
Compass

66
Closed Sales
$124.3M
Total Value
$430K - $18M
Price Range
$1.9M
Average Price
Prior 5 years
About Melissa
Real estate is about more than square footage; it is about the people living within it. Since becoming a licensed real estate agent in Los Angeles in 2009, I have built a business based on a single guiding principle: Every client deserves a luxury experience, regardless of price point.
A Foundation Built on Experience (1994–Present)
My journey began in Michigan in 1994, where I worked as a second-generation real estate professional and licensed Custom Home Builder in the family business. While I no longer build homes, that technical background gave me a deep appreciation for property mechanics and a work ethic grounded in accountability. When I moved to Los Angeles, I brought those Midwestern values with me: transparency, patience, and unwavering honesty.
From First Keys to Luxury Estates
I take great pride in the diversity of my clientele. I work with a wide range of individuals, from first-time homebuyers navigating their very first escrow to seasoned investors and luxury clients acquiring significant estates.
* For the Luxury Client: I offer discretion, strategic negotiation, and a nuanced understanding of the high-end market's unique contractual demands.
* For the First-Time Buyers and Sellers: I offer patience, education, and a steady hand to guide you through the process.
Relocation Specialist: Into, Out of, and Around LA
Moving across the street is stressful; moving across the country is a life event. I specialize in the logistics of transition. Whether you are relocating into Los Angeles for a new career, moving out of the state for a fresh start, or simply moving around the city to a new neighborhood, I act as your strategic partner. I understand the timelines, the pressures, and the importance of landing softly.
Power in the Contract
I believe that knowledge is power, and there is power in the contract. My job is to ensure you are the most informed person in the transaction. I operate with a strong moral compass, ensuring that whether you are buying a starter home or selling a luxury compound, your interests are protected by ironclad strategy.
A Foundation Built on Experience (1994–Present)
My journey began in Michigan in 1994, where I worked as a second-generation real estate professional and licensed Custom Home Builder in the family business. While I no longer build homes, that technical background gave me a deep appreciation for property mechanics and a work ethic grounded in accountability. When I moved to Los Angeles, I brought those Midwestern values with me: transparency, patience, and unwavering honesty.
From First Keys to Luxury Estates
I take great pride in the diversity of my clientele. I work with a wide range of individuals, from first-time homebuyers navigating their very first escrow to seasoned investors and luxury clients acquiring significant estates.
* For the Luxury Client: I offer discretion, strategic negotiation, and a nuanced understanding of the high-end market's unique contractual demands.
* For the First-Time Buyers and Sellers: I offer patience, education, and a steady hand to guide you through the process.
Relocation Specialist: Into, Out of, and Around LA
Moving across the street is stressful; moving across the country is a life event. I specialize in the logistics of transition. Whether you are relocating into Los Angeles for a new career, moving out of the state for a fresh start, or simply moving around the city to a new neighborhood, I act as your strategic partner. I understand the timelines, the pressures, and the importance of landing softly.
Power in the Contract
I believe that knowledge is power, and there is power in the contract. My job is to ensure you are the most informed person in the transaction. I operate with a strong moral compass, ensuring that whether you are buying a starter home or selling a luxury compound, your interests are protected by ironclad strategy.
Home Types:
Townhouse, House, Condo, MultiFamily, Co-op
Years of Experience:
17
Transaction History
- 1 Year
- 2 Year
- 5 Year
Neighborhoods Melissa is Experienced In
Melissa's Listings and Deals
Melissa's Open Houses
Melissa's Active Listings
Recently Sold
Awards and Designations
- NAR - National Association of Realtors
Other Experience
First Time Home Buyers, Luxury Homes, New Construction
Homes for Sale by City
- Newest Listings in Culver City
- Newest Listings in Woodland Hills
- Newest Listings in Santa Monica
- Newest Listings in Playa Vista
- Newest Listings in Crenshaw
- Newest Listings in Beverly Hills
- Newest Listings in Playa Del Rey
- Newest Listings in Venice
- Newest Listings in Marina Del Rey
- Newest Listings in View Park-Windsor Hills
- Newest Listings in Bradley International
- Newest Listings in Bicentennial
- Newest Listings in Barrington
- Newest Listings in Inglewood
- Newest Listings in West Hollywood
- Newest Listings in Sanford
- Newest Listings in Pacific Palisades
- Newest Listings in Torrance
- New Homes in Culver City
- New Homes in Woodland Hills
- New Homes in Santa Monica
- New Homes in Playa Vista
- New Homes in Crenshaw
- New Homes in Beverly Hills
- New Homes in Playa Del Rey
- New Homes in Venice
- New Homes in Marina Del Rey
- New Homes in View Park-Windsor Hills
- New Homes in Bradley International
- New Homes in Bicentennial
- New Homes in Barrington
- New Homes in Inglewood
- New Homes in West Hollywood
- New Homes in Sanford
- New Homes in Pacific Palisades
- New Homes in Torrance
- New Communities in Culver City
- New Communities in Woodland Hills
- New Communities in Santa Monica
- New Communities in Playa Vista
- New Communities in Crenshaw
- New Communities in Beverly Hills
- New Communities in Playa Del Rey
- New Communities in Venice
- New Communities in Marina Del Rey
- New Communities in View Park-Windsor Hills
- New Communities in Bradley International
- New Communities in Bicentennial
- New Communities in Barrington
- New Communities in Inglewood
- New Communities in West Hollywood
- New Communities in Sanford
- New Communities in Pacific Palisades
- New Communities in Torrance