Melissa DeSantis Top real estate agent in Freehold

Melissa DeSantis

REAL Broker
20 Years of Experience
(72)
$275K
Total Sales Last Year
20
Years of Experience
64
Recent TransactionsTransactions from the last 3 years
$789.9K
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About Melissa DeSantis

When you're ready to leave the big house--or transition after a life change--the real challenge isn't the sale. It's the uncertainty about what comes next. What kind of home and location will truly fit your life now? Will you remain in Monmouth County, choose a nearby town, or move to a new area entirely? I'm Melissa DeSantis, Broker Associate & Managing Broker with REAL Broker (Freehold Branch). For 19 years, I've helped downsizers, luxury sellers, and clients navigating divorce make confident moves across Freehold, Manalapan, Marlboro, Morganville, Colts Neck, Holmdel, Farmingdale, and Howell. To turn uncertainty into clarity, I created The Next Chapter Blueprint--a five-step, concierge-style process that: Defines your lifestyle and next-home criteria (space, maintenance, amenities, budget). Maps the timing for a smooth sell-then-buy or relocation. Preps and positions your property to stand out. Launches premium marketing--professional photography & videography plus optimized digital exposure--to reach qualified buyers. Negotiates and navigates every detail through closing--so you move forward with confidence. With 450+ homes sold and $55M+ in production, I blend local insight with a results-driven strategy. Media features on Inside Edition and in The New York Times reflect the standard my clients count on. As one seller put it, I "did the work of two agents," keeping communication clear and the transaction on track. If you're searching for the best Monmouth County agent, exploring downsizing in Freehold, Manalapan, or Marlboro, or preparing a luxury sale in Colts Neck or Holmdel, you'll have a plan, a process, and a partner from day one. My clients tell me they sell faster and for more--and, just as important, they feel clear about where they're going next. Schedule a free consultation--results-driven and concierge-style.
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Specialties

  • Sellers
  • Buyers
  • Residential Property

Awards

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Freehold, NJ

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Howell, NJ

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    2025

    TOP AGENT

    Marlboro, NJ

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Date
Address
Price
Represented
09/26/2025
12 Portebello Road Jackson, NJ 08527
Sold For $445K
09/26/2025 Seller
09/19/2025
280 Double Creek Parkway Freehold, NJ 07728
Sold For $789K
09/19/2025 Seller
08/20/2025
54 Chinkaberry Court Howell, NJ 07731
Sold For $325K
08/20/2025 Buyer
08/15/2025
19 Meadowbrook Lane Freehold, NJ 07728
Sold For $829K
08/15/2025 Seller

Melissa DeSantis's Reviews & Ratings

72 Reviews
(5/5)
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  • Excellent negotiator

Isidore Kirsh

Review for Member: Isidore Kirsh
August 24, 2025
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Melissa was extremely instrumental in selling our home in Freehold last yr. in December. She was very knowledgeable in setting the price and our offer which we accepted was perfect. I also used Melissa to recently purchase another new construction home in Howell. The entire process was so seamless and Melissa was always available to accommodate my needs. I would strongly recommended her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Monmouth County. You won't be disappointment. Dr. Izzy Kirsh

Joannat315

Review for Member: Joannat315
July 3, 2025
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We worked with Melissa DeSantis to find and purchase our home. From the beginning, Melissa stood out for her exceptional patience, clear communication, and deep knowledge of the local market. She was consistently responsive, proactive, and supportiveaEUR"always keeping us informed and confident. Whether it was reviewing contract details or connecting us with trusted service providers, Melissa went above and beyond at every step. What we especially appreciated was Melissas unwavering commitment and genuine care. Despite the year-long journey, we never felt rushed or overlookedaEUR"she truly listened to our needs and fought for what we wanted. Her professionalism, kindness, and results-driven approach turned a complex, often stressful process into one that felt manageable and even exciting. Were incredibly grateful for her dedication and wouldnt have wanted anyone else by our side.

Arlene

Review for Member: Arlene
April 16, 2025
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Melissa DeSantis recently helped sell our home in Freehold. My husband and I relocated across the country, and left our brand new home solely in Melissas extremely capable hands. This was the sixth home that we have sold. I can honestly say that not only is she New Jerseys BEST, she is Americas BEST. Melissa is personable, knowledgeable, and hard working. She was available each and every time we needed her help. During the sale of our Freehold home, the buyers agent continually dropped the ball, no client commitment at all. Melissa stepped up and did the work of 2 agents, also tending to the needs of the aEURoebuyersaEUR? to assure a smooth transaction. Too bad there arent more than 5 stars. Arlene and Mike

B Pirlamarla

Review for Member: B Pirlamarla
August 5, 2024
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Melissa was an outstanding broker in selling our parents estate. She brings a personalized touch, operates with extreme professionalism and kindness, and brought data to inform our pricing strategy which ultimately resulted in 5+ offers. We are based in Seattle and she was incredibly helpful in managing all of the professionals to get our home ready to list and through closing, seamlessly. She made a super painful process incredibly simple and easy - we had multiple offers and she was organized in laying out the pros and cons of each offer. Melissa is knowledgeable about the area, detail oriented, and so approachable and responsive.

Cynlaff

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April 3, 2024
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Melissa easily got the job of selling our home due to her vast knowledge of the Freehold Township market along with a data driven, realistic assessment of the value of our home. Her strategy paid off as we had 9 offers (8 over ask) after 4 days on the market. Throughout the process Melissa was available, attentive and consistently pushing the process forward, always taking our needs into consideration. The media support behind the listing was exceptional. Basically, Melissa did all the things one would expect from a seasoned and professional realtor while also being genuine and working for us until the deal was done. Melissa would be an asset to anyone looking to sell or buy a home in Monmouth County.

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218 Schanck RoadFreehold, NJ, 07728

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