As Managing Partner and Broker in Charge at The Agency Hilton Head, The Agency Beaufort, and The Agency Savannah, Alison Melton brings more than a decade of award-winning luxury real estate expertise to her clients and colleagues across Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Beaufort, Charleston, and Savannah & Coastal Georgia. She leads The Melton Group powered by The Agency, an elite, all-female team representing discerning buyers and sellers of waterfront homes, private golf communities, deep-water estates, and equestrian properties throughout the South Carolina Lowcountry.

The Melton Group is a trusted resource for both relocating buyers and local residents seeking results-driven service. The team has delivered record-breaking sales, exclusive off-market opportunities, and highly customized marketing strategies that consistently outperform the market. In 2025, they ranked #2 Small Team in Bluffton by RealTrends Verified, #24 in the state of South Carolina, and within the Top 2% of all agents by volume in the Hilton Head MLS.

Alison’s deep specialization spans Sea Pines, Palmetto Bluff, Berkeley Hall, Colleton River, Oldfield, Hampton Lake, and the region’s most coveted private, gated lifestyle communities. Her global investment perspective, shaped by real estate ventures across the United States and internationally, allows her to advise clients with unmatched insight on second-home investment, vacation properties, and high-ROI luxury renovations.

A Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) and Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS), and GUILD Elite member of the Luxury Home Marketing Institute, Alison has surpassed $300 million in career sales, setting notable community records for waterfront and golf-view luxury properties. Her leadership extends beyond production. She serves the industry as a Crystal R Major Investor in RPAC, a multi-year REALTOR® Service Award honoree, and a former Director on the Board of Hilton Head Area REALTORS®.

Alison’s strategic approach blends sharp market intelligence, global digital reach, and an elevated white-glove service model. From expertly guiding families relocating to the Lowcountry to curating powerful narratives for listings that drive visibility and demand, she delivers next-level representation at every step. Her passion lies in helping clients lead the Lowcountry lifestyle, whether purchasing a dream retreat with sunset marsh views or selling a cherished estate for maximum value.

Originally from New York, Alison earned a triple major in Leadership Studies, International Studies, and Spanish from the University of Richmond, later building a prolific career in Latin American investment banking on Wall Street. That global business pedigree, combined with her entrepreneurial drive and intimate love of Hilton Head’s warm coastal lifestyle, fuels her success as one of the region’s most influential real estate leaders.

Today, Alison continues to elevate the standard of luxury representation across the Lowcountry and Southeastern coastal markets. Her steadfast commitment to client success, future-focused mindset, and reputation for securing exceptional outcomes define her as a trusted advisor and a formidable advocate for every client she represents.