With more than 20 years of experience working alongside a prominent Rye developer and builder, Monique Varsames brings an unusually comprehensive understanding of homes to residential real estate. Her expertise extends well beyond interior design. Having been involved in projects from initial concept through completion, she has developed a discerning eye for architecture, construction, craftsmanship, proportion, and the details that distinguish an exceptional property.
Throughout her career, Monique has worked closely with an in-house architect through the design and construction process, overseeing the selection and coordination of both exterior and interior finishes for homes built in Rye. Her experience encompasses everything from exterior materials and architectural details to kitchens, baths, flooring, millwork, lighting, hardware, paint, and finishes—giving her an intimate understanding of how a home comes together from the ground up.
Monique also has extensive experience renovating existing homes, with particular expertise in Tudor-style architecture. She understands the balance required to thoughtfully update an older home while respecting the architectural integrity, craftsmanship, and character that make it distinctive. Whether evaluating an existing property, envisioning a renovation, or considering new construction, she is able to recognize both quality and potential that may not be immediately apparent.
This depth of experience provides Monique with a valuable perspective when representing buyers and sellers. For buyers, she can help identify possibilities within a property and envision how a home might be adapted to suit their needs and lifestyle. For sellers, her design and construction expertise informs how a property can be thoughtfully presented and positioned so its strongest attributes are recognized.
Her understanding of Westchester extends beyond its suburban communities. Having previously lived on a farm in South Salem and grown up with horses, Monique has a genuine appreciation for country estates, equestrian properties, and the lifestyle that accompanies them. Her lifelong connection to horses and the outdoors continues today through riding, hiking, walking her dogs, and spending time in nature.
Now with Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty, Monique brings together decades of design and construction experience, an intimate understanding of Westchester homes, and a highly personal approach to client service. She values discretion, communication, attention to detail, and the trust that comes with guiding clients through one of life’s most significant decisions.
