Brown Harris Stevens (BHS) has once again been named the #1 privately held real estate brokerage in New York City, according to the April 2026 rankings published by The Real Deal. Brown Harris Stevens was also ranked among the top 5 brokerages in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
The report highlights a resurgence in transaction activity and sustained demand across key segments, particularly at the high end of the market.
“Being recognized once again as the top privately held brokerage in New York City speaks to the consistency of our agents and the strength of our platform,” said Bess Freedman, CEO of Brown Harris Stevens. “In a market that continues to evolve, our focus remains on delivering trusted guidance, transparency, and results for our clients.”
In addition to the firm’s overall ranking, several Brown Harris Stevens agents and teams were named among New York City’s top performers in both resale and new development categories. These include:
- The Harkov-Lewis Team (Ari Harkov and Warner Lewis)
- Lisa Lippman
- John Burger
- The Andrew and Amelia Team (Andrew Phillips and Amelia Gewirtz)
Congratulations to All!

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