Laurel Lustgarten has been a full time realtor since 2003 and a resident of the Hudson Valley since 1994. Her high level of energy, enthusiasm and market knowledge is the perfect combination to bring a successful outcome whether you are buying or selling a home. Having built a reputation for client satisfaction, Laurel is devoted to providing service beyond your expectations. A recurring theme in her online reviews is that her clients feel they not only had an outstanding experience but her authentic nature made them feel as though they were working with a friend and a steadfast ally through the process. Building relationships is key! Laurel's commitment to her business and to her clients recently caught the attention of a national television network and she had the privilege of being featured in an episode of House Hunters on HGTV. This was the first time the show was filmed in the Hudson Valley. Neither Laurel nor her buyer clients will ever forget this experience and the show is still airing in reruns! In fact, there may be another episode in her future. Another career highlight was the thrill of being selected as top realtor in the Reader's Choice "Best of the Best" Awards. This contest is sponsored by the Times Herald Record and starts with a public nomination followed by two online rounds of voting and the announcement that she was chosen number one! What a special and humbling recognition. Laurel has also enjoyed being part of the elite group of real estate professionals recognized as America's Top 100 Real Estate Agents and becoming a Rand Realty Legend in 2022. Selecting the right real estate professional is crucial. Laurel's "hands on" approach, industry expertise and client oriented focus yields outstanding results. Real estate transactions can be challenging, but with Laurel on your side you know you will receive special care and attention from the beginning of the process to the day she accompanies you to the closing table. RealTrends America's Best List - Ranked Top 1.5% Nationwide - 2025, Hudson Valley Magazine - "Meet the Hudson Valley's Top Realtors" list, Howard Hanna | Rand Realty Legend Award, Howard Hanna | Rand Realty Best of the Best Award, Homesnap and Google Award for Excellence in Client Services, Howard Hanna | Rand Realty Emerald Elite Award, America's Top 100 Real Estate Agents Award - Rand Realty, Readers Choice Awards "Best of the Best" Times Herald Record - #1 Agent, Certified Home Stager, Certified Relocation Specialist, National Association of Realtors, NY State Association of Realtors, Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors
Read More About Laurel
Specialties
Sellers
Buyers
Residential Property
Awards
2025
TOP AGENT
Middletown, NY
2025
TOP AGENT
Monroe, NY
2025
TOP AGENT
Montgomery, NY
Other Awards
Hudson Valley Magazine - "Meet the Hudson Valley's Top Realtors" list - 2023, Hanna | Rand Realty Legend Award- 2022, Howard Hanna | Rand Realty Best of the Best Award - 2022,
View All Awards
Contact Information
Location
229 Route 32Central Valley, NY, 10917
Social Media
Marketing Materials
Loading recent sales...
Laurel Lustgarten's Reviews & Ratings
173 Reviews
(5/5)
Note: Reviews may include other agents on their team
Laurel Lustgarten is a fantastic real estate agent. She sold my house in record time, and held my hand through the staging, the negotiations and the messy closing. Laurel fixed other people's mistakes, and saw to my best interests, Laurel treated me "special" even though my house was not a million dollar deal. I am recommending her services to all my friends.
Zuser20141130180822447
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
January 13, 2026
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
We cannot recommend Laurel Lustgarten highly enough! From start to finish, Laurel has been the ultimate real estate partner aEUR" knowledgeable, supportive, and truly invested in our familys success. Laurel helped us purchase our first home in 2021 and most recently guided us through selling that home and buying a larger one to accommodate our growing family. This entire process was more emotional and complicated than most aEUR" including an extremely tight timeline to sell our first home aEUR" but Laurel navigated everything with calm professionalism and unwavering advocacy. She priced our home perfectly, marketed it beautifully (with Zillow showcase, a video tour, and her extensive resources), and we received an offer in just 10 days aEUR" above asking! When challenges came up with the purchase of our new home, Laurel was a fierce advocate for us, always negotiating with grace and confidence. We are now happily settled in our new home and so grateful for everything Laurel did to make this happen. If youre buying, selling, or both aEUR" you want Laurel in your corner!
Jay E.
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
December 17, 2025
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
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.
Amy B.
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
December 7, 2025
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
I cant 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 youre looking for an agent who puts in the extra effort and truly delivers!
Zuser20150406152238231
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
October 27, 2025
Local Knowledge
Process Expertise
Responsiveness
Negotiation skills
ZillowVERIFIED
We had the absolute best experience working with Laurel Lustgarten! As first-time home buyers, we had a lot of questions and uncertainties, but Laurel was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and always available to explain every detail clearly. She made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. We hit a few bumps along the way aEUR" another offer came in right before we went under contract, some issues popped up during the inspection, and even the final walk-through had surprises aEUR" but Laurel was on top of everything from start to finish. She went above and beyond to advocate for us, even writing a thoughtful email to the sellers explaining why they should stick with our offer. Thanks to her professionalism, persistence, and care, we ended up in our dream home. We cant recommend Laurel highly enough. If youre buying or selling a home, especially if its your first time, you definitely want her on your side!