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# Fiona Dogan: Fiona Dogan is a senior global real estate advisor known for her commanding approach and consistent results. She transforms properties, negotiates fiercely, and keeps the entire process calm and stress-free for her clients. She focuses on the Rye and Westchester region of New York and is an award winning realtor in this market having sold over $100 million worth of real estate. 

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## Posts
- [Your Guide to Relocating to Westchester County, New York](https://www.fionadogan.com/your-guide-to-relocating-to-westchester-county-new-york/): Moving to a new community is about much more than finding a house. Whether you’re relocating from Manhattan, moving from abroad, or simply exploring what living in Westchester County might look like, you’re choosing a community, a lifestyle, a commute, and a place where you hope to build your next chapter.
- [How to Choose the Right Luxury Real Estate Agent in Westchester County](https://www.fionadogan.com/how-to-choose-the-right-luxury-real-estate-agent-in-westchester-county/): Choosing the right luxury real estate agent in Westchester County comes down to five key factors: local market expertise, access to off-market opportunities, strategic pricing knowledge, strong professional relationships, and the ability to provide personalized, trusted guidance throughout the process. Whether you're buying or selling a luxury home, the right advisor can help you navigate complex decisions and achieve exceptional outcomes.
- [Is Now a Good Time to Sell Your House in Westchester County?](https://www.fionadogan.com/is-now-a-good-time-to-sell-your-house-in-westchester-county/): Low inventory and motivated buyers are keeping the Westchester market active, with many homes still selling quickly and competitively. In this post, Fiona explains why your personal goals — whether upsizing, downsizing, or relocating — should guide the decision to sell, even in a strong market.
- [The Art of Pricing Your Home to Sell](https://www.fionadogan.com/the-art-of-pricing-your-home-to-sell/): Determining the right price for your home is complicated. It’s a balancing act. You don’t want to price so low that you are leaving money on the table, but you can’t go so high that would-be buyers are turned off. Pricing your home is part art, part science, and part psychology.  It is also the most important part of the entire sales process.
- [Fiona Dogan’s Complete Guide to Downsizing Your Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-dogans-complete-guide-to-downsizing-your-home-2023/): Downsizing your home is a significant life decision, filled with both excitement and challenges. Whether you're an empty nester, newly single, or simply seeking a simpler lifestyle, downsizing requires careful advance planning and expert guidance.
- [7 Tips for Evaluating A School District in Westchester](https://www.fionadogan.com/evaluating-school-district-in-westchester/): Considering a move to the suburbs? If so, finding a great home in an excellent school district in Westchester may well be at the top of your list. Keep in mind that even if you don’t have school-age children, a community's highly regarded public school system helps to ensure strong market value and a consistently high demand for property. Here are a few tips to get you started on finding the right school district for your family:
- [Top 5 Outdoor Home Improvements to Boost Your Property’s Value](https://www.fionadogan.com/top-5-outdoor-home-improvements-to-boost-your-property-value/): At this time of year, the outside beckons. As we spend more time outdoors, homeowners often consider outdoor home improvements, including upgrading amenities to reflect the activities they enjoy indoor spaces during the colder months. We’re not just talking about a gas grill on the patio; far more elaborate open-air amenities are on the rise.
- [Tips for Selling Your Home This Spring](https://www.fionadogan.com/tips-selling-home-spring/): With daffodils in bloom, spring is the best time to list your home for sale. A small investment of time and money can make your house stand out from the crowd and help attract multiple buyers, increasing your chances for a quick sale.
- [What Westchester County Buyers Are Prioritizing in Homes](https://www.fionadogan.com/what-westchester-county-buyers-are-prioritizing-in-homes/): Westchester County’s real estate market is being shaped by buyers with a keen eye for convenience, flexibility, and contemporary style. Whether it’s first-timers stretching their budgets or luxury buyers seeking resort-like amenities, understanding today’s key buyer preferences can help both Westchester County buyers and sellers make smarter moves.
- [5 Reasons to Hire a Tech-Savvy Realtor](https://www.fionadogan.com/5-reasons-to-hire-a-realtor-whos-tech-savvy/): Whether you’re a Millennial, first-time homebuyer, or a Baby Boomer looking to downsize, chances are technology has become part of your real estate experience, beginning with an online search. Most homebuyers say the first step they took in the home buying process was to look online at properties for sale.
- [Helping International Real Estate Clients Spread Their Wings](https://www.fionadogan.com/international-real-estate/): Are you relocating to New York and buying a home? Fiona Dogan is one of the leading international real estate agents in Westchester. Here's her story...
- [7 Reasons Why Winter is a Good Time to Sell Your Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/7-reasons-why-winter-is-a-good-time-to-sell-your-home/): Homeowners often think they should wait until the spring before they list their property. But, experienced real estate agents know that there are unexpected advantages to listing your home now rather than waiting until the weather warms up.
- [8 New Year’s Resolutions for Serious Home Sellers](https://www.fionadogan.com/new-years-resolutions-for-home-sellers/): If you are thinking of selling your home this year, here are some tips you may want to consider before putting your house on the market:
- [A Smooth Transition: How Fiona Helped Us Transform and Sell Our Family Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/a-smooth-transition-how-fiona-helped-us-transform-and-sell-our-family-home/): When Katrin and Doug decided to sell their family home of 22 years, it was a decision wrapped in emotion and complexity. The couple wanted to downsize and move toward a lower-maintenance lifestyle, but the process of preparing, renovating, and ultimately selling their beloved home felt daunting. With the guidance of real estate expert Fiona Dogan, however, their journey became not only manageable but deeply rewarding.
