Melissa Harris is a trusted real estate broker, listing advisor, and new construction specialist serving clients throughout the Greater Seattle Area, King County, and Pierce County. With more than 12 years of experience and over $130 million in career sales, Melissa has built her business on strategic guidance, skilled negotiation, thoughtful marketing, and a deep understanding of what it takes to successfully prepare, position, and sell a home.
Based in West Seattle and Bonney Lake, Melissa brings a well rounded and highly strategic perspective to every transaction. She has extensive experience representing sellers, buyers, builders, and developers, with a strong focus on residential resale listings, land development, and new construction sales. Since 2018, she has been involved in more than 23 new construction projects ranging from smaller boutique projects of 2 to 3 homes to larger scale developments of up to 15 homes.
As a developer herself, Melissa offers a level of insight that extends far beyond traditional brokerage. She understands the full lifecycle of a property from acquisition and feasibility to design, construction, marketing, negotiation, and resale. This hands on experience allows her to advise clients with clarity, confidence, and a sharp eye for value. Sellers benefit from her ability to identify a home's strongest selling points, create customized marketing strategies, and position properties to attract the right buyers in today's market.
Known for her professionalism, market expertise, and elevated client service, Melissa has earned a reputation as a trusted listing advisor who guides clients through important real estate decisions with confidence and care. She prides herself on providing data driven advisory, strategic market insight, and the highest level of service to every client she represents. From pricing strategy and property preparation to marketing, negotiation, and closing, Melissa and her team are committed to ensuring every client feels informed, supported, and well represented from start to finish.
Melissa's experience in new construction and development also makes her a valuable partner for builders, investors, and clients exploring land or development opportunities. She collaborates closely with builders, architects, designers, and homeowners to create thoughtful strategies that align with market demand and maximize value. As an Associate Member of the Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Counties, Melissa stays closely connected to the industry and brings current market insight, strong relationships, and practical experience to every project.
Melissa is also deeply committed to giving back to the community. She serves on the Board of Directors for WestSide Baby, regularly volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, and supports Giveback Homes, reflecting her passion for helping children, families, and communities throughout the region.
Outside of real estate, Melissa is a proud mom of two and a lifelong dancer who continues to perform in tap, jazz, and contemporary dance. She loves traveling, enjoys bringing people together, and is proudly known by friends and clients as the "Queen of Happy Hour." Melissa brings energy, authenticity, and enthusiasm into every aspect of her life and business, and she genuinely loves helping clients navigate one of the most important investments they will ever make.
Whether you are selling, buying, building, or developing, Melissa Harris brings the experience, strategy, and trusted team approach needed to help clients move forward with confidence.