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Karen Shenker

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker | Licensed as Karen D. Shenker

Awards

  • Multi-Million $ Club Member
  • 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
  • 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. Originally an Upper Eastside resident for 22 years, Karen is now a content resident/owner in South Harlem where she’s also sold & rented many apartments over the years.

Karen is a proud member of the Rosenblum Gansberg Team

Karen Shenker’s Listings

1/17
Listed By CompassVirtual Tour

$3,195,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Square Feet
1,621
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a table
a living room with lots of furniture and a book shelf
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a living room with furniture kitchen view and a table
a living room with furniture a table and a chandelier
a view of a dining room with furniture
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a refrigerator sink and stove
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink a stove and a refrigerator
a bedroom with a bed couch and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a couch
a bathroom with a bathtub and a sink
a bathroom with a shower a sink and a toilet
a bedroom with a bed and a large window
a bedroom with a bed couch and a large window
a bathroom with a sink and a toilet
a bathroom with a sink toilet and mirror
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a view of a workspace with furniture and a window
a bathroom with a toilet a sink and bathtub
a bathroom with a toilet a sink and mirror
a building view
a front view of building with an outdoor seating
a black and white photo of a refrigerator
1/25
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$1,875,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
Unavailable
1/28
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/24 12:30PM - 02:00PM - By Appt

$1,825,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,640
1/13
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/24 11:30AM - 01:00PM

$725,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
850
1/12
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/24 01:30PM - 02:30PM

$659,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
Unavailable
a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of an empty room with a window
a living room with furniture and a wooden floor
a view of an empty room with closet and a window
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a large window
a view of a kitchen with a sink and a window
a kitchen with a stove and a sink
a close view of utility room
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a view of an empty room with a window
a bed room with furniture and wooden floor
a view of a small space
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower
a view of a balcony with lake view
1/16
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$625,000

Bedrooms
Alcove
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
Unavailable
1/26
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/24 12:00PM - 01:00PM - By Appt

$489,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
800
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a view of an empty room and window
a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of livingroom with washer and dryer
a bedroom with furniture and a window
a view of a room with wooden floor ceiling fan and window
a view of a dining room with furniture
a view of entryway with wooden floor
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a stove a microwave and a refrigerator
a kitchen with a sink and cabinets
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove a sink and a refrigerator
a refrigerator in a kitchen
a large white bed in a white room
wooden floor in an empty room with a window
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a view of empty room with wooden floor and fan
a bedroom with a bed and a large window
a view of an empty room with wooden floor and a window
a bedroom with a bed and a window
a view of empty room with wooden floor and fan
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a bathroom with a bathtub and shower
a view of a hallway with a washer and dryer
a utility room with dryer and washer
a view of storage and utility room
front view of a building
a view of a livingroom with a furniture wooden floor and windows
a view of floor to ceiling window with a projector screen and a projector
a picture of a book and a bed
1/29
Listed By Compass

$449,000

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
Unavailable
a living room with furniture or couch and a flat screen tv
a view of an empty room with window
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a large window
a view of an empty room with a window
a city view with tall buildings
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a view of an empty room
a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of an empty room with a window
a bedroom with furniture and a painting on the wall
a view of room
a picture of city view
a living room with furniture and a table
a view of an empty room
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and a bathroom
a view of a hallway with seating area
a view of a hallway with wooden floor
a kitchen with a refrigerator stove and sink
a kitchen with granite countertop white cabinets a sink and white appliances
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a view of an empty room
a front view of a building
a view of a house with potted plants
a front view of a house with a garden
a living room with furniture and a chandelier
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a large window
a view of a room with gym equipment
a room with furniture and a book shelf
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a picture of a book and a book
1/32
Listed By CompassOpen: 11/24 01:45PM - 02:45PM - By Appt

$420,000

Bedrooms
Alcove
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
650
1/25
Listed By CompassContract Signed

$290,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
Unavailable