- [How to Navigate Selling a Family Home With Several Stakeholders](https://www.fionadogan.com/selling-a-family-home-with-several-stakeholders/): Selling a family home is never easy. Add multiple stakeholders into the mix, and the process can become even more complex — layered with emotions, opinions, and priorities.
- [Tips for Home Buying and Selling During December](https://www.fionadogan.com/holiday-home-buying-selling/): The holiday season is always joyful and festive, but it also can be stressful and chaotic – with or without buying or selling your home. Yet, homebuyers and sellers may find unexpected advantages in the real estate market during this time. Here are some tips for making the most of this 'quieter' time in real estate:
- [Questions to Ask Before Buying a House](https://www.fionadogan.com/questions-to-ask-before-buying-a-house/): Buying a home is one of life’s biggest financial and emotional decisions — and asking the right questions can make all the difference. In this guide, Fiona shares practical insights to help buyers feel confident, informed, and prepared as they navigate due diligence and move toward a successful purchase.
- [Your Home Inspection Checklist](https://www.fionadogan.com/home-inspection-checklist/): Thinking of listing your house for sale and wondering what the first steps are? Of course, hiring an agent, assessing the market and setting a sales price are key steps. However, many sellers overlook an important step that can make or break a sale. First, you must prepare for a visit from the buyer’s home inspector. The sale probably won’t go through if the house doesn’t pass muster.
- [Buying Your First Home? 5 Homebuyer Mistakes to Avoid](https://www.fionadogan.com/buying-your-first-home-5-homebuyer-mistakes-to-avoid/): Buying your first home can be one of the most joyful — or the most stressful — moments of your life. If you think you’ve found the home of your dreams, don’t get ahead of yourself. As a first-time homebuyer, you need to prepare for the purchase of a home well before you start looking for one.
- [Prepare Your Home Now for a Future Sale: Fall’s the Time!](https://www.fionadogan.com/preparing-your-home-for-sale/): Are you thinking of putting your home on the market this spring? If so, now’s the time to get your home in top shape. Here are several helpful tips to get you started on the road toward a quick home sale at the best price: 
- [Preparing Your Home for the Next Major Storm](https://www.fionadogan.com/preparing-your-home-next-major-storm/): With the growing threat of extreme weather events, like Hurricanes Milton and Helene, Westchester residents are increasingly likely to see uprooted trees, damaged roofs, and flood impacts. Homeowners are wise to be ready not just with a packed bag of emergency supplies, but a course of action for preparing and recovering from catastrophes at home. 
- [Rye to New Beginnings: A Client’s Success Story](https://www.fionadogan.com/rye-to-new-beginnings-a-clients-success/): Michelle L. had looked after her parents in their longtime Rye home for years. After her mom and dad both passed, Michelle knew it was time for a fresh start. A friend’s family had successfully worked with Fiona Dogan to sell their home and recommended the Rye expert to Michelle. 
- [Staging for Success: Expertise Leads to Over-Asking Sale](https://www.fionadogan.com/staging-for-success-expertise-leads-to-over-asking-sale/): When Nathalie Fontaine and her family decided to relocate from Japan to New York seven years ago, they were looking for something unique, within commuting distance to Manhattan, and an international school nearby. They found their perfect match in Rye at 33 Mount Holly Drive. Distinctive architecture set the home apart, with a hand-hewn cedar splits roof, skylights, walls of windows, and a raised living room. The design had a contemporary feel, with a fabulous open plan. The property was just 40 minutes from NYC via Metro North, and conveniently located near the French American School of New York. This house was idyllic. “It was a sanctuary nestled in the woods, providing privacy, and a special kind of charm,” Nathalie says. Fiona Dogan was the listing agent for their new home. They hit it off immediately and stayed in touch throughout the years.
- [A Seller’s Paradise, Buyer’s Battleground: Real Estate Market Update](https://www.fionadogan.com/a-sellers-paradise-buyers-battleground-real-estate-market-update/): In the fast-moving landscape of residential real estate, the year 2024 is proving to be nothing short of extraordinary. With rapid shifts in inventory, pricing dynamics, and buyer behavior, staying ahead in this market requires a keen understanding of its nuances.  
- [The Pre-Prep Stage: Get Ready to Sell Your Home in Style with Fiona’s Guide](https://www.fionadogan.com/the-pre-prep-stage-get-ready-to-sell-your-home-in-style-with-fionas-guide/): Thinking of parting ways with your beloved home in the coming year? That’s great — change can be exciting. But, before receiving top-dollar that you can use for your next purchase, there’s a little work required.  
- [Escaping the City Life? 9 Reasons to Relocate to Westchester With Fiona Dogan](https://www.fionadogan.com/escaping-the-city-life-9-reasons-to-relocate-to-westchester-with-fiona-dogan/): For many city buyers, the shift in priorities that began during the pandemic continues to shape where — and how — they want to live. In this post, Fiona shares practical reasons why Westchester remains a compelling option, from larger homes and strong public schools to manageable commutes and a more balanced day-to-day lifestyle.
- [How to Manage the Emotional Side of Selling Your Family Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/how-to-manage-the-emotional-side-of-selling-your-family-home/): The pencil marks on the door frame where you measured your son’s height, the backyard where you took your daughter’s prom photos, the kitchen where so many memorable family dinners took place…a well-loved family home is so much more than four walls providing shelter. Selling it means leaving a place that holds many memories.
