Melissa James, Broker / REALTOR®
Serving the Piedmont Triad, NC, I have the knowledge, resources, and unwavering dedication to help you navigate the real estate market with confidence.
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Melissa James did an extraordinary job helping me through the sale of my late father’s home in Winston-Salem. What she provided went far beyond a normal real estate transaction. She brought professionalism, steadiness, strategic guidance, and kindness through every stage of a very emotional and complex estate process. Melissa coordinated vendors, painters, cleaners, junk removal, showings, inspections, and repairs, often handling things personally that honestly felt more like something family would do than a realtor. What impressed me most was her consistency and calm. No drama, no pressure — just thoughtful guidance, responsiveness, and genuine care. She helped us position and market the property beautifully, and within the first 48 hours we had tremendous activity and multiple offers. Melissa understands that real estate is not just about houses. Sometimes it is about helping people navigate transition, grief, logistics, uncertainty, and decision-making all at once. She handled all of it with grace and professionalism. I’m deeply grateful for her help and I believe anyone working with Melissa will quickly understand why she is so respected and successful at what she does.
Melissa James is a fantastic real estate agent. Super responsive and understanding - a great support for a first time home buyer. Her entire team was incredible and I would heartily recommend her for your real estate needs.
Melissa James walked us through the process of selling home in NC while we were moving across the country and buying a home in another state all while changing jobs. Great communication and compassion for the process. Highly recommend! Melissa is a calming presence in what can sometimes be a confusing and stressful process and we are forever grateful. ❤️
Melissa James is a delight to work with. She has sold two of our homes and helped us on the purchase of another. She is the consummate professional and is always responsive, reasonable, and a voice of wisdom. We are delighted our paths crossed with hers.
Our experience with Melissa was above and beyond exceptional. She is unbelievably hardworking, caring, responsive and made our whole experience which is one of the most stressful things in life to move, an absolute delight and reassured us and guided us along the way. Even after closing she continues to help us with our needs . I have never in all my moving experiences ever come across a top notch realtor and person better than Melissa. Everyone should use Melissa for their real estate needs because she will take care of you . Thank you Melissa for being our realtor and friend I hope for life. X
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332 Grandview Dr, Winston-Salem
Classic brick ranch with 4 main level bedrooms in West Highlands/Buena Vista. Step inside to see the inviting and bright living room with wood burning fireplace, dedicated dining room, a cozy den with a wood stove and built in desk, large kitchen with access to the sunny enclosed patio, and hardwood floors throughout. Downstairs you will find a large recreation/bonus room, a half bath with additional laundry connections, and great storage in the remaining basement and garage. Outside there is an enormous detached 3 bay garage with room enough for an RV and extra storage in the loft area.
My Preferred Local Lenders I highly recommend these local lending experts and I am proud to work with each of them. They provide outstanding, professional service.
Sarah Pingho Faude Movement Mortgage
Loan Officer | NMLS: 84047
Ashley McKenzie-Sharpe Highlands Residential Mortgage
Branch Manager | NMLS# 100776
Christy Roels Mortgage Solutions
Loan Originator | NMLS: 461898
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