Michael Russell

For Michael Russell, exceptional real estate representation is rooted in trust, discretion, and an unwavering commitment to his clients. Since joining Corcoran in 2015, Michael has built his business around long-term relationships rather than individual transactions, earning the confidence of clients who value his judgment, candor, and deeply personal approach to their real estate decisions.

Originally from Atlanta, Michael grew up immersed in the business as the son of two of Georgia’s top-producing real estate brokers. After moving to New York City, he studied psychology and later served as lead project manager for a prominent interior designer—experiences that continue to inform his perspective today. His understanding of human behavior, architecture, interiors, and the nuances of the market allows him to see real estate from multiple vantage points and to recognize both the tangible and intangible qualities that give a property lasting value.

Michael approaches every transaction as an advisor first. He listens carefully, speaks candidly, and is never afraid to counsel a client away from a property or transaction he does not believe serves their best interests. For buyers, that means looking beyond the immediate appeal of a home to consider its quality, value, and long-term potential. For sellers, it means understanding how thoughtful presentation, positioning, and negotiation can distinguish a property in an increasingly discerning market.

Just as importantly, Michael understands that buying or selling a home is rarely a purely financial decision. Homes are intimately connected to the lives lived within them, and major real estate decisions often accompany equally significant moments of personal change. His ability to navigate both sides of that equation—the analytical and the emotional—has become a defining part of his practice.

Known for his discretion and accessibility, Michael remains closely involved throughout every stage of a transaction. He works collaboratively with attorneys, designers, architects, brokers, and other professionals to anticipate issues before they arise and make even complicated transactions feel considered and seamless. His objective is simple: to provide the level of advice and representation he would want for himself.

Outside from real estate, Michael is happiest with his husband and their mini-Bernedoodle, Blue. The two are avid supporters of the arts in New York and enthusiastic theatergoers who rarely miss a Broadway production. Michael also enjoys wandering through the city’s museums and parks, drawing and painting, reading, cooking, traveling, and escaping upstate on weekends, where he and his husband have a home.