Our History

Flushing Kent Realty Management LLC

Our History

75 years of excellence in New York commercial real estate.

Est. 1951

A Legacy Built on Trust

Founded in 1951, Flushing Kent Realty Management LLC began as a partnership between two friends, Theodore Ain and Robert “Bob” Marani, with a shared vision of delivering exceptional real estate services to property owners throughout New York.

Founded in Flushing, Queens, “Kent Realty” for short has evolved into a full-service brokerage and property management firm, overseeing over 400,000 square feet and serving thousands of tenants throughout its history.

1951

Founded in Flushing

Theodore Ain and Robert “Bob” Marani found Flushing Kent Realty Management LLC as a partnership between two friends, beginning a legacy of exceptional real estate services for property owners throughout New York.

Theodore Ain & Robert Marani
Theodore Ain & Robert Marani
1982

A New Home Base

Kent Realty establishes its new headquarters in one of the first commercial office condominium buildings in Downtown Flushing, developed and built specifically to Kent's requirements on 39th Avenue. For more than 40 years, Kent has proudly called Flushing its home base.

2000

The Next Generation

Spencer and Judson Ain, Theodore Ain's two sons, assume leadership of Kent Realty, continuing the firm's longstanding commitment to excellence in property management and real estate services.

Spencer, Judson, and Theodore Ain
Spencer, Judson, and Theodore Ain
2003

Investing in the Community

Judson Ain becomes a founding member of the Flushing BID (Business Improvement District), focused on providing supplemental services to strengthen and enhance operations for the many commercial businesses throughout Downtown Flushing.

Judson Ain with 109th Precinct CO
              & Community Affairs Officers and BID
              Director Dian Yu
Judson Ain with 109th Precinct CO & Community Affairs Officers and BID Director Dian Yu
2021

A Modernized Workspace

Kent Realty completes a full renovation of its 39th Avenue headquarters, emphasizing digitization, streamlined communication for partners and tenants, and the creation of a modernized workspace for its staff.

Kent Realty's New Conference Room
Kent Realty's New Conference Room
2026

Celebrating 75 Years

Kent Realty celebrates 75 years in Downtown Flushing, led by second-generation ownership and preparing to serve as stewards for the next 75 years of some of the highest-trafficked commercial properties in New York City.

Flushing Kent Banner on Main Street
Flushing Kent Banner on Main Street

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