The Atlantic Team: #1 in the Hamptons, Driven by Collaboration
by ELLIMAN INSIDER TEAM
April 2026
In a market defined by precision, relationships and real-time intelligence, The Atlantic Team at Douglas Elliman has built something that sets them apart: a truly collaborative model that spans every layer of the Hamptons market — and delivers results at the highest level.
Led by agents James Keogh, Hara Kang and Justin Agnello, The Atlantic Team was ranked by Elliman’s 2026 Ellie Awards (recognizing 2025 performance) as the #1 in the Hamptons by both gross commission income and sales volume, along with #1 in GCI for rentals. With over $1 billion in career sales, 600 transactions and $100+ million in current inventory, the team’s momentum is undeniable.
“We do business at every level of the market,” says Keogh. “That gives us a level of insight most teams simply don’t have.”
A True Team Built on a Rare Foundation
The Atlantic Team is built on an equal partnership, a rare foundation in the industry that has remained intact since 2005. Over time, that core has expanded into a tightly integrated group that includes Sarah Gold, William Gold and Julie Gauger, each of whom brings specialized expertise across rentals, sales and local market knowledge.
“With us, clients benefit from multiple perspectives,” says Keogh. “There’s a depth of experience and collaboration that’s hard to replicate.”
That structure allows the team to operate with the agility of a boutique and the reach of a global brand — constantly sharing insight, refining strategy and staying ahead of shifts in the market.
“We’re continuously comparing notes — pricing, buyer behavior, inventory,” adds Kang. “That collective knowledge directly benefits our clients.”
That collaborative approach translated into a year of meaningful transactions across multiple tiers of the market. At the top, the team brokered the $31.5 million sale of 33 Lily Pond Lane, representing both buyer and seller in one of the most notable oceanfront deals of the year.
“It’s about as close to the ocean as you can get,” says Agnello, highlighting the kind of irreplaceable asset that continues to drive demand at the highest level.
At the same time, the team was setting records in emerging segments, including the $8.65 million sale of 33 Springwood Lane, which set a record for an east-facing waterfront property in Northwest Woods.
“We’re seeing strength across multiple segments, not just one,” Kang adds. “That’s where our breadth becomes a real advantage.”
Positioned for What’s Next
The team’s current listings reflect a strategic push into the upper tiers of the market, with a curated mix of waterfront, new construction and lifestyle-driven properties:
35 Springwood Lane: a newly completed $10.5M waterfront home with expansive harbor views
27 Ezekills Hollow Road: a $12.995M North Haven estate on Genet Creek with sunset-facing exposure
123 Abrahams Path: a 4.6-acre compound designed for lifestyle-driven buyers
30 East Hollow Road: a $7.7M turnkey offering in the coveted Georgica enclave
Together, the portfolio underscores where demand continues to concentrate: turnkey, well-located and lifestyle-forward homes
As the Hamptons market moves through 2026, the team is watching a familiar dynamic take shape: strong demand at the high end paired with limited inventory, alongside a pipeline of new construction that has yet to fully come online.
“There’s more coming than people realize,” says Agnello. “Understanding what’s in the pipeline is critical right now.”
With an average deal size now in the $6 million to 7 million range, the team is strategically expanding further into the ultra-high-end, with a focus on oceanfront and trophy properties.
“When the right property comes to market, buyers are ready,” says Keogh. “They move with conviction.”
“What we’re seeing now is a more strategic buyer,” adds Agnello. “They’re incredibly informed, they’re patient, but when something truly checks the boxes, they act quickly. That’s where preparation and positioning really matter.”
For The Atlantic Team, reaching #1 is not a finish line but rather a reflection of a powerful partnership that continues to evolve.
“At the end of the day, it’s about trust within the team and with our clients,” says Kang. “That’s what allows us to operate at a high level.”
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