Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted NYC Real Estate Advisors
The Columbia Vitolo Team is a premier NYC real estate brokerage with over 40 years of combined experience. We specialize in luxury residential transactions across Manhattan and Brooklyn, offering expert guidance for buyers and sellers. Our team prioritizes personalized attention, leveraging deep market knowledge and a proven process to ensure seamless transactions. With a track record of $1.6+ billion in sales and 70+ five-star reviews, we are committed to delivering exceptional results.Our client-centric approach focuses on understanding individual needs, whether you're purchasing a first home or selling a high-value property. We pride ourselves on transparency, strategic pricing, and unmatched local expertise in neighborhoods like Tribeca and the Financial District. Backed by Compass Real Estate, we provide advanced marketing tools and a network of top-tier professionals to support every transaction.
Services
Co-op & Condo Sales
Townhouse Listings
New Development Marketing
Estate Planning Valuations
Luxury Buyer Representation
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of NYC real estate expertise with a $1.6+ billion sales record.
- Our team provides personalized attention, avoiding delegation to junior agents.
- We implement data-driven pricing strategies for maximum property value.
- We guarantee 24/7 availability for urgent client needs and inquiries.
- Our local market expertise spans Tribeca, Financial District, and Brooklyn neighborhoods.
What people say
Top-notch service
Expert pricing strategies
Personal attention
Skilled negotiators
Deep market knowledge
Services
Co-op & Condo Sales
We specialize in navigating NYC's complex co-op and condo markets. Our team provides strategic pricing, targeted marketing, and expert negotiation to ensure smooth transactions. With deep understanding of board requirements and financial structures, we help clients achieve optimal outcomes in Manhattan's competitive market. Our 40+ years of experience ensure clients receive tailored guidance through every step of the sales process.
New Development Marketing
Our team offers comprehensive marketing solutions for new development projects. We create compelling campaigns that highlight unique property features while leveraging Compass' digital platform for maximum exposure. With experience managing sellouts exceeding $250 million, we provide developers with strategic pricing advice, market analysis, and direct access to our extensive buyer network to ensure successful project launches.
Luxury Buyer Representation
We represent discerning buyers seeking premium properties in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Our service includes exclusive access to off-market listings, expert negotiation, and comprehensive market analysis. With specialists in luxury transactions from $500,000 to $30 million, we ensure clients receive personalized guidance through complex purchases while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the buying process.
Townhouse Listings
Our townhouse specialists combine traditional expertise with modern marketing techniques. We understand the unique aspects of historic properties, including landmark restrictions and renovation considerations. Through targeted outreach to qualified buyers and strategic pricing based on comparable sales, we maximize exposure and value for these premium assets in sought-after neighborhoods like Tribeca and the Upper East Side.
Estate Planning Valuations
We provide accurate, data-driven property valuations for estate planning purposes. Our analysis considers current market conditions, recent comparable sales, and property-specific features to deliver reliable assessments. Unlike algorithm-based estimates, our valuations come from experienced professionals with firsthand market knowledge, ensuring clients receive actionable insights for making informed financial decisions.
People
Todd Vitolo
Principal
Licensed broker with 20+ years experience. Former commercial litigator, Compass Sports & Entertainment Division member. Sells $250M+ in new developments. Tribeca resident for 25 years. Focuses on overcoming client challenges.
Susanne Columbia
Principal
Top 1% agent for 22 years. Natural real estate instinct with focus on personalized service. Co-founder of team. Lives in Tribeca. Expert in luxury market with consistent top-tier performance and client satisfaction.
Rado Varchola
Sales Partner
Experienced sales professional with expertise in NYC luxury market. Background in interior design and hospitality. Focuses on Chelsea and West Village properties. Active in community charitable initiatives supporting animal welfare and medical research.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in Manhattan and Brooklyn markets, with particular expertise in Tribeca, Financial District, and Chelsea neighborhoods.
Do you work with first-time buyers?
Yes, we welcome first-time buyers and provide the same expert guidance and market insights as we do for all clients.
How do you price properties?
We use comprehensive market analysis, recent comparable sales, and current market conditions to develop data-driven pricing strategies.
Can you help with new development purchases?
Yes, we represent buyers in new developments and have experience negotiating directly with developers for favorable terms.
What sets you apart from other agents?
Our combination of legal expertise, 40+ years of experience, and personalized service distinguishes us from typical real estate teams.
Do you offer rental services?
Yes, we have a dedicated rental team specializing in both listing and tenant representation across Manhattan.
Reviews (5)
Jeannine Slaven
Dec 28, 2021
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This is an extremely professional team. In addition to great knowledge of the market they work with integrity and openness to ensure the best result for you. They take the time to get to understand you and what your needs so they are in the best position to help you. I felt as the customer I came first and have nothing but great confidence and faith in them. They have become friends
D. C. Becker
Nov 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Todd and his team provided us with objective and experienced advice throughout our time working together. We would happily work with him again.
Todd and his team provided us with objective and experienced advice throughout our time working together. We would happily work with him again.
Afschineh Latifi
Jul 16, 2021
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We have worked with Todd and his team three times over the past few years and each time, this Team has delivered excellent results. They recently sold our apartment and within days of getting our first offer, Todd brought us two additional offers, all over asking. Todd is extremely professional and responsive and has a vast knowledge of the NYC real estate market. I trust Todd and his team fully for all real estate needs.
James Blauvelt
May 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Todd and his team helped us find our dream apartment and helped us rent our existing apartment. Extremely professional and helpful throughout the entire real estate process Could not recommend them more!
Todd and his team helped us find our dream apartment and helped us rent our existing apartment. Extremely professional and helpful throughout the entire real estate process Could not recommend them more!
Emma Jacquemart-Simonen
Aug 13, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
I've used the Columbia Vitolo Team for my real estate needs for 10 years - for both purchases & rentals. They've always been great - reliable & trust worthy. Recently just got my apt rented through them very quickly & it made my life much easier as I was out of state throughout it all! Highly recommend Todd & Susanne.
I've used the Columbia Vitolo Team for my real estate needs for 10 years - for both purchases & rentals. They've always been great - reliable & trust worthy. Recently just got my apt rented through them very quickly & it made my life much easier as I was out of state throughout it all! Highly recommend Todd & Susanne.
