Williamsburg
1/12
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/15 01:30PM - 02:30PM

$1,975,000

2
Bedrooms
1,120
Square Feet
$1,795,000 | 185 Skillman Avenue, Unit 2R | Williamsburg
1/12
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/15 01:30PM - 02:30PM

$1,795,000

2
Bedrooms
990
Square Feet
a living room with furniture large window and wooden floor
1/24
Listed By Compass

$1,775,000

2
Bedrooms
1,411
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a large window
1/7
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,295,000

1
Bedrooms
727
Square Feet
$1,225,000 | 256 East 4th Street, Unit 4 | East Village
1/7
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,225,000

1
Bedrooms
673
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a large window
1/8
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,195,000

1
Bedrooms
673
Square Feet
$795,000 | 201 East 25th Street, Unit 12E | Kips Bay
1/10
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$795,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

Caroline Gruchawka’s Transactions

Past Sales
a living room with furniture and a fireplace

$5,716,200

3
Bedrooms
3,800
Square Feet
20' x 72'
lot size
a view of a terrace with furniture and stove

$5,665,163

4
Bedrooms
2,986
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a fireplace

$5,500,000

4
Bedrooms
3,650
Square Feet
25' x 100'
lot size
a view of a living room and dining room

$4,830,000

4
Bedrooms
3,460
Square Feet
$3,650,000 | 115 Milton Street | Greenpoint

$3,650,000

4
Bedrooms
3,720
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$3,500,000 | 78 Meserole Avenue, Unit PH | Greenpoint

$3,500,000

3
Bedrooms
1,942
Square Feet
$3,485,794 | 126 South 2nd Street, Unit GARDEN | Williamsburg

$3,485,794

3
Bedrooms
2,267
Square Feet
$3,450,000 | 126 S 2nd St, Unit GARDEN

$3,450,000

3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms

126 S 2nd St, Unit GARDEN

$3,350,000 | 18 Orient Avenue | East Williamsburg

$3,350,000

5
Bedrooms
2,800
Square Feet
50' x 71'
lot size
$3,100,000 | 78 Meserole Avenue, Unit 2 | Greenpoint

$3,100,000

3
Bedrooms
1,643
Square Feet
$3,100,000 | 126 South 2nd Street, Unit PH | Williamsburg

$3,100,000

3
Bedrooms
1,698
Square Feet
$3,049,659 | 126 South 2nd Street, Unit 2 | Williamsburg

$3,049,659

3
Bedrooms
1,850
Square Feet
a room with furniture and a book shelf

$2,845,000

5
Bedrooms
3,100
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$2,775,094 | 84 Meserole Avenue, Unit 2 | Greenpoint

$2,775,094

3
Bedrooms
1,657
Square Feet
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor

$2,775,000

2
Bedrooms
1,555
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a table

$2,700,000

3
Bedrooms
2,592
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$2,507,125 | 731 Putnam Avenue | Bedford-Stuyvesant

$2,507,125

6
Bedrooms
4,750
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$2,400,000 | 13 Russell Street | Greenpoint

$2,400,000

5
Bedrooms
4,158
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
Past Rentals
$16,000 | 131 Noble Street | Greenpoint

$16,000

4
Bedrooms
2,386
Square Feet
19' x 100'
lot size
a living room with fireplace furniture and a fireplace

$15,000

4
Bedrooms
2,350
Square Feet
$13,250 | 390 West End Ave, Unit 11F | Upper West Side

$13,250

3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms

390 West End Ave, Unit 11F

Upper West Side

$13,000 | 390 West End Avenue, Unit ELEVENF | Upper West Side

$13,000

3
Bedrooms
2,410
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a mirror

$10,500

3
Bedrooms
13' x 75'
lot size
a living room with fireplace furniture and a flat screen tv

$10,500

3
Bedrooms
25' x 100'
lot size
$10,500 | 122 South 1st Street, Unit 1 | Williamsburg

$10,500

2
Bedrooms
1,909
Square Feet
$10,000 | 122 South 1st Street, Unit ONE | Williamsburg

$10,000

2
Bedrooms
1,909
Square Feet
$9,500 | 993 Lorimer St, Unit 1 | Greenpoint

$9,500

3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms

993 Lorimer St, Unit 1

Greenpoint

$9,500 | 22 North 6th Street, Unit 27D | Williamsburg

$9,500

2
Bedrooms
$9,000 | 60 Broadway, Unit 9J | Williamsburg

$9,000

3
Bedrooms
$8,750 | 993 Lorimer Street, Unit 1 | Greenpoint

$8,750

3
Bedrooms
2,000
Square Feet
$8,500 | 189 Freeman Street | Greenpoint

$8,500

3
Bedrooms
1,900
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
a room with furniture a wooden floor and a flat screen tv

$8,500

3
Bedrooms
1,600
Square Feet
$8,250 | 2 Northside Piers, Unit 25P | Williamsburg

$8,250

2
Bedrooms
1,550
Square Feet
a living room with furniture kitchen view and a large window

$8,000

4
Bedrooms
$8,000 | 22 North 6th Street, Unit 27D | Williamsburg

$8,000

2
Bedrooms