The residential property market still stands out as one of the most watched segments of the US economy since there is a direct link between housing transactions and migration, consumer sentiment, and investment in that area. Over the last few years, several regions in the Northeast have witnessed a shift in housing demand, as consumers have been purchasing homes in areas outside urban regions while commuting and even working from home. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, the national housing market remains tight, with limited supply and rising prices. Nevertheless, housing sales and buying activity in the market have recovered due to increased supply.
In Pennsylvania, the Pocono Mountain area has always appealed to a combination of full-time residents, second homeowners, and investors in properties. A variety of housing types exist in Pike, Wayne, and Monroe Counties, including conventional residential areas, lake communities, woodlands, and new residential areas. Housing demands in these areas have moved with general trends in the US housing market, while local features like tourism and recreation and proximity to the New York metropolitan area have played an important role in shaping buyer preferences. The region’s evolution has brought changes to real estate market services.
McAteer & Will Estates is one example of a real estate team that developed within this regional environment. Established in 2018 by Lisa McAteer, Alexander McAteer, and Carl Will, the organization operates as a real estate team within Keller Williams Real Estate from its headquarters at 402 Broad Street in Milford, Pennsylvania. Rather than functioning as an independent brokerage, the team works within the Keller Williams franchise network while concentrating on residential transactions throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. Since its formation, the organization has expanded its activities across Pike, Wayne, and Monroe Counties, where it represents buyers and sellers in residential, luxury, land, investment, and new construction transactions.
Working under the Keller Williams brand has influenced the way the team does business, along with their concentration on local markets. Their work includes selling residential homes, luxury homes, vacant lands, vacation homes, investment options, and new construction. Company records indicate that their services include market comparative analysis, property marketing, relocation services, staging, and assistance with mortgage loan programs. Digital elements used by the team in the property marketing process include professional photography, three-dimensional virtual tours using Matterport, aerial pictures through drone, and artificial intelligence-powered listing management.
The team’s primary geographic concentration remains the Pocono Mountains region. Pike County serves as its principal market, although operations extend into neighboring Wayne and Monroe Counties. These areas include communities that attract both year-round residents and second-home buyers, creating demand across multiple housing categories. The organization has also participated in new residential developments, including serving as the listing team for Pine Hill Farm, a modern farmhouse community in Milford. The project represents one example of the company’s involvement in new construction alongside its traditional residential sales activities.
As the business expanded, measurable production became one way of tracking its growth. By September 2026, McAteer & Will Estates reported completing more than 1,485 real estate transactions with career closed sales exceeding $500+ million. Independent industry recognition has also reflected this growth. RealTrends ranked the team first within its local market, tenth in Pennsylvania, and 144th nationally among real estate teams in 2024. In 2025, Keller Williams Greater Pennsylvania Region recognized the team as number one in both units and sales volume. These rankings place the organization’s production within broader industry benchmarks while illustrating its position in the regional housing market.
Recognition has also extended beyond production statistics. Lisa McAteer received two Gold honors in the 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards in the categories of Outstanding Female Executive, Outstanding Market Maker and Outstanding Female Executive, Outstanding Transformation Leader. She also received a 2026 Global Recognition Award, while the 2026 Quality Business Awards recognized McAteer & Will Estates. Separate civic recognition included a Pennsylvania Senate Commendation sponsored by Senator Lisa Baker and acknowledgements from the Pike County Chamber of Commerce. These awards relate to both business performance and community engagement documented across several independent and organizational sources.
Beyond transaction activity, the organization has maintained a visible presence in local civic life. Coverage by the Pike County Courier has documented participation in community events, charitable initiatives, seasonal festivals, business organizations, and public activities across the Milford area. These reports include Apple Fest, Toast to Milford, Rotary events, NEPA Gives, food assistance initiatives, and other regional programs. This type of coverage highlights how the group has continued to stay in touch with the communities in which it operates while participating in local events that go beyond simply selling homes.
Since its inception in 2018 and its growth throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania, McAteer & Will Estates has grown into a regional real estate group within the Keller Williams Real Estate family. The company’s history includes residential sales, technology marketing, market focus, and growth in the Pocono Mountains region. As housing demand continues to change across Pennsylvania and the broader United States, the organization’s development provides one example of how locally focused real estate teams have adapted their operations while remaining centered on the communities they serve.