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2026
TOP AGENT
Granby, CT
2026
TOP AGENT
North Granby, CT
2026
TOP AGENT
Suffield, CT
2026
Granby, CT
2026
North Granby, CT
2026
Suffield, CT
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After researching the best realtors in Granby, who were also the most knowledgeable about the market and surrounding areas, we decided Rick was the "guy" to sell our beloved home of 22 years. We started early (about a year before listing), had a meet & greet, he gave us advice/pointers of things to spruce up, and a ballpark range in asking price. When the time came to list the house, we haggled a bit on what we wanted to list it for. Of course we wanted a Taj Mahal price for a glorified "she shed". Ultimately, we met somewhere closer to what Rick recommended, and he let me pick the crazy, random numbers in the asking price! Our house had about 10 showings in the first 3 days, with an amazing offer after one of the showings from the first day. It sold for more than asking price, and the closing was within 30 days. I cannot say enough great things about Rick. He answered every text, every call, and was extremely patient and understanding when I was "going off the rails" in a menopausal fury, lol. I knew I could trust his exceptional knowledge and experience, and if you can just trust the process and give him the reins, he will bring you a winning deal. Thank you Rick for everything.
Rick exceeded every expectation I had for a realtor. He was recommended to me, and now I see why. While on a family vacation across the country, he still made time to call repair professionals and explain the necessary work when I couldnt. That level of commitment is rare. Throughout negotiations, I placed my trust in Ricks expertise. Even when I felt unsure, he guided me with confidence aEUR" and he was absolutely right. Rick is honest, hardworking, and truly goes above and beyond for his clients. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who wants a dependable, driven realtor who gets results.
Rick did a fantastic job selling my home. His tips were very helpful and he was patient and helpful throughout the whole process. We sold in three days at above asking price!
We had an excellent experience working with Rick as our realtor. He was incredibly proactive throughout the entire process and truly went above and beyond. When we found the house we were interested in, Rick jumped on it right away and moved quickly to help us secure it. His responsiveness, professionalism, and dedication made us feel confident every step of the way. Were so grateful for his guidance and support we couldnt have done it without him!
Exceptional A++++ service Sold property within a week. Very pleased with services provided by Santa Realty. I highly recommend a professional to get you the outcome he got me. He was able to get me 20k above my asking price.
Rick handled the sale of 3 estate properties in the most professional manner. He was extremely knowledgeable and caring He also sold a business property for me as well as an inheritance property in a very professional and rapid manner.
My husband and I just closed (the day before thanksgiving!) on our first home. Rick has been SO helpful throughout the entire process and was very patient with all our newbie questions. He pointed out things to consider/look at that we hadnt thought of and was not pushy or impatient with us. He also connected us with other resources (lender, lawyer) and we had great experiences with all of them as well. It was clear Rick and his team know their stuff and care about helping you find what youre looking for!
Rick helped us buy our first home ever (back in 2020, right before COVID) in Bristol, and then was a frequent source of any-time advice throughout the next 4 years as we pondered when would be the best time to sell. We decided finally to do it recently, so he not only helped us get a fantastic price for our home but also is guiding us now through a complex For Sale By Owner process in buying our new home. He has been not just a realtor but a friend and confidante at times during stressful market conditions. We recommend him wholeheartedly and without reservation.
We had the pleasure of working with Rick Santasiere as our Realtor and I just have to say, he was phenomenal. Right from the start, his expertise in the market really shone through. He has an incredible network of contacts that came in super handy during our offer process. But it's not just his professionalism that sets him apartaEUR"it's his patience and commitment. Rick took the time to really understand what we were looking for, answering every question we had and making sure we felt confident every step of the way. What really impressed us about Rick was his integrity. Hes always upfront and puts his clients' interests first, giving advice thats really about helping us, not just closing a sale. We felt supported by a true friend throughout our home-buying journey. Working with Rick has been a fantastic experience and we're excited to keep working with him for any future real estate needs. If youre searching for a Realtor who not only knows his stuff but genuinely cares about putting you first, Rick is your guy. As first-time home buyers, he made everything feel less overwhelming and more manageable, turning a daunting process into an enjoyable journey. Choosing Rick as our Realtor was the best decision we could have made and were eager to see what the future holds with him helping us along the way.
Rick is an amazing realtor and really goes above and beyond for his clients. Helped me sell my home and made the entire process easy and seamless. I highly recommend him and wouldn't consider using anyone else.
