Learn About John Smolenski: Trusted Realtor
Learn more about me, John Smolenski, a trusted Connecticut Realtor® serving Wallingford, Meriden, Hamden, Cheshire, and North Haven, and discover how my local expertise and “Simple. Happy. Home.” approach helps buyers, sellers, and investors succeed.
John Smolenski
I’m John Smolenski, a Connecticut Realtor® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, helping buyers, sellers, and investors across Connecticut. While I serve clients statewide, much of my business is centered in New Haven County, including Wallingford, Meriden, Hamden, Cheshire, and North Haven.
Over the years, I’ve helped clients navigate a wide range of real estate decisions, from first-time home purchases to move-up moves, downsizing, relocations, investment opportunities, and probate or trust related sales. I work with buyers and sellers of both single-family homes and condos, and I focus on making the process clear, informed, and manageable from start to finish.
My business has grown consistently year over year, and my sales volume has doubled in each of the past two years. I was also recognized with the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Leading Edge Society award, which places me among the top 11% of agents nationwide.
I believe buying or selling a home should not feel overwhelming. My goal is to reduce stress, protect your investment, and help you make smart real estate decisions with confidence. Whether you are buying your first home, selling a property you’ve loved for years, relocating, investing, or planning your next move, I’m committed to guiding you through every step with professionalism, clear communication, and local market knowledge.
What My Clients Are Saying
Bill YeagerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John is a great guy to work with! Highly recommended! David CassidyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John was very knowledgeable of the local market and specific to my over 55 complex. He made himself available at all times and communicated with me at every turn. It was a pleasure working with John and I will be recommending him to others. I appreciated all his hard work in closing on the sale in a timely manner.
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David, thank you so much for your kind review! It was truly a pleasure working with you to handle your trust sale. I pride myself on being deeply familiar with the nuances of 55+ complexes and the broader Hamden real estate market. I am so glad that my communication and availability made this transition seamless for you. Helping clients close on their homes in a timely, stress-free manner is my top priority. Thank you for your trust and for the future recommendations. I am always here to help your friends and family with their real estate needs in not only Hamden, but in surrounding areas like North Haven, Wallingford, Meriden, Cheshire. crystal heidenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John is the best. Super helpful and knowledgeable. As the first time homebuyer, he was extremely helpful in guiding me through the process. He helped me locate a lender, an attorney and had resources to assist with locating people for home inspection, water testing, and well inspection. He was always eager to see any property I was interested in with a very little notice. Was able to get me into the house I ultimately purchased before anyone else was able to even see it. Like I said, it’ll be kidding. John is simply the best you couldn’t find a better person to help you find your new home.
Owner's reply
Thank you so much for the glowing review! It was such a privilege helping you navigate the journey of being a first time homebuyer. I truly enjoy being more than just a real estate agent; I strive to be a full service resource for my clients. Whether it’s connecting you with a trusted lender or coordinating specialized well and water inspections, I want the process to be seamless. Getting you into that home before it hit the broader market is exactly why I stay so active across all of Connecticut, but especially Wallingford, Meriden, and Cheshire. The market moves fast, and I make it a priority to be available on short notice for my clients in Hamden, North Haven, and even Thomaston to ensure they never miss an opportunity. Congratulations on your new home! It was a pleasure being your realtor, and I’m always here if you or your friends need any local recommendations in the future. Stay in touch. Ann PrattTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John is thorough, knowledgeable and was extremely committed to getting the best offers for us. I highly recommend John as a strong, dedicated agent.
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Thank you for the kind words I truly appreciated the trust you placed in me as your seller’s agent, especially given the circumstances of the sale. I’ve represented many estate sales in Wallingford, Meriden, Hamden, and other areas of Connecticut, so I know how emotional and stressful that process can be for families. My goal was simply to guide you through the sale of the home with clarity, care, and as little stress as possible. When the first buyer didn’t work out, I wanted to make sure you didn’t have to worry about delays or uncertainty. I’m glad we were able to quickly find another buyer, secure a stronger offer, and still close on time. It was a privilege to work with you, and I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Kim FunaroTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John went way above and beyond supporting me through selling my home and buying my new home. He was very knowledgeable about the market and answered all of my questions as we went through many, many homes. He doesn't live close by, but was always willing to drive and meet me even if the house was out in the woods. John does A LOT of behind the scenes work that we will never know, but with all of that said, i was able to see my home to a couple out of state and find my new home! I would highly recommend John to any of my friends and family! *My new home attached
Owner's reply
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Helping you sell your home and buy your new one across Connecticut was such a rewarding experience. As a Realtor in CT, I strive to make the process of buying or selling a home smooth by providing market knowledge, answering every question, and going above and beyond—even if that means driving across different towns like Wallingford, Clinton, or even Montville to make sure my clients find the right fit. I’m so glad we were able to successfully sell your home to out-of-state buyers and secure your new place in Uncasville. Whether it’s in Cheshire, North Haven, Southington, Meriden, or anywhere in the surrounding area, my goal is always to give clients the best possible real estate experience. If you or your friends are looking for a trusted Realtor in Central Connecticut to help buy or sell a home, I’d be happy to help. Your recommendation means the world to me! Dawn WarnerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jay was always in touch and helped me navigate through a challenging time and market. I had limited time to find a new, affordable home that could accommodate everything my family and I needed. He was always there and supportive. Amazingly, we did it. Thanks, Jay!