- [Fiona Helps NYC Transplants Find Their Dream Home in Purchase, NY](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-helps-nyc-transplants-find-their-dream-home-in-purchase-ny/): Steve and Christine followed a journey common to young families during the pandemic. Dwelling on the Upper West Side of Manhattan with their two young children when the Covid crisis hit, they sought refuge with Christine’s parents in Nassau County on Long Island. They intended to stay for just a few weeks while they searched for a home in Westchester County.
- [From List to Accepted Offer in 24 Hours: Our Experience With Fiona](https://www.fionadogan.com/from-list-to-accepted-offer-in-24-hours-our-experience-with-fiona/): Eadie and Albert Brunner were Rye residents for almost 30 years when they decided to put their home on the market. They planned to relocate south to Charleston, South Carolina, prompted by Albert retiring from his position managing Manursing Island Club on Rye’s Sound Shore.
- [‘We Made the Right Choice in Fiona and in Rye’](https://www.fionadogan.com/we-made-the-right-choice-in-fiona-and-in-rye/): Peter and his wife Annie began planning to relocate across the border from Toronto to New York in spring 2021. They were considering Westchester County but had no idea where to look. Purchasing a home remotely during a pandemic was a challenge, but they could tell from the start that Fiona, who was recommended to the couple by a colleague, was a great fit. They knew immediately she was uniquely familiar with the local market and it was clear from the start that their expectations would align with hers.
- [From their First Rye Home to a Relocation: Fiona Led the Way](https://www.fionadogan.com/from-their-first-rye-home-to-a-relocation-fiona-led-the-way/): Chris and Irene happily lived in Rye for the past ten years. After starting their family, they purchased their four-bedroom Colonial on Elmwood Avenue with Fiona in 2012. At the time, understanding Rye’s neighborhoods and all they had to offer to a growing family was vitally important.
- [Fiona Helps Couple Sell After a Lifetime in Rye](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-helps-couple-sell-after-a-lifetime-in-rye/): After living in their Rye home for over 42 years, Peter and Nancy were ready to retire. They had their sights set on South Carolina. It was late winter, 2021, when they started looking for homes in the south, and interviewing Rye realtors to help them sell their Oakland Beach Avenue home.
- [Selling? How to Prep and Price Your Home for a Fast Sale](https://www.fionadogan.com/selling-how-to-prep-and-price-your-way-to-a-fast-sale/): In real estate, we often hear what matters most is “location, location, location.” There’s another element about finding a home that buyers care about very much. Price. If a home is priced beyond their budget, they won’t even take a look.
- [Fiona Dogan Recognized in ‘Best Real Estate Agents 2021’](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-dogan-recognized-in-best-real-estate-agents-2021/): Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or ready to downsize and sell your family home, working with successful real estate professional who’s ahead of the curve really matters. Look no further than Fiona Dogan, who was just recognized as a Westchester Magazine Best Real Estate Agent in 2021.
- [Rye Couple: Fiona’s Strategy Sold Our Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/how-information-data-and-know-how-help-to-sell-a-home/): Helen and Bill are savvy business professionals. Helen, a marketer, and Bill, who works on Wall Street, are self-described “information-driven and analytical types.” So, when they decided to put their Rye home on the market amid the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, they sought data to help them understand the real estate landscape. And they turned to Fiona Dogan.
- [Do You Need to See a House Before You Buy It? Maybe Not.](https://www.fionadogan.com/do-you-need-to-see-a-house-before-you-buy-it-maybe-not-2/): In 2020, I helped a Rye family sell their home to a couple moving to the area from California. They toured the home virtually and the purchase was completed with the couple never having had to set foot in the house. 
- [From the Upper West Side to Rye: Fiona Led the Way](https://www.fionadogan.com/from-the-upper-west-side-to-rye-fiona-led-the-way/): Pregnant with her second child, Bettina was looking for more space for her growing family. But she was in no rush. The Upper West Side two-bedroom apartment she shared with her husband and first child was convenient for their jobs and social life. Then Covid hit and her husband’s and her offices closed. The apartment became confining.
- [Prep for Market Key to 3 Offers, 3 Weeks After Listing](https://www.fionadogan.com/preparation-and-staging-lead-to-instagram-ready-home-and-competing-offers/): When the Covid pandemic hit last March, Susan Watson decided to quarantine with her life partner to avoid traveling back and forth from her own home amid the uncertainty of the novel coronavirus. As she learned that more and more families were looking for space outside of New York City, she knew it was a good time to rent her vacant home on Central Avenue in Rye. But she’d have to clean it out first. Susan had moved into the house seven years earlier, consolidating the effects of a large home and a smaller city apartment into one space. Despite several New Year's resolutions, the attic and the basement were still full and the thought of getting her home ready for the market was overwhelming.
- [Thinking of Moving to Westchester?](https://www.fionadogan.com/thinking-of-moving-to-westchester/): If you're considering a move north of New York City, please check out my recent interview with Brownstoner, an informative real estate magazine and website in Brooklyn.
- [Leaving NYC? Why Rye, New York is the Best Place to Live](https://www.fionadogan.com/leaving-nyc-why-rye-new-york-is-the-absolute-best-place-to-live/): Pre-pandemic, your criterion for the perfect suburban abode may have been a home closest to a Metro-North RR commuter station, with an easy commute to Manhattan. But with the tectonic shift toward remote work and school, now you may be wishing for a home with a big backyard where you and your kids can take Zoom breaks and a little exercise, while breathing in some fresh air.
