Manhattan Real Estate Agent
Investor’s Discipline. Advocate’s Instinct.
Eric Bottomley is a Manhattan real estate agent with Argo Real Estate who brings an investor’s discipline to one of the most personal decisions New Yorkers make. Since 2015 he has guided buyers, sellers and renters through a market unlike any other, with straight answers, sharp analysis and a phone that is always within reach.
From Venture Capital to Manhattan Real Estate
Eric grew up in the tri-state area and graduated from Syracuse University in 2010 with a degree in economics. He began his career in venture capital, spending four years as an investment analyst evaluating companies in energy, renewables and technology. Then he went looking for an apartment of his own, and the experience was frustrating enough to change his career. He saw how much New Yorkers needed an agent who would do the analysis, tell them the truth and actually pick up the phone.
He has approached every deal since with the discipline he learned evaluating investments: know the numbers, understand the risks and negotiate from a position of strength.
Co-ops, Condos and Everything In Between
Buying or selling in Manhattan is unlike anywhere else. Co-op boards review every buyer’s finances, a building’s financials can make or break a deal, and closing costs vary widely between co-ops, condos and new developments. Eric guides clients through every step, from pricing and offers to board packages, interviews and the closing table. He even built free closing cost calculators for buyers and sellers so clients can see the numbers from day one.
His work spans first-time co-op purchases, condo sales, new development, rentals and retail transactions, and many of his deals happen off-market, before a listing ever goes public.
An Inside View Through Argo Real Estate
Argo Real Estate is more than a brokerage. As a New York developer, owner and property manager, Argo gives Eric access to a wide range of properties, close relationships with developers and owners, and a practical understanding of how buildings actually run. His clients get that inside perspective working entirely on their behalf.
Manhattan First, With Deals Across the City
Eric’s focus is Manhattan, from Chelsea, the West Village and Flatiron to Gramercy and the Upper West Side, and he also represents clients in Brooklyn and Long Island City. His clients are real New Yorkers: smart, busy and discerning. Many return to him again and again, often renting their first apartment with Eric and later buying their first home with him.
Outside the Office
Away from work, Eric happily lets his wife, Anjali, set the agenda. That usually means enjoying her excellent cooking, training together at the gym, visiting family, spending time in New Canaan, Connecticut, going to church and planning at least one trip overseas every year.
“Eric is up-front and courteous, present and diligent, and naturally good at this.”
W.B. — Seller, Chelsea Co-opRead client reviews
Whether you are buying your first co-op, selling a home you have outgrown or searching for your next apartment, Eric would be glad to help.