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Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm truly grateful I had the opportunity to help you and your family find a new home during such a challenging time. Navigating a competitive market is never easy, but your trust and determination made all the difference. I’m so glad we found an affordable home that fits your needs and it might even help your golf game. As a local Connecticut Realtor, I’m committed to helping families like yours successfully buy a home. Whether you're relocating, upsizing, downsizing, or just exploring the market, I'm here to provide guidance and support. Wishing you and your family all the best in your new home! – John (Jay) Smolenski, Realtor #ConnecticutRealEstate #AffordableHomesCT #BuyAHomeInConnecticut #FamilyHomesCT #TrustedRealtor #RealEstateAgentCT #MovingToConnecticut #CTRealtor Jessica GomezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A year ago, we relocated to Connecticut. We spent months attending open houses, engaging with realtors, and exploring our options. Despite our efforts, we weren't making any progress. One weekend, we visited an open house hosted by John. He stood out as the most genuine and professional realtor we had met during our search. He took the time to truly listen to our aspirations of becoming homeowners. He introduced to Rosie, and the rest is history. John and his team exemplify sincerity and professionalism in this industry. Thank you for supporting and directing us through each stage of our home purchasing experience.
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Thank you so much for sharing your home buying journey! It was a pleasure meeting you at that open house and helping guide you through the process of relocating to Connecticut. I pride myself on providing personalized service, clear communication, and expert guidance throughout every step of the home buying experience. Helping your family transition smoothly into homeownership (and let's not foget the chickens) is exactly why I love what I do. If you or anyone you know ever needs a trusted, local real estate agent in Connecticut—whether it’s for buying a home, selling a home, or just exploring the real estate market—I'm always here to help. Wishing you many happy memories in your new home! – John Smolenski, Realtor® Your Trusted Connecticut Real Estate Agent #RelocationExpert #ConnecticutHomes #RealEstateAgentCT #BuyAHomeInConnecticut #TrustedRealtor MichelleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Deciding to sell our home and relocate was one of the hardest decisions for our family. John was like our guardian angel during this time. He guided us every step of the way—from when to list, how much to list for, to staging, and so much more. He takes the time to explain how the market works. Because we followed his advice, we sold our home in less than a week with multiple offers, and walked away with a higher asking price. We wish we could’ve taken John with us to our new state, but he kindly recommended someone we could trust. John, there's still time to move! We truly appreciate his professionalism, knowledge, and empathy throughout the process. We highly recommend John to anyone looking to sell or buy a home. We wish John and his family the best! - BEVERLY R. | Meriden, CT
Owner's reply
From calling me in for a pre-listing walk through, to helping you stage your home, to the open house, and all of the marketing done to sell your home, it was a pleasure working with you the whole time. Although it went quickly, I know your relocation will go well too. My goal is to be the best local realtor in the Wallingford and Meriden (well, all of Connecticut really) area that I can be, so if you need anything, I'm always a phone call or text away. KTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John has all of the qualities you would want and need in an agent. He is honest, hard- working, responsive to all texts, emails and phone calls, and extremely knowledgeable. He gave me suggestions on what I could do to sell the house quickly for the most amount of money. He explained why he was making these recommendations. I followed every one, from preparing the house for sale to how to price it and everything in between. The end result? Because of John's expertise, I received multiple offers, all well over the asking price, within days. He was there every step of the way, right up until the day of the closing. I would highly recommend choosing him as your agent.
Owner's reply
Thanks so much for the kind words. There are always a few more intricacies when selling a home going through probate, but from taking a few of my suggestions and working with the right team, your home was more than ready for market. This is why we got multiple offers; all well over asking price. I enjoyed being your local, near by Realtor. My goal is to be the best local realtor in the Wallingford and Meriden (or Canton) area that I can be, so if you need anything. You have my number, just call if you need anything.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more