- [Fiona Dogan Ranks Among Top 1.5% Brokers in Nation](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-dogan-ranked-in-top-1-5-real-estate-brokers-in-nation/): Fiona Dogan was recently ranked among America’s Best Real Estate Professionals by REAL Trends, placing her in the top 1.5% of all realtors in the nation!.
- [Fiona Helped Us Close on Our Home During COVID-19](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-helped-us-close-on-our-home-during-covid-19/): Darlene Bronson accepted an offer on her home in Rye Brook, New York in early December. She planned a closing date for April 1, 2020, which would give herself time to find a new home, pack, and move. Things were going according to plan: she found a new home in January and began to pack up her home of eight years. By the first week of March, she was ready.
- [Now is the time to prep your home for a post-pandemic sale](https://www.fionadogan.com/now-is-the-time-to-prep-your-home-for-a-post-pandemic-sale/): The blossoming of spring flowers typically coincides with a surge in new listings hitting the market. But this year, the coronavirus has disrupted the hot home-selling season. With shelter-in-place orders in place, home buyers are not out in their usual spring time droves. Chances are, they wish they were. Space, fresh air – these are things more urbanites are dreaming about.
- [Real Estate Planning? Fiona Dogan is Here to Help](https://www.fionadogan.com/real-estate-planning-fiona-dogan-is-here-to-help/): With the spring market getting underway just as the number of coronavirus cases rises in the region and around the world, many people are wondering if they should put real estate decisions on hold. A shaky economy and volatile stock market aren’t easing concerns.
- [Fiona Dogan Ranked Among Top 3% of All Company Agents](https://www.fionadogan.com/fiona-dogan-ranked-among-top-3-of-all-william-pitt-julia-b-fee-sothebys-agents/): When selling your home, choosing the right person to assist you can make all the difference in the world.  On that score, look no further than Fiona Dogan, the consummate real estate professional, who was just ranked among the top three percent of all agents at William Pitt Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty for sales in 2019. That placed her in the top 30 brokers across 26 brokerage offices in Westchester County, Connecticut, and Massachusetts!
- [Why You Shouldn’t Skip the Inspection When Buying a Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/why-you-shouldnt-skip-the-inspection-when-buying-a-home/): Congratulations on finding the home of your dreams! Now it's time to make sure there are no significant issues before you sign a binding sales contract. The best way to do that is to schedule a professional home engineering inspection.
- [When Renovating, Should You Choose Value Over Happiness?](https://www.fionadogan.com/when-renovating-your-home-should-you-choose-value-over-happiness/): Homeowners typically will weigh the cost of a home renovation project against the value it will add to their house. But the pleasure of enjoying a new kitchen or bathroom should be considered, too, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), with insights from the National Remodeling Industry.
- [Life in Rye: 26 Things You Should Know, from A – Z](https://www.fionadogan.com/fionas-guide-to-life-in-rye-26-things-you-should-know-from-a-z/): Welcome to Rye!
- [10 Great Starter Homes on the Market in Westchester County](https://www.fionadogan.com/10-great-starter-homes-on-the-market-in-westchester-county/): A majority of Americans — 79 percent, according to a 2019 Bankrate survey — believe that owning a home is a hallmark of achieving the American dream. The challenge is, many young buyers don’t have enough cash on hand for a down payment or can’t afford the high monthly mortgage payment that goes along with a ‘dream home.’
- [Looking for New Construction Homes in Westchester County?](https://www.fionadogan.com/new-construction-homes-in-westchester-county-ny/): Buying a brand-new home is an appealing prospect for many house hunters. Modern architecture, whether the style is contemporary or traditional, features a strong connection between indoors and outdoors. Many new construction homes feature open floor plans, property views, and plenty of natural light.

## Pages
- [Thank You](https://www.fionadogan.com/reviews/): https://www.zillow.com/profile/Fiona-Dogan
- [Rental Services](https://www.fionadogan.com/rental-services/): Evaluate whether rent is fairly priced
- [Investor Services](https://www.fionadogan.com/investor-services/): Investment decisions are made with data, not assumptions.
- [Staging Services](https://www.fionadogan.com/staging-services/): Professionally prepared homes in Westchester consistently sell faster and command offers above asking price. Today’s buyers form opinions online before they ever step through the door. Fiona transforms properties into bright, polished, camera-ready homes that stop buyers in their tracks.
- [Off Market Sales](https://www.fionadogan.com/off-market-listings/): Off Market Sales 1 North Island Drive Live an idyllic vacation lifestyle all year round in this dazzling waterfront home on secluded 24-hour gated North Manuring Island with use of private beach & marina. Wonderfully serene & tranquil setting overlooking Tide Mill Harbor & Yacht Basin and out over Long Island Sound with endless enjoyment of local
Read More 40 Bradford Fantastic expansion/renovation/New Build possibilities on 0.45 level acres! According to City of Rye website, FAR is 4356. Classic 4-bedroom center-hall Colonial home in wonderful Rye neighborhood, just a 3 minute drive to Osborn Elementary School, 5 mins to Harrison train, easy walk to Rye Golf and Pool. Nicely updated kitchen
Read More 5 Pine Island Live an idyllic vacation lifestyle all year round in this spectacular waterfront Shingle-style home with private dock on prestigious Milton Point. Kick off your shoes, lounge on the deck or down by the water, enjoy panoramic views of the Sound from Playland to the western tip of Long Island. Cruise
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- [Fiona’s Insights](https://www.fionadogan.com/insights/)
- [Press](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/): Home staging has the power to transform the story of a house that’s languishing unsold on the market. By changing the look and feel of a home — and highlighting its desirable qualities — prospective buyers can imagine their lives in the space. Staging begins the emotional connection that leads to the sale of the home, often...
- [Fiona’s Videos](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/): Thinking of interviewing a Realtor? Meet Fiona Dogan, a top-producing broker with William Pitt Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s in Rye, New York, and a featured guest on Sotheby’s “Secrets of Top Luxury Real Estate Advisors” with Kristine Newell.
- [Fiona’s Marketing](https://www.fionadogan.com/advertising/): Fiona’s Marketing Strong Market Presence Through Strategic Real Estate Marketing Top real estate advisors understand that visibility and reputation matter. When Fiona Dogan’s name IS ATTACHED TO A listing, it signals INTEGRITY, professionalism, preparation, and experienced representation to buyers and fellow agents alike. Fiona’s innovative campaigns reinforce her market presence, and long-standing commitment to her clients. That recognition helps listings stand out and supports stronger outcomes in competitive markets.
- [Sold Homes](https://www.fionadogan.com/sold-homes/): Sold Homes
- [Fiona’s Listings](https://www.fionadogan.com/fionas-listings/): Fiona’s Listings
- [Seller Services](https://www.fionadogan.com/seller-services/): With 25+ years selling homes in Rye and Westchester, Fiona knows what buyers in this market respond to and what causes listings to sit. She provides honest, data-driven answers and fights for every advantage—handling preparation, marketing, and negotiation with precision honed over hundreds of successful transactions.
- [Buyer Services](https://www.fionadogan.com/buyers-services/): Buyers often ask: Is now a good time to buy? How competitive is the Westchester market? What does a buyer's agent actually do?
- [Communities](https://www.fionadogan.com/communities/): Communities Explore Fiona's Communities From neighborhoods with small-town charm to exclusive waterfront properties, Westchester offers some of the best places to live. You’ll find an array of homes, from classic Colonials to contemporary estates, romantic Tudors, beach cottages, co-ops and condominiums, historic homes, and brand new construction. Residents have the option of strolling quaint downtowns, enjoying a day at a beach, park, or nature preserve, and dining and shopping at the finest restaurants and retail shops. Ready to explore?
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- [Testimonials](https://www.fionadogan.com/testimonials/): Fiona was an excellent partner in supporting us acquiring our new home in Rye. We were doing most of our search remotely, so Fiona would regularly visit properties on our behalf and provide us a virtual walkthrough before we were able to visit in-person. When we were in-person she went out of her way to show us around town and her market knowledge and enthusiasm for the area is amazing! When it came time to make and negotiate an offer, we felt great having Fiona advocating on our behalf in a competitive market. Looking back on our purchase a few years ago, her advice regarding the house and neighborhood was spot on. After closing Fiona continued to go out of her way to support us. We still hear from Fiona and are always happy to see her around town.
- [Meet Fiona](https://www.fionadogan.com/meet-fiona/): Because Fiona's walked in your shoes. As an expat herself, she has bought, sold, and rented at every life stage. After more than 25 years of living in Rye, and hundreds of transactions across Westchester, she understands the market as an advisor, homeowners, and neighbor. From preschool searches to empty-nester transitions, she's your insider advantage.
- [Home](https://www.fionadogan.com/): Fiona represents clients across Rye and surrounding Westchester communities including Harrison, Purchase, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Scarsdale, Rye Brook, and White Plains. Beautifully situated on the Long Island Sound and just 35 minutes from Grand Central on Metro-North, Rye is one of Westchester County’s most sought-after areas, known for its coastal setting, walkable downtown, top-ranked public and private schools, and exceptional quality of life. Together with neighboring towns, Westchester offers buyers the ideal balance of suburban charm, strong schools, and convenient access to New York City.

## Listings
- [33 Mount Holly Drive – Sold](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/33-mount-holly-drive/): A rare find in Rye P.O.! Stunning contemporary home, beautifully expanded & upgraded by current owners, set on very private and secluded 1.69 acres in the heart of prestigious Flagler Estates, close to downtown Rye, private & Harrison public schools, Rye beach & country clubs. Custom-designed to seamlessly connect the lush natural exterior surroundings with multiple light, bright open-plan interior rooms, this custom-built 5,000+ sq ft masterpiece radiates peace and tranquility. A natural wooded preserve surrounds the home, featuring majestic rock outcroppings, outdoor Shoreline pool and patio and an enchanting waterfall. Special features include a hand-hewn cedar splits roof, spectacular raised skylights, walls of windows overlooking the property and pool and a fabulous open-plan first floor layout, perfect for parties and entertaining. The gorgeous park-like property features lush landscaping, lovely uplighting, a long private driveway and a magical pond with fairytale bridge. Luxuriate in privacy, peace and tranquility. Enjoy your own personal sanctuary just a few minutes from town and only 45 mins to NYC.
- [580 Polly Pk Road – Sold](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/580-polly-pk-road/): Gracious elegance with contemporary flair! Welcome to this dazzling 5-bedroom Colonial w.spectacular Pool on 1-acre property just steps from Westchester Country Club, downtown Rye, Harrison & Greenwich,& the magnificent beaches & parks of the LI Sound! Totally renovated & expanded, this enchanting home combines luxurious design with the perfect modern open-plan Kitchen/Family room layout & a huge fabulous finished Lower Level. The 1st Floor boasts a double-height Entry Foyer open to the tasteful formal Living Room & Dining Room.The serene Master Suite w. ensuite Bathroom & private Study is conveniently located on the 1st Floor. The largest 2nd Fl. Bedroom also offers Master Suite option, plus 3 add'l Bedrooms, 2 Hall Bathrooms & 2nd Fl. Laundry. The park-like 1 acre property w. deck & poolside patio area provide a magnificent private oasis for endless summers entertaining family & friends with glorious pool parties, BBQs, sports and outdoor fun!
