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Chopper Russo

Oakland NJ
5.0stars, 110 Reviews
RE/MAX SELECT - Oakland
363 Closed Sales
$198.5M Total Value
$260K - $1.8M Price Range
$546.9K Average Price
Prior five years

About Chopper

Thomas Russo is part of a compassionate, caring, collaborative team of professional realtors that through experience, expertise and education have assisted more than a thousand clients move into their dream home! Be it buying, selling, or leasing Chopper Russo Team can guide you along the path to Your Perfect Home!

Because of their tenacity they have achieved unparalleled accolades & unique awards. Locally, nationally & internationally continually ranked #1 in Northern NJ, recently ranked by "Real Trends"/"WSJ" #2 of All Realtors in NJ & also #20 in the USA along with #78 Globally.

Success has led to the induction into the RE/MAX hall of Fame, RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement award plus a perennial Diamond Team award recipient. 7+ years on the "Forbes 500" Best of Realtors in the USA & Top 1% of all realtors in the USA!

CRT is proud of their involvement in the community. Recently recognized as the 2020 RE/MAX NJ Community Citizenship Award winner! A team member donates a part of every transaction to one of the following organizations: Baking for Memories, St. Jude’s & Southern Paws. When Chopper is not busy working with clients or his team, he participates in local organizations. Recently awarded Fifth District "Hometown Hero" from Congressman Josh Gottheimer. A member of the advisory board for the Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge Inc., Chopper is also a trustee on the Oakland Education Foundation, chairperson of the Oakland Public Events Committee & Oakland Green Team. Member of the Oakland Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Dog Park, Knights of Columbus, & Passaic County Chief's Association.

Chopper has interests in athletic activities- football, motorcycling, skiing, snowmobiling, and golf. As you might be able to tell from his profile photo, Chopper is an animal lover, with a soft spot for English Bulldogs!
Home Types: House, Commercial, Townhouse, Lot/Land, MultiFamily, Condo, Other
Years of Experience: 15

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Total Deals
82
Total Value
$52,859,942
Average Sale Price
$644,633
Price Range
$12 - $1.8M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
17
Total Value
$9,843,368
Average Sale Price
$579,022
Price Range
$369K - $1.1M

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals
134
Total Value
$82,081,269
Average Sale Price
$612,547
Price Range
$12 - $1.8M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
33
Total Value
$19,501,391
Average Sale Price
$590,951
Price Range
$369K - $1.1M

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals
288
Total Value
$156,895,806
Average Sale Price
$544,777
Price Range
$11 - $1.8M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
75
Total Value
$41,643,041
Average Sale Price
$555,241
Price Range
$69K - $1.2M

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Chopper's Listings and Deals

Awards and Designations

  • 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

Foreclosures, Senior Communities, Short Sales

Chopper's Reviews

5.0stars, 110 Reviews

7/27/25Joe Pasquarello

Google Review

We can't say enough great things about Chopper and his team. Being absentee sellers living out of state, he walked us through the entire project start to finish and handled all the details and the entire process for us and exceeded our expectations! Chopper is highly recommended and is an asset to the RE/MAX group!

7/15/25filomena laforgia

Google Review

A Remarkable Agent Who Delivers Beyond Expectations
To say that Chopper Russo and his RE/MAX team helped sell my home in Oakland is a severe understatement. Chopper didn’t just help—he handled the entire process with a level of dedication, professionalism, and care that went far beyond what I ever expected from a real estate agent.

From the moment we began working together, Chopper became the one-stop shop every seller hopes for. He brought with him a Rolodex of trusted, highly skilled tradespeople who prepared my home to shine on the market, from handymen to inspectors. Every step of the way, Chopper offered sound advice, clear communication, and a calming presence during what is often an emotional and stressful process.

His deep knowledge of the market, commitment to excellence, and genuine care for his clients made all the difference. I always felt supported and confident knowing he was in charge. He treated the sale of my home as if it were his own.

If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond—not just to get your home sold, but to do it with heart, integrity, and expertise—Chopper Russo is the agent you want on your side.

6/25/25Beth Beasley

Google Review

Chopper was excellent in selling our home in Oakland. He knew the market dynamics and pricing strategies well. He and his team kept us thoroughly informed throughout the process. Chopper’s support throughout the negotiation process were very helpful as well. We were very pleased with our experience and highly recommend Chopper and his team.

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Chopper Russo