Michael Holt

Michael Holt

Real Estate Advisor

Specialties

Certified Negotiation Expert®

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting

Charity

Former Chairman - Dorill Initiative
www.dorill.org

Client Testimonials

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★★★★★
"It was a pleasure working with Michael Holt, and I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a real estate agent. He was very friendly and knowledgable, and he was quick to respond to all messages. He provided a comprehensive market analysis for all apartments I was interested in, and he was patient with me as I considered many options. He was a big help when it came to negotiating, and he made great recommendations for professionals in other fields needed when purchasing a new home. Please consider Michael Holt for your real estate needs!"

★★★★★
"Selling and purchasing a property in NYC is not for the faint of heart, and Michael Holt is an excellent professional, completely capable of taking one successfully through the process. We were extremely satisfied with our experience."

★★★★★
"Michael was fantastic in representing us on both purchase and sale side. We appreciated his honesty, integrity and professionalism. Michael was extremely responsive and was a pleasure to work with."

★★★★★
"We flew in from Los Angeles, and with Michael's help in navigating through NYC real estate market, we found an condo to purchase within 4 days. Michael also helped us find a reputable NYC real estate attorney to help us with transaction. Michael was very responsive to our questions and very knowledgeable of the NYC real estate market. We closed the deal and the condo apartment was our within 40 days. I highly recommended Micheal Holt!"

★★★★★
"Michael is a very knowledgeable real estate professional, he knows the area well and his experience in the industry is immediately noticeable upon speaking with him. He helped me and my family find a new apartment in New York city to the exact specifications that we desired. He showed us many nice apartments and he had a good sense of what we did and didn't like. If I was to ever look for a new apartment again, he would be the first guy I call. If you are looking for a highly professional yet friendly real estate agent, this is your guy."


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About Michael
Renowned for his exceptional expertise and accolades as an award-winning real estate agent, Michael Holt has emerged as a trusted authority in the world of New York City real estate. He's been quoted in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and more. 

Michael specializes in sales across both the New York and Florida markets. His extensive market knowledge empowers him with a negotiation edge and pricing expertise, delivering exceptional value to his clients. Michael's commitment to excellence is reflected in his round-the-clock dedication to buyers, investors, land developers, builders, and sellers alike through seamless and successful transactions.

Michael's extensive knowledge of the real estate market contributes to his edge in negotiation and expertise in pricing strategies. He's known for integrating the best tech with real estate which provides a pleasant experience for clients and agents alike. The online "shopping experience" he and his Team provide to buyers is user-friendly and efficient while creating a collaborative experience with their team of agents in real time. Their buying clients include everyone from first-time buyers to investors looking for everything from flips to cap rates. We save buyers tons of time and stress, as we know the ins and outs of the sale process and can provide tremendous insight regarding current and upcoming inventory.

For sellers, Michael uses advanced technology to identify potential buyers while marketing his listings to their specific demographics, interests, and neighborhoods. Strategic digital marketing optimization, digital retargeting advertisements, and priceless relationships within the brokerage community he has are invaluable to a seller. 

Michael co-founded The Holt Team with his sister Lauren, the illustrious, award-winning real estate team at Compass that stands proudly among the top 1% in the entire country which covers New York City, the Gulf Coast of Florida, and Ocala. The team extends to include their mother, aunt, and two cousins, solidifying their status as one of the largest family teams in the industry. The Holt Team stands as a testament to the power of family, commitment to excellence, and a passion for creating unparalleled real estate experiences.

Beyond real estate, Michael is a food enthusiast, avid traveler, and YouTuber. Michael takes immense pleasure in serving his community. In 2020 he served as the board chair of Dorill Initiative, an arts nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through literary, visual, and performing arts education.

