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
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Specialties
Sellers
Buyers
Residential Property
Awards
2026
TOP AGENT
Middletown, NY
2026
TOP AGENT
Monroe, NY
2026
TOP AGENT
Goshen, 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,
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229 Route 32Central Valley, NY, 10917
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Laurel Lustgarten's Reviews & Ratings
177 Reviews
(5/5)
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What clients say about this agent....
Professional
Knowledgeable
Communicative
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Outstanding
Attentive
Hard working
Available Remotely
Great for new buyers
Trodriguez197
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
April 11, 2026
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Laurel did an excellent job with the selling of our house. She was knowledgeable and personable. Her experience and expertise showed in everything that she did. She maintained a calm demeanor when dealing with a few difficult personalities. She was proactive in finding out the status of our sale and always kept us updated. I cannot say enough positive things about her. Laurel went above and beyond during the sale of our home. I would definitely recommend her for anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Tigerlilifitness923
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
March 31, 2026
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Over the past 20 years, Laurel Lustgarten has helped me both buy and sell homes, and today she was once again by my side as I purchased my home. Working with Laurel has never felt like just business. It has been a relationship built on trust, consistency, and genuine care. Through every transaction over the years, she has always been patient, honest, and fully committed to making sure I felt comfortable and confident every step of the way. What truly sets Laurel apart is her dedication. She takes the time to understand your situation, never rushes the process, and always puts your best interest first. No matter what was going on in my life, I knew I could count on her guidance and support. After all these years, that level of trust means everything to me. I am incredibly grateful for her continued support and expertise. If you are looking for a realtor who is not only knowledgeable but truly invested in her clients long term, I highly recommend Laurel Lustgarten. Thank you, Laurel, for being there for me time and time again. ??
Anyzio24
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
February 20, 2026
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cannot recommend Laurel highly enough. We recently sold our home through what turned out to be a very long and complex process, and I truly believe we wouldn't have reached the finish line without her. What stood out most was her dedication to communicationaEUR"she provided daily updates and was constantly pushing to keep the momentum going when things got stalled. If you want an agent who is proactive, tireless, and keeps you informed every step of the way, hire Laurel.
Marybhyde
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
February 2, 2026
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We are very fortunate that we had Laurel on our side. She was our greatest advocate, cheerleader, negotiator and friend before, during and after the sale of our home! She is straight forward yet caring and so incredibly knowledgeable. If she was unsure of something she was quick to admit it and help us find a solution. She kept in constant communication with us and all the other parties involved. We highly recommend Laurel for the buying/selling of your home!
Zuser20141130180822447
Review for Member: Laurel Lustgarten
January 13, 2026
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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!