Kate Wollman-Mahan
Real Estate Professional
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Licensed As: Else Wollman-Mahan
Kate’s extensive experience at the highest levels of real estate provide her with unique abilities to advise her clients that few other brokers possess. As a graduate of the Princeton University School of Architecture, Kate holds an unparalleled expertise in the complexities of the market and the product type. In addition to architectural expertise, Kate has extensive work experience in real estate development and construction estimating and management, and is skilled at analyzing a property from an investment or commercial perspective in addition to residential. Kate’s former work experience includes managing the design assist of a Renzo Piano Building Workshop residential condo in Soho and Kate can advise on landmarks, zoning, construction, and architectural aspects of a deal. In addition to coops and condos, Kate holds a particular expertise in townhouses, and maintains a network of skilled contractors, attorneys, lenders, and designers.

A native New Yorker, Kate has been immersed in New York City real estate since childhood when she often assisted her father who was an architect and later a real estate developer. She grew up on the Upper East Side and Morningside Heights and attended the Brearley School for 13 years. In addition to Princeton University, Kate graduated from Dartmouth College and received a Masters degree from The London School of Economics.

Clients trust Kate due to her natural people skills as an empathetic listener, advocate, and fiduciary, and have come to depend on her discretion, integrity and expertise. Her clients range from first time buyers to notable leaders of finance and international business.

Kate and her husband (a Principal at Skidmore, Owings and Merrill) live in a Carnegie Hill coop which they recently renovated, with their 7 year old daughter who attends one of the Upper East Side private girls’ schools.

