Laurel Lustgarten

12/18/25jay E

Google Review

I cannot speak highly enough of Laurel. She is exceptionally knowledgeable and a true expert in her field. Laurel is consistently responsive to emails, texts, and inquiries of any kind, regardless of the time or complexity of the question. Laurel did not rush us at any point during the process, always giving honest feedback and we saw a lot of properties at all hours.
For full transparency, we worked with Laurel when purchasing our first home in 2015 and reached out to her again in 2025, unsure of what to expect after so many years. Her patience, professionalism, thoughtful guidance, and genuine care for her clients were evident throughout the entire process. She took the time to walk us through every step of the home-buying journey, from the initial consultation to the closing table.
I highly recommend Laurel and her team to both first-time and repeat buyers. Professionals who deliver this level of service and customer care are increasingly rare. Our family is truly grateful for her support and expertise.

12/8/25Amy Betkowski

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I can’t say enough great things about Laurel! From start to finish she went above and beyond in every aspect of selling my home. Her work ethic is truly unmatched! She is always available, always in communication and always one step ahead. I never once felt out of the loop and her guidance through each stage of the process was invaluable.

What stood out the most was her professionalism and genuine dedication. She worked incredibly hard to make the sale as smooth and successful as possible. I am deeply appreciative of all her efforts, expertise, and support. I highly recommend Laurel if you’re looking for an agent who puts in the extra effort and truly delivers!

9/5/25Evelyn Spear

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Our experience of selling our home with Laurel was nothing short of perfect! To say she is good at what she does is an understatement. We were comfortable with her the moment we met her. She gave us advice and we were able to sell our home in 4 days will multiple offers. She stayed on top of things and always kept us updated.It was an absolute pleasure to work with Laurel. If you want to work with someone who is looking out for you and your home, Laurel is your realtor. You won’t regret working with this amazing woman! Thanks again Laurel 😊

8/4/25APC

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"Laurel is FANTASTIC! She is friendly, to-the-point, professional and always available by phone/text. She made the selling of our house quick and stress-free! HIGHLY recommend this experienced agent for all of your real estate needs! "

7/23/25Frank Tscherne

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What can I say? If you want professionalism look no further than Laurel Lustgarten at Howard Hanna. From first meeting to closing she is with you all the way! Whatever you need she's there for you. I'd have her as my agent again without a doubt!

7/10/25Elizabeth Henriquez

Google Review

Are you looking for a competent and knowledgeable agent? Look no further! Her name is Laurel Lustgarten. She is exceptional and on top of her game. When I first met Laurel I knew she was the agent who would sell my home. Boy was I right! Within 6 days on the market, I had multiple offers. Her 20+years’ experience make her an asset to her profession.
She exhibits confidence, positivity and has a pleasant and easy-going personality. Her communication skills are excellent. Every time I had questions or concerns, I would call or email her, and she would respond quickly. She also kept me informed on each step of the selling process. Her personal tips on how to stage your home were helpful. Laurel's marketing skills are strategic and efficient.
She is successful in using different platforms to advertise the home. She understands the local market and provides valuable insights. Her negotiation skills are perceptive and honest. Laurel made this process stress free. Her work ethic is superb, and she cares about the interest of her clients.
I highly recommend her. You won’t be disappointed!

6/19/25Alexis Mallory

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Laurel is an amazing realtor. She really knows her stuff and has her finger on the pulse of the real estate market. She is top notch and guided us through the entire process seamlessly.

6/18/25Patricia Guallini

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I did my homework when searching for just the right realtor to help sell our condo, to the point of interviewing them before I selected Laurel. Laurel was familiar with the somewhat unique aspects of the complex my condo was located in; she was completely upfront about the process of selling my condo in today's market and buyer's expectations. During the walk through she noted the positive aspects of the property noted those I might want to update or change and what to leave as is to best show the property and attain our goals. When reviewing the comps, she supported my idea to go over the current market a bit to allow for negotiating by the buyer. When offers were made, and they came within days, she guided me through choosing the best offer to accept; the one which would most likely complete the process of purchase. BTW, we got our full asking price and closed in record time! Now about Laurel. She is professional, knowledgeable, prepared, responsive like no other, encouraging and made me feel like I was the only client she had. We worked together as a team. I did my homework, and I chose the right realtor, Laurel Lustgarten. If you are looking for a realtor to help you through this process, look no further, it's Laurel Lustgarten without a doubt.

5/31/25Lauren Abramson

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Laurel was amazing - she was communicative, easy to work with, and helped us get an offer on our home within a week of going to market. She understands what people want, is direct and honest, and highly recommend working with her!

4/30/25Steve Peck

Google Review

Laurel is an exemplary real estate agent. She worked extremely hard to bring the sale of our townhouse to fruition. She has excellent communication skills and was always very responsive to questions or comments. From beginning to end, she provided us with excellent guidance. She was highly professional throughout the process. Laurel was a pleasure to work with, and I highly recommend her.

4/23/25G V

Google Review

We recently had the privilege of working with Laurel on the sale of our home in the Catskills, and the experience exceeded all expectations. From the beginning, Laurel educated us and guided us through every step, ultimately helping us sell our home in just two weeks.

She provided a clear assessment of our home's value and recommended a strategic starting price. Thanks to her expert handling, what followed was a competitive bidding war that she mediated with skill and professionalism.

Laurel’s work ethic is impeccable. She thoroughly vetted every bidder to ensure they were qualified, and she was always available—day, evening, or weekend—treating us more like family than clients. Her communication was outstanding: she responded to all emails immediately and kept us updated daily with timely, detailed information.

We are incredibly grateful for her dedication and couldn’t have asked for a better partner in this process.

