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About Us McNelis &
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Your Real Estate Experts for Residential and Commercial Properties in Southern Maryland

At McNelis & Associates of Berkshire Hathaway, we bring over 30 years of unmatched experience in both residential and commercial real estate across Maryland. Founded and led by Chris McNelis, our team has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and results—especially within the distinctive market of luxury waterfront properties.

From the quiet charm of Chesapeake Beach to the dynamic energy of the DC Metropolitan area, our deep roots enable us to serve clients with a clear understanding of the market and local lifestyle. Our mission is simple: deliver concierge-level service backed by industry knowledge, strategic insight, and a strong commitment to your goals. Whether you’re buying a waterfront retreat, investing in Maryland commercial properties for sale, or selling your home, we’re here to make the process seamless and successful.

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✨ FIVE opportunities. THREE beautiful homes. ONE weekend to find your perfect fit ✨ It’s National Open House Weekend sponsored by PenFed Credit Union and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty! We’re playing BIG by offering 5 opportunities to see some pretty great homes across Southern Maryland. Imagine being home just in time for the holidays?! Here’s the schedule for the weekend ahead: 📍 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 🏡 1151 Thompson Ct. | Saint Leonard, MD ⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM 🏷️ $649,500 Hosted by Erin House, REALTOR® https://lovechesapeake.com/homes-for-sale-details/1151-THOMPSON-CT-SAINT-LEONARD-MD-20685/MDCA2028984/530/ 📍 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 🏡 3955 Breezy Point Rd. | Chesapeake Beach, MD ⏰ 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 🏷️ $560,000 Hosted by Stefon White, REALTOR® https://lovechesapeake.com/homes-for-sale-details/3955-BREEZY-POINT-RD-CHESAPEAKE-BEACH-MD-20732/MDCA2027786/530/ 📍 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 🏡 23405 Marview Ct. | Leonardtown, MD ⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 🏷️ $450,000 Hosted by Erin House, REALTOR® Property presented by Helen Mattingly Wernecke of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty https://lovechesapeake.com/homes-for-sale-details/23405-MARVIEW-CT-LEONARDTOWN-MD-20650/MDSM2034018/530/ 🏡 1151 Thompson Ct. | Saint Leonard, MD ⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM 🏷️ $649,500 Hosted by Victoria Swain, REALTOR® https://lovechesapeake.com/homes-for-sale-details/1151-THOMPSON-CT-SAINT-LEONARD-MD-20685/MDCA2028984/530/ 🏡 3955 Breezy Point Rd. | Chesapeake Beach, MD ⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM 🏷️ $560,000 Hosted by Dylan Roberts, REALTOR® https://lovechesapeake.com/homes-for-sale-details/3955-BREEZY-POINT-RD-CHESAPEAKE-BEACH-MD-20732/MDCA2027786/530/ There’s nothing quite like coming home. This weekend is a great time to find the perfect one. Save this post to plan your weekend or share it with someone who has been searching. We can’t wait to show you around this weekend! McNelis & Associates Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | PenFed Realty Chesapeake Lifestyle Experts 🌎 LoveChesapeake.com

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Client Testimonials

“We recently sold our Southern Maryland waterfront property, representing ourselves as the sellers. Chris McNelis and Geoffrey Ricker represented the buyers throughout the transaction. Both Chris and Geoffrey were professional, responsive, thorough, and very easy to work with. There was never any doubt that they were diligently representing their buyers’ best interests. Their attention to detail and preparation were evident throughout the transaction. As sellers representing ourselves, we particularly appreciated their direct communication, responsiveness, and professionalism, while recognizing that their responsibility was always to their clients. Although Chris and Geoffrey represented the buyers rather than us, we had an excellent experience working with them. Based on what we observed firsthand, we would confidently recommend them to anyone seeking professional real estate representation in Southern Maryland.”

David Turner

“Steve - After one year in Maryland -- we just wanted to thank you again for being an awesome resource and making our purchase here go smoothly. We love the location, the house, and the area. All the best.”

JD

“We could not have asked for a better real estate agent than Chris McNelis to guide us through the sale of our home. From the very beginning, Chris provided thoughtful recommendations on how to prepare our house for the market and connected us with skilled professionals to take care of items that needed attention. Throughout the entire process, Chris and her assistant were incredibly responsive and knowledgeable. Whenever we had a question or concern, we knew we could count on a prompt response and reassuring guidance. Chris' expertise and attention to detail made the selling experience go smoothly. Chris is professional, patient and has a genuine commitment to making the process as stress-free as possible. We highly recommend Chris McNelis to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive and caring real estate agent. We are grateful for all she did to make the sale of our home such a positive experience!”

Lisa Fisher

“Lewie Aldridge was exceptional from start to finish. My family knew very little about the local market and faced several challenges, but Lewie’s expertise, responsiveness, and steady guidance repeatedly put us at ease. He proved to be a skilled negotiator, creative problem-solver, and tireless advocate whose can-do attitude kept the deal moving through every challenge and turned a difficult situation into a successful sale. I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable agent they can depend on!”

Michael Agamaite

“Stefon is a committed real estate agent. He answered emails and texts quickly and if needed, he sought additional information. Patient and kind, Stephon is a wonderful resource .”

Patricia Jacobowitz

“Working with Victoria Downton was an absolute pleasure! She is knowledgeable, professional, and truly cares about her clients. From start to finish, she made the entire process smooth, kept me informed every step of the way, and always had my best interests in mind. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Thank you for such an amazing experience! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

Duo Closet

“Lewie was my agent and I couldn't have asked for better. Our sale was challenging as we had to deal with an uncooperative HOA, a head-scratching building inspection, and buyers with some financing challenges dragging out the sale. Throughout Lewie provided excellent advice, was very responsive and professional as the situation changed, and persevered to make sure the sale got done in a way that worked for everyone. He navigated all the twists and turns like a tighter pilot and I'm glad he was on my side! ”

Tony Agamaite

“I really enjoyed the opportunity to work with Shawn. He is so thoughtful. organized, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me. Throughout the process, he took the time to explain anything I felt complicated or unfamiliar. making everything feel much more manageable and less stressful. Shawn was always responsive, thorough. and I truly felt I could trust his guidance every step of the way. His professionalism, patience, and attention to detail made a real difference. I would highly recommend working with him. ”

Hanna

“Highly recommend working with Victoria Swain! She's super professional, responsive, and genuinely cares about helping people find the right home. I felt taken care of from the start. Thank you”

Dominika Wrobel

“Erin is an outstanding professional. She demonstrates deep expertise, communicates clearly, and consistently keeps you informed throughout the process. She listens carefully to your needs and responds with thoughtful, reliable support. I highly recommend working with Erin, she's the best! ”

Amber Wayland

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