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Chopper Russo

5.0stars, 113 Reviews
RE/MAX SELECT - Oakland
363 Closed Sales
$200.4M Total Value
$270K - $1.8M Price Range
$552K Average Price
Prior five years

About Chopper

Thomas “Chopper” Russo and his award-winning RE/MAX SELECT team have helped over 1,500 clients buy, sell, and lease homes across Northern New Jersey. Trusted for their compassion, expertise, and relentless client advocacy, the Chopper Russo Team ranks among the top-performing real estate groups locally, nationally, and globally.

Ranked #2 in NJ, #20 in the USA, and #78 worldwide by Real Trends/WSJ

Master Certified Negotiation Experts (MCNE) – the only full team in NJ

Top 1% of Realtors Nationwide

RE/MAX Hall of Fame | Lifetime Achievement | Circle of Legends | Diamond Team Award

Whether you're buying your first home, selling a legacy property, or investing in Northern NJ real estate, you can count on honest guidance, smart strategy, and proven results.

Chopper and his team are proud participants in Homes for Heroes, offering specialized support and savings for military personnel, first responders, healthcare workers, and educators. They also contribute a portion of every transaction to causes including Baking for Memories and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. In 2020, the team was recognized with the RE/MAX NJ Community Citizenship Award.

Chopper is deeply involved in the community as a member of the Oakland Chamber of Commerce, the Elks, Oakland Dog Park, Passaic County Chiefs Association, Rotary Club, and Knights of Columbus. He was named a Fifth District “Hometown Hero” by Congressman Josh Gottheimer.

Outside of real estate, Chopper enjoys skiing, motorcycling, golf, and spending time with his English Bulldogs.

(201) 240-5200

chopper@chopperrussoteam.com

chopperrussoteam.com

Specialties: Commercial and Residential Real Estate

ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative)

ACP (Accredited Commercial Practitioner)

AHWD (At Home with Diversity)

CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)

CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist)

CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist)

CMOE (Certified Multiple Offers Expert)

CNHS (Certified New Home Specialist)

CPM (Certified Property Manager)

CREN (Certified Real Estate Negotiator)

C-RETS (Certified Real Estate Team Specialist)

CRS (Council of Residential Specialist)

MCNE (Master Certified Negotiation Expert)

MilRES (Military Residential Specialist)

RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert)

RSPS (Resort & Second Home Property Specialist)

SFR (Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource)

SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist
Home Types: House, Commercial, Townhouse, Lot/Land, MultiFamily, Condo, Other
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Years of Experience: 15

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Total Deals
91
Total Value
$58,411,037
Average Sale Price
$641,880
Price Range
$12 - $1.8M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
19
Total Value
$11,683,368
Average Sale Price
$614,914
Price Range
$369K - $1.2M

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals
143
Total Value
$87,632,364
Average Sale Price
$612,814
Price Range
$12 - $1.8M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
35
Total Value
$21,341,391
Average Sale Price
$609,754
Price Range
$369K - $1.2M

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals
290
Total Value
$159,634,401
Average Sale Price
$550,463
Price Range
$11 - $1.8M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
73
Total Value
$40,730,041
Average Sale Price
$557,946
Price Range
$69K - $1.2M

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Chopper's Listings and Deals

Awards and Designations

  • Circle of Legends
  • Diamond Award Club
  • Five Star Award
  • Good Neighbor Award
  • Lifetime Achievement Award
  • CPM - Certified Property Manager
  • NAR - National Association of Realtors
  • CIPS - Certified International Property Specialist
  • ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
  • ACP - Accredited Commercial Professional™
  • C-RETS - Certified Real Estate Team Specialist
  • CLHMS - Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
  • CNE - Certified Negotiation Expert
  • MCNE - Master Certified Negotiation Expert
  • RENE - Real Estate Negotiation Expert
  • SFR - Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource
  • SRES - SRES®, Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Other Experience

First Time Home Buyers, Investments, Luxury Homes, Senior Communities

Chopper's Reviews

5.0stars, 113 Reviews

9/1/25Colin Laskowski

Google Review

Andrew was an absolute pleasure to work with. My wife and I were looking on short notice for a place to rent and Andrew was the only broker I contacted who took the initiative to schedule a day of multiple showings. When we found the place he helped us navigate the process and was unbelievably responsive at all hours weekday or weekend. You’re in great hands w him and his team

8/12/25Jack Kabibble

Google Review

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Chopper Russo — The Real Deal (with a side of old-school Greek uncle magic)”

Chopper Russo isn’t just a great real estate agent — the guy’s a force of nature. Within five minutes of meeting him, I had flashbacks to my Uncle Nicki: loud in the best way, full of charm, brutally honest, and somehow three steps ahead of everyone in the room.

He hustles like he’s flipping souvlaki at a street fair — fast, efficient, and with way more flavor than anyone else around. He doesn’t sugarcoat things (thank God), and he gets results. Fast. While everyone else was still setting up lawn signs, Chopper already had offers rolling in.

He’s got that rare combo of street smarts, market knowledge, and “I’ve done this 1,000 times, don’t worry” calm that you can’t fake.

Working with Chopper feels like putting the deal in the hands of that one uncle who just makes things happen. No nonsense, no fluff, just results — and a few laughs along the way.

Oh — and full disclosure: he sold my mother-in-law’s house…
Now she lives with me.

They say when a mother-in-law moves in, it’s like a software update — you don’t ask when it’s coming, and you definitely don’t know how long it’ll take to finish.

8/6/25debbie pagano

Google Review

Thomas “Chopper” Russo was wonderful to work with in selling our Ringwood home. Extremely personable, knowledgeable, and professional just begin to describe Chopper!
The whole selling process was made easier due to his expertise and communication skills.
Chopper had recommendations for tradesmen whose work was excellent and timely.
We highly recommend Chopper and his team if you plan on selling your home. Best realtor around!

Agent License: New Jersey #0896342
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Chopper Russo