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Desmond Lawrence

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
desmond.lawrence@compass.com
M: 516-404-9699

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Specialties

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Property Management, Vacation / Short-term Rentals
About Desmond

Desmond Lawrence is a New York City real estate professional with nine years of experience helping people find not just a place to live, but a place to truly call home. 

Desmond is known for his thoughtful, personalized approach. He takes the time to listen, learn what matters most, and guide each client with clear communication and honest advice. His education at the School of Visual Arts gives him a creative edge in how he markets and presents properties, helping homes stand out in a competitive New York City market.

Desmond works with first-time buyers, longtime homeowners, and investors alike, offering steady guidance from the first showing to the final signature and beyond. He believes real estate is about relationships, not just transactions, and takes pride in building long-term connections with the people he serves.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply exploring your next move, Desmond is dedicated to making the experience feel informed, smooth, and genuinely enjoyable.

Desmond Lawrence’s Listings

$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
$8,950,000 | 422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB | Lenox Hill
1/31
Listed By Compass

$8,950,000

6
Bedrooms
6,050
Square Feet

422 East 72nd Street, Unit 40B/41AB

Lenox Hill

a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture a window and a potted plant
an empty room with wooden floor and windows
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink and a stove
a view of a balcony with furniture and a window
a view of a dining room with a table and chairs
a spacious bathroom with a double vanity sink and a mirror
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink toilet and mirror
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a toilet and shower
a bathroom with a toilet sink and mirror
a view of a storage and utility room with washer and dryer
a view of a building with gym equipment
a view of a building with sitting area
a view of a building on a street
a sign that is on the side of a building
a view of street with sitting area
a picture of a bathroom with a sink
a picture of a floor plan
1/21
Listed By Compass

$2,600,000

4
Bedrooms
2,100
Square Feet

208 East Broadway, Unit J405/J406

Lower East Side

a living room with furniture and a chandelier
a bedroom with a bed a mirror and dresser
a view of a window
a bedroom with furniture and a window
a kitchen that has a sink and a stove
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a toilet and mirror
a large building with a lot of windows
a view of a brick building with many windows
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and a hallway
front view of a house with a street
a view of outdoor space with patio
a view of street along with building and cars parked on road
a front view of a house with outdoor seating
a view of a city with tall buildings
a close view of a stove
a picture of a counter top space with stainless steel appliances
a picture of a book and a bed
$925,000 | 210 East 17th Street, Unit 5C | Gramercy
1/18
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$925,000

2
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

210 East 17th Street, Unit 5C

Gramercy

$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
$599,000 | 473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401 | Lower East Side
1/11
Listed By Compass

$599,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

473 FDR Drive, Unit K1401

Lower East Side

a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and wooden floor
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a sink and a refrigerator
a bathroom with a sink and mirror
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a view of a livingroom with furniture and fireplace
a view of a patio with couches table and chairs and potted plants
a car parked in front of a building
$528,000 | 240 East 24th Street, Unit 4G | Kips Bay
1/9
Listed By Compass

$528,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

240 East 24th Street, Unit 4G

Kips Bay

$525,000 | 240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U | Lenox Hill
$525,000 | 240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U | Lenox Hill
$525,000 | 240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U | Lenox Hill
$525,000 | 240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U | Lenox Hill
$525,000 | 240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U | Lenox Hill
$525,000 | 240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U | Lenox Hill
1/6
Listed By Compass

$525,000

Studio
Bedrooms
500
Square Feet

240 East 76th Street, Unit 4U

Lenox Hill

Desmond Lawrence’s Transactions

Past Sales
a balcony with outdoor seating

$2,040,000

3
Bedrooms

417 Grand Street, Unit D1801

Lower East Side

$810,000 | 135 Greenway Road, Lido Beach, NY 11561

$810,000

5
Bedrooms
2,700
Square Feet
0.23
Acres

135 Greenway Road, Lido Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc Inc of E Nor, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Daniel Gale Assoc Inc of E Nor, Desmond Lawrence

$710,000 | 106 Morris Avenue, Unit 4, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

$710,000

4
Bedrooms

106 Morris Avenue, Unit 4, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Desmond Lawrence; Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR

a front view of a building with a porch

$690,000

2
Bedrooms

522 Shore Road, Unit 2PP, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Long Beach NY, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Engel & Volkers Long Beach NY, Desmond Lawrence

$685,000 | 18 Barnes Street, Long Beach, NY 11561

$685,000

4
Bedrooms
2,100
Square Feet
0.05
Acres

18 Barnes Street, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Long Beach NY, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Engel & Volkers Long Beach NY, Desmond Lawrence

$586,000 | 134 Harding Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561

$586,000

4
Bedrooms
0.13
Acres

134 Harding Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Desmond Lawrence

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2
Bedrooms

East Fulton Street, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers Long Beach NY, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Engel & Volkers Long Beach NY, Desmond Lawrence

Past Rentals
$6,750 | 13-33 Jackson Avenue, Unit 9B | Long Island City

$6,750

2
Bedrooms
930
Square Feet

13-33 Jackson Avenue, Unit 9B

Long Island City

$3,500 | 17 Barnes Street, Long Beach, NY 11561

$3,500

3
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet

17 Barnes Street, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc Inc of E Nor, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Daniel Gale Assoc Inc of E Nor, Desmond Lawrence

a front view of a house with a yard

$3,200

3
Bedrooms

124 West Hudson Street, Unit 2, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Desmond Lawrence

front view of a house

$3,000

3
Bedrooms

165 West Fulton Street, Unit 2, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc Inc of E Nor, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Daniel Gale Assoc Inc of E Nor, Desmond Lawrence

a glass door of a house with a yard

$2,750

2
Bedrooms

666 Shore Road, Unit 3A, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of All Star Real Estate Brokers, Camellia Giardina CBR; All Star Real Estate Brokers, Juan Jara CBR

a kitchen with a sink a window and cabinets

$2,250

1
Bedrooms

511 Franklin Boulevard, Unit UPPR, Long Beach, NY 11561

Listing Courtesy of Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Leah E. Rosensweig Tozer CBR; Daniel Gale Assoc of E Norwich, Desmond Lawrence