I love my new apartment I just got with Russell’s help! He is a good guy who is just like you or me. The whole team is very nice. Great communication response times!
I had heard many horror stories about working with NYC brokers, but Russell at Red Sparrow really reversed all those fears. Not only was Russell quick and responsive to my queries, but he also went above and beyond by showing me around each neighborhood a potential apartment was in. He also walked me through the whole rental process, telling me about what to look out for (bed bugs) and what documents needed for landlord approval. Most brokers would have refused to work with me because I had a low price point, but Russell managed to place me in an amazing apartment in a great location which has a great landlord to boot. I would highly recommend Red Sparrow as they are conscientious, decent and find great bargains.
After living with a roommate on the Upper East Side for four years, I was looking for my first solo studio in the area. Russell was straightforward from the start and took the time to explain the entire process during our initial call, setting realistic expectations while also helping to build my excitement about the process.
His level of organization really stood out. To make sure I was ready to move quickly, he provided a detailed checklist of all the documents needed for the application process and reviewed everything for completeness before we even started tours. When we did our walk-throughs, we saw almost 20 apartments in a single day. He filmed video clips of every unit and posted them to WhatsApp immediately, which allowed me to get instant feedback from my family and compare options in real-time.
He was incredibly responsive throughout the financial approval and contract negotiations, making the logistical side of the move much easier to handle. I’m now settled into my new place in Carnegie Hill, and it’s exactly what I was looking for. Russell is professional, highly responsive, and genuinely cares about his clients. If you’re looking for a broker who is efficient but also makes the process feel personal and supported, Russell is a great go-to.
My pleasure to write a review of Russell and Red Sparrow real estate. Russell and his team got me in to the property I wanted to see quickly despite the tenant being in place and got all of my questions answered about the apartment I was interested in quickly. Russell demonstrates both great knowledge and integrity. I knew working with Russell that I was in good hands.
