Gus Lafkas
Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

Highlights *
25 recent sales
$410K - $1.5M
English, Greek, Spanish
ABR®, CRB
111 days on market
21 years experience
About
Gus Lafkas graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a BBA Degree in Business Administration intending to become an entrepreneur. Gus became an owner of a Restaurant which gave him the organizational skills, the patience and the caring that is so needed in business.

Little did he realize back then that his life would take a turn in a different direction. He sold the business and began his mortgage career in 2002 followed by his passion of selling homes in 2008. To Gus, this feels natural and not like work!

In September 2008, Gus joined Douglas Elliman Real Estate, which he calls HOME!

Many wonderful people with big hearts believed in Gus and gave him an opportunity to succeed. He is bilingual (speaking both English and Greek). Gus is 100% devoted to ALL his customers giving them the service they deserve making himself available 24/7/365.

Ratings & Reviews

PATRICK

Gus did an absolutely amazing job finding us our home. He worked with us from start to finish and was very professional. Highly recommended. Thank you!

KEN LOHMAN

Gus is a great guy and has a ton of experience in the area. He helped me buy a home and helped me sell one as well. If you are looking to buy or sell in Long Island he will be a great asset

JOSE RODRIGUE

Gus is very kind, knowledgeable, responsive and I highly recommend him! He was integral in keeping things cool and moving during a time when bidding wars were around us. We got the home of our dreams and it felt so smooth! I highly recommend him if you are looking for a home or want to sell your home!

PATRCIA LADIS

Gus is very kind, knowledgeable, responsive and I highly recommend him! He was integral in keeping things cool and moving during a time when bidding wars were around us. We got the home of our dreams and it felt so smooth! I highly recommend him if you are looking for a home or want to sell your home!

John

Gus was an absolutely wonderful realtor. As this was our first home purchase he was very attentive, always available and supportive throughout the process. We had an absolutely wonderful and smooth home buying experience. Would recommend him to our family and closest friends. If you are in the market to purchase a home we highly recommend you consider utilizing Gus Lafkas as your agent!

Jeff

Gus is an extremely knowledgeable and helpful agent. We met him by chance at an open house about a year ago and immediately got good vibes. We asked him about potentially selling our house, but we weren't ready yet. He was not pushy at all and remained in contact with us until this spring when we were ready. We had a successful closing yesterday and will be closing on our new purchase on Friday. I now consider Gus not only my agent but a friend and I appreciate the relationship we have built. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an agent who is always available, responsive and helpful.

STAR GOODS

True professional ! His experience and knowledge of the industry shined through from start to finish. Always picks up the phone when you need him. Will 1000% use again!!!

NOT DISCLOSING

It's been excellent working together with Gus. He has a very strong work ethic and unparalleled analytical and problem solving abilities. Thanks to interpersonal skills he has great relations with both buyers, sellers and other realtors. He is not only a reliable and forward thinking Realtor but also a true professional who knows the lending and legal process and is one step ahead to get the deal done on time.

He saved our deal several times. Whenever we had a problem, there has never been a time he has left us without a solution. Ambitious and independent expert. I would recommend him for any type of deal.

CHRIS MASTORAKIS

We just bought our home with Gus and I can not be happier. I’ve never met a more knowledgeable, patient and professional agent. He was always there to answer my call or texts even when he was on vacation to Greece he answered me immediately! Thank you Gus it was a pleasure working with you!!

N VAHAVIOLOS

Gus recently helped us with our first home purchase, and the sale of an investment property within a few months of one another. Having someone like Gus, who has extensive knowledge of local markets, great industry relationships, and a patient demeanor for demanding clients like myself, proved invaluable. We could not have been more pleased with the experience on both of our transactions, Gus made the entire process go smoothly and went above and beyond expectations to meet our needs. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again for a purchase or sale of a home.

PETER LEGAKIS

From start to finish Gus was there along the way to help and answer any questions until the purchase of the house. Made us feel comfortable and service was top notch.

KLIN

As a result of Gus' knowledge and professional manner we received many viable offers. He immediately began marketing our home, was proactive in setting up appointments and was respectful of our time as well as the parameters we set. He promptly returned our phone calls and texts, even while he was on vacation and kept us abreast of the process as it unfolded. I would recommend him to other potential home sellers.