Michael Holt’s Listings

a dining room with furniture a large window and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a table
a living room with furniture a rug and a large window
a bedroom with a bed and window
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink toilet and shower
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink stove and cabinets
a front view of a building
view of building with yard and outdoor seating
a view of a building entrance
a view of entryway of the house
$1,400,000 | 860 5th Avenue, Unit 5L | Lenox Hill
1/12
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$1,400,000

2
Bedrooms
1,100
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a chandelier
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a kitchen with a refrigerator and cabinets
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a table
a bathroom with a sink and mirror
a view of a city with tall buildings
a picture of a park
1/7
Listed By Compass

$500,000

Studio
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

Michael Holt’s Transactions

Past Sales
$7,075,000 | 248 West 71st Street | Upper West Side

$7,075,000

5
Bedrooms
5,000
Square Feet
20' x 100'
lot size
a living room with furniture and a floor to ceiling window

$3,850,000

2
Bedrooms
1,800
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

a living room with furniture and a wooden floor

$3,525,000

4
Bedrooms
2,450
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

a view of a patio with couches table and chairs and potted plants

$2,895,000

2
Bedrooms
1,843
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor

$2,875,000

2
Bedrooms
1,474
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Modlin Group LLC

$2,850,000 | 200 East 94th Street, Unit 317 | Upper East Side

$2,850,000

3
Bedrooms
1,800
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a large window

$2,800,000

2
Bedrooms
1,631
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a large window

$2,710,000

3
Bedrooms
1,930
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

a living room with furniture piano and a rug

$2,700,000

2
Bedrooms
1,350
Square Feet
a living room with furniture fireplace and window

$2,575,000

2
Bedrooms

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

a living room with furniture and large windows

$2,500,000

3
Bedrooms
3,486
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group

a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv

$2,500,000

2
Bedrooms
1,167
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group

a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv

$2,425,000

3
Bedrooms
1,612
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

a living room with furniture a chandelier and a fireplace

$2,400,000

2
Bedrooms
1,445
Square Feet
a living room with fireplace furniture and a flat screen tv

$2,350,000

2
Bedrooms
1,484
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

$2,275,000 | 200 East 94th Street, Unit 904 | Upper East Side

$2,275,000

3
Bedrooms
1,407
Square Feet

$2,100,000

3
Bedrooms

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Warburg

$2,050,000 | 1644 Dolphin Lane, Sarasota, FL 34236

$2,050,000

4
Bedrooms
3,242
Square Feet
0.12
Acres
Past Rentals
$24,000 | 181 E 65th St, Unit 23B | Upper East Side

$24,000

3
Bedrooms

181 E 65th St, Unit 23B

Upper East Side

a living room with furniture and a fireplace

$10,995

3
Bedrooms

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

$9,995 | 220 West 93rd Street, Unit 5A | Upper West Side

$9,995

4
Bedrooms
1,800
Square Feet
$9,500 | 400 5th Avenue, Unit 35A | Midtown South

$9,500

2
Bedrooms
1,637
Square Feet
132' x 120'
lot size
$8,500 | 215-217 East 96th Street, Unit 38B | Upper East Side

$8,500

3
Bedrooms
1,515
Square Feet
$5,500 | 181 East 28th Street, Unit 204 | Kips Bay

$5,500

1
Bedrooms
750
Square Feet
a building view

$5,000

2
Bedrooms
741
Square Feet
$4,500 | 129 E 29th St, Unit 2R | Kips Bay

$4,500

2
Bedrooms

129 E 29th St, Unit 2R

Kips Bay

$4,395 | 802 9th Avenue, Unit 3D | Hell's Kitchen

$4,395

2
Bedrooms
910
Square Feet
$4,125 | 802 9th Avenue, Unit 3D | Hell's Kitchen

$4,125

2
Bedrooms
1,500
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

a close view of walk in closet

$3,495

2
Bedrooms
28' x 100'
lot size

Listing Courtesy of New Vista Horizons, Inc

a living room with furniture a rug and a flat screen tv

$3,400

Studio
Bedrooms
$3,300 | 234 West 148th Street, Unit 7A | Central Harlem

$3,300

2
Bedrooms
1,001
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

$3,300 | 7 East 14th Street, Unit 824 | Flatiron

$3,300

Studio
Bedrooms
a living room with a couch and a large window

$3,295

Alcove
Bedrooms
$3,217 | 560 West 43rd Street, Unit 22C | Hell's Kitchen

$3,217

2
Bedrooms
667
Square Feet
225' x 201'
lot size
$3,200 | 10 River Road, Unit 8N | Roosevelt Island

$3,200

2
Bedrooms
900
Square Feet

$3,100

1
Bedrooms

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC