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Darlene & Company Real Estate is a residential real estate team led by broker Darlene Umina, based in Framingham, MA with a second office in Waltham. The team holds CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) and SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) designations and states it serves the Sudbury-to-Natick corridor, including Framingham. Google shows a 5-star average from 51 ratings, and BBB records an A+ grade. The 36 reviews on file span 2021 through mid-2026 with zero negative comments, and they describe consistent, specific strengths rather than vague praise. A recent 2026 reviewer reported that Darlene's pricing strategy for their home sale produced multiple strong offers and a sale price well above what they had anticipated. In a 2025 review, a client described Darlene staying steadfast through a sale that fell out of escrow three times before finally closing, and another 2025 seller of a new-construction home credited her marketing — professional photos, video, and Matterport 3D tours — with bringing in multiple offers above asking price within days. In a 2024 review, a client described searching with Darlene for over six years before finding the right home, then having her coordinate contractors and vendors through a complicated linked sale and purchase. A fellow real estate professional's 2026 review, describing having represented many of Darlene's clients, praised her knowledge of market trends. Self-reported tenure varies across sources — the website states 10+ years in business, while a Boston Magazine profile describes her career beginning over 15 years ago, and BBB records the current LLC as formed in 2018 — worth a quick clarifying question, though it doesn't affect the strength of the record itself. For a MetroWest Boston homeowner or buyer, especially a first-time buyer or someone navigating a complicated sale, this is a deeply experienced, consistently well-reviewed team.
We had a wonderful experience working with Darlene for both buying and selling our home, and we can’t recommend her highly enough! Darlene guided us on when to list and how to price our home strategically, which resulted in multiple strong offers and a sale price well above what we anticipated. As buyers, Darlene’s guidance throughout the process was spot-on, and she gave us a real competitive edge. She was able to arrange private showings before open houses any time we asked, and whenever we expressed interest in a property, she'd reach out to the seller's agent to gather as much information as possible to help inform our decisions. When we found the house we wanted to buy, we ended up in a bidding war, and she knew exactly how to position our offer so that we won without overpaying. Thanks to Darlene, we sold our home for a great price, and we are now living in a house and neighborhood that we love!
Darlene was wonderful to work with, she was approchable and easy to talk to. She answered all our questions and was always available.
She is one of the best realtors in the business! I have represented many of her clients and her knowledge of real estate trends allows her to best prepare her clients for purchases and sales. I would never hesitate to refer any of my clients to Darlene and her team!
Working with Darlene to sell our home was an outstanding experience from start to finish. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the market and guided us through every step with confidence and clarity. Her professionalism stood out immediately, but what really made a difference was her wonderful energy—she kept us motivated and reassured throughout the entire process. Darlene’s expertise truly shined when it came to negotiations. Thanks to her strategy and insight, we were able to secure an amazing offer that exceeded our expectations. She was always responsive, transparent, and fully committed to getting us the best possible outcome. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. If you’re looking for someone who is skilled, dedicated, and a pleasure to work with, Darlene is the one. We highly recommend!
Darlene and the whole company were great. Incredibly professional and knowledgeable. As a first time home-buyer I felt very well taken care of. I would definitely recommend them!
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Repeat clients4.8
Verified license4.8
Sells above asking4.7
Fast sales4.6
Decades of repeat clients4.6