Rick walked me through purchasing my first home in a time crunch and I was more than happy with how easy he made the process and how dedicated he was to finding me the perfect home. Couldnt be more pleased and look forward to working with Rick again once I am ready to sell!
Weve known Rick Santasiere for a number of years from the local community. When it was time to start thinking about selling, Rick came first to mind given his visibility and strong reputation in the local real estate market and the fact that he was an independent agent, owning his own real estate business. Rick met with us starting early in the process and advised us every step of the way. Hes an excellent listener and managed the entire process seamlessly on our timeframe and always with our best interest in mind. Rick is a seasoned real estate professional who provides great service to his clients and truly loves the business.
Rick is an excellent agent. Any time I needed his help he was always reachable. He helped make my home purchase process so easy and accommodating. He checked in with me at least once a week and kept all parties coordinated.
Rick consistently went above and beyond to provide outstanding service during our home buying journey. His knowledge of the CT real estate market is unparalleled, and Rick has a excellent understanding of what it takes to successfully buy a home in the current market. He took the time to listen and understand exactly what our situation was (returning to CT but currently living out of state), and was able to work around our tight schedule. Rick was very adaptable to change and meeting our unique requirements.. To include a last minute ask of touring 5 properties three days away. Rick was great at communicating the whole time and providing us valuable guidance throughout the entire process. His expert negotiations landed us the house we really wanted even using a VA loan. He was able to negotiate with the listing agent/seller after the inspection and get a bunch of findings taken care of. Rick provided us with honest and straightforward advice. His level of integrity is a rare find in the real estate industry and we never doubted our best interests were always first. I cannot recommend Rick highly enough.
We had immense pleasure in working with Rick in our search for our first home . The high level expertise , right suggestions when needed in decision making and on top of all this his attitude to make us feel comfortable all throughout our search process is really commendable . In almost 10 months of our search he never let us compromise on our requirements and worked relentlessly with us until we found the exact home of our choice with all our requirements met. We would be highly recommending Rick to our friends and foe who are looking to find a home . Thank you for helping us find our dream home ?? . You are the best agent in New England area.
Rick helped us purchase a home in this wild market. He responded quickly to showing requests (i.e. feeding frenzies) For example we texted asking to see a place ASAP and were in 30 minutes later. He told us what we needed to hear about the market vs. what we wanted to hear, which ultimately helped us manage expectations, make a competitive offer, and get the perfect house. If you're looking for a realtor who gets straight to the point with none of the flash, Rick is your guy. He has also helped us screen and place tenants in our rental property. We have worked with Rick for years and will continue to do so!
Rick did such a wonderful job helping me sell my condo. He was extremely responsive and happy to answer any and all questions. He made the process seem easy and was on top of things right away! I highly recommend Santa Realty!
It's tough to put such a meaningful and positive experience into words and have them mean the same as how it all felt. I am TRULY grateful to have had the pleasure of working with Rick. He made the entire home buying process incredibly smooth and enjoyable for my family and I. Rick made us feel like family from day one, and those aren't just words I really mean that. It was honestly bitter sweet to have closed on our new home in what felt like record time, cause that meant the end of our working relationship. He is absolutely the type of guy you feel like you've known forever, even if it has only been a few short weeks. But Rick wasn't just a nice guy, he is incredibly knowledgeable in all aspects of real-estate. There was a lot of unknowns going into this new adventure, but he guided us along the way and gave us confidence that we were in good hands. I learnt a lot from him, and not just in what I needed to do to buy our home but things to keep in mind as a new homeowner after the purchase. There was a lot that needed to be done within the process, but he made everything streamlined and easy to understand. If your looking for someone who is an expert in his field and will treat you like family don't think twice in choosing Rick at Santa Realty, you won't regret it!
My husband and I were looking to move from Colorado to Connecticut, in addition to purchasing our first home- which made the selection of a realtor a crucial choice. We didnt have any friends or family in the area, so completely relied on reviews (like this one) as well as our gut feeling about realtors we considered. We are so thrilled we found Rick and Santa Realty to guide us through the largest purchase of our lives. Rick was highly knowledgeable regarding the CT market, always upfront and aEURoeto the pointaEUR? regarding any questions we had as first time home buyers, while still letting us ultimately make the decision that was right for us. We love our new home, and Ricks guidance allowed us to purchase with confidence. Were so grateful to him and the Santa Reality team!
