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 12 Greenwich Park #1, Boston, MA 02118
1 / 18
Active
Open

$2,195,000

12 Greenwich Park #1, Boston, MA 02118

3 bds
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3 ba
|
1502 sqft
MLS® 73553078Condominium
MGS Group Real Estate LTD - Mark Ruane
Property at 41 Gleason St, Boston, MA 02121
1 / 42
Active

$1,225,000

41 Gleason St, Boston, MA 02121

8 bds
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4 ba
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3613 sqft
MLS® 735255772 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Coldwell Banker Realty - Canton - Cori Daddabbo
Property at 201 Newbury St #506, Boston, MA 02116
1 / 41
Active
Open

$2,449,990

201 Newbury St #506, Boston, MA 02116

2 bds
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3 ba
|
1314 sqft
MLS® 73553057Condominium
Compass - Jonathon Curley
Property at 50 Battery St #103-104, Boston, MA 02109
1 / 39
Active

$5,650,000

50 Battery St #103-104, Boston, MA 02109

4 bds
|
5 ba
|
3700 sqft
MLS® 73487799Condominium
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty - Laureen Hadley
Property at 286 Beacon Street #8, Boston, MA 02116
1 / 17
Active
Open

$1,350,000

286 Beacon Street #8, Boston, MA 02116

1 bds
|
1 ba
|
950 sqft
MLS® 73552961Condominium
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge - Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Property at 42 Atherton St., Boston, MA 02119
1 / 33
Active
Open

$1,949,999

42 Atherton St., Boston, MA 02119

6 bds
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5 ba
|
3410 sqft
MLS® 73524074Single Family Residence
Compass - Aidan Flanagan
Property at 42 Atherton St., Boston, MA 02119
1 / 33
Active
Open

$1,949,999

42 Atherton St., Boston, MA 02119

6 bds
|
5 ba
|
3410 sqft
MLS® 73524076Multi Family
Compass - Aidan Flanagan
Property at 43 Westland Ave #712, Boston, MA 02115
1 / 29
Active

$1,875,000

43 Westland Ave #712, Boston, MA 02115

2 bds
|
3 ba
|
1461 sqft
MLS® 73549629Condominium
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston - Joe Deangelo
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