SPARROW KEY REALTY INC

Meet the team

Get to know the 6 agents at SPARROW KEY REALTY INC.

About Melissa

Melissa Connell is a seasoned Florida real estate broker with more than two decades of experience guiding buyers, sellers, and investors across Central and North Central Florida. Known for her strategic mindset, market insight, and unwavering client advocacy, Melissa has built a reputation for delivering clarity, confidence, and results in even the most complex transactions. Born and raised in Central Florida, Melissa possesses a deeply rooted understanding of the markets she serves, with extensive experience throughout the Central and North Central Florida markets. Her success is driven by a powerful combination of data-informed strategy, skilled negotiation, and a client-first advisory approach designed to protect both lifestyle and investment decisions. As the visionary behind Palm & Pine Realty Group, Melissa’s philosophy centers on providing a refined, relationship-driven experience where every client benefits from thoughtful guidance, transparent communication, and meticulous execution. She is widely recognized for helping clients navigate opportunities with precision - identifying hidden value, mitigating risk, and steering them toward smart, sustainable decisions. Melissa offers expertise across a broad range of property types and transaction scenarios, including: • Strategic Marketing and Transaction Management • Residential, Lifestyle, and Investment Properties • Renovation, Value-Add, and Project-Based Acquisitions • Land Acquisition and Development Opportunities • Concierge-Level Advisory and Client Support • Commercial Leasing, Sales, and Purchases • Probate and Complex Property Transitions “My business is built on clarity, strategy, and trust. Real estate decisions carry financial, emotional, and lifestyle implications, and my role is to ensure clients move forward with confidence, not uncertainty. I believe in doing the hard work, the research, and the negotiation necessary to protect my clients at every stage of the process.” - Melissa Connell

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Pat Comstock

REALTOR®

(52 reviews)

About Pat

Serving the area for over 3 decades. Multi-million $ producer every year. Let my experience work for you! Every client is special to me. I take care of every detail for you and do not delegate to someone else. If you are looking for a caring, honest, knowledgeable professional Realtor, look no further!

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James (Jim) Brown

Broker

(39 reviews)

About James (Jim)

Jim has been a Real Estate Agent for more than 19 Years. Jim owns an IT Company of 28 years and 2 Real Estate Companies. Jim is married to Jennifer and they have 3 wonderful children. At Sparrow Key Realty you will be amazed at how quickly our team responds and how quickly we can list and sell your property with our proprietary methods and approach to Real Estate. We are the firm that can get you the property you want or sell the property you want to sell. Take a look at all of my 5 Star Reviews listed Below! I am a problem Solver. No problem too big or small!! I list all types of properties Residential, Commercial, Vacant Land and more.

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Chase Crawford

(3 reviews)

About Chase

Chase is a Florida native and military veteran, spending time in the Air Force active duty and reserve. His military background is a testament of his dedication to serve and demand the best for his clients. However, he is no stranger to the real estate industry with nearly a decade of experience in real estate title. Furthermore, Chase has earned an associate of arts degree in Real Estate Studies. Most importantly, Chase understands the significance of family and their needs. He is a devoted husband to Madison and father of four little girls.

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Jennifer Brown

Kevin Helms

9 days ago

Excellent communicator

Jim helped me buy my house with professionalism and care. They were constantly and responsive, explain complex terms clearly, and negotiated a great deal that meet my needs. I would greatly work with Jim again

James (Jim) Brown

(39 reviews)

28 days ago

On top of her game!!

Melissa has shown again, why she is the best in the business! She has the knowledge and experience that is a requirement in this ever changing market! Thank you again!

Melissa Connell

(78 reviews)

30 days ago

The Ultimate Realtor!

Working with Melissa Connell was an absolute game-changer. From day one, she established herself as a visionary advisor who truly puts her clients first. She was incredibly transparent about the market, never pushed us into decisions, and maintained the highest ethical standards. Her patience and dedication made a stressful process feel entirely manageable. If you want an agent who listens, advocates for you, and delivers results with integrity, look no further.

Melissa Connell

(78 reviews)

about 2 months ago

She helped us find not only a house-but a home!

I am so incredibly grateful to have had Melissa by my side during this journey. As a single mom and a first-time home buyer, the idea of purchasing a house felt completely overwhelming, but Melissa made me feel empowered and supported every step of the way. She was incredibly patient with my endless questions and always made time for me, even with my hectic schedule. She listened to what my family needed and helped me find a safe, beautiful home. If you are looking for someone who is not only a skilled professional but also has a huge heart and genuine care for their clients, look no further. Melissa didn’t just find us a house; she helped us find our home!

Melissa Connell

(78 reviews)

2 months ago

Who you trust matters!

We knew Melissa was the perfect fit to help us sell this home after our experience with her selling our first home several years ago. With our busy schedules and young kids, we needed help to get this home sell-ready while staying within a relatively tight budget. Because of her interpersonal connections in the industry, she was able to recommend quality people to assist us with any task we needed to complete. Melissa’s knowledge of the market showed when our home listed, appraised, and sold for the same price. Through every hurdle we encountered, she was there with encouragement and a perfect solution no matter the time of day. We will continue to recommend Melissa without hesitation for all real estate needs.

Melissa Connell

(78 reviews)

3 months ago

Excellent communicator, driven, passionate, intelligent, caring

She is very responsive, keeps the process moving by following up on task for clients, great market knowledge, and puts her clients’ interests first. She is a great troubleshooter, able to find solutions to problems that a raise. Melissa has never steered us wrong and puts our interests first. We have worked with her over 10 years and have 3 transactions with her. She has executed every transaction perfectly.

Melissa Connell

(78 reviews)

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