Founder Douglas Ellimanadox
Douglas L. Elliman, the founder of Douglas Elliman, one of America’s most prominent real estate firms, established his company in 1911 with a vision that would transform New York City’s residential landscape. From a modest basement office at 421 Madison Avenue, he foresaw a shift from grand private mansions to luxury apartments, a move that would cater to the evolving lifestyles of New York’s affluent residents.

