# The Shapot Team > The Shapot Team is a Manhattan residential brokerage led by Michael J. Shapot at Keller Williams NYC, offering buyer/seller representation, relocation and legally-complex transaction support with a systems-driven, board-savvy approach. Manhattan focus, legal/negotiation edge, co-op expertise, systems-driven, Keller Williams marketing, relocating professionals, mid-to-upper market buyers and sellers ## Agent Bios - [Michael DeRosa](https://theshapotteam.com/agent/michael-derosa): Manhattan agent Michael DeRosa's bio highlights decades of sales experience, family development roots, and a strategic '3 steps ahead' approach. - [James Bitting Real Estate Agent New York NY | Meet James](https://theshapotteam.com/agent/james-bitting): James Bitting's agent profile for The Shapot Team in New York City, with contact details and a bio placeholder. - [About Rachel Geller](https://theshapotteam.com/agent/rachel-geller): Agent profile for Rachel Geller, a The Shapot Team member serving Westchester County and Manhattan residential real estate. - [Michael Shapot Real Estate Agent New York | KW NYC](https://theshapotteam.com/agent/michael-shapot): Profile of Michael Shapot, a Manhattan real estate agent and team leader at Keller Williams NYC. - [About Ronald Stabiner](https://theshapotteam.com/agent/ronald-stabiner): Profile page for New York City real estate agent Ronald Stabiner of Keller Williams NYC, with bio, contact details, and current listings. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Explore West Village Greenwich Village NY Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/west-village-greenwich-village): Neighborhood real estate directory for West Village / Greenwich Village, NY, with demographics, mobility scores, and property listings. - [Lower Manhattan Real Estate - Discover Your Dream Home](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/lower-manhattan): Lower Manhattan real estate neighborhood page with census stats, local scores, nearby places, and MLS listings. - [Midtown West NY Real Estate - Explore Luxury Homes](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/midtown-west): A Midtown West, NY neighborhood real estate page with census stats, nearby businesses, schools, and property listings. - [Upper Manhattan, NY Real Estate | Luxury Homes Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/upper-manhattan): Upper Manhattan, NY real estate neighborhood page with census demographics, transit scores, nearby businesses, and MLS listings. - [Gramercy Park, NY Real Estate | Luxury Homes Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/gramercy-park): Gramercy Park, NY neighborhood real estate page with demographics, walk scores, school listings, and active property listings. - [Midtown East | Neighborhood Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/midtown-east): Midtown East real estate directory with neighborhood stats, nearby businesses, and current property listings in New York City. - [East Village | Neighborhood Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/east-village): East Village, NY real estate page with neighborhood demographics, transit scores, current listings, and nearby businesses. - [Upper West Side | Neighborhood Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/upper-west-side): Upper West Side real estate neighborhood page with census stats, Walk Score data, local businesses, and active property listings. - [Upper East Side | Neighborhood Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/upper-east-side): Upper East Side real estate directory with neighborhood demographics, mobility scores, and property listings in New York City. - [Chelsea | Neighborhood Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods/chelsea): Chelsea real estate page with Census demographics, neighborhood scores, nearby businesses, and MLS property listings. ## Featured Properties - [315 E 68th Street 3F](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/315-e-68th-street-3f-new-york-city-ny-10065-rls20038633): Co-op apartment 3F at 315 E 68th Street, Upper East Side; 2 beds, 2 baths, $1,250,000. - [70-72 Park Terrace W E48](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/70-72-park-terrace-w-28e-new-york-city-ny-10034-rls20015020): Listing for a two-bedroom, one-bath prewar co-op with private terrace in Inwood, Upper Manhattan. - [50 E 89th Street 28E](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/50-e-89th-street-28e-new-york-city-ny-10128-rls20015264): Listing for a 2-bed, 2-bath co-op at The Park Regis in Carnegie Hill, Upper East Side, NYC. - [312-314 E 50th Street 1W](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/312-314-e-50th-street-1w-new-york-city-ny-10022-rls20046479): Triplex 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath Turtle Bay co-op at 312 E 50th Street, near the UN and Grand Central. - [301 E 48th Street 14H](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/301-e-48th-street-14h-new-york-city-ny-10017-rls20049191): One-bedroom co-op at Marlo Towers in Turtle Bay (Midtown East), 1 bath, priced $488,000. - [807 Riverside Drive 3A](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/807-riverside-drive-3a-new-york-city-ny-10032-rls20051984): One-bedroom