3/25/25stella parrino

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Laurel did an outstanding job assisting us in selling our home. Her expertise in the market allowed her to set our home at a fair market price. Laurel was very involved in every aspect of the selling, negotiating and closing of our home. We could not have chosen a better realtor

12/15/24J Q

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We began this process looking for the right real estate agent...we completed this process gaining a new family member. Laurel was extremely empathetic to our needs. Selling our family home of 45 years was a difficult and emotional chapter in our life. Laurel was there for us every step of the way. She was there to answer our questions 24/7- never off limits. Selling a home can be scary and she was always willing to stop to answer our questions to ensure we were comfortable through out the entire process. Laurel was there to support us with any obstacle or "bump" in the road and even served as a shoulder to cry on when things became a bit overwhelming. We would highly recommend Laurel to anyone looking for an honest, trust worthy, hard working and realistic real estate agent to sell your home or even in helping to find your new perfect home. She works not only for you but alongside you every step of the way. Laurels continuous follow up with other agents and/or lawyers kept the ball rolling. Frequently going above and beyond her expected duties as a real estate agent. We are forever grateful for all Laurel did for our family. She understood how important it was for us to sell our house to the right family that would love the home as much as we did and she delivered!

12/9/24Madeline Horler

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Laurel is absolutely phenomenal! From the very beginning, she went above and beyond to ensure that selling my grandmas home was as seamless and stress-free as possible. What truly sets her apart is her ability to remain calm, collected, and solution-focused, even when unexpected challenges arose.

Laurel’s deep expertise, tireless work ethic, and commitment to her clients were evident in every interaction. She kept me informed every step of the way, patiently answering all of my questions, and always had a plan to overcome any obstacle. Whether it was negotiating with finesse, or simply offering a kind word of encouragement, she was there for me 100%.

Thanks to her, what could have been a nerve-wracking process turned into a smooth and even enjoyable experience. If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares about your goals and will go the extra mile to achieve them, Laurel is the agent for you. I can't recommend her highly enough—she's simply the best!

10/12/24Edward Cook

Google Review

I recently sold my home in Warwick, NY. It was a long process, with more than a few speed bumps. Through it all, had an exceptional real estate agent representing me and helping me each step of the way. I was represented by Laurel Lustgarten of Howard Hanna/Rand Realty . Laurel is personable, knowledgeable, a great communicator with excellent follow up skills. I highly recommend her if you’re in the market for a quality agent who will give you top notch service each step of the way.

9/16/24Karyn

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We recently had the pleasure of working with Laurel Lustgarten as our seller's agent, and we could not be happier with the experience! From start to finish, she was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Laurel took the time to understand our needs, provided expert advice on pricing and market trends, and developed a solid strategy to showcase our property. She was always available to answer our questions, provided timely updates and valuable feedback. What truly set Laurel apart was her dedication to getting the best possible outcome for us. She managed negotiations seamlessly, ensuring we received top value our home. If you are looking for a seller's agent who goes above and beyond, we highly recommend Laurel. Her expertise and commitment made the entire process stress-free and a success!

9/6/24Chaya Schwartz

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I cannot recommend Laurel enough! From start to finish, she was everything you could ask for in a real estate broker. Punctual, hardworking, and prepared for every showing, she handled every challenge with grace and professionalism. She is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the market but also deeply thoughtful and meticulous in her approach.

What really stood out, though, was her incredible character. Laurel is just an amazing person—funny, warm, and kind. She knew exactly how to keep me laughing and calm during the more stressful moments, which made the whole process so much easier.

No detail was too small, and no obstacle too big—she always found a way to make things happen. Her dedication to ensuring I had the best experience possible truly set her apart. If you’re looking for a broker who is as kind and personable as she is skilled and efficient, Laurel Lustgarten is the one. Simply put, she’s perfect.

8/16/24Adam Feinberg

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From the moment we met Laurel we knew she was the perfect real estate agent for us. She is professional, always there to answer questions or concerns in a timely manner, incredibly knowledgeable about the buying/selling process, kind hearted....the list goes on and on. Although we probably sent Laurel 30+ listings to look into, she was always willing to do her part and provide her honest opinion and perspective. I would recommend Laurel to anyone who's in the market to buy or sell a home. Please believe me when I say you're in wonderful hands!

8/15/24Cassandra Hart

Google Review

Great with communication. Advocates for clients. Even takes notes for you at walk throughs. She is the best!

7/26/24William Backus

Google Review

Laurel was excellent and knowledgeable in all aspects of selling our house. She was diligent and was there for us every step of the way. We would highly recommend her!

5/30/24Ashley S

Google Review

Laurel was absolutely amazing. She was by our side the entire home purchasing process from start to finish. She helped us find our dream home in a tough market. I wouldn’t have wanted to go through this process with anyone else. I would recommend Laurel to anyone looking for a realtor, as well as go to her again if in the home buying/selling situation again.

5/29/24MikeM

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Highly Recommend! Laurel exceeded expectations throughout the entire selling process. She was an ally, friend, advisor and helped us navigate the sale of our home. We felt like we were constantly “ahead of the curve” in every step of the process, which was entirely due to Laurel's thoroughness and dedication. We always knew Laurel had us covered. We cannot imagine a better experience and cannot wait to refer other people moving forward.

5/20/24Landrum Media

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Laurel was fantastic! The reason I chose her was because she said she assists clients as if they were her personal friends. She proved to be that and also very professional. She was particularly professional when we got tough news during the sale but Laurel was a pro and guided us through the process.

2/26/24Sal Abruscato

Google Review

Laurel was fantastic to deal with and highly recommend if you’re looking to buy and sell your home! Super professional and informative!

12/27/23Barbara Kelly

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Working with Laurel on the sale of our home was an absolute pleasure! She was extremely patient with us, as we started the process 18 months prior to actually listing our home. She never pressured us and didn't try to rush things for a quick sale. She was professional, knowledgeable, easily accessible and kept us informed every step of the way. Her attention to detail was beyond compare. I trusted her implicitly on every decision that had to be made. I would HIGHLY recommend Laurel to anyone looking to buy or sell a home and will happily refer her to all of my friends and family.

