East Harlem · Riverdale · Yonkers · Tuckahoe · Bronxville
From the city to the suburbs, one advisor for the whole move.
Rafael Barbosa sells homes along the corridor from East Harlem and Riverdale into Yonkers, Colonial Heights, Tuckahoe and Bronxville. 14+ years, 500+ closed transactions, and the reach of Compass behind every listing.
Featured in The New York Times
For sellers
A sale planned around your net, not just the list price.
Every listing starts with a written price strategy from closed sales and a net sheet that accounts for transfer taxes, flip tax and closing costs. You know your number before you sign anything.
Price from closed sales
Comparable sales in your building or on your street, not asking prices or online estimates.
Prepare with purpose
Only the work that pays for itself, plus staging guidance and, for co-ops, the board documents.
Launch to the right buyers
Professional photography and video, targeted digital campaigns and the Compass network.
Negotiate and close
Every offer reviewed for strength, not just price, and every step through closing handled personally.
Neighborhood guides
Where Rafael sells.
ManhattanEast Harlem
Brownstones, prewar co-ops and new condos near Central Park.
BronxRiverdale
Prewar co-ops, condos and Fieldston houses above the Hudson.
WestchesterYonkers
Westchester's largest city, from the waterfront to Colonial Heights.
YonkersColonial Heights
Colonials and Tudors on the Bronxville and Tuckahoe border.
WestchesterTuckahoe
A small village with a Harlem Line station and a fast market.
WestchesterBronxville
A one-square-mile village with one of the county's fastest markets.
What clients say
In their words.
Rafael was instrumental in achieving a fast sale above asking price. I would recommend him without hesitation.
Rafael was a pleasure to work with in selling my home, always available for any questions and issues that arose. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to sell.
I had an excellent experience working with Rafael during the sale of my apartment in Riverdale. He was professional, knowledgeable, and made the entire process smooth from start to finish.
Free home valuation
What is your home worth right now?
Enter your address for an instant estimate. Rafael follows up with a comparative market analysis built from recent sales near you, using live MLS data.
No cost and no obligation. Online estimates are a starting point; the walkthrough is where the real number comes from.
What's your home worth?
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Prefer to talk it through? Call or text 914-430-0440.
Monthly market report
Know what homes on your street are selling for.
Once a month, Rafael sends a short report for your neighborhood: what sold, for how much, and how fast. No spam, and it is free whether or not you plan to sell.
Market insights
From the blog.
Should You Sell This Winter or Wait for Spring 2027?
Spring listings in the New York metro sold for about 1.8% more in 2025, per Zillow. But winter brings less competition, and co-op timelines change the math. How to decide.
Seller Closing Costs in NYC and Westchester: The Complete 2026 Guide
NYC sellers pay 1.4% to 2.075% in transfer taxes; most Westchester sellers pay 0.4%, Yonkers 1.9%. Every seller cost, compared side by side, with worked examples.
Bronxville Real Estate Market Update: Fall 2026
Bronxville's median sale price reached about $2.17 million in September 2026, up 26.9%, with homes selling in 16 days at 103.4% of list. What it means for sellers.
FAQ
Questions sellers ask Rafael.
How much is my home worth?
Start with the instant estimate on this page, then ask Rafael for a comparative market analysis. He prices from recent closed sales in your building or on your street, adjusted for condition, layout and the current market, using live MLS data. There is no cost and no obligation.
What does it cost to sell a home in New York City or Westchester?
In NYC, sellers pay a city transfer tax of 1% up to $500,000 or 1.425% above, plus the New York State transfer tax of 0.4% (0.65% on NYC residential sales of $3 million or more). In Westchester, most sales carry only the 0.4% state tax, but Yonkers adds a 1.5% city tax. Attorney fees, commission and any co-op flip tax come on top. The net proceeds calculator on this site runs the numbers.
How long does it take to sell a co-op?
A well-priced co-op typically goes under contract in 3 to 8 weeks, and board approval adds 30 to 60 days before closing. Condos and houses usually close 30 to 60 days after contract.
Why work with a Compass agent?
Compass gives Rafael's listings professional photography and video, distribution beyond the MLS, and a national network of agents and buyers. Rafael adds 14+ years of local pricing and negotiation experience and handles every step personally.
Does Rafael work with buyers too?
Yes. Rafael represents buyers in East Harlem, Riverdale, Yonkers, Colonial Heights, Tuckahoe and Bronxville, including first-time buyers, investors and buyers moving from the city to the suburbs.
Get in touch
Thinking about selling?
Start with a conversation. Rafael will walk you through pricing, timing and your likely net, with no obligation.
914-430-0440 call or text
rafael@compass.com
2150 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
27 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville, NY 10708