Bob Knakal

Brief Profile

NYC’s leading investment sales and development site broker—2,300+ buildings sold, $22B+ in volume. Chairman & CEO of BKREA and writer of Concrete Thoughts.

Full Profile

Bob “BK” Knakal | Chairman & CEO, BKREA
Record‑setting NYC investment sales broker and development site strategist, maximizing commercial property owners’ sale prices since 1984.

The Challenge NYC Owners Face

New York City owners operate in one of the most complex, competitive investment markets in the world. Getting to the right sale price demands deep street‑by‑street knowledge, disciplined underwriting, thoughtful timing, and a broker who has navigated every market cycle many times over.

My Approach

Bob focuses exclusively on representing sellers of New York City investment properties and development sites. Over a 40+ year career, he has combined granular “map room” data with broad capital markets relationships and a servant‑leadership mindset—educating clients, mentoring brokers, and running highly structured processes designed to create competitive tension and premium outcomes.

Core Services

• Exclusive representation of NYC commercial property and development site sellers
• Disposition strategy, valuation guidance, and pricing execution
• Development site sales, assemblages, and air‑rights transactions
• Apartment building, mixed‑use, retail, and office building sales
• Portfolio sales and complex, multi‑asset transactions
• Advisory and consulting for owners, investors, and institutions

Proven Results

Bob has sold more than 2,300 NYC buildings—over $22+ billion in sales volume—widely regarded as the highest building‑sale total ever achieved by a single broker. As Co‑Founder and Chairman of Massey Knakal Realty Services, he helped build New York’s #1 building‑sales firm, which closed 6,000+ transactions before its $100 million sale to Cushman & Wakefield. His work and market insights have been featured in Commercial Observer, The New York Times, CoStar, and national TV networks.

Why Clients Work With Bob

Owners turn to Bob for unmatched experience, disciplined process, and candid guidance on when—and whether—to sell. He is known for his servant‑leadership style, his Concrete Thoughts columns, The Bob Knakal Show, and his ability to synthesize market data into clear, actionable strategies that put the owner’s interests first.

Core Competencies

• NYC investment sales and development site brokerage
• Exclusive seller representation
• Portfolio and large‑scale transaction strategy
• Market commentary and owner education
• Servant leadership and brokerage team development

About Bob “BK” Knakal

Bob is Chairman & CEO of BKREA and one of the most accomplished investment sales brokers in the United States. A Wharton School graduate, he previously served as Chairman of NY Investment Sales at Cushman & Wakefield and later at JLL. He is a frequent speaker, writer, and commentator on New York City real estate, and a lifelong New York Rangers fan.

Ready to Talk About Selling in NYC?

To discuss the strategy and value of your New York City property or development site, connect with Bob “BK” Knakal and the BKREA team.
Website: BobKnakal.com | BKREA.com