12/10/23Lauren O'Neill

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Me and my husband were highly referred to Laurel about a year ago as we embarked on our very specific house hunt. We wanted a lot of land, but also a fixer upper, as well as a detached living space for family. Laurel always got us into see homes immediately after I reached out to her and always accommodated our 5:30 PM showing availability time. She never tried to push homes on us that were not the right fit, or sell us on anything. I felt like she was really in our corner and wanted us to find the perfect home for our family, even if that meant going to some very unique places. Over the summer a home came on the marker on a Thursday (it needed 24 hour showing notice), i reached out to Laurel and we were the first showing that Friday. This turned out to be the home that was right for us. I have no doubt that had Laurel not been so aggressive in getting us in immediately, as well as our offer - that someone else couldve scooped up this house. But Laurel's promptness to her clients and availability really sets her apart, and gives you the best chance as getting the home that you want! She also stayed in super close contact with us throughout the entire buying process, answering all of our of questions and guiding us. She is extremely knowledgeable on all things that involve buying a home, as well as home construction. On top of that, she is also just very enjoyable to be around and spend time with!! We highly highly recommend Laurel! And plan to use her and refer her in the future.

12/8/23Michael Kelly

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Laurel came highly recommended and I completely understand why. We used Laurel as our agent in the sale of my parent's home. She was professional and guided us through the entire process - she was totally "hands-on" and knowledge of the housing market was outstanding. She anticipated every scenario and was always prompt and courteous. Her personal attention made me feel that she was completely invested in the process and made a challenging task go smoothly
I would highly recommend Laurel!

11/28/23John Guyette

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We asked Laurel to be our agent for the sale of our home because she was the person who worked with us 7 years ago when we purchased this same home. And we were very happy that we did! Her professionalism, along with her "bed side manner" through some stressful moments was so evident again right from the start and was a key part of making this whole experience an enjoyable, not painful one. This was our first time selling a home and Laurel made sure we were ready for every step of the process, while being 100% accessible for any questions or follow ups.
I have been a manager for many years and can say to anyone reading this review that they would be remiss in not getting Laurel involved in their future plans regarding their real estate decisions. She is completely competent and knowledgeable of her business and demonstrated this to us continually from start to finish.
In the end, Laurel was more like a sister to us, and we will always consider her a part of our family. The best part of all this is the friendship that was created and will continue for many years.
John & Mia Guyette

11/10/23Lisa Vassallo

Google Review

Laurel was a pleasure to work with and made the whole the entire process of selling my home a positive one!

9/22/23Valentina Quilez

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Where do I even begin to describe what an amazing experience we had using Laurel as our agent? This was the first home my husband and I owned, so our first experience selling. We did our research and did interview multiple realtors. From the moment we meet Laurel we know she would be the one to help us sell our home. She made us feel so comfortable. The way she carried herself and her many years of knowledge/experience we knew we made the right decision. Laurel went above and beyond making our first selling process extremely smooth. Selling a home can be a very emotional process but Laurel was right there to support our every question and concern. Our family is all moving down south one at a time and Laurel will be the agent for each home as they are all ready to sell! Do not hesitate, hire Laurel for your next home sale!!!

9/10/23Adrienne Johnston

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Amazing Realtor! Start to finish..She made the sale of my home flawless. Whatever issues came up Laurel took care of them. She went over and above with every situation. Laurel is a seasoned realtor with many rewards to show from her long ongoing success in the real estate business. Her knowledge of the business is tremendous. She worked the sale of my home as if she were selling her own home. Most importantly..she definitely had my best interests at heart. I never felt for one second that it was just about a sale! She was always quick to help. She is patient and compassionate! I have dealt with many, many realtors. Hands down..Laurel is the best. As a matter of fact… I will miss talking, emailing and texting with her as we did on a daily basis. This woman is a gem. Don’t hesitate to call her for a sale or purchase of your next home!

6/17/23Sharon McCloud

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My husband and I had the best experience with buying our home because of Laurel. She was the most professional, diligent, on point agent. Through all trials and tribulations she kept on it and even had answers before the questions came out. We will forever be grateful and continue to recommend and use Laurel as our agent for any future sales or purchases.

3/10/23Sam Green

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Since don’t live in the area, I searched for a realtor online before coming to town to arrange the house sale. When I found Laurel’s info, I read a lot of her glowing, effusive online reviews and thought they sounded too good to be true. I mean, nobody is THAT good, right? Wrong. Laurel really is the best. From start to finish, she was incredibly knowledgeable, proactive, professional, and accessible. She immediately understood our situation and everything there was to know about the house, and communicated clearly what she was doing, what she thought we should do, and when we should expect things to happen. She is also very personable and a pleasure to interact with, in person or (most often in our case) by email. She arranged photos and a listing on very short notice, knew just what the right asking price was, walked us through some fairly complicated negotiations and circumstances, checked on the house when it was empty several times, and even went to the closing when we couldn’t be there, just in case any questions came up. Top notch service throughout, and always with the most positive attitude. So here is another glowing, effusive online review that Laurel absolutely deserves.

12/22/22Jennifer Piper

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Wow!! Where to begin? It was such a pleasure working with Laurel Lustgarten. She is absolutely the best in the business! We hired Laurel as our selling agent and we couldn't be happier that we chose her. She met with us right away and we knew immediately we didn't want to work with anyone else. She gave great advice of what improvements were needed to sell the house quickly and for the best price. Every one of her suggestions paid off. The time and thoughtfulness she put into the home description for the listing was spot-on and appreciated. Her knowledge of the housing market and the neighborhood helped to price our house just right and get us multiple offers within a week. Laurel is extremely responsive. She answered her phone, texts and emails always right away.

We certainly hit some obstacles with the sale, which is common with all real estate transactions. We trusted Laurel's judgement through every step. Her calm mindset and proactive problem solving helped us overcome the issues and closed the sale. If you're reading this, do not hesitate to call Laurel, she is just an all around wonderful person. Thank you again Laurel, we are forever grateful!

12/12/22Billy Brauer

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If you want to sell your house with no hassle call Laurel she knows the business inside out and really cares about the client you’ll be sorry if you don’t use her.

