NestEdge Realty, an independent residential real estate brokerage based in Westchester County, has surpassed $650 million in closed residential transactions since its founding in 2017, reflecting steady growth during a period of significant change in the regional housing market. The firm, founded by broker Matthew Gluck, now operates across Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties in New York, as well as parts of southern Connecticut, supported by a growing team of local agents.
The milestone comes as buyers and sellers across the New York metropolitan suburbs continue to reassess traditional brokerage models, commission structures, and service expectations amid shifting interest rates, affordability pressures, and increased focus on total transaction costs.
Listing Services Adapt to Changing Seller Priorities
Over the past several years, home sellers in Westchester County have increasingly emphasized net proceeds, time on market, and transparency around fees. NestEdge Realty has structured its listing services to reflect these priorities, operating with lower commission rates than many traditional brokerages while maintaining a service model in which agents are present at showings rather than relying exclusively on lockbox access.
According to Gluck, the approach reflects a broader trend toward efficiency and accountability rather than a departure from full-service representation.
“Our focus has been on aligning service delivery with how sellers evaluate value today,” Gluck said. “That includes pricing strategy, communication, and how homes are shown to prospective buyers.”
The brokerage reports that some listings have traded close to or above asking prices during competitive market cycles, though outcomes vary by location, condition, pricing, and timing. Additional details on the firm’s listing framework are outlined here.
Buyer Representation and First-Time Homeownership
NestEdge Realty’s growth has also been supported by demand on the buyer side, particularly among first-time homebuyers and households relocating from New York City, Brooklyn, and Northern New Jersey into suburban markets.
The firm has focused on buyer representation that emphasizes cost awareness, inspection coordination, and financing preparation, including the availability of buyer rebates in eligible transactions. These rebates, where permitted, are intended to help offset transaction-related expenses rather than influence purchase outcomes.
NestEdge coordinates with a network of local inspectors, attorneys, and service professionals as part of its transaction process. More information on buyer representation services is available here.
Integrated Mortgage Services and Transaction Coordination
A feature of NestEdge Realty’s operating model is its integration with East Coast Capital, an affiliated mortgage platform that allows buyers to explore financing options alongside the home search process. Clients are not required to use in-house financing, but the structure reflects a broader industry trend toward closer coordination between brokerage and lending services.
Market observers note that buyers increasingly prioritize early mortgage planning, particularly in higher-cost regions such as Westchester County, where financing terms and closing costs can materially affect affordability.
Addressing Common Westchester Market Questions
Through transaction activity and consumer education, NestEdge Realty has focused on issues frequently cited by buyers and sellers moving into the region. These include school district considerations, property taxes, commuting patterns, inspection risk, resale factors, and the full range of transaction costs.
The brokerage publishes educational articles on these topics, including guidance on budgeting for closing costs — an area that often shapes affordability decisions for first-time buyers and relocating households.
Regional Coverage and Independent Structure
NestEdge Realty operates with a multi-agent team serving communities that include Chappaqua, Scarsdale, Pleasantville, Bedford, Armonk, Rye, and Larchmont, among others. The company has also expanded coverage across Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties, and into southern Connecticut, while remaining independent rather than joining a national franchise.
Industry analysts note that independent brokerages have increasingly sought to differentiate through localized expertise, pricing flexibility, and operational autonomy as commission models evolve and consumers demand clearer explanations of fees and outcomes.
Looking Ahead
As residential real estate markets continue to adjust to changing economic conditions, NestEdge Realty’s leadership says the firm will remain focused on data-driven decision-making, regulatory compliance, and client education.
“Our goal has been to build a sustainable business that reflects how people buy and sell homes today,” Gluck said. “That means adapting as the market changes.”
About NestEdge Realty
NestEdge Realty is an independent residential real estate brokerage founded in 2017 and headquartered in Westchester County, New York. The firm provides buyer and seller representation across Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties, as well as southern Connecticut, and has closed more than $650 million in residential transactions. For more information, visit nestedgerealty.com.
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Founder and Principal Broker, NestEdge Realty
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