prewar Art Deco condo at 807 Riverside Drive in Washington Heights for lease, $3,300/month. - [51 E 90th Street 2D](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/51-e-90th-street-2d-new-york-city-ny-10128-rls20020860): Co-op apartment listing: 2-bed, 1-bath Carnegie Hill Upper East Side unit near Central Park and museums. - [145 E 48th Street 24F](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/145-e-48th-street-24f-new-york-city-ny-10017-rls20026764): Midtown East one-bedroom, two-bath condo at The Cosmopolitan, 145 E 48th Street, New York, NY. - [226 E 79th Street n/a](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/226-e-79th-street-n-a-new-york-city-ny-10075-rls20034585): Listing for a 4,412 sq ft Upper East Side townhouse at 226 E 79th Street, 5 beds. - [150 W 79th Street 4A](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/150-w-79th-street-4a-new-york-city-ny-10024-rls20055258): Listing for a 2-bedroom, 2-bath co-op apartment at 150 W 79th Street, Upper West Side, NYC. - [143-153 Bennett Avenue 3E](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/143-153-bennett-avenue-3e-new-york-city-ny-10040-rls20030873): Listing for a renovated one-bedroom co-op apartment at 143-153 Bennett Avenue in Hudson Heights, Upper Manhattan. - [Featured Properties | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/sale): Listings page showing featured residential properties for sale in New York City with addresses, bedrooms, and prices. - [Past Transactions | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/sold): List of past sold and leased residential transactions by the Shapot Team in New York City. - [226 E 79th St](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/226-e-79th-st): Listing for 226 East 79th Street, Upper East Side townhouse: 5 bedrooms, 1,830 sq ft, $6.9M. - [345 E 54th Street 3C](https://theshapotteam.com/properties/345-e-54th-street-3c-new-york-city-ny-10022-rls20004145): Listing for a studio co-op at 345 E 54th Street in Sutton Place, Midtown East, New York. ## Tools - [Home Valuation | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/home-valuation): New York City home valuation landing page for The Shapot Team, with a lead form and contact details. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Be Careful What You Wish For? Manhattan Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/be-careful-what-you-wish-for): A Manhattan real estate blog post examines political and policy shifts reshaping rents, taxes, and landlord economics. - [Uncertainties, Disruptors and Discounters in Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/uncertainties-disruptors-and-discounters-oh-my): Blog post critiques discount real estate brokers and automated valuation tools amid pandemic-era market uncertainty. - [Loud Budgeting: Why Is Everyone Talking About It?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/thats-just-the-way-it-is): A Shapot Team blog post on Gen Z loud budgeting and the changing taboo around discussing personal finance. - [Buyers Representation in Real Estate: Why It Matters](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/buyers-need-to-be-represented): Commentary arguing New York real estate buyers should have dedicated representation in negotiations, board applications, and post-Sitzer | Burnett commissions. - [It's Complicated | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/its-complicated): A Shapot Team blog post on the complicated decisions involved in selling a home and relocating. - [NAR Commission Settlement: What It Means for You](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/a-reasonable-take-on-the-nar-commission-settlement): A Shapot Team blog post on how the NAR commission settlement may change buyer-broker agreements and commission disclosure. - [Parents Buying Manhattan Apartments for Adult Children Tips](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/parents-buying-for-adult-children): A Manhattan real estate blog post outlines how parents buy apartments for adult children and the legal and financing issues involved. - [Brokerage in the Age of Zillow, StreetEasy & AI | NYC Trends](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/brokerage-in-the-age-of-zillow-streeteasy-ai-and-social-media): A Shapot Team blog post argues NYC brokers outperform portals and AI by providing trust, context, and building-specific guidance. - [Approved By The Mortgage Co.; And Then Rejected By The Board](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/approved-by-the-mortgage-co-and-then-rejected-by-the-board): A New York City real estate blog explains why co-op board approval standards often exceed mortgage underwriting. - [Don't Bet Against New York](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/dont-bet-against-new-york): A Manhattan real estate blog post argues New York's resilience will outlast market turbulence and political change. - [Observations On The Local (Luxury) Market](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/observations-on-the-local-luxury-market-1): A Shapot Team blog post on Manhattan luxury real estate, foreign investment, and expectations for a busy summer 2025. - [Future of Real Estate Post NAR Settlement | NYC Buyers](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/the-future-of-real-estate-post-nar-settlement): Shapot Team blog on how the NAR settlement may accelerate buyer agreements and reshape NYC buyer-agent relationships. - [Back to School Sale Real Estate: Seize Buyer Advantages](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/back-to-school-sale): A Shapot Team post frames falling mortgage rates and more inventory as a late-summer buying window. - [Holiday Tipping Guide NYC 2022-2023 for Gracious Giving](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/holiday-tipping-guide-2022-2023): NYC holiday tipping guide for apartment staff and service providers, with suggested gratuity ranges and etiquette advice. - [Board Application Reference Letters for NYC Co-ops](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/board-application-reference-letters): Guide to writing strong board application reference letters for co-op and condo board packages. - [NYC Residential Real Estate Market Insights - Seize the Opportunity](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/my-glass-remains-half-full): An optimistic blog post on shifting conditions in the NYC residential real estate market and where buyers, sellers, and investors may find opportunity. - [Private Listings - What Buyers And Sellers Need To Know](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/private-listings-what-buyers-and-sellers-need-to-know): Blog post from The Shapot Team explains private listings, their pros and cons, and questions buyers and sellers should ask brokers. - [To Buy Or Not To Buy (Wait)? That is the Question! | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/to-buy-or-not-to-buy-wait-that-is-the-question): A Manhattan real estate blog argues buying now may beat waiting as prices, rents, and pent-up demand shift the market. - [Crisis: Danger + Opportunity | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/crisis-danger-opportunity): A blog post on turning pandemic-era and war-driven market disruption into opportunities in Manhattan residential real estate. - [Fed Cuts Rates 50 Basis Points: What It Means Now](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/fed-cuts-rates-by-50-basis-points): A Manhattan real-estate blog post explains how a 50 basis point Fed rate cut may affect buyers, sellers, and market sentiment. - [Buyer and Seller Remorse: Making Peace With Timing](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/buyer-and-seller-remorse): Opinionated real estate blog on buyer and seller remorse, market timing, and whether paper losses really matter. - [Holiday Tipping Guide NYC - Your Essential Etiquette Guide](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/holiday-tipping-guide): A New York City real estate blog post outlines suggested holiday tipping ranges for building staff and other service providers. - [Is Now the Right Time to Buy or Sell a Home Today?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/is-now-the-right-time-to-buy-or-sell-a-home): Shapot Team blog post weighs current New York City conditions for buyers and sellers amid stabilizing rates, inflation, and firm prices. - [Replaced by Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/replaced-by-artificial-intelligence): A Manhattan brokerage blog argues artificial intelligence cannot replace residential real estate brokers. - [Bidding Wars in Manhattan Real Estate - Discover Strategies](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/bidding-wars-in-manhattans-real-estate-market): A Manhattan real estate blog post outlines five strategies for buyers and sellers navigating bidding wars. - [First-Time Buyer Guide to Co-Ops and Condos NYC](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/first-time-buyer-guide-to-co-ops-and-condos-in-upper-manhattan): A first-time buyer guide to co-ops and condos in Upper Manhattan, focused on Hamilton Heights pricing, approval rules, and monthly costs. - [The Human Touch | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/the-human-touch): A blog post argues that real estate pricing and transactions still require human judgment despite Zillow's automated tools. - [Emotions and Consumer Behavior: What Buyers Risk](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/emotions-and-consumer-behavior): A Manhattan real estate blog post on how fear, rates, and low inventory are reshaping buyer decisions and market pace. - [NYC Flip Tax Explained: Costs, Rules & Seller Tips](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/dont-flip-out-about-a-flip-tax): A guide to NYC flip taxes explains costs, payment rules, building bylaws, and common exemptions for co-op and condo sales. - [Sell or Rent Property? Smart Strategies for Owners](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/to-sell-or-not-to-sell-and-maybe-rent): A Shapot Team blog weighs whether Manhattan owners should sell, rent, or list both ways in a rebalancing market. - [Compass Acquisition... what does it mean?