This was the first time I've worked with Rick and it was a great experience. He jumped right in to help me find a home and I quickly felt like we were a team working on finding me the perfect home. He asked me questions to better understand what I was looking for, anticipated my needs and was in my corner the entire time. Rick is very knowledgeable, has great contacts in the business and helped with each step of the buying process. Once I found the right home, he handled everything to make sure we got through all of the inspections and repairs without me having to stress about it. I would highly recommend Rick to anyone looking for a realtor and couldn't be happier with my new home.
Rick took great care of us during a very emotional time selling our house. His open and honest communication, expert recommendations, and stellar negotiation skills were best in class. The best thing isaEUR|. He listened. We trusted him to do the best for us, and he did not disappoint. If we ever buy or sell again, we will 100% reach out to Rick. Hes a true professional and a great guy!
I found Rick by just googling realtors in my area and he had great reviews. I'm happy that I went with him for the sale of my first home. He was very knowledgeable on the entire process and was able to provide options throughout, even when we hit some hiccups. This was the first time I ever sold a house and feel like it was such a smooth process working with Rick. Anytime I had a question or concern, I could reach out to him, and he was quick with a response. Rick was able to get an offer within a week and above asking price. I would and have recommended Rick to friends and family for all their realtor and property management needs.
I have never had a better real estate experience for selling a home. Rick is an outstanding realtor who knows the business as well as, or better than, anyone. He was super helpful all through the process and was able to anticipate and explain all of the nuances. He is also an outstanding human being. Thank you Rick for a super experience, helping to get us on the path to our next chapter. Steve
Rick with Santa Realty was very professional and patient in dealing with us selling our home in this complicated market. He was there for us every step of the way, answering our questions, making suggestions and negotiating with buyers and buyers' agents. He makes sure client concerns are met. Rick knows the market and real estate business very well. We had Rick as both buyers and sellers and highly recommend him as you look for your local real estate agent.
Rick knows how to create a transaction where all parties walk away happy. He is smart, kind and he really listens - so he understands what you are looking to accomplish and the best way to get there.I had become discouraged and overwhelmed with the task of selling my house. I had seen some comments about Rick online and decided to give him a call. He picked up the phone, met me the same day and took the time to listen to my story. He spent time explaining his approach, his path to the real estate business and didnt try to aEURoesellaEUR? me.He was with me every step of the way, always available to answer any question at any time. And he went above and beyond to help me move through the process -including rolling up his sleeves (literally) to help get things done. He gave great advice and was efficient, patient and honest with me. And always with a smile which was appreciated. I cannot imagine a better experience and I am so appreciative to Rick for his patience and kindness throughout this process. I could not be happier with the outcome.
There are so many great things I can say about Rick of Santa Realty. From the moment I first contacted him, I felt comfortable and knew he was going to be my realtor. He started off asking about family, pets, career and everything in between. I have talked to other realtors who just went straight to business points and had no personality. It took a few months to find the aEURoerightaEUR? house and he helped every step of the way. I never felt like he was forcing me to choose a house I was not comfortable with. The stress of the current market was something I did not handle well and he made it possible to handle everything. There was an incident where I almost purchased a house and he read my body language, pulled me aside and assured me it is ok to walk away, and I did. I could not be happier with the service that Rick provides and glad he was a part of my house journey. I definitely will recommend Rick of Santa Realty to everyone I know and maybe for myself someday again in the future. Choose Rick of Santa Realty, you will not be disappointed!!!
Rick was an extremely professional and responsive realtor. He made both our purchasing and selling experience as stress free as it could be. He is truly a realtor that does what he says hes going to and goes the extra mile to ensure his customers needs are met. Highest recommendation to utilize Rick for your real estate needs.
We could not be more thankful that the universe sent us Rick! Wed given up on there being a aEURoeperfectaEUR? home for us, and then met Rick and everything fell into place. His calm, caring, knowledgeable approach made buying and selling achievable and easy. We truly felt cared for and safe with Rick guiding us and looking out for what was best for us. Would highly recommend Rick and Santa Realty to anyone in the market. Guaranteed you wont get better service elsewhere!