11/20/22Marc Dobrzynski

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I first meet Laurel back in 2009 when my wife and I were purchasing our home. Most recently Laurel was the agent for us when we were purchasing a condo for my mother. Mom was looking to downside and had her heart set on a specific complex. It was unclear if this was even feasible given the market conditions. When an opportunity arose, Laurel quickly acted and give us important advice on how to best position ourselves when the bidding began. She was quick to respond to all questions and inquires and I felt confident in her ability to represent us. Laurel is excellent and I would highly recommend her as an agent to anyone!

Marc Dobrzynski

11/13/22Sarah McPherson

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Laurel was on top of every aspect of the sale from showing to closing, inspections and communication with the buyer's agent. It was a pleasure to work with someone who is so professional and competent as Laurel. If you are looking to sell your home, I would highly recommend Laurel. Laurel is the best!!

11/11/22Gypsie Cardwell

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You want Laurel on your side!! Where to start! Laurel is the the best. From the minute my husband and I knew we were going to start looking for a home, we knew we were going to use Laurel. My husband used her for a purchase 16 years ago, and she's just as wonderful as she was back then. S6he very attentive, no matter the day of the week. She keept in touch through out the whole process to see how things are moving along or if we needed anything. She has no problem answering questions, as silly as they may seem. She's beyond knowledgeable about the market, down to the process of getting a mortgage. Her recommendations for attorneys, home inspectors and everything in between are extremely helpful. She recommendeds the best on the business because she's the best in the business! If we ever need to sell or purchase, she'll be the first person we go to! Thank you Laurel, from our family for everything you've done for us and getting us into our beautiful new home!

10/27/22Donald Van Houten

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I've had the pleasure of having Laurel represent me both as a buyer and a seller. I couldn't be more happier with her professionalism and knowledge of the real estate market. I always felt like I was important, listened to and advised in the best way.

7/18/22Bhanu Dada

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Laurel was amazing to work with! She is an experienced agent who understands market movements, trends and has a reliable network related to the buying/selling process. She will truly work towards what is best for you as the customer. We had the pleasure of working with Laurel 2 times on a purchase and sale. At each step in the process her input was valuable and was able to work in the background to ensure an overall smooth process. In other words, Laurel gets things done!! I would highly recommend Laurel!

7/15/22Todd Dickel

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Laurel is a true professional! From the start everything was handled quickly and expeditiously, her guidance and advice were right on the mark. It was an effortless sale of my home, thanks to her, and I would deal with no other!

7/1/22Gini Markose

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Laurel Lustgarten did an absolutely incredible job in selling our house. she is very knowledgeable about the market, knows what she is doing in and out. We live out of state and she handled everything from helping us to find someone to do the cleaning, lawn service, and to even find the attorney. She explained everything and made us feel much more at ease dealing with the entire process. She handled everything professionally and timely!
If you are looking to sell a house or to buy one you don’t need to think twice, you found the right person! We do not have enough words to acknowledge her service. Laurel is excellent! Highly recommended!!!

6/28/22Sue Rosen

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I would recommend Laurel to anyone. She did a fantastic job and working with her was extremely easy. Laurel went over and above during all aspects of this home sale. I was out of state the whole time and she made sure that the home was well taken care of. I truly appreciated her hard work.

6/25/22Michael Fescoe

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Laurel was extremely committed to making sure that our home was displayed in the most favorable way. She is very professional and committed to getting the best possible results for her clients. This is the fourth time we have worked with Laurel and I highly recommend her to any and all who are looking to get the best bang for their buck.

6/24/22Melanie Fescoe

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6/2/22George De Puy

Google Review

Laurel Lustgarten is an exceptional realtor who goes above and beyond to sell your house. She did a fantastic job of presenting our house and getting top dollar for it. It was a pleasure to work with her and I would recommend her highly.

4/3/22Kleo Tripodianos

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Laurel is one of, if not the BEST agent in the area! She is an extraordinary and professional realtor with amazing transactional skills. Her years of experience as a seasoned agent are reflected in every step of your transaction. My husband and I have been involved in real estate for many years and know many agents. We chose Laurel because we admired her professionalism and dedicated work ethic, and we were not disappointed! We felt she always represented and worked for us, which isn't always the case. Laurel takes the time to understand your needs and timeline right from the beginning. She always answered her phone/texts and replied to emails swiftly. She has an excellent understanding of the local market and will be truthful and realistic about your home. Laurel has strong transactional skills and stays involved from offer to closing doing whatever it takes to make for a smooth sales process. We truly trust her judgment. Laurel represented us on our investment property sales, personal home sale and referred us (after vetting several agents on our behalf) to a great buyer's agent to help with our out-of-state move. I highly recommend her services to anyone thinking of buying or selling a property. She is simply the best!

3/25/22Kamo Kween

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So, back in early 2018, we realized we wanted to move to Tennessee. We were sick of New York winters (not to mention a 3 letter word that starts with t and rhymes with “axes”), and maybe most of all we valued the beautiful scenery and southern-charm culture of Tennessee. It was a matter of when and where we would move, not if.

Thats when we were referred to Laurel Lustgarten to sell our New York home.

The first thing that caught our attention was that she was referred to us. That meant that other people already liked her and trusted her! The second thing we loved was how connected she was to the local community, and how it showed in her social media. She was constantly promoting local small businesses and restaurants on her Facebook page. As a small business owner myself, I thought that was pretty cool. And it demonstrated how much she cared about the greater Orange County, New York area.

She’s much more than a realtor. She’s a true champion of the community.

So if you’re looking for an amazing local real estate agent in the Orange County area, I can’t recommend Laure enough.

She knows much more than houses. She understands all of the neighborhoods and communities, and can give strategic advice.
That’s what we wanted in an agent, and that’s what we got!

Thank you Laurel!

12/31/21Tim Wu

Google Review

Laurel went above and beyond selling our home.
We already moved out of our home before listing it. Laurel helped us check on the house, made countless visits to dump out the basement dehumidifier, and even made trips to town hall to submit documents on our behalf.
She was extremely responsive throughout the whole process and always kept us updated.
I would recommend Laurel to anyone looking to sell their home.

