Brown Harris Stevens

SmartMLS
Fairfield Board of Realtors
CT Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors

Originally from Vienna, Austria, Monika brings a unique perspective to her work as a real estate agent. Growing up in a family of architects and construction engineers, she developed a strong understanding of how to transform a vision into a home.

Monika earned her Master's degree in Event & Hospitality Management in Austria before moving to New York City, where she thrived as a corporate meeting and event planner. This role honed her skills in client relations and attention to detail, which are now pivotal in her real estate career.

Having spent her adult life in both New York City and Fairfield County, Monika has personally navigated the process of buying and selling homes multiple times with her family. This firsthand experience has given her a deep appreciation for the emotions and stresses that accompany these significant decisions.

Residing in Fairfield County for over a decade—first in Norwalk, then in Southport—and having worked with clients all over lower Fairfield County, Monika possesses invaluable and deep local knowledge about Fairfield and its surrounding towns. She understands that real estate transactions are not just business; they're personal. Her commitment to providing unparalleled service and guidance ensures a smooth and pleasant experience for her clients.

Monika is appreciated for her assertiveness, resourcefulness, and strong negotiation skills, complemented by her kind demeanor and keen insight. Her diligent and thorough research of real estate transactions have earned her the trust of many satisfied clients. She consistently strives to minimize any inconvenience during the buying or selling process.

Outside of real estate, Monika is a social and active member of her community. She engages with her children’s schools and sports teams and maintains a robust network of friends in Fairfield County. Fluent in English, German, and Polish—and conversant in French and Spanish—she enjoys a diverse range of interests, including dance, tennis, hiking, skiing, and her biggest passion of traveling with her family.

Whether you're looking to buy or sell, Monika is dedicated to turning your real estate dreams into reality.

Testimonials:

Monika is the best real estate agent we have ever met! We were looking for a new house for over 2yrs and she has been very patient with us, always so prompt with new openings. She was so great to work with, very knowledgeable on every aspects of the houses and current market, and if not she would do lots of researches for you.. She even followed up after we closed to provide us renovation recommendations and information we needed. She is one of the best and we highly recommend Monika! - Celia H.

Monika worked tirelessly on our behalf (for years) to help us find a home. She was patient, persistent and always trying to match us to a perfect fit. She is extremely thorough, professional and always a step ahead of everything. Her kindness and concern shines through!! Highly recommend! - Janice G.

I have worked with many real estate agents over the years and Monika Filipek is the best of the best. She is easy to be with, never puts on any pressure, and always makes you feel like her most important client. Right from the beginning of our search, she was patient, attentive, and eager to help us. Even before she knew if we were serious buyers she showed nothing but genuine enthusiasm and caring. I always felt that she had our best interest at heart. Our search went on for quite a while, but she never wavered in her determination to find the perfect home for our family. Monika genuinely cares that you find a home that you love and understands how emotional and stressful the process can be. She was there with us every single step of the way, right up until the day we closed and she gave us the keys to our new home. Monika started out as our realtor and now we are happy to call her a friend. - Amanda and Betsey K.

Monika made the whole process of buying a house and moving so easy and less stressful. Moving to a new town with 3 kids isn’t easy. Finding the right house isn’t easy. She went above and beyond anything my husband and I could have expected. First, she took me all around town, showing me the different neighborhoods and roads, teaching me about Fairfield and all it has to offer. She learned immediately what I was looking for and helped us find the perfect house. Next, she was patient as we had to sell our previous house and worked through all different scenarios to make sure we were able to buy the house we wanted. She even went to Town Hall to investigate and confirm property lines and other questions that arose as we became interested in a property. The whole process was seamless. - Kelly W.S.

Monika was great from initial casual discussions about possibly selling (over a year ago) through closing. Her attention to detail, (always timely) follow-through, and help working with 3rd parties to solve some complicated circumstances got us through to the finish line. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone buying or selling in the area. - Geoff & Sara K.

Monika was confident, knowledgeable, honest and assertive without being pushy. We felt represented and guided while still being listened to and not talked down to for what we didn’t know. Monika talked us off many ledges in what is a confusing process for a newbie. WE LOVE HER! - Matt P.

Truly a fabulous experience with Monika from start to finish. From the prep work to list the house and get it show-ready, to the thoughtfulness and research in making sure that the house was competitively and appropriately priced, to the open houses and follow-ups, Monika was on top of it all, thorough, and made us feel at ease. Our house was sold within a matter of a week or two and from then till close, she was in consistent contact to make sure there were no last minute scrambles and everything went smoothly. She was a joy to work with and knows the market well! - Sarah R.

It is with enthusiasm, respect and gratitude that I write a letter of recommendation for my real estate agent, Monika Filipek. My husband and I made the difficult decision to relocate this summer to be closer to our grandchildren. This involved selling a home we loved in a community we loved and leaving life time friends we loved. Monika made it her business to know our background which enabled her to recognize the signs of melancholy and indecision that occurred in the early stages of our relationship. Monika combines an intuitive sensitivity with a sharp intellect and completes this combination with respect and patience. I am happy to say my husband and I are settling into our new home, meeting our new neighbors and looking forward to watching our grandkids swim in our new community pool. - Patty and Bill B.

My husband and I recently had the pleasure of working with Monika. Monika helped us find “the one”, as she was diligent, professional and friendly in assisting us with our search. We can’t say enough about the assistance she gave us throughout every step of our contract and even after we took occupancy. She is a gem of a realtor, and we look forward to turning to her for all of our future real estate needs! - Nancy L.

We interviewed a few different realty companies and Monika blew us away to the point we signed on with her for both the sale of our current home and purchasing of our new home. She was prepared, professional and most of all passionate. We knew we would be in good hands. Monika went above and beyond helping us to prepare, from decorating tips to inspection results to negotiating the right offer. She was our partner and was there every step of the way regardless of day and time. She made us a priority. She deserves the highest praise. I will definitely be referring my family and friends to Monika. - Scott and Sandy F.

Monika is excellent at her job and will exceed your expectations! She’s extremely knowledgeable, is always a step ahead, diligent, and sticks by her clients until every last need is complete. She is honest, fair, and someone you can trust. She puts in the time and dedication necessary ensure nothing slips through the cracks. She also has a great network of resources to pull in additional expertise or services when needed. She’s also a lovely person and easy to get along with; I highly recommend Monika! - Margarethe and Will P.

Annie and Monika helped us every step of the way in selling our house. We had 8 offers the first weekend we listed and they helped guide us to seal the deal. It was as painless as selling a house with 4 little kids could possibly be! - Jeffrey N.

Monika and Annie were wonderful to work with to sell my house. They really listened to my perspective and offered wise insight on how to navigate this intense real estate market. Having access to both Annie and Monika meant no calls or texts were left unanswered and I always had the support I needed. When things got stressful towards the end they not only offered reassuring words but showed up at my house ready to work and ensured a smooth process. They were truly with me every step of the way. - Kristin L.