Rick Santasiere, Broker/Owner of Santa Realty, brings far more than years of experience, integrity, and passion to his clients. What sets him apart and places him on the top rung of Realtors is his dogged determination to make deals workaEUR| no matter what. When he agreed to help me sell my home, Rick dealt with every setback, every new challenge to getting the deal closed, every one of the myriad personalities who failed to live up to their responsibilities, all without ever losing sight of his commitment to excellence and a successful outcome. Rick is unquestionably that rare person you meet who proves that angels walk amongst us and makes you realize that fortune has shined upon you because he is your champion.
When my husband and I started our house search, we went to Zillow and requested a showing for a listing we were interested in seeing. The app matched us with Rick and were so lucky it did. From the initial phone call until our final walkthrough, Rick was wonderful to work with. He was incredibly insightful, patient, helpful, and truly went above and beyond throughout the process. As first-time homebuyers in this crazy market, we felt a lot of pressure and Rick made it as stress-free as possible. He took the time to research listings we wanted to see, worked around our busy schedules to get us to see as many listings as possible, and even set us up with his wife (another agent!) to see another home when he wasnt available. Talk about service! Rick helped us navigate the process and negotiate smartly. With his help, we got our first offer accepted on our dream starter home. If youre looking to buy or sell in Connecticut or Massachusetts, you absolutely will not regret working with him. We know hell be our guy whenever were ready to buy or sell again in the future.
When my husband and I started our house search, we went to Zillow and requested a showing for a listing we were interested in seeing. The app matched us with Rick and were so lucky it did. From the initial phone call until our final walkthrough, Rick was wonderful to work with. He was incredibly insightful, patient, helpful, and truly went above and beyond throughout the process. As first-time homebuyers in this crazy market, we felt a lot of pressure and Rick made it as stress-free as possible.He took the time to research listings we wanted to see, worked around our busy schedules to get us to see as many listings as possible, and even set us up with his wife (another agent!) to see another home when he wasnt available. Talk about service!Rick helped us navigate the process and negotiate smartly. With his help, we got our first offer accepted on our dream starter home. If youre looking to buy or sell in Connecticut or Massachusetts, you absolutely will not regret working with him. We know hell be our guy whenever were ready to buy or sell again in the future.
Rick was truly great, he helped my wife and I accomplish a dream we had envisioned for a long time. My wife and I were both first time home buyers and got paired with Rick through one of the many real-estate apps we were using to look for homes. Immediately meeting Rick we noticed his down to earth vibe, he didnt make us feel intimidated or ignorant for not being familiar with the home buying process. At a time when the market was at its craziest he was very patient, we must've seen 20 houses together before finding the one and he was always willing to meet us and answer any questions. Most importantly he never made us feel pressured, he wanted us to be truly happy in the home we purchased and didnt want us to get screwed either. We also appreciated the people he linked us with. Our closing attorney, inspector, and lender were all recommended by Rick and all exceeded expectations. Everyone speaks about how stressful the home buying process is and although it certainly can be, Rick definitely made the process easier. Can't thank him enough.
Rick was such a pleasure to work with! He is extremely professional, knowledgeable, attentive, and responsive to his clients needs. Rick made the process of buying our first home seamless and stress free. I would highly recommend Santa Realty to anyone looking for a 10/10 experience.
Santa Realty was great to work with! Rick was very easy to communicate with and always available to answer any questions we had during the process of selling our home. I would highly recommend Rick and Santa Realty to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!
We used Santa Realty to sell our home. Rick was great to work with! Very responsive and was flexible to work around our schedule. He was knowledgeable about the homes in our market and took time to answer all of our questions. Rick was able to get our house under agreement within four days! The transaction went flawlessly and on schedule.
Rick is truly a professional in every sense of the word! He went above and beyond from start to finish with my house hunting needs! Always available for questions! I would recommend him to everyone I know!Hes the best!
I highly recommend Rick and Santa Realty. My family moved from Florida and was unable to visit our prospective homes in person. Rick went out of his way to make sure that all of our questions were answered and was very fast and responsive in setting up our showings. This was a must in a competitive housing market! Rick is extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of the home buying process, has a deep knowledge of the homes themselves, and works very well with loan officers, attorneys, home inspectors, etc. I cannot recommend Rick and Santa Realty enough.
It is quite a daunting task to find a home out of state during a pandemic. However, Rick made the process not only easy but enjoyable! He advocated for us at every step and went above and beyond from start to finish. We will recommend Rick and Santa Realty to anyone looking for a realtor. We found our dream home and it was a super easy process thanks to Rick!
