Melanie Calabrese (buitenhuis)
About Melanie Calabrese (buitenhuis)
Melanie is a very experienced member of our team, having commenced her real estate career back in 2010, following in the footsteps of her successful sales agent father, Peter Buitenhuis.
Mel possesses a wealth of knowledge and a proven history in many aspects of the industry, including holiday rentals, administration, property management, commercial and Owners Corporation management. Throughout her career, Melanie has built a reputation for her dedication, professionalism, and exceptional customer service.
As a long term local of Phillip Island, Melanie possesses a deep understanding of the local market and a has strong connection to the community, offering clients valuable insights and personalized service.
Commercial & Business clients are in very safe hands with Melanie as she brings a strong foundation of property management expertise and her natural sales acumen to her role ensuring every client need is well represented. Her ability to identify opportunities, negotiate favourable terms, and deliver exceptional results allows her to match businesses with the right spaces while ensuring smooth and successful transactions.
Driven by a true passion for helping people, Melanie is dedicated to supporting her clients in establishing and growing their businesses. Whether it is finding the ideal commercial space for a new venture or helping established businesses expand, Melanie thrives on assisting her clients in realizing their goals and turning their business dreams into reality. She takes pride in being a trusted advisor, collaborating closely with clients to ensure their success and satisfaction.
Her friendly demeanour, efficiency, and dynamic sales skills enable Melanie to manage complex tasks while maintaining a personable, client-focused approach. We are thrilled to have Melanie as part of our team, her dedication and purposeful attitude continue to contribute significantly to the success of the OBrien Real Estate office.
Melanie Calabrese (buitenhuis)'s Market Performance
Melanie Calabrese (buitenhuis)'s Listings