NICK COLUCCI

Gus was introduced to me as my agent since we have become friends. I trust him in every way. Attention to detail, knowledge of product, his demeanor, ability to get the job done, work ethic, and a wonderful family man and human being.

drdawnbryant

Gus was a very attentive to the needs of the seller. He was also very resourceful to first time sellers like myself. He is always available for any questions or concerns.

JOSE BARAHONA

S VERY GENTLY TO EXPLAIN AND SHOW THE HOMES,
CALL THE COSTUMER WHEN HE HAS ANY INFORMATION,
HELPFUL IN AND AFTER THE WHOLE PROCESS
I WILL RECOMMEND GUS TO ALL THE PEOPLE THAT I KNOW WANT TO BUY A HOME
Highly likely to recommend

ELVIS

We had a great experience working with Gus. I couldn’t believe how responsive he was to all of our requests and questions, and he knew far more than we ever hoped to about the process of buying a home.

irene papoulis

We used Gus to sell our home and purchase a new home. He was great to work with and made the process very easy. He was able to find a buyer for our home quickly. He also helped us find a new home just as quick. He was available anytime to answer all our questions and concerns. Very knowledgeable and is a great agent! Overall we had a great experience working with him and would recommend him to friends and family.

Daniel rajkov

He really takes care of everything! He sold our home, helped us find the perfect new home for us and really does care and build a personal relationship with his clients.

ANGELO M

Gus was an amazing professional to work with. Got our house sold with multiple offers very quickly and guided us through the process very calmly. Would highly recommend him!

LISA

He was great
Sold our house almost Immediatly
He Took care of everything because we were living in an other house out of town
Will recommend him always

ALEX

Mr. Gus one of the best realtors that you can do business with. Cause he will explain to you all the steps of selling your house and will help in all the paper work. He will promote th property the right way. Thank you Gus for your help.

ZUSER

Gus is the absolute best! He helped us buy our first house and made the experience so easy and enjoyable, especially for first-time home-buyers like us. He is quick to respond, always happy to help, and the most supportive. All in all, he is a pleasure to work with and we recommend Gus with all our hearts!

HEATHER GONYON

Gus has been our agent for 6+ years now. Very patient and attentive. Helped us with our first home purchase and when it was time to upgrade, he was just as wonderful second time around.

I highly recommend him for your real estate needs. He will not rush you, will hear out all your concerns and stick by you until you make a decision.

John Gouzos

Gus was absolutely incredible in all aspects! As a first time home buyer he made the process simple and easy in this crazy market… He was very understanding to our needs and came through big time… definitely recommended…. There is a reason he is one of long islands best brokers!!!

Vasilios Tsimis

Gus was very helpful throughout the whole process of buying my home. I highly recommend him for any of your real-estate needs. He guided me through picking the right home for me. He was informative and supporting from getting the right lawyer to finding the right mortgage broker. He is very responsive and courteous.

Professional Info

Brokerage

Douglas Elliman Real Estate
2300 Merrick Road
Merrick, NY 11566

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
NY 10301201664

Awards

  • Gold’s Circle Award 2022(Top 9 % of Company)
  • Gold’s Circle Award 2021(Top 9 % of Company)
  • Gold’s Circle Award 2020(Top 9 % of Company)
  • Gold’s Circle Award 2019(Top 9 % of Company)
  • Gold’s Circle Award 2018(Top 9 % of Company)

Specialties

  • Age-restricted communities
  • First-time buyers
  • Flipping & rehab
  • Luxury properties
  • Relocation

Designations

  • ABR®
  • CRB

Languages

  • English
  • Greek
  • Spanish

Hobbies

  • Sports

Education

New York Institute of Technology
Graduate Degree, Business admin
1989 - 1993

Top Cities *

Bellmore

  • 6 sales past 3 years
  • 88 days on market
  • $790K median price

Wantagh

  • 4 sales past 3 years
  • 101 days on market
  • $665K median price

East Meadow

  • 4 sales past 3 years
  • 141 days on market
  • $550K median price

Service Areas (203 cities)

