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Michael J. Franco

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

Awards

Ranked #3 at Compass, #14 in New York, and top #100 small teams in the U.S. by The Wall Street Journal/Real Trends.

Specialties

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Negotiations, Legal, Property Management
About Michael J.
Michael J. Franco Team
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Michael J. Franco is a Manhattan luxury real estate broker, the founder of the Michael J. Franco Team at Compass and a former trusts and estates attorney. The Wall Street Journal and RealTrends rank him number 13 in Manhattan and number 100 in the United States. In more than 20 years across brokerage, law and investment, he has represented more than 1,500 buyers and sellers and closed more than $1.5 billion in residential real estate.

Michael's practice covers Manhattan co-ops, condominiums, luxury residences, townhouses and new development, along with estate sales, trust sales and probate transactions. He is known for complex deals involving inherited property and fiduciary responsibilities, where the legal and tax details decide what a seller nets and how smoothly a sale closes.

Before real estate, Michael earned his law degree with honors and an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law. He practiced tax and real estate law, advised high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients and founded his own law practice before moving full-time into residential brokerage. That training shows in how he handles co-op board approvals, pricing strategy and negotiation.

Today Michael leads a team that closes about 65 transactions a year and averages about $150 million in annual sales volume. He has earned more than 90 five-star Google reviews and works closely with attorneys, accountants, fiduciaries, wealth advisors, managing agents and co-op board members across New York City. His clients range from first-time buyers to luxury sellers, estate fiduciaries and families planning a generational transfer of wealth.

Quick answers

Which Manhattan neighborhoods does Michael J. Franco cover?

Michael J. Franco's primary markets are the Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Greenwich Village, West Village, Chelsea, Gramercy Park, Lincoln Square and Flatiron.

Does Michael J. Franco handle estate and probate sales?

Yes. As a former trusts and estates attorney, Michael J. Franco represents executors, trustees and heirs selling inherited Manhattan property, including trust sales and probate transactions.

Is Michael J. Franco an attorney?

Michael J. Franco is a former attorney who earned his law degree with honors and an LL.M. in Taxation from NYU School of Law. Today he works as a Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker at Compass.

Client Testimonials
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★★★★★
A pleasant experience.

"Michael J. Franco helped us sell our apartment in Upper East Manhattan. Michael is the most knowledgeable, honest, and hardworking realtors we have ever worked with. He is always available to answer questions and offer sound service. He has made our selling a pleasant experience. I highly recommend him to all potential real estate buyers and sellers."

Max S., Buyer and Seller


★★★★★
Could not have been in better hands.

"Michael has sold two apartments for us and helped us buy one property and two rentals while we were in a transition – with an overall value of more than $11 million. Each transaction has held its own difficult issues and with Michael and his team, we could not have been in better hands."

J. Hall, Buyer and Seller


★★★★★
Incredibly responsive.

"We have used Michael J. Franco for purchases, sales, and rentals of our investment properties. He has always done an amazing job for us, and is a true professional. He is incredibly responsive and knowledgeable about the market – he's the person you want negotiating on your behalf. I highly recommend him for all your real estate needs in New York City."

B. Morris, Buyer and Seller


★★★★★

"We hired Michael to help us sell our 2-BR coop in Gramercy, prior to our retirement and in anticipation of a move out of town. Our retirement was about 4 months away and no closing could occur prior to then. Amazingly, prior to the public listing, Michael found a buyer for whom our apartment met all their criteria. Even more amazingly, Michael and his team at Compass were able to facilitate the perfect deal for both the buyer and us. The closing process could not have been more smooth. We highly recommend Michael and his team."

Stuart B., Seller, Google review


★★★★★

"Michael Franco at Compass deserves 10 stars as he gets 5 stars in selling our apt and another 5 for finding our new apartment. He's truly the best real estate agent in Manhattan market. ... Ultimately all worked out and closed with approval from a very difficult coop board."

Benny L., Buyer and Seller, Google review


★★★★★

"He is one of the best real estate agents I have ever worked with, demonstrating unparalleled market insight and knowledge. ... Michael is professional, honest, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind. His extensive experience made us incredibly lucky to have him represent our unit."

