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Melissa Gates

5.0stars, 6 Reviews
The Bryant Group
132 Closed Sales
$61M Total Value
$85K - $3.5M Price Range
$462.3K Average Price
Prior 5 years

About Melissa

As Managing Broker and Partner of The Bryant Group, I proudly serve clients throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, and the greater Hampton Roads area. I provide strategic guidance, skilled negotiation, and a client-first approach designed to help you achieve your real estate goals with confidence.

Real estate is more than buying and selling homes it's about protecting one of the most important financial investments you'll ever make. My commitment is to provide honest advice, clear communication, innovative marketing, and exceptional service throughout every stage of the transaction. Sellers benefit from proven pricing strategies, professional marketing, and maximum exposure, while buyers gain an experienced advocate who understands the local market and negotiates aggressively on their behalf.

Beyond serving my clients, I am deeply committed to advancing the real estate profession and protecting the interests of homeowners across Hampton Roads. I am honored to serve as the 2026 Vice President of the Hampton Roads REALTORS® Association (HRRA), as a **member of the HRRA Board of Directors**, where I help shape the future of our local REALTOR® community. I also serve on several association committees dedicated to professionalism, ethics, advocacy, and strengthening our industry through leadership, education, and community involvement. These leadership roles keep me at the forefront of industry trends, legislative changes, professional standards, and market developments allowing me to bring valuable insight and expertise to every client I represent.

My dedication to excellence has been recognized through industry awards and leadership opportunities, but my greatest accomplishment is earning the trust of the clients, families, and professionals who continue to refer their friends and loved ones to me.

Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or simply exploring your options, I would be honored to be your trusted real estate advisor. Let's make your next move your best move.
Home Types: House, Townhouse, Condo, MultiFamily, Lot/Land
Years of Experience: 8

Transaction History

Seller Deals

Total Deals 16
Total Value $7,812,000
Average Sale Price $488,250
Price Range $199K - $1.2M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals 17
Total Value $9,566,400
Average Sale Price $562,729
Price Range $205K - $2M

Production Over Time

1 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals 30
Total Value $13,205,800
Average Sale Price $440,193
Price Range $85K - $1.2M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals 33
Total Value $19,554,300
Average Sale Price $592,555
Price Range $205K - $2.8M

Production Over Time

2 Year View by Quarter

Seller Deals

Total Deals 62
Total Value $23,775,400
Average Sale Price $383,474
Price Range $85K - $1.2M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals 70
Total Value $37,251,900
Average Sale Price $532,170
Price Range $188K - $3.5M

Production Over Time

5 Year View

Melissa's Listings and Deals

Awards and Designations

  • NAR - National Association of Realtors
  • ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
  • CBR - Certified Buyer Representative
  • LHC - Luxury Homes Certification
  • RENE - Real Estate Negotiation Expert
  • SFR - Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource

Other Experience

First Time Homebuyers, Investments, Military Families, Veteran's Programs, Senior Communities, Short Sales, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Distressed Properties, Foreclosures

Melissa's Reviews

5.0stars, 6 Reviews

1/20/23Danielle Sykes

Google Review

Where do I begin?! I have used Melissa on my last two homes(buying and selling), also helped my Fiancée sell his home, and more recently helped both of us find our Forever Home. Melissa is dedicated to her career and will be very truthful and honest along the way. I first met Melissa in 2018 when she helped sell my first home. I’ve watched her build her own empire with great colleagues I’ve also known for some years now. You will not be disappointed! This is more than a realtor/client relationship, I have gained an amazing women in my life. Melissa knows what she is doing! I’ll forever be grateful for what she has Personally done for me and my boys and now Fiancée. This women deserves an award and all the recognition in the world.

1/19/23Kevin Lensink

Google Review

Phenomenal realtor with the drive and experience to get you into the home of your dreams! Melissa is beyond amazing and is the truest of professionals. I highly recommend her to anyone.

11/24/21Francesca Martel

Google Review

Melissa was absolutely amazing! She helped us find our first home in no time and offered so much great advice along the way. Buying a house is a stressful process, especially for first time home buyers and she could not have made this experience any easier for us. She worked so hard to find exactly what we asked for and choosing her as a realtor was the best decision we could have made!

Agent License: Virginia #0225238250 North Carolina #350470
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Melissa Gates