About Raquel Knoell

Raquel Knoell | Team Knoell | Douglas Elliman

If you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Sea Cliff, Roslyn, Glen Head, or the North Shore of Long Island, you’ll be working with a local family team that understands both the market and the emotional side of moving.

My journey into real estate started long before I got licensed. Growing up in a 6th floor apartment, I remember looking out the window and thinking, one day I’ll own a home like that.

I became the first in my family to graduate college, earning my degree from Fordham University, and went on to build a career on Wall Street at Standard & Poor’s. There, I worked with top firms like Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, and Goldman Sachs, developing strong negotiation skills and high-level client relationships.

At the same time, my husband Tom and I built a business together from scratch. What started as handmaking my wedding headpiece turned into Thomas Knoell Designs, a couture bridal accessory company sold in boutiques around the world.

After starting our family, we made the decision to leave NYC and build a different kind of life on Long Island. Like many of our clients, our path to homeownership wasn’t simple. That experience is what ultimately led me to real estate.

In 2016, I became a licensed real estate agent and partnered with my husband. Today, Team Knoell also includes our son Kyle, creating a true family-run team.

We specialize in:

• Listing and selling homes in Sea Cliff and the North Shore
• Helping buyers relocate from NYC to Long Island
• Strategic pricing, marketing, and negotiation
• Guiding clients through every step of the process

We don’t just show homes and put up signs. We help you prepare, position, and move forward with confidence.

Buying or selling a home is a big decision. Having a team that’s been through it personally makes a difference.

If you’re thinking about making a move, we’re here to help.