Luxury apartment rentals in Manhattan
Finding qualified tenants for condos and, where the building permits it, co-op units, and guiding owners through lease terms, building applications, and move-in logistics.
Manhattan · Alex Ionescu · Brokerage
Luxury Real Estate Brokerage — Rentals & Sales in Manhattan
Alex Ionescu - AIProLuxury is, first and foremost, a single-unit luxury property management firm. But owners’ needs change. A residence that has been managed for years may need a new tenant, a new buyer, or both. We also offer luxury real estate brokerage in Manhattan, covering rentals and sales, handled by Alex Ionescu, a Manhattan real estate agent with more than 40 years in the city’s luxury market.
40+ years in ManhattanRentals & salesOwner-focused representation
01 · A Continuity of Care
Brokerage is a secondary service. Owner care comes first.
Brokerage is a secondary service for us, and we say so openly. It exists so that the owners we already represent, and owners who value that same level of care, can rent or sell with an advisor who understands their home.
Most brokerage conversations begin with an owner we already manage for. They are relocating, adjusting their portfolio, or ready to let go of a residence they no longer use as often. In those moments, the advantage of working with the same team is simple: we already know the apartment.
From day-to-day residence care to the next chapter
02 · Rentals & Sales
Backed by 40+ years in Manhattan.
Four decades in Manhattan luxury real estate means Alex Ionescu has worked through many market cycles, building types, and buyer profiles. That experience shapes practical advice: how to price a unit so it neither sits nor leaves money on the table, how to present a home so it photographs and shows well, and what the realistic timeline looks like for your building.
Luxury condo sales in NYC
Preparing, marketing, and negotiating the sale of condominium residences, and representing owners through contract and closing.
We work for the owner, not the building
03 · Working With Your Owner Representative
One residence. One accountable representative.
Our entire business is built on one idea: we work for the owner, not the building. That principle carries directly into brokerage. When you rent or sell through Alex Ionescu - AIProLuxury, the person advising you is the same representative who has been protecting your residence, not a stranger meeting your home for the first time.
We know which systems were serviced and when, which renovations were completed, and which details a buyer's inspector or a tenant's broker is likely to ask about. That history makes preparation faster and presentation more accurate. It also means the home is maintained, cleaned, and ready for every showing without the owner having to coordinate anything from a distance.
- One point of contact for management and the transaction, so nothing falls between two firms.
- Showings coordinated with building staff, doormen, and management offices you already know through us.
- Pre-listing preparation handled by our housekeeping and handyman teams.
- Continued oversight of the property during the listing period when an owner is overseas or out of state.
04 · Buyer & Seller Representation
On either side of the transaction, your interests remain central.
Our luxury real estate brokerage in Manhattan serves both sides of a transaction. Although our focus is on owners, we also represent buyers and renters looking for luxury residences in Manhattan, particularly those who plan to live elsewhere part of the year and will want the home cared for after closing.
Prepared, presented and represented.
A pricing discussion grounded in comparable sales or rentals, preparation and presentation of the residence, marketing and showings, negotiation, and coordination with attorneys, building management, and boards through closing or lease signing.
The right residence, with the right context.
Understanding what you need from a Manhattan home, identifying suitable buildings and units, advising on building rules that affect future use (such as subletting or renovation policies), and negotiating on your behalf.
Throughout, the approach stays consistent with how we manage property: discreet, detail-oriented, and responsible only to the client we represent.
05 · Preparing a Residence for the Market
Presentation starts well before the first showing.
Presentation has a direct effect on how quickly a Manhattan home rents or sells, and on the price it achieves. Before a listing goes live, we walk through the residence with the owner's goals in mind and recommend only the work that is likely to pay for itself: fresh paint in high-traffic areas, repairs to fixtures and hardware, deep cleaning, and simple styling so rooms read clearly in photographs.
Because our housekeeping and handyman teams already know the home, this preparation can usually be scheduled quickly and without the owner needing to be in New York.
An accurately presented residence, ready for every visitor
Walk through
Discuss the owner's goals and identify practical presentation priorities.
Repair & refresh
Paint, fixtures, hardware and targeted maintenance when justified.
Clean & style
Prepare spaces to photograph and show as clearly as possible.
Remain ready
Keep the residence clean and maintained throughout the listing.
06 · Frequently Asked Questions
The details, considered.
Straightforward answers about our Manhattan rentals and sales service.
Is real estate brokerage your main service?
No. Alex Ionescu - AIProLuxury is primarily a single-unit luxury property management firm. Brokerage for rentals and sales is a secondary service, offered mainly to owners we already manage for and to clients who want the same owner-focused approach when they rent or sell a Manhattan residence.
Can you rent my apartment and continue managing it afterward?
Yes. This is one of the most common reasons owners use our brokerage service. We can place a tenant and then continue managing the residence, coordinating maintenance, building communication, and oversight so you have one team handling both the lease and the home.
Do you help sell condos and co-ops?
We advise on the sale of Manhattan condominium residences and can discuss co-op sales as well, where board approval adds its own steps. Every building has different requirements, so we review your building's process with you before listing.
Do you work with buyers who live outside New York?
Yes. Many of the people we work with live in another state or country. We can represent buyers looking for a Manhattan residence and, after closing, provide the property management and owner representation that keeps the home cared for while they are away.
Who handles my transaction?
Alex Ionescu, a Manhattan real estate agent with more than 40 years in the city's luxury market, oversees brokerage for our clients.
07 · A Private Conversation
Discuss a Rental or Sale.
If you are considering renting or selling a Manhattan residence and want luxury real estate brokerage in Manhattan from someone who already understands owner care, or buying one you will need cared for while you are away, start with a conversation. Tell us about the property and your timeline, and we will give you a clear, honest view of your options.
Tell us about your residence.
Share the address, rental or sale goals, and your timeline. You can also call us directly at (917) 374-7911.