12/28/21Jerry Ruggiero

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Laurel is definitely a well-informed professional. This is an agent who takes the time to explain the entire process of selling your home. From the very beginning to the very end, she keeps you informed and responds quickly to any concerns you may have in a way that is clear and understandable. Her honest assessment of our home was spot on. Every step of the way her suggestions absolutely paid off. Her attention to detail definitely made the entire process quicker, easier, and more profitable. It is our pleasure to recommend Laurel as your trusted real estate professional. "

11/19/21Mona Branigan

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Laurel is an exceptional seller's agent--always professional, responsive, positive and understanding. She well deserves her exemplary reputation as one of the finest realtors in the Hudson Valley.

11/18/21Betsy Mulvihill

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Professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and a wonderful human being! Laurel Lustgarten is a top notch realtor and has an extensive knowledge of the real estate market. With her pleasant, easygoing nature Laurel guided us from our first meeting and was always available to us right through to the closing. Her sharp eye for detail could be seen in the care she took to help us ready our home for pictures. Communication was always consistent, with phone calls weekly to update us on the status of the reams of paperwork that selling a home entails.
Finding the right realtor is so important, buying/selling a home is a major undertaking, having Laurel Lustgarten to facilitate made the process easier to understand and navigate.
I would give her 10 stars if I could!😊⭐️

11/8/21Patti P

Google Review

If you are looking through reviews for feedback on realtors, and you come across Laurel Lustgarten and wonder if her 5-star reviews are legit/accurate, let me tell you they are! Laurel is AMAZING; not only does she have incredible knowledge and understanding of the market, she is also an absolute pleasure and delight to know and work with! Laurel exceeded our expectations from day one; she made us feel like we were her top priority and was incredibly attentive with constant communication and support throughout the entire process. We sold our home in record time in a pleasurable and stress-free manner. Laurel is the best of the best! If you are looking for a realtor- STOP- you just found her……

11/2/21Ross S

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Laurel is the most professional realtor we have ever worked with. She was a true pleasure to work with. She responds to all of our communications within a reasonable time frame and answers all of our questions with knowledge. She knows her business! If we ever need to sell another house, we will definitely use Laurel again. Do yourself the favor and hire her to sell your home. You won't regret it.

10/16/21Donna Brundage

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Laurel was a TERRIFIC agent. She kept us up on everything including my attorney who wrote emails we couldn't understand.The communication was excellent. I could reach her at anytime of the day and in the evening. She has a wonderful personality and knows how to speak to people. I felt like she was a friend not only my agent. I will keep in touch with her. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a realtor.

10/8/21Amanda Orengo

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The process of buying my first home was an absolute pleasure. Laurel certainly made this overwhelming process quick, easy, and simple, even in the midst of the crazy real estate market. If I ever have to repeat this process again I wouldn’t choose anyone else.

9/27/21Christopher Attard

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Laurel is wonderful! She was very professional throughout the whole process and answered any questions we had. She made sure every step of the process was complete in a timely manner. I definitely recommend Laurel if you are looking to buy / sell your house!

9/11/21Kevin Carbone

Google Review

From the beginning of this experience to the closing, Laurel has been a dream to work with. She gave a fair estimation of the house, kept the expectations realistic, which is due to her vast experience and we closed on the property 3 months from the listing!! She was always quick to communicate and offered her expertise regularly to help complete this process. We have worked with her in the past as a buyer and that experience was amazing as well. I highly recommend her for any real estate venture.

9/2/21Trey Brindle

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Laurel did an amazing job which resulted in an offer that was better than we could have imagined on our house. She is incredibly knowledgeable and insightful about market trends. I would definitely recommend her!

8/24/21Jean s

Google Review

Laure was so professional and very personable. She gave me suggestions on how to get ready to list my home and all of her ideas were great! She kept me informed and explained the process as we went along. I would, and have, recommend her to anyone who needs and wants the best in the business!

7/11/21Doreen C Baptiste

Google Review

I can't speak highly enough of my experience with Laurel Lustgarten. I was a first-time homebuyer with very little knowledge about how to find the right tenants. I met with a couple of realtors before Laurel, but I knew instantly that she was the one for me. She is honest and hands-on and she really helped to take the pressure off of me. I never felt forced to make an overnight decision.

I began my journey with Laurel Lustgarten in 2013 and never regretted making my decision to work with her. She helped me find several tenants and when I was ready to sell my property, Laurel was immediately ready to help me find a buyer. When we finally found the "one" and ended up in a bidding war, Laurel walked me through every step of the negotiations. All throughout the negotiations and closing Laurel was there quickly handling any issues that may have risen. If the time ever comes when I will be looking for a new home, there isn't any question on who my Realtor will be! Laurel was there for ME! I would, and will, recommend Laurel Lustgarten to anyone in the market to purchase a home.

4/17/21Joe Bartolotta

Google Review

After interviewing 3 realtors we decided to list with Laurel, she was very professional, very hardworking and she explained the whole process of selling our property. From the beginning Laurel was excellent to deal with, she kept in constant contact with us was always available. The property had a contract on it in less then a week, she was very persistent with all showings always provided feedback and walked us through the whole process. The property closed with no issues and I couldnt be happier. I would and have recommended her to friends and anyone thinking of selling or buying a home. If you want a true professional, someone that is detail orientated and persistent she is the realtor for you . I cant say enough on how fantastic she is.

I have also used her for buying my next property and will save that review until after we close.

4/1/21Gretchen Loblanco

Google Review

Laurel was amazing, from the moment that she came to the house to the second that the house was sold. She is very professional and clearly knows what she is doing in the real estate business. With her assistance we were able to quickly get our house up for sale and received offers immediately. During the process she was available at all hours to answer my questions and explain the process to me. I highly recommend her to anyone who is going to be looking for a real estate agent, she was incredible!!!

2/27/21Tim O

Google Review

This is our second time using Laurel and she never disappoints. This time she helped us buy a home in a crazy market. Laurel had her work cut out for her with our specific list of must haves that aren't in your average home. Laurel not only delivered, but she went above and beyond. Her knowledge and determination helped us get everything we were looking for. Laurel worked tirelessly for us, and she communicated with us every step of the way. Having a hard working, passionate, and professional agent makes the buying and selling process so much easier and can even make the difference of getting what you want. I would use Laurel again in a heartbeat and I highly recommend her.