Albertson, NY Amityville, NY Asharoken, NY Atlantic Beach, NY Babylon, NY Baldwin, NY Baldwin Harbor, NY Barnum Island, NY Baxter Estates, NY Bay Park, NY Bay Shore, NY Bayville, NY Baywood, NY Bellerose, NY Bellerose Terrace, NY Bellmore, NY Bethpage, NY Bohemia, NY Brentwood, NY Briarcliff Manor, NY Brightwaters, NY Brookville, NY Captree, NY Carle Place, NY Cedarhurst, NY Centerport, NY Central Islip, NY Centre Island, NY Cold Spring Harbor, NY Commack, NY Copiague, NY Cove Neck, NY Deer Park, NY Dix Hills, NY East Atlantic Beach, NY East Farmingdale, NY East Garden City, NY East Hills, NY East Islip, NY East Massapequa, NY East Meadow, NY East Northport, NY East Norwich, NY East Rockaway, NY East Williston, NY Eatons Neck, NY Elmont, NY Elwood, NY Farmingdale, NY Fire Island, NY Floral Park, NY Flower Hill, NY Fort Salonga, NY Franklin Square, NY Freeport, NY Garden City, NY Garden City Park, NY Garden City South, NY Gilgo, NY Gilgo-Oak Beach-Captree, NY Glen Cove, NY Glen Head, NY Glenwood Landing, NY Great Neck, NY Great Neck Estates, NY Great Neck Gardens, NY Great Neck Plaza, NY Great River, NY Greenlawn, NY Greenvale, NY Halesite, NY Harbor Hills, NY Harbor Isle, NY Hauppauge, NY Head of the Harbor, NY Hempstead, NY Herricks, NY Hewlett, NY Hewlett Bay Park, NY Hewlett Harbor, NY Hewlett Neck, NY Hicksville, NY Holtsville, NY Huntington, NY Huntington Bay, NY Huntington Station, NY Inwood, NY Islandia, NY Island Park, NY Islip, NY Islip Terrace, NY Jericho, NY Kensington, NY Kings Park, NY Kings Point, NY Lake Ronkonkoma, NY Lake Success, NY Lakeview, NY Lattingtown, NY Laurel Hollow, NY Lawrence, NY Levittown, NY Lido Beach, NY Lindenhurst, NY Lloyd Harbor, NY Locust Valley, NY Long Beach, NY Lynbrook, NY Malverne, NY Malverne Park Oaks, NY Manhasset, NY Manhasset Hills, NY Manorhaven, NY Massapequa, NY Massapequa Park, NY Matinecock, NY Melville, NY Merrick, NY Mill Neck, NY Mineola, NY Munsey Park, NY Muttontown, NY Nesconset, NY New Cassel, NY New Hyde Park, NY New York, NY Nissequogue, NY North Amityville, NY North Babylon, NY North Bay Shore, NY North Bellmore, NY North Great River, NY North Hills, NY North Lindenhurst, NY North Lynbrook, NY North Massapequa, NY North Merrick, NY North New Hyde Park, NY Northport, NY North Valley Stream, NY North Wantagh, NY Oak Beach, NY Oak Beach-Captree, NY Oakdale, NY Ocean Beach, NY Oceanside, NY Old Bethpage, NY Old Brookville, NY Old Westbury, NY Oyster Bay, NY Oyster Bay Cove, NY Plainedge, NY Plainview, NY Plandome, NY Plandome Heights, NY Plandome Manor, NY Point Lookout, NY Port Washington, NY Port Washington North, NY Queens, NY Rockville Centre, NY Ronkonkoma, NY Roosevelt, NY Roslyn, NY Roslyn Estates, NY Roslyn Harbor, NY Roslyn Heights, NY Russell Gardens, NY Saddle Rock, NY Saddle Rock Estates, NY Salisbury, NY Saltaire, NY Sands Point, NY Sea Cliff, NY Seaford, NY Searingtown, NY Smithtown, NY South Farmingdale, NY South Floral Park, NY South Hempstead, NY South Huntington, NY South Valley Stream, NY Stewart Manor, NY St. James, NY Syosset, NY Thomaston, NY Uniondale, NY University Gardens, NY Upper Brookville, NY Valley Stream, NY Village of the Branch, NY Wantagh, NY West Babylon, NY West Bay Shore, NY Westbury, NY West Hempstead, NY West Hills, NY West Islip, NY Wheatley Heights, NY Williston Park, NY Woodmere, NY Woodsburgh, NY Wyandanch, NY

* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.