A long-time Houstonian, Jay graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor's degree in English and holds a master's degree in architecture from the University of Houston. This architectural background allows him to provide his clients with a wider perspective as they consider their home purchases.

While Jay has an excellent understanding of new construction and appreciates Modern architecture, he has a passion for historic preservation. Having restored his personal River Oaks home and several other houses in the area, Jay has keen insight into what can be done to update older structures without damaging their period integrity and vintage charm.

With sales exceeding $780 million since his career began in 1992 Jay is among the top 100 producers nationally for Sotheby's International Realty and honored to be a part of Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty where he is a consistent top producer and member of the highly coveted Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence and the Circle of Excellence Hall of Fame.

A global powerhouse dating back to 1744 Sotheby's maintains a presence across 74 countries and territories. This creates a reach and recognition that can access unique referral resources globally. Furthermore, as the #1 Most Profiled Real Estate Company in the Press, Sotheby's has name recognition and credibility that has helped to create the world's most visited luxury real estate website.

These are a few of the factors that have contributed to Jay's success, but perhaps, the most important is his philosophy. It's one that keeps his clients coming back year after year because, for Jay, it's not over after the closing. He wants to be his clients' Realtor for life so to him, It's not about selling one house; it's about building relationships.

In his free time, Jay enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, swimming with the master's groups at the Houstonian Club and Rice University; and supporting charitable groups such as the Special Olympics and Houston Boxer Rescue.



PROFESSIONAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS




  • #55 Producer Nationally in 2021 for Sotheby's International Realty
    Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence, 2005 2022

  • Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence Hall of Fame


  • Among Top 10 Producers in Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty consistently since 2009:

    • #1 Company Producer, 2010, 2015, 2016

    • #2 Company Producer, 2009, 2018, 2021

    • #3 Company Producer, 2011, 2014, 2020

    • #4 Company Producer, 2022

    • #5 Company Producer, 2012, 2017

    • #7 Company Producer, 2013

    • #8 Company Producer, 2019




  • Houston Business Journal - Top 25 Agents 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021


  • Houston Business Journal Luxury Sales Agent Award Recipient


  • Expert speaker and panelist on a range of topics including Selling New Construction at Sotheby's Global Networking event in Vancouver in 2018




PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:



  • Houston Association of Realtors

  • Texas Association of Realtors

  • National Association of Realtors

  • Preservation Houston

  • Preservation River Oaks

  • Rice Design Alliance


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Houston Association of REALTORS®

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Listings by Jay Monroe & Prior Sales

326 W 18th St

Houston, TX 77008
$1,000K
Active
4 beds
3 baths
3,052 sqft.

98 Drew St A

Houston, TX 77006
$550K
Active
3 beds
2 baths
2,376 sqft.

7527 Foster Island Dr

Richmond, TX 77406
$2.85M
Active
6 beds
6 baths
6,878 sqft.
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Sold: 04/13/2026
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1923 Elmen St

Houston, TX 77019
$1.43M - $1.64M
Sold
3 beds
3 baths
3,472 sqft.
Sold: 04/03/2026
Represented: Seller

5205 Del Monte Dr

Houston, TX 77056
$552K - $627K
Sold
9,813 sqft. lot
Sold: 04/03/2026
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5203 Del Monte Dr

Houston, TX 77056
$482K - $552K
Sold
11,824 sqft. lot
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Rented: 12/26/2025
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1224 Nelson Falls Ln

Houston, TX 77008
$0 - $10K
Rented
3 beds
2 baths
2,518 sqft.
Rented: 01/16/2025
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3908 Villanova St

Houston, TX 77005
$0 - $10K
Rented
3 beds
2 baths
1,256 sqft.
Rented: 07/06/2024
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1001 W 21st St #2

Houston, TX 77008
$0 - $10K
Rented
3 beds
3 baths
1,967 sqft.
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711 Tulane St

Houston, TX 77007
$1,000K
Under Contract - OP
3 beds
2 baths
2,250 sqft.

930 W 43rd St

Houston, TX 77018
$1.25M
Under Contract - OP
4 beds
3 baths
3,355 sqft.

2216 Arlington Street

Houston, TX 77008
$1.33M
Active
4 beds
3 baths
3,345 sqft.
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