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Karen Shenker

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker | Licensed as Karen D. Shenker
karen.shenker@compass.com
M: 917-721-9836

Awards

  • Top 25 Producers - Corcoran
  • #3 in Sales Companywide – 9/2014
  • #1 Rental Broker of the Month - 8/2017 & 12/2014
  • Rated Top 1% out of 47,000 NRT Sales Associates nationwide
  • Multi-Million $ Club Member
  • Certified Member of New York Real Estate Specialist (NYRS)
  • Senior Global Real Estate Advisor
  • Member of REBNY

Specialties

Languages: Italian

Education

Oxford College - South Africa
New York University
Pace University


Client Testimonials

"I'm amazed after all that’s happened, today really came. You did more than anyone to keep this deal on track over many months, through many crises. I'm so impressed with your endless unflagging energy & your ability to find solutions to every problem."
-Ellen H., Buyer

"It is our pleasure to inform you that after dealing with several other brokers, Karen surpassed them in every aspect. She is a very professional & responsible person who is always available. Karen does her best to assure a smooth selling process..."
-Lilian H: Co-Op Board President, Client

"I have spoken with & met many brokers over the years & Ms. Shenker clearly stood out. She was warm, welcoming, professional & informative. She calmly answered all questions from what was to say the least a crowded open house while never losing her poise or focus. In a world where everyone seems to have a problem with others I just thought I would take a moment to say something positive."
-Richard L, Customer

"I was so impressed by Karens professionalism & attentiveness. It is only fitting that Karen be congratulated & rewarded for providing customer service & support well beyond my expectations."
-Seth A., Customer

"We wanted thank you for your unceasing efforts with respect to the our purchase. Needless to say, it wouldn’t have happened without you. We are very grateful for your help and look forward to our next real estate adventure."
-David & Tracey, Buyers

"Karen, your professionalism is remarkable! (we've dealt with some abhorrently bad agents and it's amazing how a little bit of professionalism makes the process so much smoother!)."
-Board of Directors for 330 S. 3rd St, Williamsburg, Client

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Clients

The Kalahari Owners @ 40 W 116th St.
About Karen
Having literally called four continents home, Karen Shenker is a seasoned real estate professional whose sophisticated international perspective is at the core of everything she does. And it is those qualities—coupled with a meticulous attention to detail and tireless work ethic—that have enabled her to succeed in New York’s ultra-competitive residential real estate market since 2003. She also specializes in investment sales & new development and is known in the industry as an HDFC/HDC housing sales expert, specializing in affordable housing since 2006.

Especially adept at knowing which elements are essential to turning a great property into a homeowner’s paradise, Karen doesn’t stop until this potential becomes a reality for her diverse roster of clients, which include New Yorkers as well as national and international buyers and sellers alike.

The proof of Karen's real estate prowess can be found both in the level optimal results she achieves, as well as her accolades. Not only does she bolster a reputation for securing and/or selling the right property for an ever-growing list of satisfied and repeat customers, she is also a consistent recipient of the Multi-Million $$$ Club, #3 in Sales Companywide – 9/14, Top 25 Producers, #1 Rental Broker 8/17, 12/14 & consistently Rated Top 1% out of 47,000 NRT Sales Associates nationwide.

Karen is a master at spotting market trends and creating the successful outcome of any deal with the utmost care and integrity. She is vigilant about every detail and works tirelessly to provide the most accurate information and honest advice as she strives to inspire wise decisions and streamline the process.

Formerly a telecommunications and financial services industry executive, Karen developed an innate understanding for both the financial and emotional aspects of real estate, which further fosters a peace of mind among clients who know she will do everything in her power to help them obtain the perfect home and/or sell it for the best price. Her training also enabled Karen to hone her sharp negotiating and follow up skills.

Karen was born, raised & schooled in Johannesburg, South Africa. In her spare time, she enjoys New York City culture and spending time with her happy pooch MiLou.

Karen is a proud member of The Hunt & Rockwood Team

Karen Shenker’s Listings

a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
a view interior of the house
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bed room with two bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a table
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances kitchen island granite countertop a sink stove and white cabinets
a view of a city and lake
a view of a terrace with lawn chairs
a view of a lot of a lake
a view of a chairs and table in patio
a view of balcony
a living room with furniture and a rug
a view of a patio
a view of a room with gym equipment
unknown
unknown
1/18
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$2,849,000

4
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

789 West End Avenue, Unit 10C

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances kitchen island granite countertop a sink a stove and white cabinets
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink stove and refrigerator
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bathroom with a sink and a bathtub
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and a fireplace
a view of an entrance of the house
a view of a building with a porch
$1,595,000 | 315 West 86th Street, Unit 14C | Upper West Side
1/13
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$1,595,000

2
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

315 West 86th Street, Unit 14C

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture potted plant and a fireplace
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances kitchen island granite countertop a table chairs and white cabinets
a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a stove a sink and white cabinets
a view of a workspace with furniture
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a view of a bathroom with a sink
a bedroom with a bed a mirror on dresser and a window
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and bathtub
a front view of a house with a potted plant
a close up of a stove top oven
a front view of a building
a picture of a park
unknown
1/16
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,550,000