2/10/21Reeta Mahendroo

Google Review

Working with Laurel has been a stress free experience. She was recommended to us by our daughter who had purchased a home through her about two years ago. Laurel listened to our requests very carefully and made the the whole process of selling a home in these difficult times seamless. She was always ready with the right advice for us and made herself available whenever we needed to speak with her... we highly appreciated her professionalism and services. We give her five stars and would highly recommend her. Thank you Laurel for being with us from start to finish.

2/3/21Ward's Bridge Inn

Google Review

This was our second time that Laurel has represented my wife and I. The first time we bought our starter home. This time she sold that same home twelve years later. Laurel sets the bar for professionalism. She is thorough and most of all accessible. She knows the local market and has created relationships with other brokers and other professionals in the real estate industry which makes the process extremely fluid. I highly recommend Laurel for all of your real estate needs.

12/21/20Omodunni Ayodele

Google Review

A must read!
Where to begin with my experience with Laurel! I have to say I never quite got the concept of a real estate agent until I needed one. I also didn’t understand the motivation behind helping someone embark on a search that may result in nothing and thus the agent’s effort is all for nothing. Well, this was what I was thinking going into this process, my husband and I, though ready, was equally ready to settle for apartment dwelling yet another cycle, if faced with too many complexities.

Little did I know that I would find a gem, a friend, and a family in Laurel! She came recommended by my sister who got her home about a few years back and surely upon meeting her it was a family reunion - we started thinking we had all the time in the world to find something (i.e., 2019 December) until the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19 began in March / April 2020. Inventory was slim and most of the choices just did not fit the bill. Laurel throughout was patient, available, and just comfortable to talk to. Laurel’s personality is inherently to care, we experienced the uniqueness of looking at homes in a COVID situation together with the unsettling overpriced houses, slimmed down house viewing, multi-offers on properties that just didn’t warrant it etc. and right when we thought we were getting into the grove of things, my husband and I discovered we were expecting! So now we just couldn’t settle for an apartment dwelling and the urgency of finding the ideal place that we could grow into became more real.

Amidst all this Laurel, had enough encouragement for all of us, reassuring and never compromising her promise to find us a place that fit the bill of what we wanted. In fact right before the lock-down there had been a home of interest which was already in a bid battle – as much as I thought I loved the home and was willing to pay the rising tag on the house for fear of not finding anything else, Laurel advised against it, with her expertise and background she convinced me that it is significantly overpriced above value and all this because of COVID but she still had hopes that we would find even better... glad I stuck to her advice!

Eventually we found the one, while it appeared to fit the bill, there were a lot of unfinished things and an easement driveway that was not mentioned to boot - we were certain we would drop this one, in fact Laurel, my husband, and I came to the consensus that though it seemed to be the one, there were just too many things undone about the home that would elevate the costs beyond our threshold. Long story short, and after some weeks away from this home with yet slim pickings - I came back to the house, Laurel and my husband both reluctant, but on speaking with Laurel that this was it, she rolled up her family sleeves and began working with us on the best way to negotiate this home – I have to say without Laurel – this process would have been unpleasant nor would we have gotten the deal price we got for it.

In the midst of construction work and finishing touches on the house, personal things happened that I would have been quite alright if Laurel chose to bow out of the process, but to my humbled and most grateful surprise she stood with us. Laurel, little did you know that this gesture of yours, in this personal period for you, endeared you to me more than you’ll ever know and I knew for sure that you were God-sent.

Laurel – your diligence is commendable, I always say what is worth doing, is worth doing well, and you exceeded all our expectations on all fronts. I pray for you like I do family and wish that your good works and attitude, fairness and integrity will always meet you ahead multi-folds. I would go through this process with again and for future if ever there is a need but honestly you came through and supported my vision and interests with grace. As we wait for our little one – I can only thank you – sorry it took so long to write this – I promised myself it must be the first thing I do, when I start extended leave! – glad I didn’t make a liar out of myself! you are Loved.

12/4/20ROBERT RADCLIFFE

Google Review

We had a tight timeline to sell and Laurel exceeded every expectation resulting in selling our home in 2 months. Laurel’s experience, great advice, attention to detail and incredible communication skills, help make a stressful situation almost pleasant. We would, without hesitation, recommend Laurel Lustgarten as an OUTSTANDING real estate agent.

12/2/20Jonathan Berck

Google Review

Laurel was a dream to work with. She was knowledgeable about the property and procedures, and was the perfect go-between with the owner's and their difficult attorney. Couldn't ask for more!

11/25/20I L

Google Review

"Laurel Lustgarten is a top notch realtor. Selling and buying is challenging, but our selling and buying transactions went smoothly because of her knowledge, 17 years of experience in real estate, and high degree of education. In addition, she had won many real estate awards. We felt we were in good hands. She is very involved in the whole process and very responsive that our closing for both selling and buying was fast. What makes her stand out from other realtors is her ability to connect with her clients, her strong multiple listings, ads, and social media sites, she also helped stage our home and used a professional photographer that made our house stand out in a very competitive market. She works hard for her clients. We had a first buyer looked at our property online and put in an offer before actually coming in to look at our property. Shortly, we were in contract. She guided us from beginning to end that our selling to buying process was timely and a pleasant experience. We appreciated her expertise and professionalism. She goes far and beyond to accommodate our needs in selling and buying. She was always pleasant to be around with. I had recommended her to the people I know because I want others to have a successful and pleasant experience with their selling and buying like we did."

8/21/20Sharon lefberg

Google Review

I would definitely recommend Laurel Lustgarten as an agent to list your home for sale. She is extremely professional and dependable. She follows thru with her plans for the sale and is on time with her appointments. She is friendly and knows her profession.

