About Your Agent
Jewel Martin-Ballard is a New York City–based real estate agent with Coldwell Banker, bringing over 15 years of hospitality experience to every client she serves. Her background in high-end sales and rentals has given her an intuitive understanding of what people truly want in a home.
Known for her warm, approachable manner and impeccable professionalism, Jewel has built an extensive network of qualified buyers, renters, and industry partners. For sellers, this means their properties are placed in front of serious, ready-to-move clients who recognize value. For renters and buyers, it means access to thoughtfully selected homes that reflect their lifestyle, needs, and aspirations.
Backed by an exceptional team at Coldwell Banker, Jewel offers refined, knowledgeable guidance at every stage of the process. She doesn’t just find you a place to live — she finds the right home, in the right building, at the right moment, so you can feel completely confident in your next move.
Services
Buyer Representation
Personalized Guidance
Whether you’re purchasing your first NYC apartment or upgrading to your dream home, Jewel offers attentive, step-by-step guidance. From defining your wish list and neighborhood priorities to touring properties, crafting competitive offers, and negotiating terms, she makes the buying process clear, organized, and stress-free.
Seller Services & Marketing
Strategic Selling
Ready to sell? Jewel combines market insight with strategic pricing, professional presentation, and targeted marketing to attract serious buyers. Your home is showcased through high-quality photos, compelling descriptions, and her extensive network, ensuring it stands out and sells at the best possible price and terms.
Rentals & Relocations
Stress-free Rentals
For clients relocating to or within New York City, Jewel streamlines the rental process from start to finish. She matches you with the right buildings and neighborhoods, coordinates showings, and helps you navigate applications and approvals so you can move into a home that truly fits your lifestyle and budget.
Investment & Market Guidance
Smart Strategies for Property growth
With a strong background in sales and a deep understanding of NYC’s rental and sales markets, Jewel advises clients looking to build or refine their real estate portfolio. She offers clear, data-informed insight on property values, rental potential, and long-term strategy, helping you make confident, informed decisions.
Our Approach
Service-Driven and Relationship-Focused
Jewel’s approach is service-driven and relationship-focused, ensuring each client receives the personalized attention and support they deserve. She takes the time to truly understand your needs and lifestyle, then curates a tailored experience that makes your real estate journey feel seamless, clear, and genuinely enjoyable.
Client Testimonials
"This was our first time working with a broker and Jewel was amazing to work with! She was very professional and organized, letting us know what documents were needed, what to prepare for, and she was proactive in sending listings and went out of her way to even visit units for us on our behalf, making the apartment search easier on us. By supporting and advocating for us throughout the whole process, she brought our vision of what we wanted, to life. We couldn’t have done it without her!"
“Before working with Jewel, my home had been sitting on the market for months and I didn’t understand why. She walked me through her strategy, brought in an incredible marketing team, and within a month we were in contract. The photos, the open houses, the communication — everything felt fast, reassuring, and surprisingly painless.”
Jaque O’Connor
"We had attempted the apartment hunt on our own for well over a month without any luck before getting in touch with Jewel. From the very start, she was incredibly professional, supportive, and truly made it happen for us with the apartment of our dreams. At every step of the way, Jewel assured us of everything we needed to know and ensured we were presented as great potential tenants. I'm confident we wouldn't have gotten this far without her. If you're looking for an incredible realtor who'll navigate this complex and challenging NYC rental market and advocate for you throughout the entire process, I highly recommend working with Jewel."
Contact
Get in Touch
Reach out to Jewel Martin-Ballard Realty for inquiries, property collaborations, or to learn more about our full-service residential real estate representation.
