Dominique Lavoie, Real Estate Agent

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Specialties

Certified Negotiation Expert®

French

Spanish

German

Russian

Italian

Education

2020-2021 Realtor Rookie of the Year

New School for Social Research (NYC) - Ph.D., Philosophy (ABD)

University of Montreal - M.A., Philosophy

University of Montreal - B.M., Philosophy

Client Testimonials

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★★★★★
"I cannot recommend Dominque enough to anyone looking for an apartment in NYC. We were making a cross-country move and had very specific requirements we needed for our next apartment, had to stick to stringent deadlines and do so from a distance. From the very first phone conversation we had with Dominique, he was polite, prompt, efficient, and thorough. He explained to us the ins and outs of the rental process without overburdening us with information. That same day, he sent us videos of off-market listings that were all closer to what we were looking for than anything we’d been able to find online up to that point. Since we could not visit the apartments in person, Dominique took the time to schedule apartment tours with us via FaceTime. For those we couldn’t attend, he sent us detailed videos. A day after our first conversation with Dominque, we found our dream apartment. Two days after that we signed a lease. Thank you Dominique!" - Moncef B.

★★★★★
"Dominique is a great real estate agent. He was extremely helpful in my apartment search in New York City. Thanks to him, I found a place that I truly love, for a great price. I highly recommend using his services." - Pedro R.

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"Working with Dominique was a truly fantastic experience. I was relocating to NYC from out of state. I reached out to several agents to assist me in finding an apt. All the responses I received were via text. Those texts were rather short and robotic. Dominique, however, reached out in a very warm text and then followed up with a call. He inventoried my likes, dislikes, and budget. We decided on a date and time to meet and from there we found my DREAM apt. We had approx. 8-10 appts that day and walked over 5 miles. Dominique was attentive and had lined up appts based on my interests. He kept meticulous notes on each apartment. By the end of the day, I was clear on the apt I wanted. He immediately sprung into action securing the apt for me by working with the building management and advocating for my interest. He is an avid professional and offered to go back and take measurements for me once the lease was approved. He kept in touch to ensure everything went smoothly. Working with Dominique was phenomenal. He has a warm approach along with incredible knowledge of the market.. I relocated a week ago. I LOVE my apartment. The view is fantastic. I’m convinced It would not have happened without Dominique by my side." - Michelle H.

★★★★★
"Dominique was a great realtor and helped us find the PERFECT apartment. From the beginning, he clarified exactly what we were looking for, and showed us apartments that we loved. He helped us through the detailed process of applying/getting all of the right forms and was persistent with getting us the right apartment. We can't wait to move in and to work with him during our next search!" - Madeleine M.

★★★★★
"We are so appreciative of Dominique and everything that he did for us! He was always there when we had any questions or concerns and was always willing to communicate between us and any of the buildings that we were interested in. With his help we were able to find our dream apartment and grasp a rare opportunity which wouldn't have been possible without Dominique's help. He is a very thoughtful and dedicated person who went above and beyond to help us through this stressful process." - LARA

★★★★★
"Dominique was helpful, efficient, and professional throughout our apartment search. His responsiveness ensured that all of our questions were answered quickly. Thanks to Dominique my roommates and I signed our dream lease this weekend! I would 100% recommend working with him." - SOPHIA

★★★★★
"Dominique is absolutely amazing! He is extremely kind & patient and was 100% dedicated to finding the best place for me and my roommates. He advocated for us and was extremely receptive & understanding of all of our wants and needs. He was very responsive and helped us significantly with the application process. We feel so lucky to have had Dominique's help and for his unwavering commitment to getting us our amazing apartment!" - ZOE

★★★★★
"Dominique is thoughtful, kind, and patient. He listened to my needs and catered to my particular preferences. I really appreciate how he took the time to handle my search with commitment and care. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a new home in NYC!" - STEPHANIE

★★★★★
"Dominique was absolutely wonderful. He made the entire process so clear & easy and was very kind & responsive. I truly felt like he listened to what I wanted and did his best to accommodate. He was even no fee! Will definitely use him again in the future." - CLAIRE

About Dominique

Dominique Lavoie is a Manhattan private real estate advisor known for his thoughtful guidance, analytical approach, and long-term client relationships. A native French speaker from Montreal, he moved to New York City in 2004 to pursue graduate studies in philosophy at The New School for Social Research, an experience that informs the clarity of judgment he brings to real estate.

Dominique views brokerage as an advisory profession. Clients rely on him not only to execute transactions but also to interpret a complex and often opaque market. He provides clear, data-driven analysis, candid counsel, and steady advocacy for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. His ability to understand both the financial and human dimensions of a transaction allows clients to make confident decisions in high-stakes situations.

He specializes in Manhattan’s prime neighborhoods, with particular expertise in Lenox Hill, Central Park South, and Lincoln Square. Dominique advises on cooperative, condominium, and townhouse sales and regularly assists international clients relocating to New York. His discretion, responsiveness, and calm negotiation style are especially valued in competitive and sensitive transactions.

Before entering real estate, Dominique worked in sales, hospitality, and education within the New York City public school system. Those experiences refined his communication skills and his sensitivity to individual priorities. He is known for explaining intricate procedures—from board packages to closing structures—with precision and transparency, ensuring clients remain fully informed at every stage.

Dominique holds B.A. and M.A. degrees in philosophy from the Université de Montréal and completed doctoral studies at The New School. He also studied visual arts, classical music, and musicology and speaks French, Spanish, Italian, German, and Russian. Having lived in New York for over two decades, he offers both local insight and an international perspective to clients navigating one of the world’s most competitive property markets.

Outside of real estate, he is an avid cyclist and a devoted cinephile.