Melanie Cruz

Efficiency, effectiveness, and results – that’s what you can expect when you work with Melanie.

Melanie studied at the University of California, Los Angeles where she majored in Political Science and History, made valuable connections, and began her work in the legal field. Coming from a legal background, she has a comprehensive understanding of the law, strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills. When it comes to real estate, she has been able to translate those skills into an effective business model. Melanie’s welcoming personality has allowed her to build strong relationships with her clients and those in her network. Despite her calm and composed demeanor, Melanie is a fierce advocate for her clients and aims to achieve the best results. Because of her strong skill set, Melanie is able to thoroughly and effectively examine deals and find the best path for her clients, paving the way from start to finish.

Melanie has a strong interest in fashion, a keen eye for design, and an innate ability to turn any space into a magical place that feels like home. Currently, Melanie oversees all operations and logistics for DRU.

When she’s not working with clients or at DRU, Melanie loves catching a sunset at the beach, working out, reading a good book, browsing for design inspiration, and exploring new restaurants in the city. Melanie also spends her free time volunteering with animal rescue groups.