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Landmark Historic Home
Landmark listing — architectural gem in the historic district.
Your neighbor in historic McKinney
Selling history one porch at a time.
Homes with a past.
Guidance with roots.
Boutique representation for historic and character homes in downtown McKinney — and thoughtful moves across Collin County. GRI · Certified Luxury
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42 Google reviews
17+
years in historic McKinney
Historic interiors · local expert
Keller Williams Realty Allen · GRI · Certified Luxury
About Kari
Not just market data — a love of this place.
Having lived and worked in historic McKinney for more than seventeen years, Kari understands what makes the neighborhood — and the people who call it home — so special. Garden tours, Chestnut Square farmers markets, holiday home tours, and the shops on the square aren’t talking points. They’re her everyday.
Clients get a full team for staging, photography, and transactions — and a lead agent who still knocks on doors when that’s what the house needs.
- Resident of Historic McKinney · 17 yrs
- Board Member · Chestnut Square Historic Village
- Board Member · McKinney Historic Neighborhood Association
- McKinney Garden Club · 16 yrs
- Collin County Master Gardener · 14 yrs
- Holiday Home Tour Sponsor & Chair
- Baylor University · 30 yrs corporate sales
- KW Agent Leadership Council · Top 50
- D Magazine Top Producer
- Real Producers Top 500 Realtors
- Recognized Local Profile Realtor
Featured historic sales
Proof on the porch.
A sample of Kari’s downtown and historic-district work.
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Victorian Farmhouse
Listed and sold twice by Kari — same historic home.
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1890s Historic Home
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1887 Victorian
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Craftsman Bungalow
Google reviews · 5.0 · 42 reviews
Here’s what they’re saying.
Selected for strength and fit — historic expertise, trust, and white-glove care.
“I’m a realtor, but my wife’s relocation package kept me from listing our home. Without hesitation, we knew we’d go with Kari. She has extensive knowledge of Downtown McKinney and specializes in historic homes… From someone who knows, whether you’re buying or selling, Kari is the top choice!”AmandaTemple Chadwick Google review · April 2026
“When it came time to sell our home, Kari was the only realtor we trusted… no small feat with two full-time careers and two toddlers at home. She’s truly one of the best!”
Amanda Pegg · Google“Kari is the consumate Real Estate Professional. She knows the market, pays attention to the details, and is a pleasure to work with. We recommend her without reservation.”
Will & Terri Richardson · GoogleWhy McKinney
Sell the life on the square — not just the square footage.
The best historic listings win when buyers fall for the town first. Kari’s work is rooted in downtown McKinney: brick, porch culture, gardens, and real neighbors.
- Historic district expertise — architecture, preservation, and buyer education
- Community credentials — Chestnut Square and neighborhood association boards, garden club, home tour leadership
- Full-service marketing — staging partners, pro photo/video, open-house strategy
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who is Kari Kennedy?
Kari Kennedy is a Realtor® with Keller Williams Realty Allen who specializes in historic and character homes in downtown McKinney, Texas. She has lived in historic McKinney for 17 years and serves on the boards of Chestnut Square Historic Village and the McKinney Historic Neighborhood Association.
What areas does Kari serve?
Kari’s focus is historic downtown McKinney and the neighborhoods around the square, but she also helps buyers and sellers across McKinney and Collin County — from new construction to classic brick homes and lakeside communities.
Does Kari work with buyers and sellers?
Yes. Kari represents sellers listing historic and character homes and buyers looking for them, with a team for transaction coordination, staging, and professional photography and video.
What should I know about buying an older home in McKinney?
Older homes come with their own questions — foundations, past additions, drainage, whether there is an HOA, and how close the house is to the square. Kari has seen those patterns for 17-plus years and helps buyers know what to look for before making an offer.
How do I reach Kari Kennedy?
Call or text (214) 564-7196 or email kari.kennedy@kw.com. Kari’s brokerage office is Keller Williams Realty Allen, 1002 Raintree Circle, Suite 100, Allen, TX 75013.
Ready to list — or just curious what your historic home could do?
Call or text Kari. Local expertise, boutique service, full team behind the scenes.
(214) 564-7196