Hi, I'm Melissa DeSantis!
Passionate about real estate, my mission is to provide honest, reliable advice, guide you through your home purchase or sale journey, and help you achieve your financial and family goals. Working with you, I'll strive to provide an EXCEPTIONAL customer experience with INTEGRITY, PASSION, and DEDICATION.

 

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 $220M+ 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.

 

MY STORY
A less-than-ideal experience of selling my own home and buying a new one in 2005 sparked my career in real estate. I decided it was time to provide people with far better service and results than what was out there. So, I got my license and started to help families like yours reach their financial and family goals. With years of dedication, a unique skill set, and a results-driven attitude, I can provide you with an outstanding real estate experience that leads to success!

 

Fast forward many years, and I'm proud to be a full-time Broker Associate and the Managing Broker of the Freehold Real Broker Branch Office in Monmouth County, NJ. I love being able to pursue my passion while making your real estate dreams come true!