About Us
Our Sales & Rentals Team
Since its formation in 1963, West Shore Realty, Inc. has been serving the Connecticut Shoreline with dedication and enthusiasm. A family business, it has seen generations of exceptional ownership. Presently, Michael Tarantino, founder’s grandson, owns West Shore Realty, Inc. and takes much pride in all that his company continues to accomplish.
We at West Shore Realty have built a fine wealth of knowledge in the high-value property market. We specialize in the most exquisite coastal living and luxury lifestyles. However, we are additionally appealing to those first time buyers who are eager to find their starting home and begin a new chapter of life.
Not only does West Shore Realty, Inc. consider its members to be highly polished and capable, but we are a good-natured team of truly passionate property professionals who thoroughly understand our clients’ needs and wants. When making property decisions that impact your family now and in the future, look no further than West Shore Realty, Inc. We understand that your home is an important part of your life: it houses you and the people you love and provides you with a secure place to call yours. It is our goal to ensure that your next move is seamless enough for you to relish in the excitement.
Leslie Terres - Real Estate Agent
203-520-3254
Leslie Terres is a Licensed Realtor affiliated with West Shore Realty, boasting a lifelong residency in Milford, CT. Her extensive local knowledge enables her to offer unwavering guidance across New Haven and Fairfield Counties. Licensed since 2018, Leslie has cultivated a strong commitment to her clientele. From an early age, Leslie recognized her calling to support others during some of the most pivotal and occasionally demanding moments of their lives. Her approach is characterized by meticulous attention to detail, a resolute dedication to achieving results, and a profound concern for the unique requirements of each and every client. Leslie remains well-versed in the latest developments within the real estate industry and is known for delivering cutting-edge digital marketing strategies. Whether you are contemplating a property purchase or sale, entrusting your real estate journey to Leslie is a prudent choice. Buy, List, or Rent with Leslie and experience excellence in real estate services.
Mike Tarantino- Real Estate Agent
203-520-9912
Mwtarantino@westshorerealty.com
Mike grew up in Madison and has lived there for over 12 years! After graduating from The University of Connecticut, he obtained his Salesperson License and has over $10 million in sales for 2024! Mike's experience in both sales and marketing give him a strong advantage when it comes to creating strategies that resonate with clients. Mike is an expert responsible for creating advertisements, pricing strategies, and developing sales presentations. By focusing on building long term client relationships, Mike can provide value beyond just a transaction and position himself as a trusted advisor in the real estate market. It also gives him the opportunity to understand his clients’ needs better, and tailor his approach more personally. Buy, List, or Rent with Mike and experience top-notch service.
John Jaser - Associate Broker
203-605-5755
John Jaser is a Licensed Broker at West Shore Realty, Inc. He has lived in Milford his entire life and has been a Broker at West Shore for over 25 years. He enjoys providing guidance to his clients while following through with each detail of the transaction to completion. He provides full service with predominately residential sales and some commercial. He services not only Milford but all of New Haven county and the shoreline. In his free time, he enjoys cycling and spending time with his family.
Relocation Resources
Thinking about moving to another state or across the globe? We can help!
West Shore Realty is a family-run brokerage whose agents are committed to helping you seamlessly transition during your relocation. Whether you are a first-time buyer moving to a new state or a large family looking to relocate internationally, we are here to assist you every step of the way. The relocation process can be daunting and time-consuming, our goal at West Shore Realty is to make your exciting new move as easy and stress-free as possible!
What Can I Expect When Using West Shore Realty’s Relocation Services?
- Individual counseling
- Frequent updates from our office regarding the status of your relocation
- Partnership with a trusted relocation realtor in our office who will work with a local realtor at your new destination throughout the entirety of the transaction to ensure everything is on track
- Cost of living comparison
- Community information (schools, transportation, community demographics, local tours, etc.)
- Mortgage assistance
- Moving services
Moving Within the United States? Services Include . . .
- Organizing, streamlining, and managing your real estate transaction
- Assistance selling your property
- Home marketing
- Help navigating the closing process
- Connecting you with trusted buyer’s agents in your new location and staying in the loop with you, following up when needed
- Storage services
- Free market analysis
- Assistance finding and purchasing your ideal property
- Rental assistance
- Assistance with temporary housing in your new location if needed
Moving Internationally? Additional Services Include . . .
- Help navigating the immigration process
- Connecting you with immigration offices
- Assistance getting visas and immigration documents
Military Relocation Program
For over 20 years West Shore Realty has dedicated itself to helping numerous veterans and active service members buy, sell, and rent properties throughout New Haven and Fairfield County. In addition to supporting members within our local community, West Shore Realty’s additional nationwide military relocation resources provide an array of benefits and services to active and retired members of the Armed Forces, Reserves, and National Guard looking to relocate.
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Our Services
Looking to Sell Your Home?
If you are looking to sell your home, we will provide you with a FREE market analysis. This will show you where your home should be positioned in the current market to make the most of your sale. Our top-notch marketing will ensure your home is seen by hundreds of buyers and agents. We will be there through each step of the process from start to finish to ensure it’s as seamless and stress free as possible.
Ready to Buy?
If you’re looking to buy, we would love the opportunity to put our expertise to work while helping you shop for the home of your dreams! We will connect you with the right lenders, set up an automatic listing search to your email, and walk you through every detail from start to finish. It is crucial to have a real estate professional looking out for your best interests during one of the biggest purchases of your life. Curious as to why? Give us a call.
Looking to Rent?
With our easy to navigate website, we can easily help you find the rental you are looking for! We will assist you in searching for rental properties as well as managing the entire application/ leasing process. We handle various types of rentals including year-round, summer, furnished winter/academic, and commercial.
Property Management and Maintenance
We are a full-service property management company serving all of New Haven and Fairfield Counties with over 60 years of experience. Let us utilize our management services to help you make the most from your investment. We take care of everything for our owners from showings to applicant screenings, to move-in and maintenance.
Some of our maintenance services include:
- Appliance Repairs & Installs
- Carpentry
- Deck Repairs & Installs
- Electrical
- Flooring
- House Clean-Ups
- Landscaping - Spring/Fall Clean Ups
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Snow removal
Some of our property management services will include:
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Rent Collection
- Monitoring of Leases and Renewals
- 24-Hour on Call Service
- Assistance with Property Assessment Requirements
- Tenant Communications
Our managed property owners gain the benefit of our entire team working on their property with sale/rental agents, full time administrative/front desk, accounting, and maintenance departments to address all the needs and wants of our property owners and tenants.