By Jessie Railey, Associate Broker | Railey Realty
Looking back on the first three quarters of 2026, there is so much to be thankful for. By the end of August, I had helped buyers and sellers complete more than $10 million in real estate sales throughout Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County, Maryland.
It’s a milestone I’m proud of, and one made possible by the people who trusted me along the way. Every closing represents someone’s plans, a meaningful transition, or the beginning of something new.
To my clients, friends, family, and everyone who has passed my name along—thank you!
Helping People Find Their Special Place at Deep Creek
One of my favorite parts of working in Deep Creek Lake real estate is hearing what brings people here.
For some, it’s years of visiting the lake and finally deciding to find a place of their own. For others, it’s a mountain getaway, a year-round home, or land where they can bring their ideas to life.
Everyone’s version of their special place looks a little different. Getting to know those hopes—and helping turn them into something real—is what makes this work so rewarding.
This year has brought opportunities to help buyers and sellers with a wide range of properties. A few of those completed sales include:
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Each came with its own priorities, questions, and decisions. Being invited into that process is something I appreciate every time.
Local Knowledge and Personal Attention
Growing up in Garrett County has shaped the way I help people buy and sell homes here. The conversations go beyond a property’s features to how someone hopes to live, gather, and spend their time.
Whether we’re discussing neighborhoods, lake access, proximity to Wisp Resort, or the possibilities within a home, my goal is to help clients understand their options and feel comfortable with their decisions.
For sellers, my 15 years in design and staging bring another perspective. Preparing a home, recognizing what makes it special, and presenting it thoughtfully all help tell its story. That preparation works alongside careful pricing, marketing, negotiation, and communication throughout the sale.
Reaching this milestone has come through that everyday work: listening closely, following through, working through challenges, and keeping each client’s goals at the center of the process.
Grateful to Live and Work in Garrett County
Having been born and raised here, I know how fortunate I am to call this area home.
Time on the lake, mountain bike rides, hiking trails, and winter days on the slopes are part of what makes life here special to me. Raising my own family in the same community adds another layer of appreciation for this place and the people in it.
Helping others find their connection to Deep Creek makes my work especially meaningful. There’s something wonderful about knowing a home will become the setting for family weekends, new traditions, and memories that haven’t happened yet.
Selling a home can be just as personal. Helping someone move on from a place they’ve loved requires care and an understanding of what that transition means to them.
As a third-generation Railey agent and Associate Broker with Railey Realty, I’m grateful to continue a family tradition rooted in this community while bringing my own experience and approach to the work.
Thank You for Being Part of This Year
To my buyers and sellers, thank you for trusting me with such important decisions and allowing me to be part of your next chapter.
To past clients, friends, and neighbors, thank you for your referrals and continued support. Recommending me to someone you care about means a great deal, and I never take that trust for granted.
And to my colleagues and the local professionals who help each transaction come together, thank you for your hard work along the way.
More than $10 million in sales is a milestone worth celebrating. What makes it especially meaningful is the opportunity to do work I love, help people find their special places, and build a life in the community that has always been home.
If buying or selling a home at Deep Creek Lake or in Garrett County, Maryland, is part of your plans, I’d love to hear what you have in mind!
Jessie Railey | Associate Broker
Railey Realty | Deep Creek Lake
Cell: 240-442-7262
Office: 301-387-2000
Jessie@Railey.com
LiveAtDeepCreekLake.com
Three Generations. One Trusted Name.
Production figures are based on the agent production report dated October 20, 2026. Credited sales volume for January–August totaled $10,045,775 and accounts for shared transactions. Individual prices shown are closed property sale prices.