hands-on, high-touch approach
As a Washington native, born and raised in small-town Sequim on the Olympic Peninsula, my friends and I were encouraged to learn, experiment, and take calculated risks. I’ve carried those valuable lessons from childhood into my career as a Realtor®, property investor, and trusted advisor.
Jobs in the construction industry while attending the University of Washington introduced me to a love of older homes and the pride that comes from helping to craft their next chapter. Working with my hands, collaborating with contractors, and envisioning a home’s yet-to-be-realized potential is large part of my personal as well as professional life. Client satisfaction is my #1 goal and my positive testimonials reflect this standard.
I joined Lake Real Estate in 2005. The brokerage was founded in 1982 with the conviction that being an independent firm—away from the security of a nationally recognized brand name—was desirable long before “indie” became a household word. I’m part of a wonderful team that includes Justyna Kieko and my brother, Andrew Mellon. As a team, we’re fortunate to receive seven-day-a-week support from Lake’s skilled and long-tenured administrative staff.
When I’m not working, I’m out exploring. My family and I enjoy hiking, backcountry skiing, surfing, paddle boarding, and discovering places off the beaten path—both locally and around the world.
Justyna Kieko
Justyna is a Seattle native and University of Washington alumnae who joined Lake & Company in 2015. In the years since, she and Justin have partnered on more than 300 transactions. Their team’s high-touch, hands-on approach has helped Justyna further develop her keen eye for design and ability to help clients determine cost-effective updates that can transform the look and feel of a home. These skills are invaluable when she’s helping sellers prep a home for the market or strategizing with buyers who want to make a few modifications when their keys are in hand. Her business acumen, patience, and determination set her apart from her peers. Outside of work, Justyna is actively involved in volunteering for a nonprofit dog rescue organization.
Andrew Mellon
During college, while simultaneously earning his B.S. degree from the University of Washington, Andrew worked in construction and remodeled floating homes on Seattle’s renowned Lake Union. He joined Lake and Company in 2013, where his construction background continues to pay dividends when working with clients. He serves buyer and seller clients across all price points—from $300K condos to $1.7M modern homes, from Duvall to Bainbridge Island, Mukilteo to Renton. Andrew has remodeled several rentals that he owns and manages, and he brings this experience to his work counseling first-time buyers as well as seasoned investors as they evaluate properties. Andrew’s work ethic is matched by few, and he is known for consistently going the extra mile for his clients. Their satisfaction is his top priority, and his testimonials attest to these attributes. Outside of work, Andrew pursues his love of the water—kayaking, sailing, and ferrying across Puget Sound to visit his family who remain in his childhood home of Sequim, Washington.
