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.