- [35 Island Drive – Sold](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/35-island-drive/): "If once you've slept on an island, you'll never quite be the same". Leave your worries & cares behind when you enter the secure & private waterfront paradise of 39 homes on beautiful & breezy Manursing Island, past the 24-hour gatehouse alongside luxury millionaire Sound Shore mansions with dedicated Island Homeowners Association & use of the private Beach/Marina. This stunning & unique historic property offers a striking 4-bedroom custom home with breathtaking water views over the Pool & Tennis court to the iconic Tide Mill Yacht Basin & Harbor. Invite family & friends for glorious Pool Parties & Tennis Tournaments, lose yourself wandering through the idyllic Italianate Gardens with gorgeous ornate wrought-iron gates, statues & pergola. Dock your boat just minutes from your home, enjoy endless summers of fun boating, sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming in the LI Sound. Bypass all of life's stresses and pressures - your dream lifestyle awaits in this magical island enclave!
- [12 Clinton Lane – Sold](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/12-clinton-lane/): Welcome to 12 Clinton Lane, a property that exudes privacy, style, and sophistication. Nestled in Sterling Ridge, this contemporary home is an architectural stunner. The panoramic views from the open plan living level are breathtaking, nature at its finest through every season. Originally designed by famous landscape architect Armand Benedek, the current owner, herself a landscape designer, has continued the themes. The beautiful gardens lead to the free form heated gunite pool with waterfall, adjacent to the Zen like pool house. Entering the foyer with 19' ceiling, stairs lead to 2 levels of flexible living space. The Eat in kitchen has bespoke cabinets, custom Quartzite Island, high end appliances, water filtration system, big windows, and door to patio. The kitchen leads into the Open plan Dining, then the living room. Floor to ceiling windows and doors provide a seamless transition from the inside out. With soaring ceilings, amazing light, bespoke exotic wood shelves, this is where you will want to spend your time.
- [81 Polly Park – Sold](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/81-polly-park/): A breathtaking combination of an unexpected ultra-contemporary interior with the elegant lines of a classic cedar Shingle-style Colonial Estate home, with possible room for a Pool!  Just minutes away from downtown Rye, Harrison & the Westchester Country Club, this unique home has more than you can possibly imagine....  The signature grand central Circular Staircase anchors the spacious Entry Foyer, offering stylish design lines as you enter the home. A spectacular sun-filled Great Room with soaring 14+ ft ceilings & walls of windows offers an exciting modern open-plan layout and is the ideal spot to relax and enjoy the amazing views of your private 1-acre park-like property. The expansive Great Room/Bar Room/Dining Room combination offers fantastic interior space for large-scale parties and entertaining! The oversized Chef’s Kitchen boasts top-of-the-line Wolf/Subzero/Bosch appliances, double pantries, built-in desk area and French doors directly out to the raised bluestone patio.
- [12 Eve Lane](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/12-eve-lane/)
- [34 Sunny Ridge Road](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/34-sunny-ridge-road/): This picture-perfect Colonial in sought-after Sunny Ridge has it all! Enjoy the fabulous dead-end street location close to schools,Metro North & houses of worship. The ideal combination of traditional colonial charm with contemporary stylish interior decor & design - perfect for today's busy modern lives! This delightful home boasts an oversized Living Room w. bay window & wood-burning fireplace, Family Room/Sunroom with doors to the rear deck, formal Dining Room and bright eat-in Kitchen, plus a quiet Home Office/Library and elegant Powder Room. The 2nd floor offers a spacious Master Suite with new marble Master Bath, 2 upper bedrooms w. new hall bathroom & 4th upper bedroom w. new ensuite bathroom. The finished storage lower level offers playtime/recreation space plus laundry area & door to garage. The 0.36 acre level property is perfect for entertaining family & friends on the new deck with plenty of room for swingset or trampoline & fabulous space for backyard sports & playtime!
- [7 Harbor Drive](https://www.fionadogan.com/listings/7-harbor-drive/): Nestled between Rye & Greenwich, this Spectacular Waterfront Property w/Pool is defined by Quality Custom Craftsmanship, Breathtaking Views from nearly every room & Unparalleled Elegance.This home is an entertainers delight w/6 bedrooms, each w/en-suite marble bath & additional full bath + 3 powder rms.The Master Bdrm Suite w/Waterviews includes a Circular Office, Lg Sitting Rm w/ Fpl, Bedroom w/ Balcony, Master Bath w/ radiant heating, Powder Rm, Bar w/refrig & sink, & enormous Custom Walk-in Closets.French doors abound w/extraordinary Waterviews from the Master Suite, Bkfst Rm, Family Rm, Living Rm, Office & Lower Lvl Fam Rm.An Elevator servicing every flr including attic is available for your convenience.

