David Gay

David Gay

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

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Specialties

Buyer's Agent, Seller's Agent, Relocation, Rentals

Education

The University of Tampa

Client Testimonials

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★★★★★
"From day one, David has been a legend. His energy and passion for finding suitable homes in NYC is truly unmatched. Our first conversation ended with my feeling inspired, confident, and in great hands to tackle the real estate market. I was home-hunting from abroad, and to say I trusted David with my life would be an understatement! He understood my wants, needs, and values in the home-buying process (probably more than I even understood myself). Because of this, the process was quick, easy, and flawless. Aside from the property, David went above and beyond to help me secure a reliable lawyer, lender, and contractor. I will be forever grateful for having such a champion agent throughout this experience. I honestly couldn’t have done it without David & recommend him to absolutely anyone and everyone." - Kendra P.

★★★★★
"As a first time home buyer in the city, David made an overwhelming and confusing experience as smooth as possible! In addition to guiding my home buying journey, he really went above and beyond by providing excellent loan and lawyer recommendations. He was consistently available to answer any and all questions, and I could not recommend him more for your home buying journey!" - E. Shah

★★★★★
"I thought that buying my first home in Brooklyn would be impossible until I met David, who helped me realize that my dream was not far out of reach. Not only did he help me find a beautiful apartment in a neighborhood that I love that was well within my budget, but he also connected me to a fantastic real estate attorney to make the transaction even smoother. I immediately recommended David to my sister, who also purchased her first home right in the same building! David is a reliable, responsive and well-connected professional who will do whatever it takes to help you find your dream home!" - Shannon R.

★★★★★
"Working with David was the smartest choice I made in my homebuying process. He never tried to pressure me to buy a space I didn't love. Instead David worked for weeks, setting up appointment after appointment, until we finally found the perfect space - off market. And if that wasn't enough, he also put me in touch with a great team of people to guide me all the way through closing. As a first time home buyer, I could not have had a more positive experience." - Jannine

★★★★★
"I could not have asked for a better agent to help me through buying my first home. David knew how to handle every step along the way - from initial search to closing - with ease and precision. He had provided constant communication and incredible support throughout the entire journey. I couldn't be more happy that I was able to work with David throughout this process." - Brian

★★★★★
"This summer my husband and I began the process of searching for a home in Manhattan. This was our first time buying in the city. We were fortunate to meet David Bevis with Compass who helped us find our dream home. David has a highly professional manner and a very calming presence in a process that can be anxiety producing. He was accessible to meet with us at all time and was a wealth of information regarding home buying in the city. Once we found our dream home, David helped to facilitate the initial application process and helped to make the Board application process smooth and clear. He worked diligently and efficiently behind the scenes to make sure our Board application was complete and polished, and he communicated very effectively with all parties including the seller’s agent, the Board, and with us; he made it all seem easy. David was there to answer all our questions and his positive energy made him a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend David if you are looking to buy a home in the city and you want to feel well taken care of." - Lynne & Stan

★★★★★
"Sold a midtown studio apartment through David and his team at Compass, and it was a terrific experience from start to finish. David, as the main contact, took care of all coordination with the Board, management, superintendent among others making it a seamless process. He gave thoughtful advice on staging, and renovations required to best market the property taking into account my input and budget (which we were able to finance through Compass Concierge). He was available to answer any questions and maintained constant contact throughout the sales process. In the end, we were able to sell the property for 3% over asking price and were able to complete the entire process expeditiously. All in all, a great experience and would very much recommend." - Bryan K.



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About David
David delivers an artful approach to New York City real estate rooted in authenticity and integrity. He's a virtuoso at innovative marketing and elite client service, and his demanding Broadway background gives him a competitive edge when it comes to patience, tenacity and the ability to think on his feet. With David, clients trust that their needs, goals and emotions are in the best possible hands.

Before real estate, David spent nearly a decade as an actor and dancer — an intense proving ground that formed his exceptional talent for branding, social media and negotiations. The thorough attention to detail, multitasking skills and ability to pick up information he learned in entertainment are also critical in the fast-paced real estate world. David believes deeply in the power of putting in hard work to get what you want, and he knows the best way to stand out and serve others is to be fully, 100% yourself. 

He launched his real estate career at Compass on a top producing, high-volume rentals team, where he managed an extensive portfolio of buildings throughout Manhattan, working directly with developers and landlords. Today, as a principal of the Davidson Martin Gay Team at Compass, David puts his dynamic skill set and a decade of city know-how to work for buyers, sellers and renters.

Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida, David earned a bachelor's degree in theater and marketing from The University of Tampa. He currently resides on the Upper West Side, with his husband, where he enjoys the great restaurants and access to Riverside and Central Parks. In his free time, you'll find him exploring the city with friends and family, supporting the arts, and traveling.

Contact David today for your next real estate command performance.
Spotlight

She Bought a Manhattan Home for Less Than $400,000 — Sight Unseen. But Which One?

With a life-held dream of becoming a New Yorker, an American expatriate in London trusted her gut, and her broker, to find an affordable place remotely. Here's how she did it...

Online, she found David Gay, a real estate agent at Compass, who had experience with remote buyers. "Virtual showings took off during Covid," Mr. Gay said - although it still took an intrepid buyer to take a place sight unseen.

Read the full NY Times article HERE.
She Bought a Manhattan Home for Less Than $400,000 — Sight Unseen. But Which One?

David Gay’s Listings

a living room with furniture window and wooden floor
1/26
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$4,695,000

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
Unavailable
$1,625,000 | 240 West 98th Street, Unit 3G | Upper West Side
1/17
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$1,625,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,285
a view of a dining room with furniture window and outside view
1/20
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,275,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
918

David Gay’s Transactions

Past Sales
$2,650,000 | 500 West End Avenue, Unit 9D | Upper West Side

$2,650,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
1,800
$2,200,000 | 133 West 22nd Street, Unit 4B | Chelsea

$2,200,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,231
a living room with furniture and a large window

$2,195,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
1,955
$1,895,000 | 140 Riverside Drive, Unit 1C | Upper West Side

$1,895,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
$1,650,000 | 878 West End Avenue, Unit 2CD | Upper West Side

$1,650,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
a living room with furniture a table and a potted plant

$1,605,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
$1,400,000 | 315 W 99th St, Unit 5A

$1,400,000

Bedrooms
3

315 W 99th St, Unit 5A

$1,370,000 | 345 W 70th St, Unit 3D | Upper West Side

$1,370,000

Bedrooms
2

345 W 70th St, Unit 3D

Upper West Side

a living room with furniture and a window

$1,352,250

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
$1,195,000 | 345 East 54th Street, Unit 3HJ | Sutton Place

$1,195,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
$1,095,000 | 545 West 111th Street, Unit 10F | Morningside Heights

$1,095,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
1,100
a living room with furniture and a window

$1,090,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
$862,000 | 243 West 70th Street, Unit 7E | Upper West Side

$862,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
a living room with furniture and a floor to ceiling window

$850,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
$700,000 | 435 East 85th Street, Unit GB5 | Upper East Side

$700,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
$655,000 | 130 East 18th Street, Unit 2N | Gramercy

$655,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
700

Listing Courtesy of Novos Realty & Advisory Servic

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Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Past Rentals
a living room with furniture and a large window

$27,950

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
2,570
a living room with furniture and a large window

$18,500

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
2,035
a living room with furniture and a large window

$12,500

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
1,677
$11,750 | 30 East 31st Street, Unit 28 | NoMad

$11,750

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
1,677

$8,616

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3

Listing Courtesy of Kleier Residential Inc

$8,500 | 60 West 20th Street, Unit 6H | Flatiron

$8,500

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,671
$8,000 | 157 Lexington Avenue, Unit PH | Kips Bay

$8,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
$7,950 | 225 West 83rd Street, Unit 3Z | Upper West Side

$7,950

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
$5,995 | 321 East 48th Street, Unit 14B | Midtown East

$5,995

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,200
$5,294 | 160 West 62nd Street, Unit 39B | Upper West Side

$5,294

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
$5,250 | 545 West 111th Street, Unit 10F | Morningside Heights

$5,250

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
$5,250 | 126 Riverside Drive, Unit 2A | Upper West Side

$5,250

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2

$4,175

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
a living room with furniture water view and large windows

$3,809

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1

$3,800

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2

Listing Courtesy of AJ Clarke Real Estate

$3,750 | 752 West End Avenue, Unit 3A | Upper West Side

$3,750

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
995
$3,572 | 33 Bond Street, Unit PH05 | Downtown Brooklyn

$3,572

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
$3,392 | 550 West 54th Street, Unit 1046 | Hell's Kitchen

$3,392

Bedrooms
Studio
Bathrooms
1