Rafael Barbosa is a licensed real estate agent, team leader, and founder of the Barbosa Team at SERHANT. in New York City. He represents sellers, buyers, and investors across Upper Manhattan, the Bronx, and lower Westchester County, including East Harlem, Washington Heights, Inwood, Harlem, Riverdale, Mott Haven, Pelham, Yonkers, Bronxville and Scarsdale. Fluent in English and Spanish, Rafael works with a diverse client base that includes first-time sellers, longtime homeowners, international purchasers, and real estate investors. His primary focus is listing representation, where he combines data-driven pricing strategy, professional marketing, and skilled negotiation to help sellers achieve strong financial outcomes in competitive New York markets. Every seller engagement begins with a detailed comparative market analysis using current transaction data, followed by a tailored marketing plan designed to generate qualified buyer interest quickly. Sellers working with Rafael and the Barbosa Team receive professional photography and video, targeted exposure across local, national, and international buyer networks through SERHANT.'s global platform, and transparent communication from pre-market preparation through closing. Rafael integrates advanced technology into every transaction, including AI-enhanced marketing tools, automated client communication systems, and digital platforms that give sellers real-time visibility into listing performance. His team coordinates with attorneys, mortgage lenders, co-op and condo boards, and building management to keep transactions on track. With years of experience selling co-ops, condos, single-family homes, townhouses, and multi-family investment properties across his markets, Rafael brings neighborhood-level knowledge to every deal. He understands the pricing dynamics, buyer demographics, and building-specific considerations that vary across Upper Manhattan, the Bronx, and lower Westchester. Rafael works regularly with real estate investors evaluating acquisition and disposition opportunities, from single rental units to multi-family buildings and sponsor sales. His international experience and bilingual capability strengthen his perspective on how broader economic trends affect local property values. Many clients return for subsequent transactions and refer friends, family, and colleagues because they value his reliability, responsiveness, and commitment to their financial interests. His goal is not a single transaction, it is building a long-term advisory relationship as a trusted real estate partner.
OTHER LANGUAGES
Spanish, English
Community Involvement
Dog charities are close to my heart, and I am passionate about supporting organizations that improve the lives of our four-legged friends.
HOBBIES/INTEREST
I am an avid world traveler with a deep passion for exploring new destinations and immersing myself in the rich tapestry of world history. Traveling allows me to discover new cultures and histories, enriching my understanding and appreciation of our diverse world.
FAMILY
I cherish the moments spent with my family, including my two daughters, wonderful wife, and our beloved dog. These times together bring joy and balance to my busy professional life.
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - New York - # 10401239760
Designation
ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative)
Top Producer
Licensed Realtor
REALTOR
Specialties
Sellers
Residential Property
Sellers/Listing Agent, Coop & Condo Development Sales, New Development Leasing & Investment Properties
Note: Reviews may include other agents on their team
What clients say about this agent....
Professional
Communicative
Responsive
Trustworthy
Knowledgeable
Outstanding
Hard working
Attentive
Great for new buyers
Vilma5700 V.
Review for Member: Rafael Barbosa
January 6, 2026
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ZillowVERIFIED
Selling my apartment in Riverdale was a great experience thanks to Ralph. He was patient, honest and always sincere with his feedback. He guided me every step of the way and made the process smooth and stress-free.Highly recommend ??
Nelly S.
Review for Member: Rafael Barbosa
July 4, 2025
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ZillowVERIFIED
Rafael is the person to go when buying a coop. His expert advice and management accomplished what I needed to do with my coop apt. Besides knowing the market, he's the nicest guy ever!
Elsyem202
Review for Member: Rafael Barbosa
June 12, 2025
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ZillowVERIFIED
Mr. Barbosa helped me sell my property. Through the process, he was very professional, actively engaging with my lawyer and providing advice that led to the sale of my property at a higher amount. I strongly recommend him for the selling or buying of your property if you are looking for someone that is honest, professional, and will work in your best interests.
Glennis A.
Review for Member: Rafael Barbosa
January 29, 2025
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ZillowVERIFIED
Rafael was our guy! He was attentive, efficient and exceeded our expectations when finding our home! We gave him a tight deadline and he was able to meet it ahead of time. He made the process of purchasing a home seamless and really looked out for our best interests. We highly recommend him to anyone we know. You will not regret it!
H V.
Review for Member: Rafael Barbosa
July 12, 2024
Rafael was our agent for finding our first apartment upon moving to NYC, and we had a great experience, so we were definitely going to ask him to help us purchase an apartment about a decade later. He was fantastic--warm, patient, informative, firm in negotiations, and I will even say, wise. We had to switch away from our initial choice of apartments which was kind of a torment, but he handled everything effortlessly. We definitely felt like we had someone excellent in our camp and would happily recommend him. He's excellent with communication, has a broad eye on properties in the area we worked with (and over much of the broader area as well), is very well known and respected in the industry, has an eagle eye for quirks with apartments that could cause trouble (caught something for us during our final walk-through), and has a great sense of what properties might suit his clients. A million stars!