## Press
- [See How a Stager Transformed This “Dark,” Cluttered Home into a Light, Spacious Place](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/see-how-a-stager-transformed-this-dark-cluttered-home-into-a-light-spacious-place/)
- [See How a Stager’s Small Tweaks Transformed This MCM Home into a Bright, Airy Space](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/see-how-a-stagers-small-tweaks-transformed-this-mcm-home-into-a-bright-airy-space/)
- [Navigating the 2025 Housing Market: Experts Answer Your Burning Questions](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/navigating-the-2025-housing-market-experts-answer-your-burning-questions/)
- [See How a Stager Transformed a “Dark and Dated” 1920s Tudor into a Bright, Airy Sanctuary](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/see-how-a-stager-transformed-a-dark-and-dated-1920s-tudor-into-a-bright-airy-sanctuary/)
- [7 of the Worst Moving Mistakes I’ve Learned About From Estate Agents That Have Changed How I’ll Prep for a Big House Move Forever](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/7-of-the-worst-moving-mistakes-ive-learned-about-from-estate-agents-that-have-changed-how-ill-prep-for-a-big-house-move-forever/)
- [This Historic Rye Estate Exudes Refined Luxury](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/this-historic-rye-estate-exudes-refined-luxury/)
- [See How a Stager Swapped “Dark” Decor to Make a Home Feel “Lighter and Brighter”](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/see-how-a-stager-swapped-dark-decor-to-make-a-home-feel-lighter-and-brighter/)
- [The Keys to Success: Pricing Your Home to Sell](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/the-keys-to-success-pricing-your-home-to-sell/)
- [7 Luxury Real Estate Trends to Watch](https://www.fionadogan.com/press/u-s-news-world-report-7-luxury-real-estate-trends-to-watch/)

## Videos
- [Testimonial: Carol Pouchie](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/testimonial-carol-pouchie/): Don't underestimate the power of staging! High-quality offers can pour in after transforming a home to meet contemporary buyers’ needs. Carol Pouchie's sale is a testament.
- [Testimonial: Shari Lieberman](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/testimonial-shari-lieberman/): Big thanks to Shari for the kind words! As Shari's Rye real estate agent, I had the pleasure of helping her stage and list her longtime home, then find the perfect rental in her dream location.
- [Ask Me Anything: Is now a good time to list my home?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-is-now-a-good-time-to-list-my-home/): Answering REAL questions from Westchester residents! Is now a good time to list? Absolutely Yes! Right now, in Westchester, it is a sizzling hot market for sellers. It is absolutely the best time in the last 10 years to list your house for the best sale price.
- [What makes me different as a realtor?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/what-makes-me-different-as-a-realtor/): What makes me different as a REALTOR? I’m all about that prep stage! Before we hit the market, I make sure your house is ready to shine. I’ll personally stage your home with the help of my amazing partner, Dana Francella. Together, we’ll turn your place into a dreamy, show-ready space where buyers can picture themselves living for years.
- [How would you prep your home for sale?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/how-would-you-prep-your-home-for-sale/): I'm answering questions from Westchester County residents! The latest: What is the key to successfully listing a house? Being prepared is #1. Ensuring your real estate agent knows everything about your house before listing it ensures they can best advise you on preparing for the market.
- [Ask Me Anything: What is the key to successfully listing a house?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-what-is-the-key-to-successfully-listing-a-house/): I'm answering questions from Westchester County residents! The latest: What is the key to successfully listing a house? Being prepared is #1. Ensuring your real estate agent knows everything about your house before listing it ensures they can best advise you on preparing for the market.
- [Ask Me Anything: Can buyers still negotiate after putting in their offer?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-can-buyers-still-negotiate-after-putting-in-their-offer/): Can #buyers still negotiate after putting in their offer? The short answer is yes. Especially if you find something after the inspection that is a deal-breaker. Food for thought: be mindful in a competitive seller’s market. If a buyer wants to win the deal, you'll want to present the nicest package possible and be easy to work with.
- [Ask Me Anything: How do you pick the right agent?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-how-do-you-pick-the-right-agent/): How do you pick the right agent? Selecting a real estate professional to represent you is one of the most important decisions you will make during your buying and selling process. While the choice is personal, you might want to consider the following tips to ensure you make a well-informed decision: Opt for an industry veteran. This may be the biggest transaction of your life and you want to work with an expert who's got your back. Maybe you want to enlist someone who has walked in your shoes, who knows the community well where you are living or want to move.
- [Ask Me Anything: How long do inspections take?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-how-long-do-inspections-take/): Answering REAL questions from Westchester residents! How long do inspections take, and at what point do I schedule an inspection? It depends on the size of the house, of course, but an inspection can take anywhere between 2-5 hours, as an inspector goes through the house with a ‘fine-tooth comb’ from attic to basement.
- [Ask Me Anything: How long does the buying/selling process take?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-how-long-does-the-buying-selling-process-take/): Answering REAL questions from Westchester residents! How long does the buying/selling process take? Timing is everything! Today’s competitive market means it can take as little as 48 hours for a house to advance from showing to contract.
- [Ask Me Anything: Should you accept the first offer you receive?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-should-you-accept-the-first-offer-you-receive/): Answering REAL questions from Westchester residents! This inquiry speaks to sellers: should you accept your first offer? No!
- [Ask Me Anything: Advice on what to do before I list my house?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-advice-on-what-to-do-before-i-list-my-house/): I’m answering REAL questions from #Westchester residents! What's the best way to prepare your house for sale? Whether it's upgrades, repairs, or cosmetic fixes, getting your home ready is essential for maximizing its potential on the market. With my expertise and resources, your property will SHINE.
- [Ask Me Anything: Can you help me with rentals in Westchester?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-can-you-help-me-with-rentals-in-westchester/): Answering REAL questions from Westchester residents! Not quite ready to buy a home? No problem! "Try before you buy" is the way to go. Renting allows you to immerse yourself in a community before making a commitment. Let me help you find the rental fit for your lifestyle and family! Contact me to get started!
