Joel got his first hands-on experience with real estate as a teenager, working for several years on the maintenance crew of a classic 1912 apartment building in Philadelphia. The job taught him early how to work with experts in every trade, and to keep tenants happy with creative problem-solving. In 1989, Nelson moved to Washington, DC to attend American University, where he obtained a degree in p...
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Buyer's AgentListing AgentStagingInvestment PropertiesRentalsNew Construction
Joel Nelson and his whole team worked tirelessly to get our house ready for sale, their ongoing communication was appreciated and they got us more than our asking price....
Joel Nelson and his whole team worked tirelessly to get our house ready for sale, their ongoing communication was appreciated and ...
We recently used the Joel Nelson Group to sell our home in Northeast DC. This is the fourth home we have sold over the past 20 years and our first time using Joel’s team....
We recently used the Joel Nelson Group to sell our home in Northeast DC. This is the fourth home we have sold over the past 20 yea...
5.0
2/1/2026
• Gerred Howe
Sold a Townhouse home in 2026 in Capitol hill, Washington, DC.
If I could give Joel and Team 6 Stars I would. From the start Joel was helpful, knowledgeable and ready to answer questions (I tend to have several). After living in our ...
If I could give Joel and Team 6 Stars I would. From the start Joel was helpful, knowledgeable and ready to answer questions (I ten...
5.0
12/12/2025
• ziad89
Sold a Townhouse home in 2025 in Capitol hill, Washington, DC.
We trusted the Joel Nelson Group with the sale of our most important asset after hearing that they were one of the best in town and, certainly, the best in the Capitol Hi...
We trusted the Joel Nelson Group with the sale of our most important asset after hearing that they were one of the best in town an...
5.0
8/24/2025
• Shreya Sen
Bought a Townhouse home in 2025 in Potomac yard-potomac greens, Alexandria, VA.
We worked with Alan, Alexi and the team- they were really helpful and resourceful. Very trustworthy and made the whole process very smooth. They helped make sure we made ...
We worked with Alan, Alexi and the team- they were really helpful and resourceful. Very trustworthy and made the whole process ver...
5.0
7/22/2025
• Matt Thompson
Sold a Condo home in 2025 in Capitol hill, Washington, DC.
The Joel Nelson Group was *really great* to work with in selling our condo. They made everything as easy as possible for us, setting a reasonable budget for repairs ahead...
The Joel Nelson Group was *really great* to work with in selling our condo. They made everything as easy as possible for us, setti...
Taylor Erwin and her team at Joel Nelson Group helped us find a new home in Capitol Hill. Coming from Denver, we really appreciated the extra support. Taylor made us feel...
Taylor Erwin and her team at Joel Nelson Group helped us find a new home in Capitol Hill. Coming from Denver, we really appreciate...
5.0
4/24/2025
• Elizabeth Lockett
Sold a Townhouse home in 2025 in Capitol hill, Washington, DC.
Joel and his whole team, including Jen and Taylor, made the sale of my home completely seamless and stress-free. I had an offer within 36 hours of listing my home and c...
Joel and his whole team, including Jen and Taylor, made the sale of my home completely seamless and stress-free. I had an offer w...
5.0
2/11/2025
• ShaneCashin
Sold a Condo home in 2025 in Logan circle, Washington, DC.
I had an excellent experience working with Joel, Taylor, and their supporting team to sell my condo. They were professional, communicative, and guided me through every st...
I had an excellent experience working with Joel, Taylor, and their supporting team to sell my condo. They were professional, commu...
5.0
1/21/2025
• jjsmith84
Sold a Condo home in 2024 in Park slope, Brooklyn, NY.
Joel & his team were literally amazing. His professionalism and attention to detail was unapparelled. We owners lived out of state and Joel handled all details from a d...
Joel & his team were literally amazing. His professionalism and attention to detail was unapparelled. We owners lived out of sta...