Like many great businessmen, Julius I. Kislak started with a dream. In 1906, at age 19, the Russian immigrant began his foray into real estate brokerage from a tiny rented room in Hoboken, New Jersey. Despite his youth and inexperience, he was determined to succeed. His business plan was simple: hat in hand, he went door-to-door asking homeowners if they would be willing to sell. Many were, and his keen instincts, strong will and optimism ultimately helped turn his vision into a reality. His one-man enterprise firmly planted the roots of what would become a billion-dollar real estate empire. By 1922, Julius had carved a solid niche for himself in the real estate market and opened the first Kislak office. Over the next 30 years, the company flourished, added a workforce, and led the way in real estate, mortgage financing, and insurance, all while weathering the Great Depression and World War II. In 1953, under the leadership of Julius’ son, Jay, the Kislak Organization expanded to Florida.
Kislak's most recent deal was on September 23, 2026.
Kislak's largest deals include a sale of $90,000,000.00 for 145 Jerome Street, and a loan of $11,000,000.00 for 26 Utley Place, Willow Street, PA, USA, and a lease covering 26,653 sqft for 41 Spring Street.