2
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

300 West 108th Street, Unit 2C

Upper West Side

$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
$1,299,000 | 139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE | Kips Bay
1/27
Listed By Compass

$1,299,000

3
Bedrooms
1,250
Square Feet

139 East 33rd Street, Unit 12DE

Kips Bay

$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
$1,095,000 | 520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD | Lenox Hill
1/10
Listed By CompassOpen: 5/2 11:00AM - 12:30PM - By Appt

$1,095,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

520 East 76th Street, Unit PHD

Lenox Hill

$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
$1,025,000 | 577 Madison Street, Unit 4B | Bedford-Stuyvesant
1/28
Listed By CompassOpen: 5/3 01:00PM - 02:00PM - By Appt

$1,025,000

2
Bedrooms
702
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres

577 Madison Street, Unit 4B

Bedford-Stuyvesant

a living room with furniture dining area and a window
a living room with furniture and a window
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a rug
a living room with furniture and a chandelier
a kitchen with a stove a sink and a white cabinets
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink a refrigerator and a granite counter tops
a bedroom with a bed and a flat tv screen on dresser
a bedroom with a bed and dresser with chair
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and bathtub
a bedroom with a bed furniture and a window
a bathroom with a stove a sink and a bathtub
a living room with furniture
a front view of a building with street
a picture of floor plan
1/15
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$995,000

2
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

400 East 52nd Street, Unit 4D

Midtown East

a living room with furniture large window and rug
a view of an empty room with a window
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a view of livingroom with hardwood floor and hallway
a view of a room with wooden floor and windows
a view of a room with wooden floor and windows
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator a stove and a sink
a large kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator and a sink
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator and a stove top oven
a utility room with dryer and washer
a spacious bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
wooden floor in an empty room with a window
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
an empty room with wooden floor closet and windows
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
an empty room with wooden floor and windows
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a toilet and bathtub
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and mirror
wooden floor in an empty room
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a view of an empty room with window and wooden floor
a view of bathroom with shower
a very nice looking room with a couch
a view of hallway with wooden floor
front view of a building
a bedroom with a bed and a large window
a view of a hallway with a chandelier
a picture of a floor plan
$750,000 | 527 West 143rd Street, Unit 31 | Hamilton Heights
1/29
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$750,000

3
Bedrooms
1,290
Square Feet

527 West 143rd Street, Unit 31

Hamilton Heights

a living room with furniture a bookshelf and a window
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a kitchen with a stove a refrigerator and a sink
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a room with a washer and dryer
a bathroom with a toilet a sink and mirror
a view of a balcony with potted plants
a view of patio with chairs and tables
a view of balcony with couch
a picture of a bench in front of a door
1/12
Listed By Compass

$515,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

310 Lexington Avenue, Unit 9F

Murray Hill

a living room with furniture and painting on the wall
a bedroom with a bed and a table in it
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a painting on the wall
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator and a sink
a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stove top oven
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a mirror and shower
a bathroom with a granite countertop toilet sink and mirror
a view of walk in closet with empty racks
a car parked in front of a house
a view of a building with entrance
a utility room with dryer and washer
a utility room with dryer and washer
unknown
$399,000 | 102 West 85th Street, Unit 2B | Upper West Side
1/16
Listed By Compass

$399,000

Studio
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

102 West 85th Street, Unit 2B

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture a fireplace and a table
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a view of a lake with building
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a refrigerator sink stove and white cabinets
a living room with stainless steel appliances furniture a flat screen tv and a kitchen view
a living room with furniture and a painting on the wall
a view of an entryway with wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a bedroom with a large bed and a painting on the wall
a bedroom with a bed and a painting on the wall
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a view of a bedroom with wooden floor and a window
an front view of a building
a city street lined with buildings and trees
a picture of a wall with a white wall and a painting
1/16
Listed By Compass

$249,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

94 Hamilton Place, Unit 6E

Hamilton Heights

Karen Shenker’s Transactions

Past Sales
a view of an empty room with window and wooden floor

$6,995,000

3
Bedrooms
284,702
Square Feet

205 East 85th Street

Upper East Side

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

$6,975,000 | 15 Hudson Yards, Unit 68A | Manhattan

$6,975,000

2
Bedrooms

15 Hudson Yards, Unit 68A

Manhattan

$6,375,000 | 131 Riverside Drive, Unit 6CD | Upper West Side

$6,375,000

5
Bedrooms

131 Riverside Drive, Unit 6CD

Upper West Side

a view of a building and a street

$5,400,000

6
Bedrooms
4,500
Square Feet
20' x 103'
lot size

217 West 15th Street

Chelsea

$5,300,000 | 151 Central Park West, Unit 2C | Upper West Side

$5,300,000

3
Bedrooms

151 Central Park West, Unit 2C

Upper West Side

$4,784,120 | 80 Columbus Cir, Unit 67D | Upper West Side

$4,784,120

3
Bedrooms

80 Columbus Cir, Unit 67D

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture a fireplace and a chandelier

