Hero Real Estate

Brookline, MA Realtor | Buyer & Seller Specialist

I'm Alex Santiago — a trusted Realtor helping buyers and sellers navigate real estate with confidence across Brookline, Newton, Boston, Cambridge, Somerville and surrounding Greater Boston communities.

Why Work With Me

Why Work With Me

I don't just help people buy and sell homes—I understand what creates long-term value. As an experienced realtor, local resident, and real estate investor, I bring an informed perspective to every transaction. When you're moving up to a larger home or selling the one you've outgrown, you're often managing both sides of the process at once, and timing matters. For growing families, that means finding the home, neighborhood, and schools that fit the next chapter of life. For sellers, it means preparing and positioning their home to attract the strongest offers and maximize its value in today's Greater Boston market. My focus is always on helping my clients maximize value through thoughtful preparation, strategic pricing, and skilled negotiation.

Greater Boston Market Expertise

From the tree-lined streets of Brookline to the vibrant town of Newton, historic charm of Boston, the academic energy of Cambridge, and the vibrant neighborhoods of Medford and Somerville, I know how these markets move — and how they differ block to block. I combine real transaction data with an investor's read on value so you can make confident decisions, whether you're timing a move-up purchase, prepping a listing, or weighing an offer.

Move-Up & Family Focus

I help growing families upgrade to the right space, schools, and neighborhood for their next chapter.

Seller Strategy

I price, prep, and market your home to draw the strongest offers across Greater Boston.

Investor's Perspective

Over 15 years as a real estate investor means I read value and resale upside like the pros.

Responsive & Hands-On

Clear, steady communication and coordination from first showing to the closing table.

Your Journey Home

Your Journey Home

Whether you're upgrading to more space or selling to start the next chapter, I guide you step by step: a clear strategy up front, honest pricing backed by real market data, sharp negotiation, and steady communication all the way to the closing table. For move-up clients juggling a sale and a purchase at once, I coordinate the timeline so the two sides work together instead of against each other — turning a stressful season into a smooth one.

Homes for sale in Brookline

Featured listings currently on the market

Property at 205 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA 02445
1 / 41
Active

$2,250,000

205 Gardner Rd, Brookline, MA 02445

4 bds
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4 ba
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4102 sqft
MLS® 73577381Single Family Residence
Keller Williams Realty - Ingvild Brown
Property at 381 Warren Street, Brookline, MA 02445
1 / 35
Active

$23,000,000

381 Warren Street, Brookline, MA 02445

6 bds
|
12 ba
|
16856 sqft
MLS® 73576839Single Family Residence
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton - The Jeff Groper Group
Property at 97 Marion Street #5, Brookline, MA 02446
1 / 11
Active
Open

$1,199,000

97 Marion Street #5, Brookline, MA 02446

4 bds
|
2 ba
|
2108 sqft
MLS® 73581877Condominium
Compass - Cirel/Molta Home Team
Property at 261 Tappan St #1, Brookline, MA 02445
1 / 28
Active
Open

$2,875,000

261 Tappan St #1, Brookline, MA 02445

5 bds
|
6 ba
|
4047 sqft
MLS® 73581729Single Family Residence
Summit Residential - Matt Palmer
Property at 261 Tappan St #1, Brookline, MA 02445
1 / 31
Active
Open

$2,875,000

261 Tappan St #1, Brookline, MA 02445

5 bds
|
6 ba
|
4047 sqft
MLS® 73575300Condominium
Summit Residential - Matt Palmer
Property at 231 Fuller St #231, Brookline, MA 02446
1 / 26
Active
Open

$2,195,000

231 Fuller St #231, Brookline, MA 02446

4 bds
|
4 ba
|
2915 sqft
MLS® 73581067Condominium
Josh Ehrenfried - Josh Ehrenfried
Property at 231 Fuller St, Brookline, MA 02446
1 / 26
Active
Open

$2,195,000

231 Fuller St, Brookline, MA 02446

4 bds
|
4 ba
|
2915 sqft
MLS® 73581080Single Family Residence
Josh Ehrenfried - Josh Ehrenfried
Property at 16 Kent Sq. #2, Brookline, MA 02446
1 / 23
Active
Open

$1,540,000

16 Kent Sq. #2, Brookline, MA 02446

2 bds
|
3 ba
|
1791 sqft
MLS® 73581124Condominium
Hammond Residential Real Estate - Irene Kerzner

What My Clients Say

My clients across Brookline and Greater Boston trust me because I treat their move like it's my own. Here's what a few of them have shared about working together.

"Alex helped us find the right home for our growing family in Brookline. His background as an investor gave us real confidence in the value of the property we bought."

Verified Client

Verified Zillow Review

"We bought our Brookline condo with Alex and couldn't be happier. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and made the whole process feel easy."

Verified Buyer

Verified Redfin Review

"Alex priced our home perfectly and negotiated a great outcome. His understanding of the Greater Boston market really showed."

Home Seller

Verified Zillow Review

Frequently Asked Questions