Peter Ocean is a Manhattan-based luxury real estate advisor at SERHANT., specializing in the representation of exceptional residences across New York City’s most competitive markets. His approach combines rigorous market intelligence, sophisticated deal strategy, and modern marketing with a highly personal and discreet level of service.
Recognized by RealTrends among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide, Peter has quickly distinguished himself in Manhattan’s luxury market. His experience spans some of the city’s most coveted addresses and property types, from architecturally significant downtown lofts to residences along Fifth Avenue, Park Avenue, Central Park West and Hudson Yards. His track record includes record-breaking transactions, reflecting an ability not simply to participate at the highest levels of the market, but to create exceptional outcomes within it.
With a BSc in Biology from Queen Mary University of London and a background in immunology research, Peter brings a scientific appreciation for data and analysis to his approach to real estate.
Before entering real estate, Peter founded and scaled his own hospitality company in London. Building a business from the ground up shaped the entrepreneurial mindset he brings to brokerage today, which is understanding the numbers, creating a compelling brand and narrative, anticipating problems before they arise, and negotiating with the broader financial objective in mind.
Originally from London, Peter relocated to New York and built his real estate career from the ground up. His international background gives him a natural understanding of both domestic and overseas clients, while his experience as a scientist, entrepreneur and business owner allows him to approach real estate from a perspective that extends well beyond that of a traditional broker.
Peter is known for his discretion, persistence, and ability to navigate complex transactions with composure. Whether determining the positioning of a significant residence, sourcing opportunities that never reach the public market, or structuring unconventional terms to bring a difficult transaction together, he operates as a strategic advisor rather than simply a transactional broker.
As founder of the Ocean Team at SERHANT., Peter is building a luxury advisory business centered on market intelligence, global relationships, exceptional marketing and relentless execution, serving clients who expect a level of strategy, discretion and representation commensurate with the assets they own.
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June 27, 2026
"The top commercial deal recorded in New York was on the Lower East Side. Shinko Co., which provides dry cleaning equipment, paid $24 million for a six-story, mixed-use building at 245"
May 19, 2026
"A nearly 7,000-square-foot downtown loft with industrial manholes embedded in the floor, a 1950s phone booth that still works and a gym bigger than some boutique fitness studios is about to test the limits of New York luxury real estate .has hit the market for $25 million, and according to listing broker Peter Ocean of Serhant, the property holds a title no other Manhattan apartment can claim."
May 18, 2026
"Welcome to Loft345, the largest 2 bed in Manhattan Positioned at the vibrant intersection of the West Village and the Meatpacking District, this almost 7,000-square-foot loft in the historic Astor House is a rare fusion of heritage architecture and forward-thinking wellness integration. As the neighborhood’s premier full-service building, Loft345 offers a level of privacy and security that is unmatched in the immediate area, anchored by a 24-hour doorman and an exclusive residents’ rooftop terrace."