Donna C., Seller, Google review


★★★★★

"We selected Michael as our RE agent based on his stellar reputation in our building. Michael and his team professionally handled every aspect from listing to closing. He was always available to answer questions and concerns and that makes him the best real estate agent in Manhattan in our minds!"

Patti P., Seller, Google review


★★★★★

"Michael is the ultimate professional. He will communicate clearly and effectively. Whether it be a rental or a closing he will get it done. Luxury real estate is where he thrives. Townhouses, condos, apartments he can do it all. If you are looking to buy, rent or sell he and his team have got you covered."

Nicholas D., Google review


★★★★★

"Michael was incredibly easy to communicate with and made the entire apartment search process feel seamless. He was thorough, attentive, and made sure every box was checked when it came to finding the right place for us. He truly went above and beyond throughout the entire process, and we couldn't have been happier with his help!"

Stella J., Buyer, Google review

Areas of expertise
Manhattan co-opsCondominiumsLuxury residencesTownhousesNew developmentEstate salesTrust salesProbate salesCo-op board approvalsPricing strategy

Michael J. Franco’s Listings

a living room with furniture a fireplace and a flat screen tv
1/18
Listed By Compass

$5,850,000

4
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$2,565,000 | 246 West End Avenue, Unit 3E | Upper West Side
1/17
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/1 01:00PM - 02:30PM - By Appt

$2,565,000

4
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$2,000,000 | 530 West 148th Street | Hamilton Heights
1/14
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$2,000,000

7
Bedrooms
4,624
Square Feet
18' x 100'
lot size
$1,595,000 | 302 West 12th Street, Unit 6H | West Village
1/9
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,595,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a large window
1/14
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,550,000

2
Bedrooms
1,300
Square Feet
$1,495,000 | 720 Greenwich Street, Unit 9C | West Village
1/13
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,495,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$1,335,000 | 30 East 9th Street, Unit 4M | Greenwich Village
1/10
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,335,000

2
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$1,175,000 | 181 East 73rd Street, Unit 6D | Lenox Hill
1/14
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/1 01:00PM - 02:30PM - By Appt

$1,175,000

2
Bedrooms
1,200
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a couch
1/9
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,150,000

2
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$895,000 | 10 West 66th Street, Unit 7C | Upper West Side
1/19
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$895,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$895,000 | 200 East 89th Street, Unit 26F | Upper East Side
1/14
Listed By CompassNew

$895,000

1
Bedrooms
638
Square Feet
$845,000 | 200 East 66th Street, Unit A404 | Lenox Hill
1/15
Listed By Compass

$845,000

Studio
Bedrooms
556
Square Feet
$625,000 | 160 East 65th Street, Unit 4A | Lenox Hill
1/10
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/1 01:00PM - 02:30PM - By Appt

$625,000

Alcove
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
1/13
Listed By Compass

$600,000

1
Bedrooms
857
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a couch
1/9
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$595,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$575,000 | 420 East 72nd Street, Unit 2E | Lenox Hill
1/10
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$575,000

1
Bedrooms
600
Square Feet
$550,000 | 930 St Nicholas Avenue, Unit 54 | Washington Heights
1/10
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$550,000

3
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a couch
1/10
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$540,000

1
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$485,000 | 300 West 23rd Street, Unit 8D | Chelsea
1/8
Listed By Compass

$485,000

Studio
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
$445,000 | 308 West 103rd Street, Unit 6B | Upper West Side
1/10
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/1 11:30AM - 01:00PM - By Appt