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/compass-acquisition-what-does-it-mean): Shapot Team blog assesses the Compass-Anywhere acquisition, warning of fewer independent brokerages and emphasizing agent-client relationships. - [Dreaded Commute to the City Is Keeping Offices Mostly Empty | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/dreaded-commute-to-the-city-is-keeping-offices-mostly-empty): A Shapot Team blog post links New York City office vacancies to commute times and Manhattan real estate opportunities. - [Confused? Conflicted? | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/confused-conflicted): A Manhattan real estate blog post weighs recession signals, rising rents, and shifting conditions for buyers and sellers. - [Fall In Love And Close The Deal | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/fall-in-love-and-close-the-deal): A Valentine's Day blog post compares residential real estate strategy with dating and offers seller-and-buyer advice. - [What You Need To Know About Congestion Pricing](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-congestion-pricing): A blog post explains New York City's congestion pricing plan, tolls, exemptions, and possible real-estate effects. - [Falling In Love... With Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/falling-in-love-with-real-estate): A Manhattan real estate blog post likens homebuying to dating and shares staging, marketing, and negotiation advice. - [Real Estate Reality Television: What It Gets Wrong](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/real-estate-reality-television): An opinion blog post argues that real estate reality TV distorts brokerage work while showcasing luxury properties. - [Letting Go of a Home: Embrace New Beginnings Today](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/what-losing-a-tooth-taught-me-about-letting-go-of-a-home): A guest real-estate blog reflects on the emotions of selling a home and the value of guidance from a residential agent. - [My Crystal Ball | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/my-crystal-ball): Shapot Team blog post on New York City real estate outlook amid higher rates, recession fears, and changing inventory. - [Price Uncertainty | Blog](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/price-uncertainty): A blog post on NYC real estate explains how listing discounts, incentives, and delayed closings distort apparent sale prices. - [Pros of Buying or Selling With Higher Interest Rates?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/putting-your-real-estate-plans-on-hold): A Manhattan real estate blog post weighs the pros of buying and selling during a higher-interest-rate market. - [Midtown West Condo: New Development or Resale?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/new-development-or-resale-midtown-west-condo-decisions): A Midtown West condo guide compares new-development and resale buildings on pricing, inventory, carrying costs, and sponsor incentives. - [Effect of the Pied-a-terre Tax on the NYC Residential Real Estate Market](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/effect-of-the-pied-a-terre-tax-on-the-nyc-residential-real-estate-market): An analysis of how New York City's pied--terre tax is affecting Manhattan's ultra-luxury residential market. - [What It's Like in East Village Today | Is It Right for You?](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/what-its-like-to-live-in-the-east-village-today): Guide to living in Manhattan's East Village, covering nightlife, dining, arts, parks, older housing stock, and current price ranges. - [Transparency in Co-op Apartment Transactions | Why It Matters](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/transparency-in-co-op-apartment-transactions): A Shapot Team blog post argues for greater transparency in NYC co-op board rejections. - [Luxury in Manhattan Real Estate Is Changing | Part I](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/the-changing-flavor-of-luxury-in-manhattan-real-estate-part-i): A Manhattan blog post argues luxury buyers are shifting from prewar co-ops to condominiums, especially on the East Side. - [Cryptocurrency and Co-op Boards: What Buyers Should Know](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/cryptocurrency-and-coop-boards): A real estate blog post explains how cryptocurrency is affecting co-op board reviews of buyer assets. - [Deals Taking Longer to Close in Manhattan? Read Why](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/is-it-my-imagination-or-are-deals-taking-longer-to-close): A Shapot Team blog post examines why Manhattan real estate deals are taking longer to close. - [Manhattan Residential Real Estate Market Advice Today](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/heres-my-advice): Manhattan real estate blog advice for sellers and buyers in a strengthening residential market. - [Gramercy Park Doesn't Reopen Fast. It Reopens Right.](https://theshapotteam.com/blog/gramercy-park-doesnt-reopen-fast-it-reopens-right): A neighborhood report examines Gramercy Park's returning landmarks, new openings, and changing ground-floor businesses. ## Testimonials - [Testimonials | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/testimonials): Client testimonials praise The Shapot Team's persistence, market savvy, and ability to sell challenging New York City properties. ## Core Pages - [The Shapot Team | New York City Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/): The