John J. Stewart has a professional background in real estate, sales, marketing and corporate law.  He has a native knowledge of Manhattan neighborhoods and an extensive network of third-party relationships across all business sectors.  John J. Stewart & Associates is a real estate investment advisory group within Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI) that provides multifamily and commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research, 1031 exchange structuring and long-term planning services to private and institutional real estate investors.

John grew up on the Upper East Side and lives in the West Village.  He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington and Lee University.  His personal interests are tennis, squash, golf and philanthropy.

Professional Affiliations

• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
• Rent Stabilization Association (RSA)
• Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
• Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
• National Multi Housing Council (NMHC)
• Urban Land Institute (ULI)—Young Leaders
• Young Men’s & Women’s Real Estate Association

Geographic Focus: Uptown & Midtown

Nicholas Biedron is a licensed real estate salesperson and investment real estate professional specializing in Manhattan multifamily and mixed-use property types.  His investment sales team advises private and institutional clients on the state of the Manhattan commercial real estate market; on the changing regulatory environment affecting short-term property management decisions; long-term investment planning options including analyzing the financial consequences of refinancing, selling outright or undertaking a 1031 Exchange; and performing a complete strategic review of a client’s property or portfolio.

Nick earned his Bachelor of Science from the College of Charleston.  His personal interests are hockey, golf and tennis.

Professional Affiliations

• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
• Rent Stabilization Association (RSA)
• Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
• Community Board 3
• New York Real Estate Institute

Geographic Focus: Lower East Side, Chinatown & East Village

Dylan Torey is a licensed real estate salesperson and investment real estate professional specializing in Lower Manhattan multifamily and mixed-use property types. His investment sales team advises private and institutional clients on the state of the Manhattan commercial real estate market; on the changing regulatory environment affecting short-term property management decisions; long-term investment planning options including analyzing the financial consequences of refinancing, selling outright or undertaking a 1031 Exchange; and performing a complete strategic review of a client’s property or portfolio.

Dylan earned his Bachelor of Arts from Roanoke College and was a member of the Men’s Lacrosse team.

Professional Affiliations

• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
• Rent Stabilization Association (RSA)
• Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
• Community Board 3
• New York Real Estate Institute

Geographic Focus: Midtown East, Upper East Side & East Harlem

Stephen Bell is a licensed real estate salesperson and investment real estate professional specializing in Manhattan multifamily and mixed-use property types. His investment sales team advises private and institutional clients on the state of the Manhattan commercial real estate market; on the changing regulatory environment affecting short-term property management decisions; long-term investment planning options including analyzing the financial consequences of refinancing, selling outright or undertaking a 1031 Exchange; and performing a complete strategic review of a client’s property or portfolio.

Stephen earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics and Real Estate from the College of Charleston before joining the John J. Stewart & Associates’ team. 

Professional Affiliations

• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
• Rent Stabilization Association (RSA)
• Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
• Community Boards 8 and 11
• New York Real Estate Institute

Geographic Focus: Midtown West & Upper West Side

Brian Porter is a licensed real estate salesperson and investment real estate professional specializing in multifamily and mixed-use property types in Manhattan.  His investment sales team advises private and institutional clients on the state of the Manhattan commercial real estate market; on the changing regulatory environment affecting short-term property management decisions; long-term investment planning options including analyzing the financial consequences of refinancing, selling outright or undertaking a 1031 exchange; and performing a complete strategic review of a client’s property or portfolio.

Prior to Marcus & Millichap, Brian studied at Marquette University where earned his Bachelor of Science from the College of Business Administration.  In particular, Brian studied real estate and was part of Marquette’s nationally ranked undergraduate real estate program.  Along with his studies, he was a member of the inaugural Division I Men’s Lacrosse Team, which won the Big East Tournament and made the program’s first playoff appearance in 2016.

Professional Affiliations

• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
• Rent Stabilization Association (RSA)
• Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
• Community Board 3
• New York Real Estate Institute

Geographic Focus: West Village, SoHo & TriBeCa

Joshua Bluestein is a licensed real estate salesperson and investment real estate professional specializing in Manhattan multifamily and mixed-use property types. His investment sales team advises private and institutional clients on the state of the Manhattan commercial real estate market; on the changing regulatory environment affecting short-term property management decisions; long-term investment planning options including analyzing the financial consequences of refinancing, selling outright or undertaking a 1031 exchange; and performing a complete strategic review of a client’s property or portfolio.

Joshua is committed to the highest standards of integrity, transparency and professionalism. He and his team advise clients with a long-term perspective and seek to build relationships that endure well beyond the completion of any specific transaction. He has preferred access to third-party specialists including attorneys, accountants, financial planners, and mortgage specialists. Through the Marcus & Millichap nationwide platform, Joshua represents New York-based clients in the acquisition, disposition and financing of all commercial property types in any location in the United States.

Prior to Marcus & Millichap, Joshua earned his Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Regional Development from The University of Arizona. His personal interests are basketball and football.

Professional Affiliations

• Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
• Rent Stabilization Association (RSA)
• Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP)
• Community Board 3
• New York Real Estate Institute

Kevin joined John J. Stewart & Associates as an analyst in 2018. He provides financial and analytical support services to the team — including market research, data analysis, analysis of comparable properties and sales trends, and preparing analyses for client presentations. Kevin received Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics and Computer Science from Washington & Lee University.

Ella oversees day to day operations for the team. A native of Sydney, Australia, Ella moved to New York after obtaining a degree in Sociology from the University of Notre Dame – Sydney.