Kelly Carlson

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Creating a home is such a significant part of our lives. I think back to some of my favorite memories, and they all tie back to where I was living at the time – my childhood home in Clarendon Hills, moving in with my husband to our River North condo, or buying our 1920s Tudor in Western Springs.  My passion for helping others find their perfect home is what drives me to advocate for them during every step of the home buying and selling process. 

I bring a unique background to my clients. After graduating from the University of Illinois with a civil engineering degree, I worked for a Big Four firm in a real estate and construction tax consulting group. I loved client services but realized I wanted to work more directly on the development side. I left to join a boutique management consulting firm where I was a project manager responsible for design and construction projects for healthcare and large not-for-profit institutions. There, I developed a strong understanding of the design and construction process. My experience has taught me the importance of working hard, putting clients first, and always remembering the bigger picture.

With a love for interior design, historical homes, and thoughtful renovation, this career is the perfect blend of my passions and professional background. After getting my start in real estate in 2020, I was named Chicago Rookie of the Year from a previous brokerage, and nationally recognized as a member of the National Association of REALTORS® 30 Under 30 Class of 2023. 

Originally from the western suburbs, moving from the city to the Old Town neighborhood of Western Springs immediately felt like home. When I am not working, I can be found volunteering at the Western Springs Historical Society, biking through Salt Creek, or enjoying a glass of Vermentino at Davanti Enoteca with good company!


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Clients are saying:

KF
Provided by Zillow
Kelly did an amazing job helping my husband and I purchase our home! She was very knowledgeable about all areas we were interested in and brought up things to consider what I would never had thought about. Her communication skills were outstanding and she made herself available at any time during th... read more
KG
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We were introduced to Kelly via a mutual friend/client back in April. We connected over coffee and went over what we were looking for in our home and what the next steps were. Within that week, she had already set up various showings for us and we were one step closer to finding our dream home. She... read more
SF
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Kelly was both incredibly patient and intentional in the way she works. She was remarkably responsive to both myself and the other agent, allowing for a seamless process in what typically could have contained some serious hurdles. Thank you Kelly for the excellent service, attention to detail, and c... read more

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