The Urban Nest team has decades of experience helping people buy, sell, and invest in homes in the Atlanta neighborhoods that we call home. Recognized as one of Atlanta's top producing teams, we have a thorough understanding of the Atlanta real estate market, from current market conditions to new regulations and upcoming developments. We know exactly what it takes to help you and your dream home or sell your current one.
At Urban Nest, we are more than just real estate agents. We are consultants, creative strategists, problem solvers, educators, and opportunity makers.
And it's our privilege to serve you every step of the way.
ABOVE + BEYOND
Here at Urban Nest, we believe that going above and beyond should be the standard, not the exception.
Our creative approach to the real estate ensures that all of our clients receive top-notch service. We utilize the latest tools and technology to ensure that you are up-to-date on market conditions, new listings and the status of your purchase or sale.
It’s all about YOU.
We invest in each client as if they were our very own family. What gets us up in the morning, is a desire to give our very best (and then some) to each and every one of our clients.
We are committed to creating relationships, not transactions.
Our business is all about you. It’s all about helping our communities be the best they can be. It’s about finding the best place to nest.
MEET THE TEAM
Our hand-picked team of real estate agents are highly focused individuals who specialize in different suburbs or neighborhoods around Metro Atlanta -- from Grant Park to the City of Decatur and Morningside to Marietta and everything in between! In today's real estate market, we believe it is more important than ever to have a real estate professional by your side who knows the area inside and out.
KERRY LUCASSE
More About Urban Nest Atlanta
At a time where bigger isn't always better, the Urban Nest Atlanta Real Estate Group with eXp Realty has chosen to remain a smaller, highly focused team so that we may offer a higher level of personal service, attention, and consideration to our clients.
Our dedicated team of Atlanta REALTORS are highly focused individuals who specialize in different suburbs or neighborhoods around Metro Atlanta -- from East Atlanta to Tucker and Midtown Atlanta to Marietta and everything in between! In today's competitive Atlanta real estate market, we believe it is more important than ever to have a local expert by your side.
We look forward to earning your business!
Kerry Lucasse
OWNER / PRINCIPAL, Urbanest Atlanta Team at eXp Realty
As an Intown Atlanta resident for over 25 years, Kerry Lucasse has watched many of the intown neighborhoods transform into unique and vibrant communities. She turned her passion for historic homes into a career in real estate. She's lived in Virginia Highland, Oakhurst, Kirkwood and currently resides in Lake Claire.
Prior to real estate, Kerry graduated from the University of Florida and then went on to manage the ibm.com Interactive Marketing team at IBM for more than 10 years. Kerry's marketing degree and extensive experience in internet marketing and customer service make her well-equipped to serve the needs of her clients.
Kerry takes great pride in Urban Nest and all the dedicated real estate agents on the team who share her belief in going above and beyond for our clients. She also enjoys utilizing her tech-savvy internet marketing strategy to assist sellers with the quick sale of their home or investment property. The foundation of her business is having happy and satisfied clients and feels that her job isn't complete until you are raving about your experience to everyone you know!
JAMIE WALZER
TEAM LEADER & LISTING SPECIALIST
After working, traveling and living abroad for several years, Jamie discovered one consistent truth: everyone needs a place to call home. Originally from Illinois, Jamie first fell in love with the South while attending the College of Charleston in South Carolina, graduating with a degree in Corporate Communications. After almost a decade in Atlanta (and real estate), Jamie is still in love with all that Intown living has to offer. She's lived in several Atlanta neighborhoods, from East Lake / Oakhurst to Virginia Highland, Old Fourth Ward and now Summerhill.
MOLLY SLESNICK
Real Estate Consultant, Virginia Highlands / Morningside
Molly and her husband live in the heart of Virginia Highlands and absolutely love their community. When potential home buyers meet Molly for the first time, she immediately puts them at ease, as she guides them through the process of purchasing their first (or sixth!) home. If you are looking for an agent that leaves no stone unturned and will go to any length to protect her clients, call Molly!
Molly also enjoys the marketing side of the real estate business as well, so her property listings always have fantastic photography and get the maximum exposure online and throughout the community.
AMY LONG
Real Estate Consultant, Intown Atlanta and East Atlanta neighborhoods
Amy lives in Midtown and loves being right in the heart of it all!! She has lived in the Atlanta area since 2001 and can't imagine calling anywhere else home. Amy loves helping people, so after seventeen years in the medical field, she decided that her true passion was helping people find the perfect place to call home.
Whether you are a first time home buyer or you have experienced the home buying process several times, Amy will make the experience as fun and stress-free as possible! She also knows the Atlanta condo, loft and townhome market inside and out, so you'll have a true expert assisting you.
Dawn Porras
Real Estate Consultant, East Atlanta Neighborhoods
If you are looking for a true Intown Atlanta expert, Dawn is your agent! With 15 years in the real estate business, she knows the Atlanta neighborhoods inside and out. Anyone who has worked with Dawn in the past always has rave reviews, as she gives 110% to each one of her clients to ensure that they find the perfect new "nest" or they sell their home for top dollar.
Dawn and her family have lived in several Intown neighborhoods and currently reside near the East Atlanta Village. Both Dawn and her hubby are very active in the community, so you will often see them at the farmer's markets or volunteering at the annual East Atlanta festivals and events.
