Meet Nikolay Afanasyev

Nikolay

Nikolay Afanasyev

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson New York

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Nikolay is the Founder & CEO of CITY SPHERE (#3 in Manhattan and #11 in NYC by WSJ & Real Trends Ranking in 2025), having sold over 200 properties across Manhattan and Brooklyn in the career spanning over a decade. Formerly associated with companies such as Compass and Keller Williams - Nikolay, together with Julia, have gone to open up their own brand to help bring the vision of what a real estate brokerage should be in modern day and age.

CITY SPHERE has a strategic partnership with Side.com, venture backed real estate company supporting and uniting some of the top brokerages in the nation with over 6,000 agents. This partnership allows CITY SPHERE to have a competitive advantage in technology and marketing as well as global reach.

As a seller’s broker, Nikolay is able to market properties in 40+ countries, reaching 140 million+ potential buyers. Additionally, having developed a vast network over many years in the industry he is able to help some of the clients discretely showcase their homes. Each property is unique and will get its own custom plan depending on the client’s needs, goals and aspirations.

As a buyer’s broker, Nikolay many times does not only look at what is available online and instead searches for opportunities beyond to find the right match for his clients. He patiently discerns their individual requirements, guiding them to the perfect property and often uncovering hidden opportunities or challenges others might miss.

Nikolay has previously earned a spot in the top 50 teams according to the annual Wall Street Journal rankings.

Having previously pursued a career as a professional tennis player in Spain, Nikolay now devotes much of his free time to his beloved wife and children.

Some of the recent notable sales include:
- Two Townhouses | 83 & 85 Sullivan Street | $10m+
- Park Ave Condo | 737 Park Ave | $8m+
- Flatiron Loft | 5 East 16th street | $5m+
- Esteemed Co-ops | 860 United Nations Plaza | $5m+
- Battery Park City | 70 Little West Street | $5m+

Languages Spoken by Nikolay:
- English
- Russian
- Spanish

Additional languages spoken at CITY SPHERE:
- French
- Italian
- Hebrew
- Cantonese
- Mandarin

What My Clients Say

Finding an apartment in NYC is challenging and it's all about the professional you're working with. I think I found a lifetime partner for all my Real Estate initiatives. Highly Recommended!

— Alex S.

What My Clients Say

The NY Global Team led by Nikolay and Julia are simply the best Realtors® around. Honest, dedicated and eager to please. I can't emphasize enough how happy we are with their team; they go above and beyond, and have never let us down through multiple transactions. 10/10!

— A. Mavraj

What My Clients Say

Julia and Nikolay helped alleviate all of my first-time home buyer fears. They, along with their team, made an often complex and complicated experience seamless. I felt like I was in safe hands and for that, I will definitely be reaching out to them for help with future purchases down the line!

— Jessica B.

What My Clients Say

Best brokers in town. Super considerate, attentive, knows the market well, and patient with answering all my questions. Being a new buyer, I had a lot of uncertainties, especially during turbulent times recently with the rates. Nico guided me step by step the entire way. Highly recommend using them!

— L. T.

What My Clients Say

Nikolay and Yuliya helped me with the purchase of my home. As a first-time home buyer, I was nervous about the process. But with their guidance, everything went very smoothly, and my wife and I couldn't be happier. With white glove service and a data-supported approach from Yuliya and Nikolay, I felt we got the best deal. I would highly recommend them!

— Ruslan K.

What My Clients Say

It’s a pleasure working with Julia and Nikolay! They take the most personal approach with you and listen to your needs! Moving and finding your new home is a very difficult process and you want to work with the right real estate agents. If you are still searching for real estate agents, don’t wait and reach out to Julia and Nikolay. They will take the best care of you!

— Irinka T.

What My Clients Say

Excellent team always going above and beyond! Nikolay and Julia helped me get my dream home and secure a deal from an escalating bidding war. They were by my side through the contract and closing process and kept everything and everyone on track. I would only work with this team on all my sales and rental needs. Highly Recommended for the best home buying, selling, and renting experience.

— Noorie S.

What My Clients Say

The NY Global team is different than other real estate teams in NYC. They are experienced professionals who take the time to really get to know their clients and work with them to find a home that fits their specific needs. Once the home is under contract, they will stay involved in the process to help push things along (when needed) to ensure a smooth and timely closing. I highly recommend this team.

— Steve B.

What My Clients Say

It was a pleasure working with NY Global Team. Nikolay and his team were extremely knowledgeable about the market and setting the right price. They did a great job staging my apartment virtually. I had an offer within a short period of time. They are very professional and provided weekly updates on how many people came to see the apartment. I highly recommend this team and would love to work with them ag...

— Jennifer D.

What My Clients Say

I worked with Nikolay and his team for well over a year to find my current home. It wasn't an easy journey, we had a couple of apartments/offers not work out before landing the third one. Nikolay is extremely professional, patient, polite, and understanding, as is his team also. They stuck with me through all the ups and downs of this experience, and I would have no hesitation in using them again or reco...

— Ian M.

What My Clients Say

The process of buying property in New York City is a challenge not many could tackle, especially when doing this first time. With the help of the NY Global Team at Keller Williams NYC, the bumpy process went on to the wished outcome. Multiple hunting trips spanned from The West Side to Lower Manhattan, and a series of approvals and pushbacks complemented with a huge amount of paperwork before we finalize...

— Dmitrii K.

What My Clients Say

As a real estate attorney, I regularly work with multiple real estate professionals from all major agencies. I'm always happy to see NY Global Team on my transactions. They are very experienced and knowledgeable about the real estate transaction process in NYC. Most people think that a real estate agent's job ends once they lock in a property for their buyer or an offer to purchase for their seller. But ...

— Peter Z.

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Browse My Listings

Explore my exclusive listings.

Red-brick apartment building at 336 West 19th Street, with black trim and a recessed entrance.

For Sale

$4,995,000

336 W 19TH Street 1

  • 21 Beds
  • 14 Baths
  • 6,546 Sq.Ft.

Listing Courtesy Bhenisha Bantawa with City Sphere

Living room with curved beige walls, cream sofas, and a cognac leather chaise lounge.

For Sale

$4,750,000

40 E 84TH Street 7CD

  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 3,600 Sq.Ft.

Listing Courtesy patrice bericourt with City Sphere

30 RIVERSIDE Boulevard 21M

Pending

$4,150,000

30 RIVERSIDE Boulevard 21M

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,531 Sq.Ft.

Listing Courtesy Nikolay Afanasyev with City Sphere

Kitchen with a granite island, dark wood cabinets, and concealed stacked washer and dryer.

For Sale

$2,200,000

1451 5TH Avenue 3FAM

  • 7 Beds
  • 4 Baths

Listing Courtesy Sofia Corradini with City Sphere

188 E 64TH Street 2006

For Sale

$1,900,000

188 E 64TH Street 2006

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,347 Sq.Ft.

Listing Courtesy Maria Anegeles Octavio with City Sphere

Red-brick building with John’s Family Fish Market storefront and a tall turquoise fish sign.

For Sale

$1,500,000

184 Avenue U #1

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
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(646) 893-0851

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1674 Broadway, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10019

 

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