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"Kelli made finding our first home easier than we ever could have imagined! She was there with us through the whole process with expert advice, connections and knowledge that helped us navigate the stressful Bay Area housing market with ease. She was dedicated, available, and quick to respond to our many questions. All of her expertise helped us find the home of our dreams and we would highly recommend her to any Bay Area home buyers." Buyers - Brittney & Steffan
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"As first-time homebuyers, Kelli helped us navigate the complexities of the process so we better understood what we wanted from our home and what we could comfortably afford. She always made the time to answer any of our questions (even if she had already explained it before) and was flexible as what we were looking for evolved while we explored the market. She was always extremely professional and was a great sounding board as we considered various options. Also, during open houses, she always knew the perfect questions to ask to make sure the property was what we expected. While the process is a lot of work, Kelli was there every step of the way until we found the perfect first home for us!" Chris & Beatriz
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"We had the great pleasure of working with Kelli to purchase our first home in the Bay Area. While a home search can be really stressful, we never felt that with Kelli. She was transparent, extremely approachable, was always prompt in her responses and a thorough professional. She was very accommodating and patient with our questions, requirements and budget - especially when they were changing with the market. And most important of all, she always had our back, be it working toward finalizing the offer or helping us negotiate a better interest rate. We cannot recommend her highly enough and would love to work with her in the future again!" Buyers - Viraj & Rucha M.
Charity
I am a part of the Womenās Council of Realtors
Kelli Johnson is a luxury real estate advisor with Compass in San Francisco, bringing a rare blend of seasoned communication expertise, market savvy, and client-focused strategy to every transaction.
Before entering real estate, Kelli spent 23 years as an award-winning on-air sports broadcaster in major markets including San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Her decades in live television shaped the skills that now set her apart in the Bay Areaās competitive real estate landscape: exceptional poise under pressure, the ability to distill complex information clearly and quickly, and a natural talent for building trust with a wide range of personalities. This background allows her to advocate confidently for clients, communicate with precision, and navigate fast-moving situations with ease.
In just five years with Compassās Nob Hill office, Kelli has earned swift success in San Franciscoās luxury market. Her sales track record, deep neighborhood knowledge, and reputation for concierge-level service have positioned her as a go-to advisor for clients seeking a thoughtful, informed, and strategic approach to buying or selling in the Bay Area.
Kelliās business is further strengthened by her partnership with fellow Compass advisor Katie Fones. Together, they lead The K2 Collectiveāa dynamic team that merges Kelliās decades of high-stakes media experience with Katieās 17-year career as a divorce attorney and law firm partner. Their combined skill sets offer clients a powerful advantage: clear communication, strong negotiation, legal-minded attention to detail, and unwavering support through every step of the real estate process.
The K2 Collective is built on integrity, preparation, and the belief that exceptional service is non-negotiable. Kelli is proud to guide clients with the confidence, composure, and professionalism that defined her broadcasting careerāand continues to define her success in Bay Area real estate.