Clare Saliba

A proud Brooklyn native and 18-year veteran of New York City real estate, Clare is a highly sought-after expert with a remarkable reputation for delivering results across all market conditions. Specializing in townhouses, condos, and co-ops, she serves clients from Brownstone Brooklyn to Bay Ridge, consistently exceeding expectations with her unparalleled knowledge and deep-rooted passion for the city she calls home.

Her clients laud her as “a gem” and “absolutely the best,” praising her warmth, honesty, and professionalism. They are especially struck by her “remarkable” expertise, patience, and intuition—qualities that have earned her an enviable referral network and a loyal base of repeat clients.

As the co-founder and principal of The Modern Solutions Team at Compass, Clare leads a dynamic group of seasoned professionals who share her commitment to exceptional service, integrity, and relentless dedication. Together, they’ve achieved over $1 billion in total sales, and their keen negotiation skills and extensive resources enable them to offer a proactive, personalized approach to every transaction. The Modern Solutions Team is consistently recognized as one of Brooklyn's top-producing teams, ranking as the #1 mid-size Compass team by sales volume in both their Cobble Hill and Brooklyn Heights offices.

A trusted resource for sellers, buyers, and developers alike, Clare’s market insights have also made her a go-to expert for top media outlets like The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. With a degree in journalism from Fordham University and over a decade of experience as a writer and editor, she brings a keen eye for detail, sharp analytical skills, and an exceptional ability to listen, ensuring that her clients feel understood and supported throughout their real estate journey.

Clare’s outstanding achievements have earned her a place among the top 1.5% of agents nationwide, as ranked by The Wall Street Journal's REAL Trends and America's Best Real Estate Professionals from 2024-2020.

When she’s not helping clients find their perfect home, Clare enjoys spending time at her Hamptons beach house, traveling, and soaking in Brooklyn’s beautiful sunsets with her husband and their beloved dogs.

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"I was an experienced buyer and seller. However, when it came to selling my ‘forever home’ my emotions ran high. With their years of experience and market knowledge, Clare and Sandra optimally positioned my home at the most productive moment in time, with the right audience of qualified buyers, for the best possible price. They are a dream team with all the fixings: their solid experience, market knowledge, professionalism, emotional supportiveness and unbelievable responsiveness, led to us going into contract almost immediately after thoughtfully navigating multiple offers." - Laurie C. | Seller

"Sandra and Clare were thoughtful and diligent from start to finish. Their knowledge of the local market was fantastic and they anticipated questions and next steps at every turn. Both Sandra and Clare were prompt and effective communicators, and they navigated a tricky market and sales process with backbone and integrity. They have my highest recommendation." - Zach H. | Seller

"The Modern Solutions team made our dreams come true! Our apartment was sold without fuss or drama, to an offer that well exceeded our highest expectations. Thanks to Lori and Clare’s tireless work, knowledge of their industry and professionalism, I think we set a land speed record with our sale and concurrent purchase of a new home for our family. They listened to our hopes and vision for our future, and stayed true to what our needs and desires were every step along the way. A new chapter of our lives has begun and I am reeling from our good fortune of having had The Modern Solutions Team help bring us here." - Adam and Brenda S. | Seller & Buyer

"Clare, Lori and Sandra sold our unit at the high-end of our goal, at a price-point that other realtors had told us was unrealistic. They were able to provide critical services we needed that no other realtor could have provided. As for the selling process, they were confident and decisive on what needed to be done and guided us with the best advice on timing, strategy, and selling price. I am so thankful that we chose them, and I am not exaggerating when I say that Clare, Lori & Sandra were life-savers for us." - Linda Y. | Seller

"Clare is an absolute gem. From the outset, she served as our strongest advocate and was available to us 24/7. When our purchase hit a few bumps in the road, she worked tenaciously to smooth out any issues and make sure all parties were satisfied. Above all, we consider ourselves lucky to have found an agent who we implicitly trust. We can’t recommend her highly enough." - Edward & Yvette O. | Seller & Buyer

"Working with Clare has been the best decision we’ve ever made! She has been our go-to broker since 2006 and has represented us in several sales and purchases, working tirelessly to ensure we found the right fit for our expanding family each time. Her professionalism, promptness, honesty, and overall wonderful disposition are without equal -- we can’t imagine working with anyone else." - Steven & Kathy G. | Seller & Buyer

"Professional, honest, ethical, great to work with, and very responsive. Clare, Sandra & Lori provided superior client service and made my real estate transaction go like a breeze. Would use their services again with my eyes closed." - Sal H. | Seller & Buyer

"Clare and the team simply did a stellar job start to finish. She really knows the business, she's proactive, easy to work with, professional, and she has a great sense of humor. I would definitely work with them again." - Chris G. | Developer

"I am writing both as a realtor and a client. Over the past year, my son and I have had the pleasure of dealing with Clare Saliba. We were immediately attracted to her warmth and professionalism. Subsequently, we were able to work together. She was extremely collaborative, both with her knowledge and timely communication. I admired her work ethic, enthusiasm and honesty. Clare is representing my son in his home search. Her expertise, patience and understanding is remarkable. I have been in the real estate business for 20 years and I must honestly say Clare exemplifies what we should all aspire to be." - Effie M. | Realtor & Buyer