MONICA LEE
Real Estate Consultant, Virginia Highland / Old Fourth Ward
Monica Lee is a native and lifelong resident of Intown Atlanta whose expertise in the market perfectly lent itself to becoming the top-producing real estate agent she is today. With over 16 years of experience, Monica knows everything there is to know about the Intown market, from the people and the properties to new developments across the city and the beltline - incredible local wisdom that greatly benefits each one of her loyal clients. The seasoned insight and valuable guidance she provides her buyers and sellers afford them great peace of mind and confidence in their decisions throughout the real estate process. Monica and her husband have lived in various Intown neighborhoods including Grant Park, West End, Cabbagetown, Glenwood Park, and Virginia Highland. She is now settled and calls Poncey-Highland her home, along with her husband and two children.
JAMIE PRICE
Associate Real Estate Broker, Midtown Atlanta / Brookhaven / Intown
Jamie Price, a Miami, FL native, moved to Atlanta in 1995 after graduating from the University of
Alabama with a degree in Hospitality Management. Jamie joined The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead, and was soon recognized by Style Magazine as one of 5 Concierge professionals in Atlanta personifying the highest levels of service standards. In 1998, Jamie decided that he did not enjoy getting yelled at by celebrities every day and decided to become a real estate agent.
Since that time, Jamie has personally brokered over $200 million in real estate transactions. Jamie‘s transactional expertise includes residential real estate, commercial real estate, developer services, property management, acquisitions for private equity groups, financing, and deal syndication. His success can be attributed to his keen understanding of the real estate market, his passion for providing personal service, and a genuine desire to help people.
In his free time, Jamie enjoys weightlifting, spending time with family and friends, and expanding on his encyclopedia-like knowledge of useless 80s and 90s trivia. Jamie is also a licensed real estate broker in both Georgia and Florida.
Lynne Garton
Real Estate Consultant, East Atlanta
Lynne is the kind of person that everyone seems to know and many East Atlanta home sellers and real estate investors put their trust in her to market and sell their homes.
More information coming soon about this well-loved agent!
Rebecca Hundere
Realtor, East Atlanta / Intown Atlanta Neighborhoods
Rebecca developed a passion for real estate after the purchase of her first home in 2014. Friends have relied on her eye for design and industry knowledge long before she turned this passion into a career in 2018. Rebecca draws from her previous work as a school psychologist to intuitively listen, guide, and educate her buyer and seller clients through the complicated terrain of real estate.
Clients and colleagues describe Rebecca as transparent, data-driven, and a lot of fun. Working with Rebecca is like having a close friend walk you through a major life milestone, and many of her client relationships last well beyond the closing table. She finds herself fueled by the passion to help people discover their personal and financial potential through real estate and truly believes that everyone deserves a place they're proud to call home.
When she isn't out with clients, you can find Rebecca in her own home, working on projects. She loves all things renovation, writing, and exploring with her family in SE Atlanta and beyond.
Jennifer Morrison
Real Estate Consultant, LaVista Hills, Northlake / 30345 area
If you are looking for an Atlanta agent that is going to work harder for you than any other real estate agent, Jennifer is your girl! Jennifer is also an Atlanta native and knows the communities inside and out. She's actively involved in her community and the local school system, especially as her two children are ready to attend Lakeside High School!
For those of you that are considering listing your home, Jennifer has a degree in Graphic Design, so will definitely work some magic when marketing your home.
Will Teague
Buyer's Agent / Listing Specialist, Ormewood Park, Grant Park, East Atlanta
More information coming soon!
Bailey Kardoes
REALTOR, Midtown Atlanta Neighborhoods
Bailey is joyful, energetic, and highly organized. Formerly a teacher, she works from the heart! Bailey is passionate about helping people and looks forward to providing her clients with the best care.
Bailey lives in the Midtown/Virginia Highlands area. After spending most of her life in a small town, Bailey enjoys all the little things about Atlanta. Some of her favorite things about Atlanta are the endless skyline views, the abundance of food and coffee choices, walks on the Beltline, and the energy that the people have to offer. Bailey can't wait for you to enjoy Atlanta as much as she does! She looks forward to meeting and serving you.
Caley Landau
REALTOR, Intown Atlanta Neighborhoods
if you are looking for an agent that will go over and above to find the best home in the best neighborhood, Caley is a great choice. She also has an extensive marketing background and enjoys promoting your home when it is time to sell. More about Caley coming soon.
Tamaira Shinnick
Buyer's Agent, Intown + East Atlanta neighborhoods
Tamaira’s introduction into real estate began from her own personal experience with agents. Those positive experiences inspired her to become an agent and to want to cultivate those same genuine relationships with her own clients.
As a former Licensed Master Social Worker, her deep desire for helping others is what naturally led her into Real Estate. With a people-centered professional background and mindset, her goal is to make sure that her client’s needs are met and that they feel supported, informed and understood.
When she has a spare moment, you can find Tamaira in her backyard East Atlanta pottery studio creating endless mugs, bowls and other goodies.
Rachel Scimone
Urban Nest Closing Coordinator, Candler Park / Lake Claire
Rachel is a bundle of (highly-organized) energy and the Urban Nest agents couldn't function without her! She helped ensure that all of our home buyer and seller clients have an enjoyable, seamless transaction.
ROBERT MURPHY
Buyer Agent, Intown Atlanta + Beltline Neighborhoods
Robert is a long-time Georgia resident and proud UGA grad who is passionate about helping others. He loves to work with clients who are both new to real estate and experienced. His focus is to be both a valuable resource of information and guidance, as well as a calming influence throughout the process. Robert currently resides in the East Lake neighborhood and works all around Metro Atlanta.
KARY PERRY
Marketing Specialist, Intown Atlanta
More information coming soon!
