Realtor ABR, CDPE, MCNE, RENE,SFR,SRES Specialties: Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Foreclosure, Commercial R.E. A compassionate, caring, collaborative team of Professional Realtors that through experience, expertise and education have assisted more than a thousand clients move into their Dream Home! Be it buying, selling or leasing the Chopper Russo Team can guide you along the path to Your Perfect Home!!! Because of their tenacity they have achieved unparalleled accolades and unique awards. Locally, nationally and internationally continually ranked #1 in Northern NJ, recently ranked by "Real Trends"/"WSJ" #2 of All Realtors in NJ and also #20 in the USA along with #78 Globally. In addition the Team is extremely proud of all the members achieving the only team in New Jersey of Master Certified Negotiation Experts (MCNE). Success has lead to the induction into the RE/MAX hall of Fame, RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement award plus a perennial Diamond Team award recipient. Named for 8 plus years on the "Forbes 500" Best of Realtors in the USA and Top 1% of all realtors in the USA! Chopper Russo Team is also very proud of their involvement in the community. A team member donates a part of every transaction to one of the following organizations: Baking for Memories, St. Judes, and Southern Paws. When Chopper isn't busy working with clients or his team, he is involved in many local organizations. He was recently awarded Fifth District "Hometown Hero" from Congressman Josh Gottheimer. A former Chairman of the advisory board for the Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge Inc., Chopper is also a trustee on the Oakland Education Foundation, chairman of the Oakland Public Events Committee and the Oakland Green Team. He is a member of the Oakland Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Franklin Lakes Rotary ,Oakland Dog Park, Knights of Columbus, and the Passaic County Chief's Association. Chopper also has many interests in athletic activities including football, motorcycling, skiing, snowmobiling, and golf. As you might be able to tell from his profile photo, Chopper is an animal lover, with a soft spot for English Bulldogs! Specialties: Commercial and Residential Real Estate MCNE (Master Certified Negotiation Expert) New Jersey's First ACP (Accredited Commercial Practitioner) CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) CRS (Council of Residential Specialist) SFR (Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource) ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative) SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist) CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist) C-RETS (Certified Real Estate Team Specialist) RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) CPM (Certified Property Manager) CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist)
Community Involvement
Oakland Education Foundation, Chairman of Oakland Public Events, Former Chairman RBARI and Oakland Green Team.
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Chopper has many interests including football, motorcycling, skiing, snowmobiling, and golf. From his profile picture you can tell Chopper is an animal lover, with a soft spot for English Bulldogs!!!!
Read More About Chopper
Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - New Jersey - # 0896342
Designation
MCNE (Master Certified Negotiation Expert) New Jersey's First, CRS (Council of Residential Specialist), ABR, SRES, CLHMS, C-RETS, CDPE, ACP, SFR.
Specialties
Sellers
Buyers
Residential Property
Commercial Property
Oakland,Franklin Lakes,Wyckoff,Mahwah, Ringwood, Waldwick, Wanaque, Midland Park, Hawthorne,Pompton Lakes
Awards
2025
TOP 15 AGENT
New Jersey
2025
TOP AGENT
Oakland, NJ
2025
TOP AGENT
Ringwood, NJ
Other Awards
RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement, Circle of Excellence Platinum, RE/MAX Diamond, along with his Team being ranked #1 in Northern NJ, #2 in NJ, #1 Commercial Team NJ, #37 in the U.S.A., and #78 Globally
View All Awards
Recent Sales
Showing 4 out of 359
We only display transactions from the last 3 years. To view transactions older than 3 years, please follow these steps:
1. Click the "View All Sales" button below.
2. Use the "Year" filter to select the desired past years.
Date
Address
Price
Represented
10/10/2025
112 Moffatt Rd Mahwah, NJ 07430
Sold For $700K
10/10/2025 Buyer
10/09/2025
27 Minnehaha Oakland, NJ 07436
Sold For $735K
10/09/2025 Seller
10/07/2025
153 Vista Ter Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Sold For $470K
10/07/2025 Seller
10/01/2025
46 5Th St Midland Park, NJ 07432
Sold For $680K
10/01/2025 Both
Chopper Russo's Reviews & Ratings
130 Reviews
(5/5)
Note: Reviews may include other agents on their team
What clients say about this agent....
Responsive
Professional
Communicative
Knowledgeable
Outstanding
Trustworthy
Attentive
Hard working
Great for new buyers
Excellent negotiator
Cathy Thissen
Review for Member: Cathy Thissen
November 4, 2022
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
Hi we have been working with Patrick for a few months for the sale and purchase of a new home. The process was a little lengthy because the sellers were not sure whether to take our deal as the sale of our house was contingent on the purchase of our new home. Patrick somehow was able to make these deals happen even though we hit many snags along the way. He was always reachable by text or phone daily to reassure me that he was handling the situation. He worked closely with my lawyer and the listing agent. At times I didnt think the deal would happen but it was definitely through some of Patricks quick thinking and solutions that helped us. He is definitely knowledgeable about the areas we were looking in which were Bergen and Passaic county. I am thankful for Patrick as We sit here in our new beautiful home. I would highly recommend him he is a very hardworking Real Estate Agent.
Ryan Korn
Review for Member: Ryan Korn
November 4, 2022
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
Patrick was relentless in his efforts and serviced my every need. He got us a great deal in what was a very competitive market. So happy we chose to work with Patrick.
Lisakarpowich
Review for Member: Lisakarpowich
October 2, 2022
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
I just wanted say a special thank you to Chopper Russo and his team! They went above and beyond in our home sale, got us well above our asking price and were a total pleasure to work with! Chopper and his team are amazing and really dailed into whats going on in town. We couldnt have made a better choice! ??
Zuser20140721092342752
Review for Member: Zuser20140721092342752
September 18, 2022
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
Ben is outstanding I appreciate your patience and expertise in assisting with my new home Very punctual persistent and made the process easy. Dont think I couldve done this without you.
Candicegalindez
Review for Member: Candicegalindez
September 12, 2022
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
We worked with Gene during this impossible market to find the perfect house for us. He was very knowledgeable and really listened to what we were looking for in our first home. Very professional, go getter work ethic and easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend Gene to any family or friends looking for a pleasant home buying experience.
1) What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?
By following our processes we can reduce and or eliminate the stress associated with the purchase. Our guidance and experience makes it seamless.
2) What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?
Best time to sell your home is when it is right for you and your family.
3) What types of clients have you worked with?
All types ages, sizes, etc.
4) Describe a recent transaction you are fond of. How did it go?
Had a client that was living in the far east. We handled all aspects of the transaction from beginning to end.
5) How did you get started in Real Estate?
Did my first rehab with my brother and grandfather when I was eight years old.
6) Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?
I am most proud of being New Jersey's First Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE).
Along with...
CRS (Council of Residential Specialist)
ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative)
SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist)
CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist)
C-RETS (Certified Real Estate Team Specialist)
CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)
ACP (Accredited Commercial Practitioner)
SFR (Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource)