About Rafael

Meet Rafael

Rooted in the heart of New York City's East Village, Rafael Barbosa is a seasoned real estate professional with a rich understanding of the dynamic NYC real estate market.

 

Joining the real estate powerhouse Compass in 2014, Rafael has since established a high-performing team, offering comprehensive real estate services to a diverse clientele.

 

His expertise extends beyond brokering deals – as a real estate investor, he brings a unique perspective and invaluable insights into the metropolitan property landscape.

 

Rafael and his team are committed to helping clients find the perfect home that aligns with their lifestyle needs and investment goals. Their deep knowledge of NYC's neighborhoods and nuanced understanding of each property's unique value proposition is instrumental in guiding clients through the home buying process.

Rafael's reputation in the industry is built on his keen intuition, exceptional client service, and unwavering perseverance in closing transactions. Rafael's expertise shines through, whether it's assisting sellers of co-ops, condos, single or multi-family homes or supporting first-time homebuyers, developers, and investors. His background in concert and event promotions further honed his knowledge of packaging and negotiating complex real estate transactions.

 

In the age of digital marketing, Rafael embraces the power of technology and social media tools, leveraging these platforms to expand market reach and deliver innovative solutions to his clients. A proud Latino New Yorker, Rafael's bilingual skills have proven invaluable in working with a diverse clientele, landlords, and foreign investors.

 

Rafael holds a B.A. in Marketing from SUNY Farmingdale, graduating with honors. His commitment to giving back to the community is reflected in his involvement with charities such as the Child ID program and Toys for Tots, supporting disabled students in Bronx schools.

 

As a long-time pet owner, he is passionate about causes dedicated to animal care and treatment. Rafael is also a global traveler, having explored numerous countries. This passion for world travel enriches his understanding of international real estate markets. Rafael cherishes spending quality time with his two daughters when he's not navigating the real estate landscape. From museum trips to helicopter rides over the city, he loves sharing his passion for NYC with his family.

 

Rafael's unwavering dedication to his clients has not gone unnoticed. His team's exemplary performance has earned them a nomination as one of the Wall Street Journal's Top Teams Nationwide. Rafael Barbosa is more than just a real estate agent; he is your trusted partner in navigating the vibrant and complex New York City real estate market.

Work With Rafael

Rafael Barbosa and his dedicated team provide compelling, client-centric real estate solutions in New York City. Leveraging a nuanced understanding of each property's unique value, we guide you seamlessly through your investment journey.

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TESTIMONIALS

Rafael was a such a pleasure to work with in selling my home, always available for any questions and issues that arose through the process. The pictures and drone shots he took showcased my home beautifully. He went above and beyond my expectations and made this process so much easier.

C. ROBINSON

First things first, Rafael is the absolute best! I was a first-time homebuyer and admittedly had a lot of anxiety about that. Rafael not only put me at ease, helping guide me through the daunting process, but at every step of the way, I felt that he had my best interest in mind. He advised me on the state of the real estate market and gave me honest assessments of what I could and could not afford. He soon became a valuable and trusted resource I relied on greatly. That, along with his friendliness, patience and engagement puts him among the best of the best. I’m grateful to have benefitted from his counsel and expertise. I can not recommend him highly enough. I don’t foresee buying another place any time soon but if/when I do, he’ll be the first person I call.

J. MIMS

Rafael is GREAT! So responsive and supportive. He made the whole buying process free of stress. Very trustworthy!

E. RONIS

Whether you live in NYC, Westchester, or Queens…..you have to use Ralph. He is detail oriented, honest, and has the intuition to know exactly what you are looking for. He responds to your communications ASAP, and he is patient. Overall, he’s got to be the best in the business. I know other people that used him and everyone said the same things about him. Ralph Barbosa. Remember that name.

A. PINTO

It was a pleasure working with Rafael Barbosa. He's extremely professional, responsive, and truly understands the real estate market. My wife and I were truly impressed with his marketing abilities as our unit had many showings and sold in a timely manner. We would highly recommend Rafael Barbosa!

A. MAZA