A Look at Ryan Serhant’s New TV Series: Owning Manhattan

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Streaming on Netflix, Owning Manhattan centers around broker Ryan Serhant and his ventures in the competitive New York City real estate world, with a special focus on Manhattan. Over the course of season one’s eight episodes, viewers watch Serhant and the SERHANT. team of talented experts compete against other brokerages to sell Manhattan’s most luxurious listings. 

Owning Manhattan’s first season premiered on Netflix on Friday, June 28th. Serhant, a well-known figure in the real estate industry, has closed over $8 billion in real estate sales and is known for his charismatic personality and savvy business acumen. Throughout the show, viewers see the SERHANT. team work to sell various elite properties, including a Central Park Tower penthouse, navigate setbacks such as missing out on highly sought-after sales, and put in hours of behind-the-scenes work. 

Viewers get a firsthand look at the various factors buyers have to consider when purchasing property in the NYC market. The show delves into the intricacies of the Manhattan real estate scene, exploring everything from market trends to the unique challenges of selling high-end properties. There’s also an underdog element to the series. While SERHANT. boasts impressive brokers, they’re a team of roughly 350 agents competing against billion-dollar companies and franchises. 

The story behind Owning Manhattan is rooted in Ryan Serhant’s ambition to expand his brand and showcase the dynamic world of luxury real estate. The show highlights the importance of perseverance, strategic thinking, and exceptional customer service in successfully closing multi-million-dollar deals.  

Season 1 of the show has performed extremely well, with millions of viewers tuning in, making it one of Netflix’s top shows. The success of the series is a testament to the public’s fascination with luxury real estate and the personalities behind these high-profile transactions. The streaming platform has yet to greenlight a season two for Owning Manhattan; however, it’s not uncommon for weeks or even months to pass before Netflix approves another season for any given series.