If you want someone who will go to bat for you, will listen to all of your questions and concerns and will ALWAYS get back to you in a timely manner then Rick is your guy!!!! Couldn't ask for a better realtor!!!!
Great to work with and will do anything he can to help make the process as easy as possible. This was my second time using him for the sale and purchase of my home and would use him again.
Rick helped us buy our first home. When me and fiancee told him we wanted this house he made it happen. We had to get aggressive because the market was so hot but Rick came through for us. He is very responsive and educated us along the way so he wants you to understand , not just buy/sell a home blindly. Thank you Rick
I found Santa Realty by searching for the listing agent of a house that recently sold in my mothers neighborhood. From the beginning, I knew Id made the right call. Rick took time out of his family vacation to speak to me as I had recently lost my mother and needed to sell her home, the home my brother, sister and I grew up in. To complicate matters, I live out of state. Ricks understanding of the changing market and his ability to sort through more than 20 offers to identify the best opportunities made this difficult process so much easier. Not only was everything handled professionally and efficiently, Rick showed so much compassion and care every step of the way. The day before the closing, Rick offered to walk through the property while on FaceTime with me so I could say goodbye to my childhood home, even walking through the wooded area behind the home where we played as children. It was more than a kind gesture, it was an act of love. I will cherish that memory forever. Clearly, Rick and his team have a passion for this work, for helping families find the home of their dreams and helping others let go of the homes of our childhoods. I highly recommend Rick Santasiere and the whole team at Santa Realty. We are forever grateful.Cathy Farrell PetersCleveland, Ohio
very professional . he knows exactly what he is doing.replying in seconds.I felt he is working in the bestof my interest. great gob Richard thanks so much
Rick from Santa Realty is amazing! He put my moms home on the market on Wednesday and we were signing papers that Monday. So fast! He was able to get an extremely good price for the property and my mom and I were both very pleased. This was the 5th time that someone in our immediate family has used Rick as a realtor and every time he was amazing! I highly recommend him for his diligence, knowledge, truthfulness and just plain heck of a nice guy!
Rick was very professional, and knowledgeable about the process of selling a house, from providing suggestions on how to present the property in the best light to being available to answer any questions I had. He is obviously very enthusiastic about his work, and inspired a sense of trust.
Rick was great to work with while selling our condo, he was honest and was not a salesman and let us sell on our terms and timeline. Highly recommend and will be using him again in the future.
Rick was fantastic! My wife and I reside out of state and we were concerned about selling our CT condo. Rick was definitely the agent for the job. He was courteous, professional and extremely responsive. Rick sold our condo quickly and at the price we needed. If you are looking at buying or selling in the East Granby area, you wont go wrong in choosing Rick.
We signed on with Rick to find a house during an incredibly hot housing market in Connecticut. He was at all points friendly, knowledgeable, responsive, patient, and filled with expertise at his craft. He knew which people to call for immediate assistance with a variety of concerns, and he himself was remarkably easy to get a hold of, and was always quick to respond. He worked as part of a group of people who in essence provided soup-to-nuts service, all the way from the first house viewing to closing day. He, and the professionals with whom he worked, were outstanding throughout what was really quite a trying experience, not because of them, but because of real estate market conditions. In fact, Rick and his fellow group of professionals made a very difficult house hunting process manageable.
We were very fortunate to have Rick as our Realtor when we moved to Connecticut. This was our first time buying a home and Rick did everything in his might to not only get us the house that we fell in love with but he made the experience a pleasant one. Rick is very professional and driven! His mentorship, knowledge, honesty and hard work ethic is very much respected and appreciated. His passion towards helping people buy or sell a home is out of this world! We have never met a realtor like Rick! He is always available and very responsive. When it was time for us to buy a home we wanted to find someone we could trust. From the beginning of the process Rick was by our side and made everything happen very quickly. Rick not only is our realtor but he became our Friend and we are forever grateful to have met him. He has truly gone above and beyond for our family and we would recommend him to anyone who is looking to buy/sell a home! Thank you Rick, God Bless you Brotha!
What I liked most about Rick was he saw me as a person and not just a sale. Dont get me wrong he did a great job selling my house and assisting with everything involved. The best part was how personable he was, he got to know me, understand my needs, helped explain things and was always there from beginning to end. Very happy I chose Rick to sell my house.