- [Ask Me Anything: Most Recent Challenge in Real Estate](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-most-recent-challenge-in-real-estate/): A market-ready home sparkles. It’s important to remember that spotless surfaces, polished floors, and clutter-free corners entice buyers. You may even want to consider hiring professionals to come clean your house and windows. Bathrooms and kitchens are especially important – they need to be clean, hygienic, and blemish-free!
- [Ask Me Anything: What’s a Typical Day Like?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-whats-a-typical-day-like/): In this Ask Me Anything Series, I share answers to commonly asked real estate questions. What is a typical day like for a #realestateagent? My typical day starts with a workout, like taekwondo, to give me stamina for long days. From client meetings and property showings to marketing strategy sessions and contractor coordination, no two days are the same. I love to end my day by attending events in the community, connecting with friends and colleagues.
- [Ask Me Anything: Advice for First-Time Buyers from NYC](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-advice-for-first-time-buyers-from-nyc/): In this Ask Me Anything Series, I share answers to commonly asked real estate questions. What advice do I have for first-time home buyers from NYC looking to move to the suburbs?
- [Ask Me Anything: Recent Developments in Real Estate](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/ask-me-anything-recent-developments-in-real-estate/): In this Ask Me Anything Series, I share answers to commonly asked real estate questions. What is a recent development in real estate? Amendment to disclosure forms. Now, sellers must disclose any previous insurance claims and insurance issues. This is helpful for buyers because buyers will need to get insurance on a property and the more information that’s available, the better.
- [Why Hire Fiona Dogan As Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/why-hire-fiona-dogan-as-your-trusted-real-estate-advisor/): For what may be the biggest purchase of your life, you’ll want to confidently enlist the right team. With thousands of #realestate agents to choose from in Westchester, the decision can easily be overwhelming.
- [The Art of Staging a Home for Sale](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/the-art-of-staging-a-home-for-sale/): Maximize Your Selling Potential! My goal for sellers? To help them achieve the highest sales price in the quickest amount of time. That’s where the magic of staging comes in.
- [Fiona Dogan, Global Real Estate Advisor](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/fiona-dogan-global-real-estate-advisor/): Meet Fiona Dogan, a top producing real estate agent in Rye, New York, and three of her clients, who share how Fiona helped them buy, stage, and sell their homes.
- [Secrets of Top Luxury Real Estate Advisors With Fiona Dogan](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/secrets-of-top-luxury-real-estate-advisors-with-fiona-dogan/): Thinking of interviewing a Realtor? Meet Fiona Dogan, a top-producing broker with William Pitt Julia B. Fee Sotheby's in Rye, New York, and a featured guest on Sotheby's “Secrets of Top Luxury Real Estate Advisors" with Kristine Newell.
- [NBC4NY: Fiona Dogan Talks Record Housing Market](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/nbc4ny-fiona-dogan-talks-record-housing-market/): Global Real Estate Advisor Fiona Dogan joins NBC4NY for a report on record home prices in the residential real estate market. Find out what you need to know if you are looking to buy a home in today's fast-paced market.
- [Should You Consider Renting Before You Buy?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/should-you-consider-renting-before-you-buy/): Should homebuyers consider renting in a community before purchasing a home? Fiona Dogan, a top realtor in Rye, NY, explains.
- [What are the Best Home Renovations to Make Before Selling?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/what-are-the-best-home-renovations-to-make-before-selling/): Where should you invest your money before putting your home on the market? Fiona Dogan, a top realtor in Rye, NY, explains. Check out her top tips here!
- [Why Work With a Realtor?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/why-work-with-a-realtor/): Why work with a realtor? Fiona Dogan, a top realtor in Rye, NY, explains.
- [Why Stage Your Home for Sale?](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/why-stage-your-home-for-sale/): Why should you stage your home before you put it on the market? Fiona Dogan, a top realtor in Rye, NY, explains.
- [Top 3 Tips for Moving to NYC Suburbs](https://www.fionadogan.com/videos/top-3-tips-for-moving-to-nyc-suburbs/): Why move to the suburbs? Fiona Dogan, a top realtor in Rye, NY, explains.

## Off Market Sales
- [1 North Island Drive](https://www.fionadogan.com/off-market-sales/1-north-island-drive/): Live an idyllic vacation lifestyle all year round in this dazzling waterfront home on secluded 24-hour gated North Manuring Island with use of private beach & marina. Wonderfully serene & tranquil setting overlooking Tide Mill Harbor & Yacht Basin and out over Long Island Sound with endless enjoyment of local bird and wildlife along the Atlantic Flyway. Easy access to the Marina- enjoy boating, paddle-boarding, kayaking & swimming just 5 mins from your door! Deep water mooring accommodates up to 27' boat.
- [40 Bradford](https://www.fionadogan.com/off-market-sales/40-bradford/): Fantastic expansion/renovation/New Build possibilities on 0.45 level acres! According to City of Rye website, FAR is 4356. Classic 4-bedroom center-hall Colonial home in wonderful Rye neighborhood, just a 3 minute drive to Osborn Elementary School, 5 mins to Harrison train, easy walk to Rye Golf and Pool.
- [5 Pine Island](https://www.fionadogan.com/off-market-sales/5-pine-island/): Live an idyllic vacation lifestyle all year round in this spectacular waterfront Shingle-style home with private dock on prestigious Milton Point. Kick off your shoes, lounge on the deck or down by the water, enjoy panoramic views of the Sound from Playland to the western tip of Long Island. Cruise the coast, skip across to Long Island for lunch, let the kids and pets run free, enjoy summer watersports right off your own deepwater dock.