Press

6.13.24
Coldwell Banker Global Luxury (CBGL) Blog
Judy Kloner, Kate Wollman-Mahan, and Annie Cion Gruenberger Listing In The News…Coldwell Banker Global Luxury (CBGL) Blog https://www.coldwellbankerluxury.com/editorial/massive-unfinished-upper-west-side-mansion-offers-museum-quality-living-for-12-85-million
5.2.24
Forbes
Kate Wollman-Mahan In The News…Forbes https://www.forbes.com/newsletters/terriwilliams/2024/04/30/buying-a-houseavoid-being-house-poor/?sh=6eff59d2533b
4.30.24
Forbes
Kate Wollman-Mahan In The News…Forbes https://www.forbes.com/newsletters/terriwilliams/2024/04/30/buying-a-houseavoid-being-house-poor/?sh=6eff59d2533b
1.10.24
U.S. News & World Report
Kate Wollman-Mahan In The News…U.S News & World Report See full article
12.28.23
Better Homes & Gardens
Samantha Rose Frith, Jeremy Kamm and Kate Wollman-Mahan In The News…Better Homes & Gardens See full article
11.24.23
Better Homes & Gardens
Steven Gottlieb & Kate Wollman-Mahan In The News… Better Homes & Gardens See full article 
11.13.23
Mansion Global
Kate Wollman-Mahan and Tate Kelly In The News… Mansion Global See full article
10.26.23
Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Blog
Annie Cion Gruenberger & Kate Wollman-Mahan’s Listing In The News…Coldwell Banker Global Luxury (CBGL) Blog See full article
10.25.23
Better Homes & Gardens
Kate Wollman-Mahan & David Harris In The News… Better Homes & Gardens See full article
10.12.23
Mansion Global
Annie Cion Gruenberger & Kate Wollman-Mahan Listing In The News… Mansion Global See full article
7.5.23
Coldwell Banker Global Luxury (CBGL) Blog
In its literal translation, the French expression pied-à-terre means “a foot on the ground.” When it comes to New York real estate, a pied-à-terre often refers to an apartment designated for occasional use, serving as a temporary abode… More
6.21.23
Apartment Therapy
 You walk out your front door, hop on your bike, and ride to a doctor’s appointment. On your ride home, you drop by the grocery store to pick up a few veggies for dinner. Later, you… More
6.2.23
Lux Exposé
In the bustling realm of New York City’s luxury real estate market, where opulence and sophistication converge, a select few properties rise above the rest, embodying the epitome of grandeur and exclusivity. From a magnificent townhouse… More
5.25.23
New York Times
A 1,550-square-foot, two-bathroom loft with 15-foot ceilings, a wall of windows, an open second level with a sleeping area and a full bathroom, a dining and kitchen area with a large stainless steel island, original molding,… More
5.23.23
Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Blog
An impeccably refurbished Renaissance Revival townhouse at 250 West 71st Street, built in 1892 and designed by one of the most prominent residential architects of the time, Thom & Wilson, has debuted on the market for $11.95 million…. More
1.17.23
Next Avenue
If you’re retired — with plenty of free time — you may be on the hunt for your next great adventure. And if you watch TV on a regular basis, you’ve probably seen numerous DIY/fixer-upper shows… More
1.3.23
Brick Underground
New York City’s real estate market slowed dramatically in 2022 after booming in the second half of 2021, but that didn’t mean buyers or renters caught much of a break last year. Prices and rents remained frozen… More
12.22.22
The Street
Shakespeare had it right when he said, “I’ll give a thousand furlongs of open sea for an acre of barren ground.” U.S. homebuyers know exactly where the Bard of Avon was coming from on the real… More
12.16.22
Real Simple
Some buyers love to soak in bathtubs, while others prefer the convenience of taking a shower. However, Kate Wollman-Mahan, an agent at Coldwell Banker Warburg in New York City, warns against replacing the bathtub with a shower. “Any… More
11.2.22
Apartment Therapy
“Kitchens are one of the most important areas of a home, and it is smart to keep the color scheme primarily neutral — whites, grays, and taupes. That being said, if appropriate to the style of the… More
11.1.22
Apartment Therapy
After they walk through the front door, it’s not uncommon for buyers to make a beeline right to the kitchen — the living room can wait. “The kitchen is the heart of the home,” says New York City real… More
6.17.22
Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Blog
From a near-heavenly oceanfront estate perched on Malibu’s coveted Paradise Cove bluff to a rustically elegant mansion just outside of Nashville, Tennesee, the following ten properties from the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program are the latest ultra-luxury listings… More
6.16.22
Gotham Magazine
It’s no secret that outdoor space is one of the most coveted amenities in New York real estate. With summer in full swing, these three properties on the market have some of the most swoon-worthy patios,… More
6.10.22
Lux Expose
In urban cities like New York, where living is vertical and space is so valuable, private outdoor space like a balcony, a terrace, or a roofdeck is a real luxury. These private getaways are perfect for soaking up… More
6.9.22
Real Simple
Buying a new home can be an exhilarating experience. While it may often seem that it takes forever to close on a home, the process of shopping for a home can feel rushed and frenzied—and when it’s all… More
5.15.22
New York Times
Each week, our survey of recent residential sales in New York City and the surrounding region focuses on homes that sold around a certain price point, allowing you to compare single-family homes, condos and co-ops in different locales.
5.10.22
Lux Expose
A massive UWS townhouse, which boasts six full floors, and more than 5,200 square feet of living space is listed for $12,950,000 by broker Annie Cion Gruenberger and agent Kate Wollman-Mahan of Coldwell Banker Warburg.  The exquisite home, which… More
2.3.22
Brick Underground
Rachel Lustbader & Kate Wollman-Mahan comment https://www.brickunderground.com/improve/install-closet-system-custom-modular-apartment-brownstone-NYC
1.25.22
City Realty
Kate Wollman-Mahan & Parisa Afkhami comment https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/market-insight/features/get-to-know/manhattan-sales-amp-contracts-central-park-tower-tops-588m-sales-wake-red-hot-holiday-season/54321
11.25.21
Apartment Therapy
Kate Wollman-Mahan, Christopher Totaro and Rachel Lustbader comment. https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/brand-new-home-buying-mistake-36998087
11.23.21
Brick Underground
Mihal Gartenberg and Kate Wollman-Mahan comment. https://www.brickunderground.com/buy/advice-buyers-low-carrying-costs-nyc-apartment-condo-co-op-monthlies-maintenance-common-charges-tax-abatement
11.23.21
Daily Money
Kate Wollman-Mahan and Becki Danchik comment. 11.23.2021 Daily Money NEWSLETTER
11.23.21
Yahoo! Finance
Kate Wollman-Mahan and Becki Danchik comment. https://money.yahoo.com/goodbye-open-houses-hello-tiktok-160137097.html
11.23.21
Money.com
Kate Wollman-Mahan and Becki Danchik comment. https://money.com/home-marketing-trends-2021/
10.19.21
LX Collection
Kate Wollman-Mahan comments. https://www.lxcollection.com/article/in-new-york-sustainability-finally-becomes-a-selling-point/
10.17.21
NY Times
136 West 75th Street, No. PHA by Lisa Chajet and Kate Wollman-Mahan featured. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/14/realestate/housing-market-nyc.html
10.7.21
Apartment Therapy
Kate Wollman-Mahan and Parisa M. Afkhami comment. https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/best-paint-finishes-for-every-room-36985059
10.5.21
Lux Exposé
136 West 75th Street, Apartment PHA by Lisa Chajet & Kate Wollman-Mahan featured. https://luxexpose.com/pre-war-private-roof-terrace-it-can-all-be-yours-for-1-995m/  

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