Originally from Broadway, Virginia, Isabella Galati moved to New York City to pursue her passion for real estate. Today, she is a Licensed Real Estate Agent at Compass and a member of The Semino Team, representing buyers, sellers, and renters throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn.
A graduate of Fordham University with a bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Isabella has a strong foundation in real estate finance, investment analysis, development, valuation, and negotiation. While pursuing her degree, she gained hands-on industry experience in property management at Brownstone Property Group and advanced from intern to Licensed Real Estate Agent. This combination of education and practical experience allows her to approach real estate from both a financial and lifestyle perspective.
Isabella especially enjoys working with first-time buyers, young professionals relocating to NYC, and clients exploring investment opportunities. From navigating co-op requirements and comparing neighborhoods to evaluating long-term property value, she is committed to helping clients make informed, confident decisions. She also leverages social media, creative marketing strategies, and her knowledge of the NYC market to bring a fresh, proactive approach to every transaction.
As part of The Semino Team at Compass, Isabella works alongside a team with over 20 years of experience and more than $400 million in residential sales throughout New York City. Known for her responsiveness, attention to detail, and personable approach, she strives to make every real estate experience seamless, strategic, and enjoyable.
Outside of real estate, Isabella has a passion for interior design, animals, and fitness. She loves exploring NYC's neighborhoods, discovering new restaurants, spending time outdoors, and biking along the West Side Highway. Her genuine love for the city carries into her work, helping clients discover not just an apartment, but a place to call home.
What Our Clients Say
"When we started looking for an apartment in NYC, we thought we’d just go on StreetEasy and find something quickly. That’s not how it went. We were living in Florida at the time, and after flying up to see a few places, we realized how tough it is to find a rental in NYC, especially when you don’t live in NYC. We needed someone in the city to help, and that’s how we found Isabella at Compass. We met with her and liked her right away. She has a great personality, and we decided pretty quickly to go with her. She sent us listings and updates every day. Since we were still in Florida, she’d FaceTime us and walk us through each apartment on the tours we booked. We booked a lot of tours, and she never complained. In the end, we found an apartment and rented it. Isabella was a big help, and we’d recommend her to anyone. If you’re moving here from out of state as we did, she’s who we’d call." Gavin H and Pedro A
"I couldn’t have gone through the co-op buying process without the incredible guidance and support of Linette Semino and Isabella Galati. From start to finish, they were knowledgeable, responsive, and always had my best interests in mind. Their professionalism and expertise made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel seamless. I’m truly grateful for their help and will be highly recommending both of them, and their respective firms, to friends and colleagues." Caitlin E.
"I worked with Linette Semino and Isabella Galati during the height of NYC’s competitive apartment market. As a first-time buyer, I had no idea what I was doing, but they reassured me every step of the way that I would find a home I truly loved. They were professional, responsive, and always on top of their game. I highly recommend the Semino Team to anyone navigating the NYC real estate market." Mary Lucy R.
"I absolutely enjoyed working with Isabella over the past couple of months! I've never searched for an apartment before, nor have I ever lived in NYC, and I just graduated college on top of all that. She made the process so much easier for me and handled much of the complexity involved in searching for a home in NYC! She responded quickly, answered my hundreds of questions, toured virtually, spoke with other realtors about my situation, and did much more, which made my life much easier." Pranav B.
"I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Linette Semino for over a decade, and during that time she has been an incredible resource for me, as well as for my family and friends, guiding us through renting, buying, and selling in the highly competitive NYC market. Most recently, I worked with both Linette and Isabella Galati as a first-time condominium buyer in New York City. I came into the process feeling nervous, but I truly couldn’t have done it without their steady guidance and deep professional expertise. They always had my best interests at heart and made sure I felt supported every step of the way. What stood out most was how genuinely invested they were in helping me find the right home—not just any home. Thanks to them, I found one that’s a perfect fit. I wholeheartedly recommend the Semino Team!" Rujna S.
"Linette Semino and Bella Galati from Compass are exceptional realtors! We were looking to lease a studio apartment for our daughter within a safe area, reasonable commute to FIT, and within a budget. An added challenge was that we are Canadian and needed much more specialized guidance to meet leasing requirements." Noreen B.
