Michael J. Franco Team at Compass

Michael J. Franco Team at Compass Michael J. Franco has a deep knowledge & understanding of the New York City real estate market, ensuring that his clients receive the results they deserve.

With over 20 years of experience as a broker, attorney and investor, Michael Franco is a consummate professional, and is recognized as one of the top producing brokers at Compass. Michael prides himself not only as a salesperson but as a counselor and a customer service expert and absolutely loves his job which is readily apparent to all of his clients.

More apartment than the price suggests.Residence 11E at 201 East 77th Street is a south-facing Junior One that lives lik...
08/24/2026

More apartment than the price suggests.

Residence 11E at 201 East 77th Street is a south-facing Junior One that lives like a true one-bedroom, dedicated dining area, sleeping alcove, built-in home office, and four oversized closets. Add a landscaped roof deck and you have a thoughtfully designed Upper East Side residence that does not ask you to compromise.

New to Market | 201 East 77th Street, Residence 11E | $540,000

08/20/2026

Closed sales tell us where the market has been. Signed contracts show us where it may be going.

With nearly 3,000 contracts signed and fewer new listings entering the Manhattan market, the balance between supply and demand is becoming increasingly important.

Sellers may benefit from limited competition, while buyers should expect desirable properties to attract attention. Continued strength in the luxury sector also reflects confidence at the highest levels of the market.

The numbers matter, but so does how you respond to them. Reach out for a strategic conversation about buying or selling in Manhattan.

Prewar Manhattan at its most refined. The kind of residence where the proportions feel considered, the details feel earn...
08/18/2026

Prewar Manhattan at its most refined. The kind of residence where the proportions feel considered, the details feel earned, and white-glove living is simply the standard. 136 East 64th Street has always been one of the Upper East Side's quieter distinctions and Residence 11E lived up to every bit of it.

Sold | 136 East 64th Street, Residence 11E | $2,300,000

08/17/2026

Residence 4M at The Lafayette pairs the character of downtown Manhattan with the comfort and discretion of full-service living. Generous proportions, natural light, and treetop views create an elegant sense of calm, while the Village’s celebrated restaurants, boutiques, and cultural landmarks are just beyond the door.

A rare opportunity to experience one of Manhattan’s most coveted neighborhoods with space, service, and timeless appeal.

30 East 9th Street, Residence 4M | $1,435,000

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08/15/2026

Every Manhattan purchase is both a home and an investment.

For some buyers, that means choosing an established neighborhood such as the West Village, where scarcity and consistent demand have long supported value. For others, it means looking toward areas like the Financial District or Harlem, where the opportunity may lie in how the neighborhood continues to evolve.

The strongest investment is not simply the least expensive or most prestigious address. It is the one selected with a clear understanding of value, demand, and long-term potential.

Reach out to discuss which Manhattan neighborhood may be right for your goals.

After touring several apartments, our clients walked into Residence 16C and were immediately struck by the high-elevatio...
08/13/2026

After touring several apartments, our clients walked into Residence 16C and were immediately struck by the high-elevation skyline views and open natural light. Located in a full-service prewar building near the 86th Street transit hub and Central Park, this home offered the ideal balance of prewar masonry construction and modern daily comfort. Pricing the home accurately to line-level comparables ensured a swift sale that satisfied both buyer and seller.

Sold | 110 West 86th Street, Residence 16C | $950,000

08/12/2026

For many empty nesters, the move back to Manhattan is not about doing less. It is about doing more of what matters.

The Upper East Side and Upper West Side remain two of the most compelling places to land. Gracious full-service buildings, generous floor plans, and immediate access to Central Park, world-class museums, restaurants, and the performing arts. Space to live well every day — and room to host the people you love when they visit.

Downsizing is the wrong word for it. This is a recalibration. And for those who want classic New York living at its most refined, both sides of the park continue to deliver exactly that.

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08/10/2026

The right buyer recognized this Chelsea loft before our media team even finished filming the walkthrough. Set inside the historic O’Neill Building, a 19th-century commercial cast-iron conversion on 20th Street, the home pairs soaring ceiling volume and original structural columns with views overlooking the landmarked Limelight structure. Positioning the property’s unique historical character ahead of launch allowed us to generate immediate buyer intent and go into contract rapidly.

In Contract | 655 Sixth Avenue, Residence 5D

Downtown character, now at an even more compelling value. This East Village residence blends authentic loft appeal with ...
08/07/2026

Downtown character, now at an even more compelling value. This East Village residence blends authentic loft appeal with timeless design in one of Manhattan's most vibrant neighborhoods.

425 East 13th Street, Residence C | $1,785,000

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