Mark J Cohen

• NYRS — New York Residential Specialist 
• CNE - Certified Negotiation Expert
• REBNY — Real Estate Board of New York
• Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

Mark J. Cohen is a residential real estate advisor known for his thoughtful, strategic approach to navigating the complexities of the New York City residential market across the full lifecycle of ownership. Advising buyers and sellers across a broad range of property types and price points, including both resale and new development, he brings a rare combination of financial acumen, creative perspective, and global experience to each engagement.

He works closely with a diverse clientele—from first-time buyers to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and institutional investors—and is recognized for his ability to understand nuanced objectives and translate them into clear, well-informed decisions. His approach is defined by discretion, precision, and a steady, research-driven perspective, with particular depth in the luxury segment.

A native New Yorker, Mark was educated at The Browning School and Institut Le Rosey in Switzerland before earning his B.A. from American University’s School of International Service. He later completed graduate studies in Real Estate Finance & Investment at New York University’s Schack Real Estate Institute and holds the Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) and New York Residential Specialist (NYRS) designations. He is also a member of the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY).

Mark’s background spans finance, advisory, and creative industries. He began his career in investment brokerage at a leading global investment bank and later worked with high-net-worth individuals and family offices on investment strategy, research, and long-term planning, often involving real estate and private equity. He subsequently held roles in the entertainment industry in creative development and marketing, which continue to inform his refined approach to positioning and presentation.

He entered real estate in 2005 through new development marketing, advancing from Project Manager to Sales Operations Manager on residential projects exceeding $3.5 billion in value. He was later recruited to lead sales and marketing for a Dubai-based sovereign wealth fund’s residential and leisure portfolio, directing more than $1.5 billion in sales across international developments and master-planned communities.

For over 20 years, Mark has built a practice centered on trusted relationships, working across resale, new development, advisory, and property management services for both domestic and international clients. At Brown Harris Stevens, he combines deep New York City market expertise with a trusted international referral network, leveraging refined marketing strategies, advanced digital platforms, and data-driven insights to position properties effectively and reach the right audience. He guides clients with clarity, discretion, and a steady, informed perspective—ensuring decisions align with both personal and long-term objectives.

Mark was featured in Avenue Magazine’s Leading

Men in Real Estate as well as having been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Mansion Global, Business Insider, New York Times among other media outlets

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