Brian Dougherty

Brian Dougherty is Partner and CEO of Corcoran Property Advisors based out of the Boston office on Newbury Street. Responsible for more than $750 Million of sales, he has been profiled in Boston Magazine for the past 6 years as one of the top producing agents in the region and is often featured in the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, Forbes, and other distinguished publications. In 2025, Brian represented the largest residential sale in all of Massachusetts.

Prior to his affiliation with Corcoran, Brian was a Managing Director at Compass. There, alongside his partner Nick, he led The Private Brokerage team which existed to provide accomplished individuals, families, and their advisors with access to the most personalized, sophisticated, and confidential real estate support available.

Brian was Managing Partner at Robert Paul Properties from 2014 until early 2019 when he sold his interest in the business. He previously served in a number of senior management and business development roles throughout the United States. From 2005 to 2007, Brian was a real estate sales advisor with DPS Development Company, advising individuals and families on the purchase of luxury real estate developments in the Turks & Caicos Islands and in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Brian served on the Advisory Board for the Top Network (TAN) which is a membership of the top 10% producing agents in the state. He previously served as a member of the finance committee for former Governor Charlie Baker. Brian and his partner Nick live in Cohasset with their 2 sons after having lived in Boston’s Back Bay and South End neighborhoods for many years. Passionate about design and preservation, Brian and Nick have renovated and redeveloped several significant properties throughout the years including a boutique inn on Cape Cod.

Contact Details

Email address [email protected]

Primary phone (617) 217-1842

Secondary phone (617) 203-2005

Address 14 Newbury St Boston MA, 02116

Website corcoran.com/real-estate-agents/detail/brian-dougherty/122922/regionId/137

License #9518040

Testimonials

Brian was exceptional from start to finish. The amount of time and personalized attention he invested in me over the course of several months was more than I ever would have expected. During that time, he leveraged his network extensively to identify numerous listed and off-market properties that fit my criteria and went out of his way to arrange personal showings whenever possible to accommodate my schedule. He was patient, supportive, and genuinely fun to work with throughout the entire process. Brian's knowledge of the Boston market and deal-making intuition was invaluable, and his presence at the negotiation table is the only reason why I was able to purchase a property in this hyper-competitive market. He also served as a trusted adviser through each step of the closing process to ensure my interests were protected and the deal progressed smoothly. This level of attention continued after the closing, as he made himself and his team available to help with anything I needed to get moved in and settled. I will continue to recommend Brian to all of my family, friends, and colleagues without hesitation. I have no doubt that he will provide them with the same level of personalized service and drive similar great outcomes as he did with me.

Brian G.

I operate a service-oriented business where being responsive to clients is our number one priority. Brian and his team exceeded all of my expectations in both buying my new home and selling my old one. I would not hesitate to refer Brian to any of my friends and colleagues. What sets Brian apart from all of the rest of the real estate brokers with whom I have worked is his knowledge, his responsiveness, and his network of service providers. He knows his market well and is able to provide insight into a neighborhood or property above and beyond what is provided on an MLS listing. He is also responsive and attentive to the many questions a buyer or seller would have, and he responds to my emails and phone calls promptly. What I further appreciate about Brian is that he makes the buying and selling process so easy. I am a very busy professional and I ended up finding my home probably at the most inopportune time workwise. Yet, Brian and his team were able to connect me with service providers that made the overall process easy and possible.

Vincent L.

We have been looking for a condo in this location for 3 years. When the opportunity came up Brian was integral in helping us navigate through the bidding process in an extremely competitive environment. He is extremely knowledgeable and responsive, has a professional demeanor, and is a pleasure to work with. It was helpful that he also had a relationship with the selling broker. I highly recommend Brian to anyone looking for a home in the greater Boston area.

Todd G.

The key to Brian’s success is no big secret. It is just a commitment to service that is underscored by an astounding appreciation for architecture, homes and people, and a very sophisticated understanding of luxury real estate marketing at home and abroad. When I am speaking to buyers looking to purchase in the Greater Boston region, who rightly demand and expect the best advice, who do I want them to speak to ﬁrst? The answer is Brian.

Nick C.

Brian was a terrific partner in this transaction. He was not only knowledgeable and efficient but also really went the extra mile to move the deal forward. His service during our search process, negotiation, closing, and post-closing was superb. He was also a pleasure to work with throughout the process. We have recommended Brian to several friends already and we would absolutely use him on any future transactions in the Boston area.

Gregg M.

Brian is the consummate professional, whether it's working around our busy schedules and making the house hunt fit into hectic days, or his expert knowledge of the market, or his talent in getting the deal done in a competitive bidding landscape. And Brian manages it all with grace under pressure. I would recommend him with the greatest enthusiasm to other executives (and I have).

Vivian L.

The very best real estate person in the city who can coordinate whatever you need for your executive leadership is Brian Dougherty.

Louis L.

Brian and his team are great. They take very good care of my referrals!

Ryan S.

