About

Kelly Carlson is a REALTOR® with @properties serving Western Springs, Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, La Grange, La Grange Park, and Downers Grove. Since becoming licensed in 2020, Kelly has closed 48 transactions and more than $24M in sales. She is backed by 35 verified five-star Zillow reviews and has been recognized as Rookie of the Year at a previous brokerage, an @properties Impact Award winner for 2024, and a member of the National Association of REALTORS® 30 Under 30 Class of 2023.

Experience & Professional Background

Kelly brings a uniquely technical and analytical perspective to residential real estate. She earned her civil engineering degree from the University of Illinois and began her career at a Big Four accounting firm in a real estate and construction tax advisory group. She later transitioned into design and construction project management for healthcare and nonprofit institutions, where she evaluated building systems, managed budgets, and coordinated with architects, contractors, and end users.

This experience gives Kelly a deep understanding of property quality, renovation planning, and long-term home stewardship — expertise her clients rely on when navigating historic homes, older construction, or potential improvement projects.

Specialties & Client Focus

Kelly specializes in:

• First-time homebuyers

• Historic homes and architecturally significant properties

• Walkable, character-rich neighborhoods

• Renovation-minded buyers and sellers

• Market evaluation and pricing strategy

Her work often focuses on $600K–$1.2M homes and the highly desirable Old Town neighborhood of Western Springs.

Markets Served

Kelly serves clients throughout Chicago’s western suburbs, including:

• Western Springs

• Clarendon Hills

• Hinsdale

• La Grange

• La Grange Park

• Downers Grove

She offers local insights on schools, neighborhood character, walkability, historic architecture, and community amenities.

Community Roots

Raised in the western suburbs, Kelly returned to Western Springs to raise her family. She is active in the community and volunteers with the Western Springs Historical Society. Outside of work, she loves walking to BB’s Donuts with her son, spending time in Old Town, and enjoying local favorites like Ella’s and Davanti.

Kelly’s approach to real estate is grounded in clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and strong advocacy — helping every client feel supported, informed, and confident throughout their entire real estate journey.