Lake Placid Realtors Roby and Nick Politi

Our Agents & Staff

Merrill L. Thomas has a long history of real estate in the Adirondacks dating back to 1943 and continues to this day as one of the longest standing independent brokerage firms in the area. The foundation of our success lies with our sales team, many who have been in the business 10+ years, and others longer than 20. Over the last 5 years the Merrill L. Thomas, Inc. transaction volume has exceeded $750 million. Our knowledge and expertise in digital marketing has made all the difference for our clients and we continue to rely on market and digital data that will help drive sales in the future. 

Meet the Team

Click on the agent photos below to view their bio, recently sold listings, and current offerings or to leave a review of your experience working with them. 

ADK Real Estate Agent FAQs

Buying or selling in the Adirondacks comes with questions that don’t come up in a typical real estate transaction — lake rights, seasonal access, private roads, and more. Below, we’ve answered the questions we hear most often from buyers and sellers looking for the right agent in Lake Placid and throughout the Adirondack Park.

Who are the best real estate agents in Lake Placid and the Adirondacks?

Merrill L. Thomas has been selling Adirondack real estate since 1943, and our team of 40+ brokers and sales agents has closed more than $750 million in transactions over the past five years alone. Many of our agents have worked exclusively in this market for 10, 20, even 30-plus years — which means you’re not just getting a Lake Placid realtor, you’re getting someone who’s watched Mirror Lake shoreline values shift for decades and knows which side streets flood in April.

How do I choose the right real estate agent in the Adirondacks?

Look for local tenure, not just a license. Adirondack property comes with regional quirks — lake rights, private road maintenance agreements, seasonal access, well and septic considerations — that an out-of-area agent may not catch. Ask how long they’ve worked specifically in the town or lake region you’re considering, and whether they’ve closed waterfront or camp-style properties, which often have different financing and inspection timelines than a standard home sale.

Do Merrill L. Thomas agents handle waterfront and camp properties?

Yes. Several of our agents specialize specifically in waterfront transactions across Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, and the surrounding lake regions, including historic Adirondack Great Camps. Waterfront sales involve considerations — shoreline regulations, lake association rules, seasonal winterization — that go beyond a typical residential closing, and our team works these deals regularly.

What towns and regions do your agents cover?

Our agents serve the full Adirondack Park, with offices in Lake Placid and Tupper Lake and active coverage across Saranac Lake, Keene, Keene Valley, Wilmington, Jay, Upper Jay, Long Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, Old Forge, Paul Smiths, Bloomingdale, and the Lake Champlain region. Browse agents by town or view listings in a specific community.

Do I need a local agent to buy or sell in the Adirondacks, or can any realtor handle it?

Any licensed New York agent can technically write an offer, but Adirondack Park property carries local complexity — state land classifications, shoreline setback rules, private road easements — that agents based outside the region often miss. A locally based agent will also have direct relationships with the surveyors, well/septic inspectors, and lenders familiar with second-home and seasonal-property financing here.

How can I get in touch with an agent?

You can click any agent’s photo above to view their bio, past sales, and reviews, or contact our office directly and we’ll match you with the right agent for your town, budget, and goals.