Peter Ocean

Peter Ocean is a Manhattan-based luxury real estate advisor at Serhant, known for representing high-value properties with strategic precision and white-glove execution. Specializing in Manhattans most exclusive luxury real estate, Peter combines sharp financial acumen with modern marketing to deliver results at the highest level.

Before entering real estate, Peter built and scaled his own hospitality company to $3.5M in annual revenue, an experience that shaped his understanding of branding, negotiation, and operational excellence. Today, he applies that same entrepreneurial discipline to every transaction: analyzing market data deeply, positioning properties with intent, and negotiating with a long-term wealth mindset.

Peter has quickly established himself as one of the firm’s rising forces, having represented and signed over $50M in real estate early in his career. His clients, from hedge fund executives and founders to international investors, all of which value his discretion, composure under pressure, and ability to simplify complex transactions.

Relocating from the UK to New York only sharpened Peter’s competitive edge. He understands firsthand what it means to make bold moves and he brings that drive to every deal. Whether advising on acquisition strategy, pricing high-value listings, or structuring creative terms to bridge gaps, Peter operates as a strategic partner, not just a broker.

Peter Ocean is a Manhattan-based luxury real estate advisor at SERHANT., specializing in the representation of exceptional residences across New York City’s most competitive markets. His approach combines rigorous market intelligence, sophisticated deal strategy, and modern marketing with a highly personal and discreet level of service.

Recognized by RealTrends among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide, Peter has quickly distinguished himself in Manhattan’s luxury market. His experience spans some of the city’s most coveted addresses and property types, from architecturally significant downtown lofts to residences along Fifth Avenue, Park Avenue, Central Park West and Hudson Yards. His track record includes record-breaking transactions, reflecting an ability not simply to participate at the highest levels of the market, but to create exceptional outcomes within it.

With a BSc in Biology from Queen Mary University of London and a background in immunology research, Peter brings a scientific appreciation for data and analysis to his approach to real estate.

Before entering real estate, Peter founded and scaled his own hospitality company in London. Building a business from the ground up shaped the entrepreneurial mindset he brings to brokerage today, which is understanding the numbers, creating a compelling brand and narrative, anticipating problems before they arise, and negotiating with the broader financial objective in mind.

Originally from London, Peter relocated to New York and built his real estate career from the ground up. His international background gives him a natural understanding of both domestic and overseas clients, while his experience as a scientist, entrepreneur and business owner allows him to approach real estate from a perspective that extends well beyond that of a traditional broker.

Peter is known for his discretion, persistence, and ability to navigate complex transactions with composure. Whether determining the positioning of a significant residence, sourcing opportunities that never reach the public market, or structuring unconventional terms to bring a difficult transaction together, he operates as a strategic advisor rather than simply a transactional broker.

As founder of the Ocean Team at SERHANT., Peter is building a luxury advisory business centered on market intelligence, global relationships, exceptional marketing and relentless execution, serving clients who expect a level of strategy, discretion and representation commensurate with the assets they own.