The Modell Team

The Modell Team Leslie S. Modell is a Senior Global Real Estate Advisor and Associate Broker for Sotheby's International Realty in Manhattan, New York

Modell, Senior Global Real Estate Advisor and Associate Broker, is a top-producing broker in Manhattan. Her impressive sales track record and years of experience have earned her a reputation as being a leader in the highly competitive real estate market, and have resulted in her garnering both repeat and referral business form her extensive client base worldwide. Throughout her successful career,

Leslie has received prominent media recognition as an industry authority. She and her deals have been featured in major publications including The New York Times, Crain's, New York Magazine, The New York Post, The New York Daily News, The Real Deal, Avenue Magazine, and numerous others. Leslie has also appeared on NY1 and Open House NYC, and was the featured broker and host for many years on HGTV's highly popular “Selling New York” program, where she showcased her expertise and exclusive listings. Leslie is proud to be New York Residential real estate (NYRS) certified by the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), the highest level of achievement in residential real estate. Leslie joined Sotheby's International Realty to ensure her clients receive the optimal brand awareness, global reach and marketing prowess they deserve. Whether she is selling a luxurious co-op, condo, penthouse or townhouse uptown, or a distinctive downtown loft, she delivers superior service to clients in every price range, and handles each deal with impeccable attention to detail. A native and lifelong New Yorker, Leslie holds a degree in psychology from New York University. She is a longtime resident of Manhattan's Upper East Side, where she raised her family. Having managed a total lobby renovation and served as president and vice president of her co-op board, Leslie is intimately familiar with building procedures and board policies, and draws upon her network of professional resources, from architects to designers. Her seasoned experience and incomparable knowledge make her the ultimate broker for a diverse clientele base with the most discerning needs.

Ultra-Exclusive Silicon Valley Estate | Villa de Verano3000 Ralston Avenue, Hillsborough, CaliforniaSotheby’s Referral P...
06/19/2026

Ultra-Exclusive Silicon Valley Estate | Villa de Verano
3000 Ralston Avenue, Hillsborough, California
Sotheby’s Referral Partner:Jennifer Gilson Jennifer Gilson

12+ secluded acres. Lake Como elegance. Gated privacy, symmetry and scale.

12,404 sq ft main residence — three levels, elevator, pool and Bay views
4,612 sq ft guest house and sports pavilion
Fitness center, theater, game room, spa, 2,100-gallon saltwater aquarium

Grounds: amphitheater, Asian garden, rose garden, redwood grove, reflection pond
Sports Pavilion: championship tennis, pickleball, volleyball, bocce, putting green, executive golf course

Villa de Verano. A legacy estate, reimagined

Price Improvement: Sherry Netherland, Residence 1614Now $10,500 1 Bedroom | 1 BathBuilt in 1927 and landmarked, the Sher...
06/18/2026

Price Improvement: Sherry Netherland, Residence 1614
Now $10,500

1 Bedroom | 1 Bath

Built in 1927 and landmarked, the Sherry Netherland sits at the center of everything. Central Park at your door. The Plaza, The Pierre, and the finest dining and shopping Manhattan has to offer within steps.

Residence 1614 offers oversized east and west facing windows, hardwood floors, elegant pre-war moldings, a windowed kitchen with black countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a black marble bathroom with soaking tub and separate shower.

💎 White glove amenities include a 24-hour doorman, concierge, attended elevators, and daily maid service. Fitness center, hair salon, and valet parking also available.

This is Manhattan living at its most refined.

Leslie Modell      
Senior Global Real Estate Advisor
Associate Broker Sotheby’s International Realty


The Real Cost of Underpricing vs. OverpricingTwo common pricing mistakes, two very different outcomes. Strategic pricing...
06/17/2026

The Real Cost of Underpricing vs. Overpricing

Two common pricing mistakes, two very different outcomes.

Strategic pricing isn’t about going high or low, it’s about positioning a home to perform from day one.

Swipe through for what each approach actually costs, and why the first two weeks on market matter most.

Leslie Modell | Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

In Contract in Less Than 20 Days. 🏙️📍 35 Sutton Place, 10E35 Sutton Place came to market with a clear strategy, precise ...
06/15/2026

In Contract in Less Than 20 Days. 🏙️
📍 35 Sutton Place, 10E

35 Sutton Place came to market with a clear strategy, precise pricing and it found the right buyer fast.

This is what experienced representation looks like in one of the world’s most competitive markets.

Considering a sale this summer? Let’s talk about what that process could look like for you

Leslie Modell | Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

Before you list, know where your dollars actually work. 🏙️A few thoughtful updates can shift buyer perception and your f...
06/12/2026

Before you list, know where your dollars actually work. 🏙️

A few thoughtful updates can shift buyer perception and your final number.

Here’s what’s worth the investment👇
✨ Neutral paint and updated lighting
✨ Hardware refreshes in kitchens and baths
✨ Smart storage solutions

Thinking about selling this year? Let’s talk about what your space needs. 📩

Leslie Modell | Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

The Chatham Condominium📍 181 East 65th Street, Upper East SideThere are buildings you live in. And then there are buildi...
06/11/2026

The Chatham Condominium
📍 181 East 65th Street, Upper East Side

There are buildings you live in. And then there are buildings that define how you live.

The Chatham at 181 East 65th Street is one of the Upper East Side’s most distinguished addresses, designed by Robert A.M. Stern, finished with details you simply don’t find anymore.

If you’ve been curious about what’s available here, let’s talk.

Leslie S. Modell
Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

CLOSED ✨📍870 Fifth Avenue, 11AA rare, reimagined Fifth Avenue home with Park views and a layout that simply feels right....
05/07/2026

CLOSED ✨
📍870 Fifth Avenue, 11A

A rare, reimagined Fifth Avenue home with Park views and a layout that simply feels right.

It was one of a kind, and it didn’t last.

Buyer represented by Leslie Modell, Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

With over two decades of experience navigating Manhattan’s most prestigious addresses, Leslie brings the kind of market knowledge, discretion, and access that moves the right people into the right homes.

The right advisor doesn’t just list your home, they place it.Sotheby’s International Realty spans 75+ countries and over...
05/06/2026

The right advisor doesn’t just list your home, they place it.

Sotheby’s International Realty spans 75+ countries and over 1,000 offices worldwide.

When you work with a senior global advisor, your property reaches qualified buyers across every major luxury market, backed by over 275 years of the Sotheby’s name.

Access. Relationships. Reach. That is the difference.

Leslie Modell, Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

The Details At The Chatham Condominium 181 East 65th Street 5ADesigned by Robert A.M. Stern and set within one of the Up...
05/05/2026

The Details At The Chatham Condominium
181 East 65th Street 5A

Designed by Robert A.M. Stern and set within one of the Upper East Side’s most distinguished white-glove condominiums, Residence 5A at The Chatham is a study in proportion, privacy, and refined detail.

A 26-foot herringbone gallery introduces the home.

Beyond it, oversized windows, French doors, custom millwork, black granite, and marble every finish considered, every space intentional.

Three bedrooms, three baths, a versatile den, and full white-glove service in the heart of the Upper East Side.

Listed with Leslie Modell, Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker, Sotheby’s International Realty

Ready to make an offer?Pause.Before the number pulls you in, take a moment to ask the questions that truly define value....
05/04/2026

Ready to make an offer?

Pause.

Before the number pulls you in, take a moment to ask the questions that truly define value. The smartest buyers know—it’s never just about the price.

Three questions to consider before your next move.

Save this for your next showing.

Leslie Modell
Senior Global Real Estate Advisor | Associate Broker
Sotheby’s International Realty

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