8/14/20Rita Taylor

Google Review

It is with pleasure to recommend Laurel as a realtor. She delivers what she promises and then some. Laurel has great expertise in the real estate market, lots of energy and attention to the utmost detail all with a positive attitude and confidence. It is no wonder she is a top notch agent. I would not hesitate the least bit to call on Laurel again.

8/3/20Gerry Wagner

Google Review

We were selling a piece of land as well as our primary home just as COVID-19 hit. We had already purchased our new home and we needed to sell and sell QUICK! Impossible task given the situation with COVID...yes?
NO! Laurel sold the land in no time at all and I don't know how she worked her same magic with the sale of the house, but in days...yes, days, not weeks or months, we had an outstanding offer from an outstanding buyer. Laurel walked us through the entire process which she kept on on pace with our needs as well as the buyer. Laurel is a SUPERSTAR and I hope a friend as well for years to come!
THANK YOU Laurel!

8/2/20Colleen O'Neill

Google Review

Laurel was exceptional from start to finish. I did a lot of research finding a real estate agent and she lived up to her amazing reviews. Laurel is experienced, professional, and was always available. She was patient with us and always honest. Our listing was beautifully presented and we sold our house in no time. I recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell. You won’t be disappointed.

7/27/20mark christman

Google Review

I would strongly recommend Laurel as a realtor in any real estate transaction. Laurel is a true professional with years of experience and a keen knowledge of the current market and environment. I listed my home with Laurel during the COVID 19 restrictions. She developed a comprehensive marketing plan and worked extremely hard to get multiple offers during challenging market conditions. Laurel provided constant communication, her attention to detail throughout the process provided us with great confidence and put us at ease during a very stressful time. My transaction was a corporate relocation which adds complexity to the entire process. Laurel handled the entire transaction and was always one step ahead of the next requirement. I have sold several homes over the past 25 years and the entire process with Laurel was far and above the best experience I have been involved with. Laurel is the truly awesome!!

7/14/20k p

Google Review

Where to begin ??? We have sold several houses over the years but none compared to our experience with Laurel. She was by far the best realtor we could have ever hoped for and I can’t express that enough! She is extremely professional and knows her stuff inside and out and is also the most responsive realtor we could have ever have fathomed. Her attention to detail is second to none. She was always there to answer our questions and to update us on showings, etc. We were dealt a horrible deal listing as COVID was just getting started but yet got 3 offers in 10 days just as NY shut down. The whole process, as stressful as it is, went so smoothly because of Laurel’s calm and professional demeanor along with her wanting to get the job done. She knew how to calm us down as we began to get stressed due to the process and because of COVID. We are so happy we chose Laurel and would do it again! We have referred her to several people already and will continue to recommend her. I now understand why she is one of the top producers in Orange County, it’s extremely evident just looking at her sales but having experienced it just solidifies to us that we chose the BEST!

6/30/20Anthony DiMarco

Google Review

When looking back on our home buying experience, having Laurel as our realtor is something we will always remember as a highlight of the experience. I could not imagine having any other realtor on our team- because I feel that we got the highest quality service, attention to detail, and knowledge within the field that anyone could have. If you’re looking for a house in the Orange County area and you don’t go with Laurel as your realtor- you are really missing out on the best of the best.

6/30/20Joanna Weiss

Google Review

We can not recommend Laurel enough- she made our home buying process so smooth and pleasant I would recommend her to everyone I know. You can immediately tell when you’re working with Laurel how much experience and knowledge she has about real estate and the area. She’s also very upfront and won’t sugar coat things just to make a sale. She seems to really care about her clients and we truly felt like she wanted to help us find the right home for us. Probably my favorite thing about working with Laurel though was her communication and organization. She was always on top of things and two steps ahead of us. If I had a question throughout the process she was always quick to answer. I never had to worry about things being up in the air or the ball being dropped because Laurel was on top of things 100%. I am so grateful we worked with Laurel and if you choose her you will be too.

5/9/20Jess M

Google Review

If you are looking for an experienced, professional, honest and compassionate person to sell your home then look no further than Laurel Lustgarten. We used her in the sale of my childhood home and she was nothing short of amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable and knows the market very well. This sale certainly had it's challenges. None of which were her fault. I won't go into crazy amounts of detail, but let's just say this sale did not come easy and Laurel always went up to bat for us and stood her ground. She was in constant contact with the buyer's agent and attorneys for updates and making sure things were getting done all while keeping us in the loop every step of the way. I can say with 100% confidence, that if you choose Laurel you will not be disappointed. She goes above and beyond and is simply THE BEST!

4/23/20Suzette Slesinski

Google Review

We just sold our home and we had the best experience with Laurel who is super hard working and professional she really made the process of selling our home a breeze. With her staging skills our home got an offer in the first few hours of being on the market.I would recommend her to anyone who’s looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable realtor.

4/16/20Donna Stout

Google Review

Laurel did an excellent job in helping us stage our home and remained positive and encouraging throughout the process. We were so grateful for all her advice thru the sale of our home. This was an extremely challenging time to sell a home but with Laurel expertise we were able to see the home sold.

12/21/19Louis Dinetz

Google Review

We have completed numerous home purchase and sale transactions over the past 40 years. During that time, we have been assisted, mostly by extremely able and successful real estate professionals, and have come to expect the highest quality of professional support.

Without a doubt, Laurel exceeded all our expectations, and has been the best informed, most effective communicator while demonstrating the highest standards of integrity. Her extremely hard work, combined with exceptional enthusiasm and initiative are unmatched by any standard! Whenever a problem arose, she made sure no one dropped the ball and kept everything moving forward… we thought she was exceptional in that capacity.

Laurel quickly identified and delivered potential buyers, helping us obtain the very best price for our home, within a short timeframe.

We give her the very highest recommendation possible.

