Michael Degenstein is a native New Yorker with a rapidly growing reputation for delivering outstanding results in commercial real estate. In a short time, he has completed over 155,000 square feet of leasing transactions totaling more than $100 million in volume, representing both landlords and tenants across a wide range of asset classes.

His notable transactions include representing Keller Williams NYC in their 22,500-square-foot lease at 360 Madison Avenue, the Government of Morocco in securing an 8,500-square-foot annex to their consulate at 369 Lexington Avenue, and Rystad Energy in their 7,688-square-foot lease at the Empire State Building. He also served as a consultant to the landlord of 3830 Woodside Avenue on the 55,000-square-foot headquarters lease renewal for Steve Madden.

Previously, Michael served as the National Director of Embassy and Consulate Services for KW Government Services, where he gained deep experience managing complex international real estate transactions. His commitment to excellence and integrity in the field earned him the Young Real Estate Professional of the Year honor at the 2023 RED Connect Commercial Real Estate Awards.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Michael is passionate about community engagement and philanthropy, having raised funds for the Mariano Rivera Foundation among other causes. An avid traveler who has explored over 35 countries, he brings a global perspective and cultural fluency to every client interaction. Michael also maintains a creative outlet as a photographer, with his work exhibited and sold at the renowned Georges Bergès Gallery in SoHo. He holds a degree in Advertising from Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, leveraging his background in branding and marketing to ensure every listing receives the visibility it deserves.