Hello

Hi, I'm Erin Terkelsen

Deep Roots. Sharp Strategy. Zero Fluff.

My family’s Cape Cod story began in 1926 when my great-grandparents first came to Barnstable. A century later, we’re still here. Anchored on the Upper Cape where I live with my family—both human and corgi, my real estate work extends across the entire county. To me, the Cape isn’t just a market; it’s home. I don’t just help clients buy or sell houses. I help them build their future. Whether it’s a dream home, a smart investment, or a downsizing plan years in the making, I approach every transaction with relentless determination—part detective, part treasure hunter, always persistent.

Before real estate, I spent 25 years in the high-pressure world of professional kitchens, working for years as a restaurant chef and culminating as an Executive Chef at a Boston law firm. Like a busy restaurant on a Saturday night, real estate can be a high-stakes, deeply emotional experience driven by tight deadlines and massive expectations. Years of managing kitchens taught me to anticipate the unexpected. My battle-tested skills keep everyone moving toward the same goal with ease, focus, and total equanimity.

I’m direct, efficient, and entirely unafraid to tell it like it is—whether we’re talking about the brutal honesty of a pricing strategy or spotting hidden potential others overlook. I also bring a deep structural understanding to every transaction from my time serving on the Sandwich Conservation Commission and Mashpee’s Conservation and Sewer Commissions. I understand local regulations, permitting, land use, and the nuances of town government, allowing me to navigate the red tape seamlessly on your behalf.

While some may chase volume, I prioritize quality over quantity. Fewer clients, more attention, better results. My approach is deeply human-centric, but I back it up with a highly advanced, tech-driven toolkit. For sellers, my custom, AI-driven platform puts your listing in front of intentional buyers with surgical precision. For buyers, I leverage that same data and my intimate knowledge of the Cape—from water quality to local conservation futures—to help you find “the one.”

When you work with me, you get an agent whose straightforward approach, deep local history, and advanced toolkit deliver consistent, top-tier results. Call today. Let’s get to work.

A professional photo of Erin Terkelsen

Achivements & Professional Designations

Education

BA, American Studies
Trinity College
Hartford, CT

AOS, Culinary Arts
New England Culinary Institute
Montpelier, VT

Current Professional Roles

Residential Sales Agent
LPT Realty, LLC
Mashpee, MA

Sandwich Volunteer Appointments
Conservation Commissioner 2023 – present

Prior Professional Roles

Executive Chef, Flik International
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, Boston, MA

Director of Culinary Services, Atria Senior Living
Woodbriar Place, Falmouth, MA

Mashpee Volunteer Appointments 
Conservation Commissioner 2021 – 2023
Sewer Commissioner 2022

What they say about me

Client Testimonials

Mary Morgan
1 year ago
I cannot say enough good things about Erin! She helped my husband and I find the perfect spot on Cape Cod! She was patient, very thorough and always willing to go the extra step! As a realtor, she knows Cape Cod so well which is exactly what we wanted... read more
Bonnie
1 year ago
Jim and I are so grateful we contacted Erin for the sale of our cottage. Our primary residence is in another state but Erin made the process work.
Erin is knowledgeable, professional, confident, reliable, with a great personality.
When our cottage went on the market the weather did not cooperate. (RAIN) However,...
read more
Jorg Skowranek
1 year ago
We had a fantastic experience working with Erin as our agent. From start to finish, she was a true go-getter—always proactive, on top of every detail, and consistently working in our best interest.

She struck the perfect balance of being incredibly professional and knowledgeable while also maintaining a warm, friendly...
read more
Linda Preissel
1 year ago
Selling a house is not always an easy process.
I assumed that responsibility when my aunt passed away a couple of months ago.
There were numerous hurdles to overcome—removal of many years of items, cleaning up the property for sale, Title 5 inspection, other tests.
I was so lucky to have come across...
read more
Gail Desrosier
1 year ago
From day one, Erin's efforts in helping us find our Cotuit house have been nothing short of awesome. Her organization, preparedness and diligence helped guide us through the negotiation process to a price that we could afford. She was always available when we had questions and was responsive... read more
lydia Frye
1 year ago
if you are looking for a realtor that will answer your call, or get back to you shortly after, that will be erin
copeland.
if you are looking for a realtor that will get the job done, that will be erin.
she will be at your side at all times, does everything
she...
read more
Nicholas Harmon
1 year ago
Erin is amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable about the area. She is very understanding and patient. She looks into anything you have might have questions about. She finds you information about nearby trails, kids camps, etc. She will find you a good house and set you up. She also has... read more
Julie De Zutter
1 year ago
There are not enough stars!! From the initial phone call to our many post close questions Erin Copeland is simply amazing! She is warm, funny, extremely knowledgeable, responsive and very hands on. She was with us every step of the way looking for a home in a red- hot market... read more
Kathryn A
1 year ago
I’m so glad we chose Erin to be our agent to sell our house. Her up-to -date approach to marketing, including video walk-throughs on Facebook and Instagram were awesome. Her use of comparative market analyses made making decisions so much easier. Erin was great at highlighting notable features of the... read more