10/25/19Jackie Glick

Google Review

Laurel Lustgarten is a pure professional in her field. From the moment she became our agent, she guided us through the process of selling our house with her full commitment. After we got a serious buyer, Laurel monitored every aspect between our lawyer, the buyers lawyer and their financial affiliates to insure a successful closing.
We would recommend her to anyone buying or selling their home

9/24/19Michael Ortiz

Google Review

My wife and I were so excited to have the opportunity to work with Laurel. Laurel is an experienced, goal oriented and subject matter expert regarding the real estate market and was very knowledgeable with company relocations. Laurel is a dedicated, professional that is easy to work with and who has your best interest in mind when negotiating contracts and representing you. Laurel is very quick to respond to email, text and phone calls. She was extremely responsive to all of our questions and helped us feel well informed throughout the relocation and sale of our home. We highly recommend Laurel.

9/7/19Quentin Stewart

Google Review

My family and I had the pleasure of working with Laurel on 2 transactions (a purchase & sale). She's the very best. A true professional, very knowledgeable of her market, and maintains her honest disposition through every phase. We will not hesitate to do more transactions with Laurel. Top notch - in our opinion.

8/7/19I Schwartz

Google Review

We couldn't have thought of a better RE agent! Laurel is the agent you need! Her knowledge, smarts, honesty along with her willingness to make your deal work and her experience make her the #1 choice. Do not hesitate to call her and you won't be disappointed!

8/1/19Susan Dailey

Google Review

Laurel is amazing! She is very professional. She goes above and beyond to sell your house! She makes the process of selling a house very easy. She's very informative and very helpful. I loved working with her. If you need a realtor she is the one you should use.

7/25/19Ali Leb

Google Review

Laurel is not the typical agent who is an agent because it's easy to get the license. She is an agent by profession, she knows the market and the business she is on top of everything and great communication she will go an extra step even when it's not expected.

One night few days before closing the main door from my house was open someone who drove on the street called Laurel having her number from the sign outside of the house to inform her, she was unable to reach me and I wasn't home so she and her husband drive a 20 minutes way at night to make sure everything is okay with the house.
Very professional and very responsible

7/19/19Majid Mahmood

Google Review

Laurel was an amazing agent. She is knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. Laurel responded to phone calls and emails within a short period of time, and there was never any hesitation in answering questions. In my opinion, if Laurel was not our agent, I don’t believe the process would have been so smooth. Laurel made made my wife and I feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the process. She exceeded our expectations! I would highly recommend her for buying or selling a house.

7/18/19Neil Sullivan

Google Review

Laurel is a high caliber real estate professional. We got to know her from one of close friends who also used Laurel. Our experience had some complications on the buyer's side and Laurel helped our decision process.

3/27/19Jose Liliana

Google Review

I wish I could provide more than five stars on this platform. Laurel is amazingly professional, a star of her own. As a first time home buyer, she made the process very pleasant. She's very informative and keeps that line of communication ongoing. Definitely recommendable. Thanks again Laurel, we love our new home.

2/25/19Thomas LaBadia

Google Review

Laurel was really wonderful to work with. We had contacted another realtor, prior to finding out about Laurel and the experience was not good at all. Laurel treated us with respect and professionalism from the moment we met. She really helped guide us through the entire process of selling our home, made great suggestions on what she felt we needed to do to increase the value of our home and was extremely helpful throughout the process. Her follow-up was truly outstanding, she returned phone calls and emails almost immediately. If you are looking for a top-notch professional to sell your home, you can stop looking because you have found her.

2/11/19Amy Schoen

Google Review

Living in Florida while working with Laurel to sell my parents house in NY was a breeze. She explained the process and kept us updated throughout. I would highly recommend Laurel for your Real Estate needs.

2/8/19michael walsh

Google Review

This was my first time purchasing a home and Ms lustgarten was nothing but great. She would always answer my calls, even on weekends.. lol she was with me from start to finish. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to purchase a property.

1/22/19Lois Ruckert

Google Review

Laurel is an experienced and trustworthy realtor who has a wealth of knowledge of the Orange County real estate market . Always professional, Laurel holds the rank of platinum due to the number of homes she lists as well as the number of homes she sells. Her large array of satisfied sellers willingly share her name with friends and colleagues because they have confidence in Laurel's skills, have experienced her understanding of the market, her responsiveness and negotiation skills. They know with certainty that she will go the extra mile to ensure the house sells quickly, at/near or above the price point, which was the case with our property, because Laurel educates her clients regarding pricing and comparable properties. Then, she suggests ways to showcase the home to capture all of its potential. Laurel's clients can rest assured, whether they are seller's like us or buyers that she will represent them knowledgeably AND with integrity. Not only did Laurel sell our home in record time but she listed and sold another friend's home which was a very different property than ours, quickly too which attests to her wealth of experience with and understanding of the Orange County real estate market. In our opinion, Laurel Lustgarten is simply the best.

1/22/19Maria Ferri

Google Review

Laurel is THE BEST!! She was patient, honest, friendly, experienced and knowledgable. What more could you ask for in a realtor ? She helped us find the perfect home and we are still in love 3 years later. She even sends us an anniversary card every year which means a lot to me. I continue to refer her to all my family and friends because I know they’ll be in great hands. Thanks Laurel!!

1/18/19James Serra

Google Review

Laurel is the ultimate real estate agent! Sold our house in just a few days and kept on the lawyers and title company to move the closing process along. Has a great knowledge of the market and is a pleasure to work with. I tried to give her 6 stars but it would not allow me :-)

1/16/19Linda Sheret

Google Review

This was the most incredible experience we ever had dealing with a realtor. Laurel was extremely professional at all times. She always kept us informed and up to date with the process of selling our home, which by the way only took three weeks! It was a PLEASURE doing business with her.

1/2/19Kristy LaForest

Google Review

From the moment we met Laurel we knew she was the one that would get the job done! She was beyond efficient and is the reason we are in our dream home right now. We recommend using her to anyone listing or looking to buy a home, she is the best!

1/1/19Theresa Anselmo

Google Review

Laurel, Willie and I want to thank you for all the hard work! You are really the best in business. So grateful to have had you as our agent . Thank you for all the advice and help, without you we could not have had it go so quick and do well. Blessed to have met you. May you continue in your successful career and endeavors.
The first time we met, we knew you were to agent for us.
May all your clients realize how lucky they are to have you working for them ! God bless!

Thank you again, Willie and Terri Anselmo