Hero Real Estate

Boston, MA | Trusted Advisor

Patient, strategic representation across Boston and the western suburbs—from first tour to closing day.

A Clear Plan. A Calm Process.

A Clear Plan. A Calm Process.

Real estate in Greater Boston moves fast—but your decisions shouldn’t feel rushed. I’m here to bring structure, strategy, and steady communication to every step, so you always know what’s happening and what comes next. Whether you’re buying your first home in Somerville, upsizing in Newton or Needham, or selling a condo in Boston or Brookline, you’ll get guidance that’s honest, detailed, and tailored to your goals—not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Local Insight That Shows Up in the Details

From pricing and negotiation to neighborhood-by-neighborhood nuances, I help you make confident decisions with real context—not guesswork.

Pricing & Valuation Strategy

A thoughtful pricing plan based on real comps, demand, and neighborhood-specific buyer behavior.

Buyer Representation

Tour planning, offer strategy, negotiation, and closing coordination—built to keep you confident throughout.

Neighborhood Expertise

Guidance across Boston plus Newton, Needham, Brookline, Wellesley, and Somerville with hyper-local context.

Clear Communication

Fast, direct updates so you always know the plan, the options, and the next step.

From Search to Keys (and Beyond)

From Search to Keys (and Beyond)

My process is designed to feel straightforward from day one. We start with a quick strategy conversation, then I build a plan around your timeline, budget, and must-haves. Buyers get a clear showing approach, smart offer strategy, and hands-on support through inspections and closing. Sellers get a tailored pricing and prep plan, strong marketing, and negotiation focused on protecting your bottom line. Throughout it all, you’ll get fast responses, practical advice, and a steady advocate at the table.

Areas We Serve

Browse listings and explore neighborhood guides across the communities we know best.

Homes for sale in Boston, MA

Boston, MA

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Homes for sale in Brookline, MA

Brookline, MA

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Homes for sale in Needham, MA

Needham, MA

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Homes for sale in Newton, MA

Newton, MA

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Homes for sale in Somerville, MA

Somerville, MA

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Homes for sale in Wellesley, MA

Wellesley, MA

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Homes for sale in Boston

Featured listings currently on the market

Property at 352 Marlborough St, Boston, MA 02115
1 / 15
Active

$8,995,000

352 Marlborough St, Boston, MA 02115

4 bds
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7 ba
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4519 sqft
MLS® 73479490Single Family Residence
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty - Michael Carucci
Property at 16 Harcourt St #9G, Boston, MA 02116
1 / 35
Active

$1,795,000

16 Harcourt St #9G, Boston, MA 02116

2 bds
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2 ba
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1263 sqft
MLS® 73551558Stock Cooperative
Sprogis & Neale Real Estate - Sprogis Neale Doherty Team
Property at 10 Auckland Street, Boston, MA 02125
1 / 5
Active

$1,549,499

10 Auckland Street, Boston, MA 02125

6 bds
|
3 ba
|
4157 sqft
MLS® 735393373 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Olde Towne Real Estate Co. - Dennis M. Conway
Property at 257 Market Street #RB, Boston, MA 02135
1 / 25
Active

$1,365,000

257 Market Street #RB, Boston, MA 02135

3 bds
|
4 ba
|
2164 sqft
MLS® 73548971Condominium
Century 21 Mario Real Estate - Thomas Mario
Property at 24 Sigourney St #2, Boston, MA 02130
1 / 40
Active

$2,295,000

24 Sigourney St #2, Boston, MA 02130

5 bds
|
4 ba
|
4833 sqft
MLS® 73529443Condominium
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty - Max Dublin Team
Property at 237 Bunker Hill St #237, Boston, MA 02129
1 / 35
Active
Open

$2,199,000

237 Bunker Hill St #237, Boston, MA 02129

3 bds
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3 ba
|
2689 sqft
MLS® 73552745Condominium
Columbus and Over Group, LLC - Kerry D'Ambroise
Property at 51 North Margin St #uph4, Boston, MA 02113
1 / 18
Active

$2,399,000

51 North Margin St #uph4, Boston, MA 02113

3 bds
|
2 ba
|
2150 sqft
MLS® 73551138Condominium
eXp Realty - Tammy Dimarzio
Property at 580 Washington St #1501, Boston, MA 02111
1 / 28
Active

$1,749,000

580 Washington St #1501, Boston, MA 02111

3 bds
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2 ba
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1478 sqft
MLS® 73516625Condominium
First Boston Realty International - Brett Derocker
10+ years
Experience
$150M+
Sales Volume
150+
Transaction Count
$700K - $2.3M
Avg Price

Client Stories, Real Results

The best feedback I receive is that clients felt informed, supported, and genuinely taken care of—especially when the stakes were high.

"Melanie was great to work with! She is extremely knowledgeable about the home buying process which was helpful for us as first time buyers. She was also very patient with us during the search given what was available on the market at the time and what we were looking for. Melanie was easy to talk to..."

Verified Google ReviewJun 2026

"Exceptional in every capacity! Melanie was truly our strategic advisor throughout the entire journey, always keeping us in the loop and telling us exactly what we needed to hear. Her communication, understanding, and professionalism are unmatched. She was incredibly prompt and so proactive it felt l..."

Verified Google ReviewJun 2026

"Melanie is the best and was truly the best resource for my husband and I when navigating the ins and outs of purchasing our home, especially as first-time homebuyers! We had so many moments when we could've put in an offer, or we could've settled for less, but Melanie did not allow that to happen. W..."

Verified Google ReviewApr 2026