Born in Thousand Oaks, California, Melanie Gniewek was raised in a family that made the world their home. From the Philippines to Samoa, Singapore, and Hawai’i, her global upbringing instilled in her integrity, adaptability, and a deep passion for helping people navigate life’s most meaningful transitions.

Today, Melanie proudly calls Virginia Beach home, specializing in serving families across the Hampton Roads region. As a U.S. Army and Air Force Veteran and a proud active-duty Navy wife, Melanie brings unwavering commitment, resilience, and meticulous attention to detail to every client she serves. She understands first-hand the unique challenges military families face — whether it’s PCSing, planting long-term roots, or strategically turning your next home into the foundation of a rental portfolio for future wealth-building.

Melanie helps her clients see real estate not just as shelter, but as a powerful asset — showing them how to transform each relocation into an opportunity to build lasting financial security. Clients appreciate that she has walked in their shoes, and brings both practical experience and creative solutions to every transaction.

Melanie holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, which sharpens her ability to navigate contracts, negotiations, and complex transactions with confidence and precision. Clients often describe her as a “shark of a negotiator” — a reputation backed by years of successful outcomes. Prior to entering real estate, Melanie led research and development for a marketing company, where she mastered the art of positioning properties to speak directly to their ideal buyers. Combined with her passion for real estate investing and renovation, this gives her clients a competitive edge in today’s market.

Since becoming a REALTOR®, Melanie has helped hundreds of families — from luxury buyers to military relocations and first-time homeowners — turn their real estate goals into reality. Her clients consistently praise her ability to create harmonious transactions, solve problems before they arise, and negotiate terms others thought impossible.

When not writing comps or negotiating deals, Melanie can be found deepening her community connections at charity events, exploring the natural beauty of Coastal Virginia, or getting lost in a good museum.

Melanie isn’t just passionate about real estate — she’s passionate about helping you love where you live, and leverage where you live.