About

Edward “Ed” Ferenczi

Broker Associate · NuGen at Compass Realty

Edward “Ed” Ferenczi is a Broker Associate with Compass and leads NuGen at Compass, a South Florida real estate team serving Miami-Dade and Broward County.

Ed began his real estate career in New York in 2001 and has spent more than two decades helping buyers, sellers, investors and developers. He founded NuGen Realty, “a Nu-Generation of Realtors,” and CondosGlobal.com, a marketplace for new and pre-construction condos, before bringing his team to Compass in 2026.

His practice covers four areas: single-family homes; multifamily and income property; commercial real estate including warehouse, mixed-use and office; and new-construction condominiums across South Florida. He works with luxury buyers and sellers, investors, and many international clients. Recent work includes a $9.25 million Coconut Grove development-site sale, part of a multi-property assemblage.

A Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), Ed brings a background in mortgage lending and investment analysis to every deal. He has shared his insights on industry panels, and he gets real satisfaction from putting people in a position to succeed.

Clients get Ed's hands-on, data-driven approach combined with Compass's marketing tools, private-exclusive network and nationwide referral reach. Whether you are buying your first home, repositioning a portfolio, or securing a site for development, Ed builds a clear plan and negotiates hard on your behalf.

Ed speaks English, Spanish and Hebrew and holds a degree in psychology from Hofstra University.

Recognition

Awards & credentials

2016 · Real Estate Executive Magazine

100 Most Influential Real Estate Agents

Also named one of the 100 most influential agents in Florida.

Eight consecutive years

100% Club

Recognized as a 100% Club member, including at RE/MAX Advance Realty.

Keller Williams

Highest individual listing award

Awarded Keller Williams' highest individual listing honor.

2013

CDPE: Certified Distressed Property Expert

Training in short sales, foreclosures and distressed property, used to guide sellers and investors.

Career

25 years in real estate and finance.

From mortgage lending to running a brokerage, Ed has seen the business from every side of the closing table.

  1. 2001

    Began his real estate career in New York.

  2. 2003

    Moved to Miami and opened a mortgage office, growing it to 13 brokers serving Miami-Dade, Broward, the Palm Beaches and Orlando.

  3. 2006

    Partnered with a real estate broker to build a real estate division of 23 agents.

  4. 2013

    Earned the CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) designation.

  5. 2015

    Joined RE/MAX Advance Realty and was recognized as a 100% Club member.

  6. 2016

    Named one of the “100 Most Influential Real Estate Agents” by Real Estate Executive Magazine.

  7. NuGen

    Founded NuGen Realty and CondosGlobal.com.

  8. 2026

    Brought the NuGen team to Compass as NuGen at Compass.

Community

Giving back in Miami.

Empowered Youth USA

Executive Director

Ed leads Empowered Youth USA, a Miami program offering mentorship and workforce development for at-risk youth.

empoweredyouthusa.org

VA Prep

Mentor & Treasurer

Ed serves as a mentor and treasurer for VA Prep and provides financial literacy education.

Track record

Recent transactions

See all on Compass
Active listing

$1,000,000

18140 SW 108th Avenue

Miami, FL 33157

Closed

$2,265,000

3181 McDonald Street

Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Closed

$2,115,000

3191 Day Avenue

Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Watch the tour
Closed

$1,950,000

1043 Alfonso Avenue

Coral Gables, FL 33146

Closed

$1,900,000

7505 Old Cutler Road

Coral Gables, FL 33143

Closed

$1,550,000

7395 SW 166th Street

Palmetto Bay, FL 33157

Video

Recognition & tours

All videos
BestAgents.us Recognizes Edward Ferenczi
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Listing Tour: 3191 Day Avenue, Coconut Grove

Service area

MiamiCoral GablesCoconut Grove PinecrestPalmetto BaySouth Miami KendallHomesteadFort Lauderdale Plantationand throughout Miami-Dade & Broward

Like a property?

Call or text Edward Ferenczi at 786-556-6446

Buying Florida real estate has never been easier.