Specialties

Licensed in VA

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation

Education

James Madison University - Russian & Public Relations
About Kris

Kris McDonough is a Richmond, VA real estate agent specializing in homes throughout the Richmond metro area, including the Near West End, Henrico County, Chesterfield County, and the City of Richmond. She helps buyers and sellers navigate every stage of the process with clear guidance, thoughtful marketing, and strong negotiation.

After earning dual degrees in Russian and Public Relations from James Madison University, Kris made Richmond home and quickly fell in love with the area’s neighborhoods, architecture, and strong sense of community. With more than a decade of experience in business development—helping engineering and law firms grow—she brings a strategic, client-focused mindset to real estate and approaches every transaction with professionalism and care.

A self-proclaimed serial renovator who has transformed numerous homes of her own, Kris offers a unique perspective when helping buyers see a home’s potential and advising sellers on which improvements can maximize value before listing. She regularly works with clients throughout the Richmond area—including Short Pump, Glen Allen, Midlothian, and Bon Air—and regularly assists professionals and families relocating to Richmond who want guidance on neighborhoods, schools, and lifestyle across the region.

Known for her patience, honesty, and deep knowledge of the local market, Kris helps clients find not just the right home, but the right fit for their next chapter. When she’s not matching clients with their dream homes, you’ll likely find her coaching early morning classes at Orangetheory Fitness, tackling her latest home project, trying (unsuccessfully) to convince her husband to adopt every dog at the shelter, or shuttling her three kids to activities around Richmond.

Client Testimonials

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"I had the pleasure of working with Kris McDonough on the purchase of my first home earlier this year (May) and can't recommend her enough. My wife and I had been searching, unsuccessfully, in Northern VA for close to two years with another realtor. Honestly, for us, house hunting had become a fruitless chore we dreaded each weekend. Our jobs are both flexible enough, so we decided to expand our search to Richmond. Soon after that decision, we began working with Kris who made all the difference. Living in Arlington and not having too much familiarity with Richmond neighborhoods, her expertise and knowledge of both the area and market here were invaluable. After listening attentively to our preferences and priorities, Kris found a home that checked all our boxes. After a short period, and with her guidance, we were able to close on the first home for which we submitted an offer. As a first-time homebuyer, we had a ton of questions that Kris patiently and promptly answered. From offer to closing, she helped us better understand the process and what questions we didn’t even know to ask, providing a level of comfort in our decision and a smooth experience overall. Whether it’s for a dream home or the right home, I highly recommend Kris McDonough to anyone in need of an exceptional realtor and homebuying experience. She provides realistic feedback and truly goes above and beyond!"

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"Working with Kris made the home buying and selling processes an absolute joy. Kris was incredibly knowledgeable, intuitive, responsive, and patient throughout our search. She knows the market well and we always trusted her advice and opinions as we were searching for a home and getting ours ready to sell. Kris always stayed on top of everything, kept us on track and was a pleasure to be around!"

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"Kris made the home buying process a breeze! In an incredibly complex and competitive market she made us feel at ease and we knew we were in good hands with Kris. She has a wealth of local knowledge ranging from restaurants to gyms to parks and recreation activities. She was also incredible at anticipating our needs and predicting which homes we would like to check out in person. We would definitely recommend asking Kris to be your agent!"

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"Kris was awesome to work with. Actually let me rephrase that, she IS awesome to work with. I’ve been in my new house for a month now and she still checks in and makes sure everything is going well. Kris’ dedication to her clients is genuine and it shows. She is the least pushy person and absolutely wants what is best for you. She knows the area, comps, ins and outs, do’s and don’t’s... all very important don’t get me wrong... but she knows and cares about people first and foremost which is what is so great about Kris. I have no interest in selling or buying another house anytime soon, but whenever I do, I 100% know who I’m calling!"

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"My partner’s company set us up with Kris when we were relocating from Chicago to Richmond and we felt so fortunate for this pairing! Kris made us feel like her top priority and was super flexible and responsive and scheduled viewings for every apartment we wanted to see on a tight timeline. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable and professional, but she is also a genuinely kind person who we enjoyed spending time with during what could have been an extremely stressful process. We will definitely be requesting to work with Kris when we are ready to purchase our first home!"

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"We worked with Kris for about a year from 2019-2020 trying to find a home for our family. Throughout this process, she was extremely patient and attentive to our needs and wants in a home. Importantly, when we decided to draw back from house searching, we appreciated that she was not pushy and gave us our space. She is well-knowledgeable of state laws and is willing to explain things multiple times, which is especially helpful for first-time home buyers. Should we ever decide to sell, Kris will be our first choice. I highly recommend her!"

