Melissa DeSantis

The Real Brokerage REAL Brokerage, LLC

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

About
Hi, I’m Melissa DeSantis, Broker Associate and Managing Broker of the Freehold Branch of REAL Broker and a top Monmouth County Realtor. For 19 years, I’ve helped buyers and sellers across Freehold, Manalapan, Marlboro, Morganville, Colts Neck, Holmdel, Howell, and surrounding towns move with confidence.

With over 450 homes sold and $220M+ in production, I bring proven results, strategic pricing, and high-impact digital marketing to every listing.

I specialize in downsizing, luxury home sales, divorce transitions, and relocation throughout Monmouth County. My five-step Next Chapter Blueprint provides a clear plan from preparation and positioning to negotiation and closing.

If you're searching for the best Realtor in Monmouth County, you deserve experience, strategy, and a trusted partner every step of the way.
Highlights *
76
Recent sales
$39K - $2.23M
Price range
$798K
Median price
20
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
67 Crest Dr
Howell, NJ 07731
11/4/2026 $569,000 Seller
321 Tulip Ln
Freehold, NJ 07728
10/19/2026 $387,500 Seller
200 Aimee Dr
Freehold, NJ 07728
9/30/2026 $1,470,000 Seller
407 Vassar Dr
Freehold, NJ 07728
9/25/2026 $1,095,000 Seller
109 Kentucky Way
Freehold, NJ 07728
9/21/2026 $675,000 Seller

Transaction History *

Seller Deals

Total Deals
54
Total Value
$44,430,652
Median Sale Price
$787,000
Price Range
$70K - $1.64M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
22
Total Value
$20,649,799
Median Sale Price
$971,000
Price Range
$39K - $2.23M

Sales Volume Timeline

Melissa DeSantis’s production volume for the past 3 year period Q1 ’24 Q1 2024 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2024): $4.7M Q2 ’24 Q2 2024 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2024): $6.4M Q3 ’24 Q3 2024 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2024): $7.8M Q4 ’24 Q4 2024 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2024): $4.2M Q1 ’25 Q1 2025 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2025): $3.7M Q2 ’25 Q2 2025 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2025): $5.3M Q3 ’25 Q3 2025 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2025): $6.9M Q4 ’25 Q4 2025 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2025): $3.2M Q1 ’26 Q1 2026 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2026): $3.6M Q2 ’26 Q2 2026 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2026): $5.6M Q3 ’26 Q3 2026 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026): $9.6M Q1 2024 Total Sales $4.7M Q2 2024 Total Sales $6.4M Q3 2024 Total Sales $7.8M Q4 2024 Total Sales $4.2M Q1 2025 Total Sales $3.7M Q2 2025 Total Sales $5.3M Q3 2025 Total Sales $6.9M Q4 2025 Total Sales $3.2M Q1 2026 Total Sales $3.6M Q2 2026 Total Sales $5.6M Q3 2026 Total Sales $9.6M

Sales volume is shown for complete quarters only.

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (116)

Reviewers say

Reviewers consistently praise Melissa’s local market knowledge, prompt communication, honesty, patience, and professionalism. Many say she listens without pressure, advocates for their needs, and guides transactions with care, helping make buying or selling feel smoother and less stressful.

mrmrskcruz
Oct 21, 2026

We are delighted to recommend Melissa DeSantis for her exceptional professionalism, expertise, and guidance throughout the sale of our home. From our initial consultation through closing, Melissa managed every detail with care, precision, and unwavering dedication.

Her in-depth knowledge of the market, strategic approach, and thoughtful attention to our goals gave us complete confidence throughout the process. Melissa communicated clearly and consistently, responded promptly to every question, and ensured we remained informed and comfortable at every stage of the transaction.

What impressed us most was Melissa’s genuine commitment to our best interests. She approached the sale with integrity, discretion, and professionalism while providing the personalized service and reassurance that made the experience seamless and far less stressful than we anticipated.

Melissa’s diligence, market insight, and commitment to excellence exceeded our expectations. We are sincerely grateful for her guidance and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone considering buying or selling a home.

If you are seeking a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dedicated real estate professional who delivers an exceptional standard of service, Melissa DeSantis is an outstanding choice. She is truly a five-star agent, and her clients are fortunate to have her representation.

Ken & Nina Cruz
Freehold NJ

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Marjorie Nubile
Oct 9, 2026

Working with Melissa DeSantis was an absolute dream from start to finish. She was with us every single step of the way during the sale of our home, bringing incredible professionalism, deep local knowledge, and invaluable expertise to every single meeting and appointment. She made what could have been a stressful selling process completely seamless!

As if selling our home so effortlessly wasn't enough, Melissa went above and beyond to make sure we found the perfect house to rent down the shore. She truly cares about her clients and listens to their needs. If you are looking for a top-tier broker who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and always in your corner, look no further than Melissa!

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nmepappas
Sep 16, 2026

We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor than Melissa to help us purchase our first home! After months of searching, countless showings, and all the ups and downs that come with buying a home, Melissa was there for us every step of the way. She was patient, responsive, knowledgeable, and truly took the time to understand what we were looking for. We never felt rushed or pressured, and we always knew she had our best interests at heart.

What makes it even more special is how full circle this experience has been. Years ago, I was Melissa’s kids’ preschool teacher, and now, all these years later, she helped my husband and me reach one of the biggest milestones of our lives — becoming first-time homeowners!

We are so grateful for everything Melissa did to guide us, advocate for us, and ultimately help us find our home. Having someone we already knew and trusted by our side made the experience that much more meaningful. We couldn’t recommend Melissa enough!

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Tom Prugno
Jun 11, 2026

Melissa was great from the start providing insight into our home market. The process began with backgorund and education and quickly moved into the marketing phase with pictures, videos, and presence on various websites. Then the fun began. We had multiple offers significatnly above asking price within a few days. That is when the real work began where she managed communication and negotiations with various parties. In the end it worked out better than planned. I would highly recommend Melissa. Her communication and follow through is excellent and she knows the marketplace.

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Laura Halle
Jun 2, 2026

Melissa assisted me six years ago when buying my home and I had such a wonderful experience that I asked her to sell my home this year and Melissa did an outstanding job and was so knowledgeable. She took her time with explaining everything and I am so happy to have her during this process. Best around town!

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Professional Info

Brokerage

The Real Brokerage REAL Brokerage, LLC
218 Schanck Road
Freehold, NJ 07728

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
NJ 571006

Specialties

  • Age-restricted communities
  • Luxury properties
  • Relocation

Designations

  • CDPE
  • CMRS
  • SRS

Education

Rider University
Bachelor’s Degree, Communications

Top Cities *

Freehold

  • 39 sales past 3 years
  • 63 days on market
  • $829K median price

Manalapan

  • 10 sales past 3 years
  • 95 days on market
  • $729K median price

Howell

  • 7 sales past 3 years
  • 37 days on market
  • $600K median price

*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.