Shapot Team site includes a fair housing compliance notice. ## Other Pages - [Shapot Team Clothing Dirve](https://theshapotteam.com/clothingdrive): The Shapot Team hosts a spring clothing drive benefiting St. Mary's with donation pickup coordination. - [Clothing Drive Thank You](https://theshapotteam.com/clothingdrive-thank-you): Confirmation page for registering for The Shapot Team Fall Clothing Drive. - [Clothing Drive](https://theshapotteam.com/clothingdrive-thankyou): A thank-you page from The Shapot Team and St. Mary's Episcopal Church for the Shapot Team Spring Clothing Drive. - [Contact Us | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/contact): Contact page for The Shapot Team in New York City with a lead form and office contact details. - [Buyers & Sellers | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/buy-and-sell): New York City buyer-and-seller service page for The Shapot Team. - [Lower Manhattan, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/lower-manhattan-homes-for-sale): Lower Manhattan homes for sale are cataloged here with MLS listings, neighborhood links, and contact details for The Shapot Team. - [Neighborhoods | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/neighborhoods): The Shapot Team lists Manhattan neighborhood expertise and contact details for buyers and sellers. - [Upper East Side, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/upper-east-side-homes-for-sale): Upper East Side real-estate listings page with search filters and current home-for-sale results. - [Upper Manhattan, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/upper-manhattan-homes-for-sale): Upper Manhattan homes-for-sale listing page with searchable MLS results from The Shapot Team. - [West Village / Greenwich Village, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/west-village-greenwich-village-homes-for-sale): West Village / Greenwich Village homes-for-sale directory with searchable listings, neighborhood guides, and contact details. - [404 Page Not Found | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/404): 404 error page for The Shapot Team with navigation, contact details, and a brief statement of its service philosophy. - [Midtown West, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/midtown-west-homes-for-sale): Midtown West real estate listings page featuring current homes for sale in New York City. - [Privacy Policy | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/terms-and-conditions): The Shapot Team outlines privacy and terms for its real estate site, including data collection, AI use, sharing, and opt-out choices. - [Thank you! | The Shapot Team | New York City Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/thank-you): A confirmation page for The Shapot Team thanking visitors for contacting the firm. - [East Village, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/east-village-homes-for-sale): East Village real estate listing page featuring current Manhattan homes for sale through The Shapot Team. - [Chelsea, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/chelsea-homes-for-sale): Chelsea real estate listing page for New York City homes, condos, and penthouses from The Shapot Team. - [Direct Mail Contact Page](https://theshapotteam.com/directmailcontact): Contact page for The Shapot Team, with inquiry forms and direct details for New York City real estate services. - [Gramercy Park, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/gramercy-park-homes-for-sale): A Gramercy Park real-estate listings page featuring broker-courtesy homes for sale in New York City. - [Meet the Team | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/team): The Shapot Team's New York City team page lists members, testimonials, and recent Manhattan sales. - [Copy of The Shapot Team | New York City Real Estate](https://theshapotteam.com/sample-homepage): Homepage boilerplate states a commitment to comply with applicable fair housing laws. - [Blog | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/blog): The Shapot Team's Manhattan real estate blog lists neighborhood and market posts spanning Lower Manhattan, Chelsea, Midtown East, and Upper Manhattan. - [The Shapot Team Election Day 2024 Contest](https://theshapotteam.com/election2024): Contact page for The Shapot Team, a New York City real estate team with neighborhood listings and inquiry forms. - [Midtown East, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/midtown-east-homes-for-sale): A Midtown East real estate listings page presents search filters, featured homes, and contact options for The Shapot Team. - [Market Reports | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/market-reports): Manhattan real estate market reports summarize quarterly sales trends and outlooks from 2024-2025. - [Upper West Side, New York Real Estate & Homes For Sale - The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/upper-west-side-homes-for-sale): Upper West Side real estate listings page featuring searchable homes for sale in New York City. - [Monday Morning | New York City Real Estate | The Shapot Team](https://theshapotteam.com/monday-morning): A Shapot Team blog archive for Michael's Monday Morning Moment on the Manhattan Market.