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"Kris is excellent in being prepared for the home review and for finding pros and cons of any house visited. She makes an effort to find what house, and neighborhood best fits her client. Easy to talk to and explain what is the goal property."

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"Kris was a delight to work with as an agent. She made the house hunting experience fun and house buying experience a breeze. Through her attention to detail and professionalism, Kris will help you find the house of your dreams whether it is your first home or your forever home."

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"We loved working with Kris. She's a thoughtful professional who is insightful and works tirelessly to guide through your process. Kris helped us sell our house (in one day!) and purchase a new home in a fairly turbulent seller's market. She ensured a smooth transition and was transparent and accountable throughout the whole thing."

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"Our home buying process was a success because of Kris' professionalism and patience. She provided us with local knowledge, high quality service, and consistent updates on our closing process. We could not have imagined navigating the real estate field without Kris answering our calls and providing honest assessments of the market. We have recommended, and will continue to recommend, Kris to everyone we know who is interested in purchasing a house in the greater Richmond region."

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"Kris is, by far and away, the best realtor my husband and I have ever worked with. In previous home selling and purchasing experiences, our realtor has felt transactional and, at times, bothersome. Kris completely changed our outlook on selling a home - she spent time getting to know our family, understanding why we were selling our home and then making the process as painless as possible. We were in the midst of a relocation for a new job, in a new state, and Kris ensured every detail of the staging, listing, and selling process was covered. It was tough to manage our relocation, let alone a home sale. By the end of the experience, we felt like she was our friend. I just hope she's licensed in all 50 states...I would never work with another realtor. If you're buying or selling a home, Kris is going to ensure you are comfortable, understanding the market, and making the best choice for you and your loved ones."

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"Kris is fantastic! I am a recent transplant and Kris did all the work in lining up homes to view. She listened to what I said I wanted and showed me only homes that fit what I was looking for. After I selected a home I was unable to be in VA until the closing and Kris attended the inspection and gave me a full report. When asked about referrals for things like a handiman, shopping, etc. ... she looked into everything and gave me the best referrals. I could write a book on on the helpful things she did for me. Kris went well over and above anything ever expected. I have already recommended her to a friend looking to purchase. She is the best!!"

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"Kris was fantasy to work with while looking for a new home to relocate to Richmond. She knows the local area, listened to figure out what we were looking for and was flexible and responsive in setting up up showings and getting to know the area. No pressure from beginning to end but always attentive and responsive and willing to go the extra mile. The buying process was smooth and as stress free as possible. Couldn’t recommend her more highly!"

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"I couldn't have asked for anyone else. Kris was extremely knowledgeable of the area, and did everything she could to find a space that accommodated my requests. She handled her profession in a professional manner, and was responsive to my questions / concerns / preferences. I would highly recommend Kris to anyone looking to find a property, she is great."

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"Kris was amazing to work with and made the home buying process as stress free and as easy as can be. As a first time homebuyer, I’m very thankful to have worked with someone so knowledgeable, helpful, and supportive! Thank you Kris! Looking forward to life as a homeowner thanks to you!!"

Kris McDonough’s Transactions

Past Sales
a front view of residential houses

$1,725,000

7
Bedrooms
6,614
Square Feet
4.4
Acres
front view of a house with a yard

$1,150,000

5
Bedrooms
4,250
Square Feet
0.61
Acres
a front view of a house with garden

$950,000

5
Bedrooms
4,100
Square Feet
0.61
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$930,000

5
Bedrooms
3,196
Square Feet
0.64
Acres
$890,000 | 3125 Chestnut Grove Court, Henrico, VA 23233

$890,000

5
Bedrooms
3,784
Square Feet
0.87
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden and plants

$820,000

5
Bedrooms
4,157
Square Feet
0.61
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$725,000

5
Bedrooms
4,102
Square Feet
0.61
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard

$709,950

5
Bedrooms
3,227
Square Feet
0.27
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and garage

$665,000

5
Bedrooms
3,432
Square Feet
0.33
Acres
a view of a brick building with many windows next to a yard

$630,000

3
Bedrooms
2,417
Square Feet
0.06
Acres
$600,000 | 4004 College Valley Court, Henrico, VA 23233

$600,000

5
Bedrooms
3,284
Square Feet
a front view of a residential houses with yard and green space

$551,000

4
Bedrooms
3,386
Square Feet
0.55
Acres