Virginia O'Brien

Virginia O'Brien HELPS YOU MOVE IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION

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Virginia O'Brien Coldwell Banker Chairman's Circle, Coldwell Banker Diamond Society, Coldwell Banker Sterling Society, Realtor (518) 210-5877 Cell virginia.obrien@coldwellbankerprime.com

Good Neighbor Award Recipient

GCAR has named Ginny O'Brien of Coldwell Banker Prime Properties as the 2019 Good Neighbor Award winner. Ginny has been volunteering with St. Paul’s Center, a homeless organization in Rensselaer County, since 2013. She currently sits on the board and is a past president. St. Paul’s Center will receive a $3,000 grant on Ginny’s behalf.

Read more about Ginny's volunteerism.

Welcome to my Website

  • Experienced, Knowledgeable Realtor
  • Resident of the Capital Region for 30 years
  • Affiliated with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties for 25 years
  • Active in many area organizations

Community Involvement

  1. Former Manager of Coldwell Banker Prime Properties Office in
    East Greenbush, NY; Currently Associate Broker with Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, Loudonville Office
  2. Past Town Board Member of the East Greenbush Town Board
  3. Past Member and Minority Leader of the Rensselaer County Legislature
  4. Board Member, St. Paul's Center, Rensselaer, NY
  5. Former Board Member of the Women's Club of Albany
  6. Member, Board of Trustees, Catholic Charities
  7. Founder and Former Member of the East Greenbush Parks Task Force
  8. Former Member, Parish Council, St. Michael's Church
  9. Former Board Member of the Pastures, HOA
  10. Member of Community Outreach and Legislative Committees of the Greater Capital Area Realtor Association

Personal Interests

  1. Love working with first-time homebuyers
  2. Interested in promoting my hometown and community
  3. Enjoy vacation and travel experiences-most recent "GREAT" trip- Rhine River Cruise
  4. Avid Reader; Member Friends of the East Greenbush Library
  5. Enjoy learning more about and participating in area "Arts" events-Capital Rep and Proctor's are a favorite!
  6. Follower of local music venues, movies, and visiting writers

 

Personal Background

  1. Married, with grown children and grandchildren
  2. Grew up on Long Island, moved to the Albany area to attend College
  3. Graduate of the State University of New York at Albany
  4. Intensely Interested in Community - Been an elected official for over 25 years
  5. Love working on Beautification Projects in the Community
  6. Member of many community organizations
  7. Boundless energy and knowledge of the Capital Region

Professional Background

Ginny has had much experience working with people in several career paths that she has undertaken. Ginny has worked with seniors as the Director of a 100-unit independent living facility for seniors in the Capital Region.  She has worked as an Admissions Coordinator for a local nursing home. Ginny's working style of diligence and persistence has been a hallmark of the professional service she is known to deliver.

In addition to working with seniors as regards their housing situations, Ginny has had extensive experience working with many community groups. Some of these include the Parks Task Force and the Youth Commission for the Town of East Greenbush. Ginny was active in the East Greenbush Business Alliance.  

Experienced in working on Community Projects

Senior Housing Expert

Networks with Business Leaders and Owners

Professional Interests

Active Member in Many Local Organizations:

Friends of the East Greenbush Library

Social Justice Committee/St. Michael's Church

Former Member, Pastoral Council, St. Michael's Church

Board Member, St. Paul's Center, Rensselaer, NY

Trustee, Catholic Charities

 

Testimonials

"Ginny worked with us to find the right buyer for our home. She took the time to truly figure out what our house was worth rather than lump it in with other 4 BR homes in the area that lacked many of the amenities that our home had. We appreciate all of her hard work and how quickly the house sold." - Anita

 

"Ginny was a consummate professional who adapted and thrived in a very "outside the box" property and transaction. She went above and beyond to make sure both we and the sellers were happy.  She made sure I had every bit of information I needed to make sure I was making a good decision and pulled those answers from way out of the scope of her normal duties. We are very happy with Ginny." -  Eric

 

 

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WHAT MY CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING

As first time home buyers, we were nervous and unsure what to expect. Ginny patiently talked us through every step, providing us guidance, resources and reassurance. Right from... read more
Emily Sylvester
We're settling into our new home, and love it. We had to let you know that we're incredibly thankful for everything you did to help us buy. You were truly amazing throughou... read more
Leigha S. and Sophia G.
Ginny O'Brien is a fantastic realtor, she was informative and educative about the home buying process and what to look for during a showing. She was also very patient in find... read more
Nathaniel G Cole
What a wonderful agent! Ginny stuck with us for several years of looking- advising and helping us make our final decision. She is a great professional but also an awesome human b... read more
Paula & Evan Hennessy
Ginny was very knowledgeable and professional and helped stage our house perfectly to sell in 4 days. She truly cares about you and goes out of her way to help, even adding fin... read more
Kelly Morris
Efficient, knowledgeable and reliable, she went to any length to help make a sale. Very grateful for all her hard work!
Daniel P New
She was a pleasure to work with understanding of our circumstances .
Estate of Fred A. Nardacci
The attention to details and candid advice and counsel.
Frank J. Walsh
Ginny was always there to assist us selling our home and purchasing a new home.
William L. Dedrick
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