Season 1
8 episodes Jan 3, 2025 8.8
Overview
A team of stylishly savvy New York real estate agents hustle to seal multimillion-dollar deals while stirring up drama in this soapy reality series.
Seasons
1 listed- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 8 episodes
- First aired
- Jan 3, 2025
- Last aired
- Jan 3, 2025
- Network
- Netflix
Latest episode: S1 E8 Best and Final (Jan 3, 2025)
Cast
8 people
Reviews
5 min readThe Gilded Cage of Ambition
I’ve never been inside a a reported budget Manhattan penthouse, but I’ve watched enough reality TV to know the script by heart: the marble countertops, the designer heels sinking into plush carpets, the way the camera lingers on a diamond ring as someone says, "This deal is everything." Selling the City doesn’t stray far from that formula, but what keeps me watching isn’t the real estate—it’s the way the show exposes the cost of selling a dream you might not even believe in yourself.
The first season of Selling the City drops us into the world of Douglas Elliman, where Eleonora Srugo and her team of agents hustle to close multimillion-dollar deals while navigating the kind of workplace drama that would make The Office look like a Quaker meeting. There’s Jade Chan, Srugo’s longtime friend-turned-rival, whose passive-aggressive jabs could curdle milk. There’s Taylor Middleton, whose real-life experience with a Tribeca building fire adds a layer of vulnerability to her on-screen persona.
And then there’s Steve Gold, the Million Dollar Listing veteran who pops in like a guest star in his own life, his presence a reminder that this is, at its core, a franchise product.
That’s the tension at the heart of Selling the City: it’s a show about selling, but what’s really being sold is the illusion of authenticity. Liz Kocan at Decider put it best: "The show’s success lies with its cast, who provide plenty of semi-manufactured drama, yet somehow they still feel authentic." And she’s right—there’s something undeniably compelling about watching these women (and a few men) navigate a world where professionalism is both a performance and a survival tactic.
The confessionals, the staged confrontations, the way the camera zooms in on a trembling lip—it’s all part of the act, but the exhaustion in their eyes when they think no one’s looking? That feels real.
Take Episode 4, the moment that’s been singled out in nearly every recap. Eleonora Srugo, the team’s top agent and de facto star, sits in a dimly lit room, her usual armor of designer blazers and perfectly styled hair slightly undone. She talks about the pressure of being the breadwinner, the fear of failure, the way her job has seeped into every corner of her life.
Audience Opinions
"Early reactions highlight a fresh take on urban real estate drama, but audience opinions remain limited."
Viewers who have caught early episodes describe the series as an engaging blend of reality TV and city-life storytelling, focusing on the highs and lows of selling properties in competitive markets. Some appreciate its unscripted authenticity, while others note pacing issues as the show balances personal drama with professional challenges. latestnetflix.com's take is that Feedback is sparse, making it difficult to gauge broader reception.
What viewers praise
- Authentic unscripted moments The series captures genuine interactions and real estate challenges, adding relatability.
- Diverse cast dynamics The ensemble brings varied perspectives, making the conflicts and collaborations feel organic.
Common complaints
- Uneven pacing Some episodes drag, particularly when shifting between personal and professional storylines.
- Limited depth in early episodes A few viewers feel the characters and stakes need more development to fully invest in the narrative.
Recommended for
Reality TV enthusiasts Urban lifestyle fans Real estate industry followers
Buzz & Rumors
Public reportsNetflix’s "Selling the City" Canceled After One Season—But Stars Are Already Moving On
Netflix’s Selling the City, the latest addition to the Selling Sunset franchise, has been abruptly canceled after just one season, leaving fans and cast members alike reeling. The reality series, which premiered in January 2025, followed a team of high-end New York City real estate agents led by broker Eleonora Srugo as they navigated the cutthroat luxury market—and each other. But despite the drama, latestnetflix.com argues, the show’s future is now in limbo.
A Shocking Cancellation
The news of Selling the City’s cancellation broke in early 2025, with reports confirming Netflix had pulled the plug after a single season 
. Eleonora Srugo, the show’s central figure, addressed the decision in an exclusive interview, calling it a "shock" but hinting at new opportunities ahead. "There’s so much more to my story," she said, suggesting she’s already eyeing other TV projects . The cancellation leaves the series’ future uncertain, though the cast’s social media activity suggests they’re not dwelling on the setback.
Drama, Backstabbing, and Big Commissions
Like its predecessor Selling Sunset, Selling the City delivered plenty of workplace tension, personal clashes, and jaw-dropping real estate deals. The show’s first season followed Srugo’s team at a Manhattan brokerage, where competition among agents—including Jade Chan, Steve Gold, and Jordyn Taylor Braff—often spilled into on-camera confrontations . A New York Times review noted the series’ familiar formula: "All the usual backstabbing and big commissions. This time in Manhattan" .
The cast’s chemistry (or lack thereof) was a major draw. Early episodes featured Srugo attending an awards dinner for her brokerage, while other agents jockeyed for listings and recognition . Netflix’s official Tudum page teased that viewers could expect "plenty of personal and professional drama" as the team navigated the high-stakes world of luxury real estate .
What’s Next for the Cast?
Despite the cancellation, the Selling the City stars seem unfazed. Srugo has already hinted at "more TV opportunities" in the works , while other cast members, like Jade Chan and Taylor Middleton, have kept their social media feeds active with real estate updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses . Whether Netflix will revisit the series—or if another network might pick it up—remains unclear.
For now, fans are left with just one season of Manhattan real estate drama, but the cast’s next moves could be just as compelling.
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