Margarida Martins-Querido

z CENTURY 21 Shutters & Sails

Margarida Martins-Querido is a dynamic and passionate real estate professional who blends business acumen with a deep commitment to community service. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Services with a concentration in Business Administration, equipping her with a comprehensive understanding of the human and financial aspects of real estate.


Currently, Margarida serves as the President of OpSail Connecticut , the First Vice President of the Women\342\200\231s Council of Realtors of Eastern Connecticut, and is a Board Director at the Riverfront Children\342\200\231s Center, where she advocates for quality early childhood education for working families. Her leadership extends to numerous civic and professional organizations. She is a dedicated committee member for Community Outreach, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and Legislative Affairs at the Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors (ECAR). Margarida is also an active member of the Military Affairs Council at the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut and proudly serves as an Ambassador for the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce.


Her professional journey includes eight years in the Finance Department of a pharmaceutical company, as well as experience as a business owner\342\200\224both of which sharpened her financial expertise and entrepreneurial mindset. Margarida became a homeowner 15 years ago, a pivotal moment that sparked her passion for real estate and helping others achieve the dream of homeownership.


For the past 25 years, she has called New London County home, relocating there when her husband was stationed at the Naval Submarine Base New London. Originally from France, she began her U.S. journey in Rhode Island and has since made Eastern Connecticut her lifelong community.


A certified Military Relocation Professional, Margarida is especially passionate about supporting veterans and displaced individuals in their housing journeys. Her work in real estate goes beyond transactions\342\200\224she is committed to addressing the systemic issues of housing instability and homelessness through collaborative efforts with local stakeholders.


Margarida's multicultural and multilingual background\342\200\224fluent in French, Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese, and proficient in Spanish\342\200\224enables her to connect authentically with clients from all walks of life. As a proud member of the Rotary Club of Norwich and the Cape Verdean Santiago Society, she continues to be a driving force for positive change within her community.


In every role she undertakes, Margarida brings empathy, integrity, and a solutions-driven mindset, making her not only a trusted real estate advisor but also a true community leader.