$4,500,000

3
Bedrooms

115 Central Park West, Unit 16H

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture and a table

$4,200,000

3
Bedrooms
2,205
Square Feet

10 Madison Square West, Unit 9A

Flatiron

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group

$4,003,750 | 35 Hudson Yards, Unit 6105 | Hudson Yards

$4,003,750

2
Bedrooms

35 Hudson Yards, Unit 6105

Hudson Yards

$3,125,000 | 167 East 82nd Street, Unit 10A | Upper East Side

$3,125,000

3
Bedrooms
1,621
Square Feet

167 East 82nd Street, Unit 10A

Upper East Side

$2,952,925 | 23 W 116th St, Unit 12D | Harlem

$2,952,925

4
Bedrooms

23 W 116th St, Unit 12D

Harlem

$2,900,000 | 275 West 96th Street, Unit 25BC | Upper West Side

$2,900,000

3
Bedrooms
1,601
Square Feet

275 West 96th Street, Unit 25BC

Upper West Side

$2,700,000 | 147 W 126th St | Central Harlem

$2,700,000

6
Bedrooms

147 W 126th St

Central Harlem

a living room with furniture and a large window

$2,700,000

2
Bedrooms
1,349
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 8S

NoMad

Listing Courtesy of Kleier Residential Inc

$2,525,000 | 225 5th Avenue, Unit 6S | NoMad

$2,525,000

2
Bedrooms
1,348
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 6S

NoMad

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

$2,500,000 | 300 Central Park West, Unit 11J | Upper West Side

$2,500,000

2
Bedrooms

300 Central Park West, Unit 11J

Upper West Side

a front view of a building with large trees

$2,500,000

5
Bedrooms
4,600
Square Feet
20' x 101'
lot size

115 West 122nd Street

Harlem

$2,375,000 | 305 East 51st Street, Unit 5F | Midtown East

$2,375,000

2
Bedrooms
1,596
Square Feet

305 East 51st Street, Unit 5F

Midtown East

Past Rentals
$29,995 | 215 West 90th Street, Unit PHA | Upper West Side

$29,995

4
Bedrooms
2,927
Square Feet

215 West 90th Street, Unit PHA

Upper West Side

$15,000 | 35 Hudson Yards, Unit 6105 | Hudson Yards

$15,000

2
Bedrooms
1,492
Square Feet

35 Hudson Yards, Unit 6105

Hudson Yards

$13,500 | 15 West 72nd Street, Unit 36G | Upper West Side

$13,500

3
Bedrooms

15 West 72nd Street, Unit 36G

Upper West Side

$13,000 | 2 Columbus Avenue, Unit 19A | Upper West Side

$13,000

3
Bedrooms
2,110
Square Feet

2 Columbus Avenue, Unit 19A

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture and a window

$10,995

2
Bedrooms

70 Charlton Street, Unit 2E

Hudson Square

$9,995 | 110 East 71st Street, Unit 16 | Lenox Hill

$9,995

2
Bedrooms

110 East 71st Street, Unit 16

Lenox Hill

$9,400 | 23 West 116th Street, Unit 12D | Harlem

$9,400

4
Bedrooms
1,912
Square Feet

23 West 116th Street, Unit 12D

Harlem

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

$9,400 | 225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S | NoMad

$9,400

2
Bedrooms
1,349
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S

NoMad

$9,400 | 23 West 116th Street, Unit PH12D | Harlem

$9,400

4
Bedrooms
1,912
Square Feet

23 West 116th Street, Unit PH12D

Harlem

$9,000 | 225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S | NoMad

$9,000

2
Bedrooms
1,349
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S

NoMad

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

$8,850 | 225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S | NoMad

$8,850

2
Bedrooms
1,349
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S

NoMad

$8,700 | 225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S | NoMad

$8,700

2
Bedrooms
1,349
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 5S

NoMad

a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv

$8,500

3
Bedrooms
1,533
Square Feet

101 Butler Street, Unit CD

Boerum Hill

$8,500 | 110 East 71st Street, Unit 16 | Lenox Hill

$8,500

2
Bedrooms
1,150
Square Feet

110 East 71st Street, Unit 16

Lenox Hill

$8,500 | 110 East 71st Street, Unit 16 | Lenox Hill

$8,500

2
Bedrooms
1,300
Square Feet

110 East 71st Street, Unit 16

Lenox Hill

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

a kitchen with a sink a stove and wooden floor

$8,495

1
Bedrooms
1,049
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 9R

NoMad

a kitchen with a sink a stove and wooden floor

$8,250

1
Bedrooms
1,050
Square Feet

225 5th Avenue, Unit 9R

NoMad

$7,250 | 126 West 80th Street, Unit 5 | Upper West Side

$7,250

2
Bedrooms
1,165
Square Feet

126 West 80th Street, Unit 5

Upper West Side