$445,000

Alcove
Bedrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet

Michael J. Franco’s Transactions

Past Sales
$13,500,000 | 300 Central Park West, Unit 18/19D | Upper West Side

$13,500,000

6
Bedrooms
6,300
Square Feet
$13,000,000 | 15 Hudson Yards, PH87A | Hudson Yards

$13,000,000

4
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms

15 Hudson Yards, PH87A

Hudson Yards

unknown

$12,350,000

3
Bedrooms
2,791
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

$9,975,000 | 900 Park Avenue, Unit 7ABCE | Upper East Side

$9,975,000

4
Bedrooms
4,638
Square Feet
$9,950,000 | 25 Columbus Cir, Unit 58/59A | Upper West Side

$9,950,000

3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms

25 Columbus Cir, Unit 58/59A

Upper West Side

$8,875,000 | 305 East 85th Street, Unit PHC | Upper East Side

$8,875,000

6
Bedrooms
5,111
Square Feet
$8,875,000 | 150 Charles Street, Unit 4FN | West Village

$8,875,000

3
Bedrooms
2,592
Square Feet
$8,250,000 | 450 East 83rd Street, Unit 21D | Upper East Side

$8,250,000

6
Bedrooms
5,411
Square Feet
$8,025,000 | 30 E 10th St, Unit 12NS | Greenwich Village

$8,025,000

30 E 10th St, Unit 12NS

Greenwich Village

$8,025,000 | 30 E 10th St, Unit PH | Greenwich Village

$8,025,000

3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms

30 E 10th St, Unit PH

Greenwich Village

$7,345,000 | 37 West 12th Street, Unit PHC | Greenwich Village

$7,345,000

4
Bedrooms
2,780
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a fireplace

$7,025,000

4
Bedrooms
$7,000,000 | 246 East 49th Street | Midtown East

$7,000,000

7
Bedrooms
5,690
Square Feet
0.00
Acres
$6,937,500 | 15 West 81st Street, Unit 12/13C | Upper West Side

$6,937,500

3
Bedrooms
$6,500,000 | 4 Bedford Street | West Village

$6,500,000

5
Bedrooms
3,680
Square Feet
0.05
Acres
a living room with furniture and a large window

$6,150,000

4
Bedrooms
3,147
Square Feet
$6,062,500 | 1 Central Park South, Unit 1213 | Central Park South

$6,062,500

2
Bedrooms
a living room with fireplace furniture and a floor to ceiling window

$6,000,000

4
Bedrooms
4,700
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

Past Rentals
$35,000 | 150 Charles Street, Unit 4FN | West Village

$35,000

3
Bedrooms
2,592
Square Feet
a view of an empty room with wooden floor and a window

$25,000

3
Bedrooms
2,991
Square Feet

36 Bleecker Street, Unit 4A

NoHo

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

a living room with couches a coffee table and next to a window with outer view

$24,000

3
Bedrooms
3,004
Square Feet
$23,000 | 25 Columbus Circle, Unit 58A | Upper West Side

$23,000

3
Bedrooms
1,987
Square Feet

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

$22,000 | 4 Bedford Street | West Village

$22,000

5
Bedrooms
4,432
Square Feet
22' x 97'
lot size
$19,500 | 25 Columbus Circle, Unit 58A | Upper West Side

$19,500

3
Bedrooms
1,987
Square Feet
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor

$14,500

4
Bedrooms
1,797
Square Feet
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv

$13,750

4
Bedrooms
2,269
Square Feet
$12,950 | 285 West 110th Street, Unit 9B | Harlem

$12,950

4
Bedrooms
1,797
Square Feet
$12,500 | 246 West End Avenue, Unit 2DE/3E | Upper West Side

$12,500

4
Bedrooms
117' x 105'
lot size
$12,250 | 100 Barclay Street, Unit 17H | TriBeCa

$12,250

2
Bedrooms
1,779
Square Feet

100 Barclay Street, Unit 17H

TriBeCa

Listing Courtesy of Elliman

$11,995 | 285 West 110th Street, Unit 9B | Harlem

$11,995

4
Bedrooms
1,797
Square Feet
$11,500 | 132 East 19th Street, Unit 4EW | Gramercy

$11,500

2
Bedrooms
a living room with furniture a rug and a large window

$11,500

3
Bedrooms

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group

a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv

$11,200

3
Bedrooms
1,690
Square Feet
$11,000 | 30 West 13th Street, Unit PH6A | Greenwich Village

$11,000

2
Bedrooms
$10,500 | 132 East 19th Street, Unit 4EW | Gramercy

$10,500

2
Bedrooms
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor

$10,000

2
Bedrooms