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8 Snail Road

8 Snail Road, Chilmark, MA 02535
- 6 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 6,967 Sq.Ft.
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1 Mattarest Lane

1 Mattarest Lane, Dartmouth, MA 02748
- 7 Beds
- 11 Baths
- 8,765 Sq.Ft.
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24 Westwood Road

24 Westwood Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 6,807.4 Sq.Ft.
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375 Baxters Neck Road

375 Baxters Neck Road, Marstons Mills, MA 02648
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 9,645 Sq.Ft.
Pending
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31 Dale Ave

31 Dale Ave, Barnstable, MA 02647
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 5,610 Sq.Ft.
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46 Roos Road

46 Roos Road, Sandwich, MA 02537
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,476 Sq.Ft.
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46A Roos Road

46A Roos Road, Sandwich, MA 02537
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,628 Sq.Ft.
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21 Wormwood St # 515

21 Wormwood St # 515, Boston, MA 02210
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
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$37,000,000

41 Cobbs Hill Road

41 Cobbs Hill Road, Chilmark, MA 02535
- 8 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 7,846 Sq.Ft.
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$27,000,000

61 Butlers Cove Road

61 Butlers Cove Road, Edgartown, MA 02539
- 9 Beds
- 11 Baths
- 7,190 Sq.Ft.
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$16,000,000

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$14,995,000

108 Cotchpinicut

108 Cotchpinicut Road, Chatham, MA 02650
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$14,800,000

17 Louisburg Square

17 Louisburg Square, Boston, MA 02108
- 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 7,482 Sq.Ft.
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$9,525,000

178 Queen Anne Road

178 Queen Anne Road, Chatham, MA 02633
- 6 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 7,700 Sq.Ft.
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1 Dalton St # 5402

1 Dalton St # 5402, Boston, MA 02115
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,945 Sq.Ft.
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114 Cranberry Lane

114 Cranberry Lane, North Chatham, MA 02650
- 5 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 7,111 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$6,000,000

15 Lathrop Rd

15 Lathrop Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
- 6 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 8,108 Sq.Ft.
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$5,450,000

63 Old Field Road

63 Old Field Road, Orleans, MA 02653
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,413 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$5,390,000

96 Beacon Street Unit: 2

96 Beacon Street # 2, Boston, MA 02108
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,831 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$4,650,000

75 Border St

75 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4,462 Sq.Ft.
Sold

$4,500,000

205 Atlantic Ave

205 Atlantic Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025
Sold
$4,100,000

159.A Atlantic Ave

159.A Atlantic Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 9 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 5,285 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$3,710,000

4 Goose Cove Way

4 Goose Cove Way, Nantucket, MA 02554
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2,335 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$3,650,000

15 White Head Road

15 White Head Road, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,750 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$3,500,000

245 Woodland Rd

245 Woodland Rd, Brookline, MA 02467
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,802 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$3,337,500

43 Parker Street

43 Parker Street, Newton, MA 02459
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 5,770 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$3,100,000

193 S Main St

193 S Main St, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 5,226 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$3,100,000

6 Strong Pl

6 Strong Pl, Boston, MA 02114
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,047 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,975,000

51 Briar Spring Road Road

51 Briar Spring Road Road, Orleans, MA 02653
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,500 Sq.Ft.
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$2,790,000

9 Schaffner Ln

9 Schaffner Ln, Dover, MA 02030
- 5 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 6,720 Sq.Ft.
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$2,539,000

61 Stephen Phillips Rd

61 Stephen Phillips Rd, Dennis, MA 02638
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,745 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,539,000

61 Stephen Phillips Road

61 Stephen Phillips Road, Dennis, MA 02660
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,745 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,435,000

90 Commonwealth Ave Unit: 7

90 Commonwealth Ave # 7, Boston, MA 02116
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,787 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,395,000

441 King Street

441 King Street, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,500 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,192,500

61 Rust Way

61 Rust Way, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 5,825 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,100,000

104 Centre Street

104 Centre Street, Dover, MA 02030
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4,200 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$2,000,000

59 Avon Rd

59 Avon Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,052 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,945,000

64 Commonwealth Ave # 5

64 Commonwealth Ave # 5, Boston, MA 02116
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,032 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,875,000

16 Old Pasture Rd

16 Old Pasture Rd, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,674 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,735,000

36 Stockbridge St

36 Stockbridge St, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,406 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,690,000

1 Franklin Street # 1003, Boston Unit: 1003

1 Franklin Street # 1003, Boston, MA 02110
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,406 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,675,000

345 Harvard Street Unit: 2 A/B

345 Harvard Street Unit: 2 A/B, Cambridge, MA 02138
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,710 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,600,000

166 Oakleigh Road

166 Oakleigh Road, Newton, MA 02458
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,122 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,600,000

6 Grace Dr

6 Grace Dr, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4,379 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,410,000

54 Old Coach Rd

54 Old Coach Rd, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,046 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,377,000

558 Fox Hill Road

558 Fox Hill Road, Chatham, MA 02633
- 5 Beds
- 10 Baths
- 11,000 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,225,000

150 Dorchester Ave Unit: 512

150 Dorchester Ave # 512, Boston, MA 02127
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,422 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,050,000

31-35 Elm St

31-35 Elm St, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4,101 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$940,000

15 Abbey Rd Unit: 15

15 Abbey Rd # 15, Sherborn, MA 01770
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,007 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$880,000

47 Cogswell Ave Unit: 25

47 Cogswell Ave # 25, Cambridge, MA 02140
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 999 Sq.Ft.
Leased
$24,000/mo

39 Black Horse Lane # 39

39 Black Horse Lane # 39, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 6,000 Sq.Ft.
Leased
$9,500/mo

39 Black Horse Lane

39 Black Horse Lane, Cohasset, MA 02025
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 6,000 Sq.Ft.