Real estate is often about timing, but few transactions unfold as beautifully as Kelly Currie’s recent experience helping long-time friends buy a home. In just two weeks, Kelly guided her friends through a successful purchase, all while they prepared to welcome a new family member. Here’s a look at how Kelly’s dedication helped make this move smooth and memorable.
Kelly is a Jacksonville native and an enthusiastic REALTOR® determined to help her clients reach their goals. Before entering the world of real estate, she worked for 10 years as an elementary school teacher. During that time she created her school’s STEM program from the ground up. Her strong work ethic and passion for encouraging the learning process are on full display when interacting with her clients as she guides them through the transaction process by succinctly outlining and explaining everything along the way, ensuring that her clients are informed, confident, and empowered as they make important decisions about their homes.
Kelly’s connection with Jacksonville goes back generations. She grew up in the beautiful San Marco neighborhood and graduated from Stanton College Preparatory School. Her parents were high school sweethearts at Wolfson and her great-great-grandfather Walter Jones was Postmaster and the proprietor of the Mandarin Store in the early 1900s. Walter Jones Park off of Mandarin Road is named for him. Kelly’s great grandfather W.J. Jones ran his own real estate business in south Jacksonville from the 1950’s through the late 1970’s. His offices were located on King’s Avenue where the Tepeyolot Cerveceria Mexican restaurant is now located.
Kelly graduated with honors from Florida International University in Miami earning a Bachelor's degree in English. After teaching for a few years in Coral Gables, she was drawn back to Jacksonville’s river, beaches and open spaces as well as its rapidly expanding culture. These qualities and closeness with family reaffirmed to Kelly that Jacksonville was her home. Kelly’s first house was a 1940’s red brick bungalow in the St. Nicholas area. She still lives there today with her husband Scott, son Skip, and Wirehaired Vizsla Margot.
Kelly’s relationship with her clients goes back many years, so when they decided to buy a new home, they knew they could trust her expertise. Starting their search on October 12, they quickly found a home that met their needs and were under contract within five days. With Kelly by their side, they felt fully supported in every detail of the process.
The clients were looking for a home in the San Jose area that offered proximity to the city’s urban center while still providing enough square footage for their growing family. With both family and work-from-home needs, they wanted a home that struck a balance between a convenient location and ample space for comfort and productivity. Kelly’s local market knowledge allowed her to pinpoint properties that matched their vision.
The fast pace of this transaction came with a few challenges, but Kelly’s experience and dedication made all the difference. During inspections, multiple repairs were flagged, and Kelly quickly organized quotes from different trades to get accurate estimates for the work. She negotiated a $3,000 seller concession to cover closing costs and secured a purchase price that was $15,000 below the asking price—a big win for her clients.
This transaction was memorable not only for its speed but also for its timing. The family’s newest member arrived just two days before closing! Kelly managed every aspect of the transaction with efficiency, ensuring her clients could focus on their newborn while she handled the final steps.
Kelly’s commitment to her clients goes beyond simply closing a deal. She treats every transaction with care and precision, creating a smooth, positive experience—even when life is at its busiest. If you’re looking for a dedicated partner to guide you through the home-buying process, reach out to Kelly Currie for expert support every step of the way.
