Leave a Message

Thank you for your message. We will be in touch with you shortly.

Meet Nellie

agent photo

Get to Know Her

Nellie Snell is a results-driven Managing Director and top-producing real estate professional at William Raveis Real Estate, Al Filippone Associates in Darien, Connecticut. With full-time dedication since earning Rookie of the Year in 2015, Nellie has delivered consistent year-over-year business growth, earning recognition as the #1 Top Producer in the Darien office for multiple consecutive years (including 2025 with over $65 million in closed volume, plus 2023, 2022, 2021, and 2020). Her career sales now exceed $250 million across 125+ transactions, reflecting sustained expansion built on expertise, relentless client focus, and a commitment to winning outcomes in every deal.

Nellie excels in the competitive Gold Coast market, specializing in high-end and waterfront properties in Darien, Greenwich, Westport, and Southport. Her recent standout sales include multimillion-dollar waterfront estates such as 25 Tokeneke Trail ($8.695M), 5 Stony Point Rd ($8.5M), 67 Salem Straits ($7.2M), 10 Cross Road ($6.5M), and many others in the $3M–$5M+ range. Clients benefit from her strategic pricing, exceptional marketing, polished negotiation skills, and ability to generate strong offers—often within days—while navigating complex transactions with calm expertise and unwavering advocacy.

What sets Nellie apart is her full-time commitment and client-first mindset: she treats every transaction—whether a luxury estate or first-time buyer purchase—as a personal mission to maximize value and deliver peace of mind. Her deep local knowledge, vast network, and customized strategies have earned glowing reviews and a strong base of repeat clients and referrals.

Client Testimonials 

  • “I can’t say enough good things about our experience both buying and selling our homes with Nellie… She negotiated multiple offers more than $500k over our asking price, far exceeding the top of our expectations.” — Amanda Samson
  • “Nellie is AMAZING! She went above and beyond in every step… a true expert in the area and incredibly dedicated to her clients.” — Larlee Bjorkman
  • “Nellie is an absolute pleasure to work with! Extremely knowledgeable, very responsive… She made sure we understood every step… We can’t thank her enough!” — Polly Huang
  • “Nellie was absolutely invaluable… We could not have done it without her!” — Michael Cantwell

Beyond real estate, Nellie is deeply rooted in the Darien community. She resides on Nearwater Lane with her husband Cliff and their three sons—Lincoln, Christian, and Ted. She has served on Historic Preservation Boards and continues to volunteer with numerous local charities, bringing the same energy, integrity, and heart to her work that defines her as a neighbor and advocate.

Passionate about your success, Nellie Snell combines proven results, market mastery, and genuine care to help clients achieve their real estate goals on Connecticut’s Gold Coast. Whether buying, selling, or investing, partner with Nellie for a confident, winning journey.

Contact Nellie at 203.979.9149 or [email protected]. Visit nelliesnellhomes.com for current listings, recent sales, and market insights.

Nellie Snell

Managing Director in Darien, Chairman's Circle, C-Suite
LICENSE NUMBER
RES.0800556
ADDRESS
22 Old Kings Hwy S Fl 2, Darien, CT 06820
main

MEET ALLIE

Marketing Director & Sales Associate

Allie Franchuk is Nellie’s dedicated Marketing Manager as well as a Licensed Sales Specialist who provides full-time marketing support. Allie is a creative and hard-working individual keen on providing a top-tier customer experience to those she serves. She prides herself on responsiveness and attention to detail to deliver the best experience possible.

Testimonials

Discover why clients love working with Nellie.

P

Pascal Rahardjo

Nellie is excellent. Trust her completely with listing our home and helping us find something new.
Read More

D

David Murphy

Thank you Nellie, I gather funds have transferred. You have been a joy to work with. You are a real professional but your best quality is your heart. You give every last part of yourself. I am lucky to have found you. God bless...
Read More

S

Susan Gaines

Nellie Snell is a confident agent who understands her clients needs. She made sure the images of my home were exceptional and gave me strong guidance on where to position my house in the market price-wise. I can't say enough on...
Read More

Past Transactions

Browse Nellie's collection of notable sales.

Find Your Next Dream Home

Browse Homes

Work With Nellie

Nellie Snell brings the highest standards of excellence, attention and availability to her clients. When selling or buying a home, Nellie is your strongest advocate to lead the transaction.

Follow Nellie on Instagram