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Meet Kevin Zelko

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Kevin Zelko

Real Estate Broker

Get to Know Me

I’m Kevin Zelko, a Seattle real estate expert with a deep connection to the city since the ’90s. As both a seller’s agent and buyer’s agent, I bring a comprehensive approach to real estate, offering tailored and stress-free experiences that are both educational and enjoyable.
 
Navigating the dynamic Seattle real estate market, my commitment is to understand your needs, whether you’re buying or selling. I actively listen to your interests, needs and employ strategic solutions to ensure optimal outcomes. Whether you’re a buyer seeking the perfect home or a seller aiming for a seamless transaction, my focus is on delivering excellent, individualized customer service with a keen eye on achieving the best results.
 
My role goes beyond transactions; it’s about finding your ideal home or successfully marketing your property to the right buyers. Leveraging my in-depth knowledge of the diverse neighborhoods and market trends, I craft personalized plans that prioritize your objectives. I am able to support your property needs for short term and long term real estate investments.
 
With a background encompassing roles as an educator, fundraiser, social worker, and more, I bring a multifaceted perspective to real estate. Let me guide you through the complexities of Seattle’s real estate landscape, sharing the joys the city has to offer while ensuring your journey is both educational and rewarding.
 
Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, connect with me, your dedicated Seattle real estate expert, for a personalized, results-driven experience tailored to your unique needs.
Seller
Buyer
Buyer
Debra O.
Seller
Sara
Brendan R.
Buyer
Sandra
Seller
Hartej
L & S
Hoyt S.
K & D
Buyer | Seller
Buyer
K & K
Cassandra S.
Buyer
Justin & Emily
Pam E.
JP
GL
Gergo H. & Marisa W.
Garth
Anna
KD
Seller
Amy D.
Ann
Amber W.
William D.
Tom C.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was a fantastic partner and an asset to have in my corner. His experience and straightforward approach made navigating the crazy Seattle market easy, even with my eclectic and unique needs. I can easily recommend Kevin Zelko for a home at any price point in Puget Sound without reservation!

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I kept waiting for the crazy and difficult parts to begin.' Me after we completed purchasing our first home with Kevin as our Realtor. Kevin came extremely well recommended to us by several close friends. We have already recommended him to another close friend and our grandparents. He's a professional through and through. Kevin is the best of what you want from someone who is there to help you through su...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Working with Kevin was an absolute pleasure. We were lucky enough to have a friend refer Kevin to us and after working with him we can easily say we would highly recommend him (and already have) to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. We were in a unique situation, looking for a new home in WA while living in CA, and Kevin wasted no time going to open houses and listings we had an interest in. He was qu...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was great to work with. We weren't in the market for a home but had been lightly peeking at homes online to get a sense of what our forever home looked like. We ended up finding our dream home 5 years early and contacted Kevin last minute to go check it out and ended up falling in love. Kevin checked in when important dates came up, recommended great services as they were needed, and was all-around...

— Debra O.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin went many extra mile for us both in selling our former home and finding and purchasing our new one. Excellent to work with on all counts.

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin is the best! I was a complete novice to the home-buying process, and Kevin made me feel comfortable the entire way through. He made sure I understood everything and encouraged me to wait for the perfect place.

— Sara

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin helped us in August 2020 to purchase our very first home. Navigating a couple of different markets in Seattle, Tacoma, and Bremerton, and working with us from a distance (we were in NYC), Kevin was prompt and professional on the phone, clear with details regarding each particular listing, and was very available for our local people to go to open houses (over a dozen!) He was super patient with all ...

— Brendan R.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin is amazing and I am so happy I was able to work with him in buying my first house. When I decided to start looking for a house, everyone and their brother was recommending me agents to work with and Kevin was recommended to me multiple times. I had so many questions about the process and Kevin was there to answer any/all of them 24/7. He explained everything in detail and guided me in discovering o...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I definitely recommend Kevin as a realtor. He helped us with finding and buying a new home as well as selling our old home. Kevin went all out for us, always going the extra mile! He was very responsive to our needs and wishes as he learned what we were looking for in a new home as we downsized and he helped us through the offer-negotiation-purchase-financing process very well. When it came to selling ou...

— Sandra

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin did a superb job helping me sell my condo in downtown Seattle. Let me tell you – it wasn’t a one-and-done deal! We had several bumps in the road over about a month’s time, but he handled them with poise and determination that they would not derail a final, mutually acceptable deal. He went the extra mile not once, not twice, but several times to make sure both seller and buyer were satisfied with t...

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I talked to multiple agents before deciding to engage with Kevin as my agent to help me purchase my first home, and I could not be happier with my decision to do so. Firstly, Kevin was extremely patient and coached me throughout the full process without pressuring me at all. We toured houses for over 3 months to get me used to the process and see what was on the market before I even got a pre-approval le...

— Hartej

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We worked with Kevin in what is a difficult time to sell a place. The time of the year, interest rates, and the economy were all against us. Kevin got our place staged, listed, and sold in a couple of days for what we had hoped for. We couldn't have drawn it up better if we had tried. He also led us through the process as it was the first time we had sold a home and made it as easy as one could hope for....

— L & S

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Thank you again. I am very stoked for you Kevin. You are a born Real Estate Broker. You were exactly the agent we needed. Please use us for any referrals or otherwise. Thank you again.

— Hoyt S.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was enthusiastic and knowledgeable while we took the time to view houses and work through some bids. He made sure we knew his availability and never made us feel like he had more important clients. He always took the time to explain the steps and what to expect along the way. When we did find the house we purchased, he kept us calm and kept things smoothed over with the seller while we worked throu...

— K & D

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was a rockstar! Super professional but fun to walk through houses with. Always gave honest opinions and felt like my wife and I were more than just customers. We trusted him and it paid off. You should too!

— Buyer | Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was phenomenal to work with during my journey to first-time home ownership. His knowledge of the industry and communication skills are fantastic. As a method of support through both disappointments and celebrations, he excels. If you are looking for a realtor who will go the extra mile, literally and figuratively, Kevin would be a great choice to work with.

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin did an amazing job showing us homes and helping us purchase our first house! He gave us realistic expectations in a sellers market and helped us craft the perfect offer that ensured we could land our dream home. Kevin is incredibly knowledgeable about the market and different areas of Seattle. He helped us narrow down our search to neighborhoods that suited our lifestyle and ensured our growing fam...

— K & K

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin, thank you for always being available when we have any questions about houses and the buying process. We are so happy to have found such a wonderful home.

— Cassandra S.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Working with Kevin was a delight! He was so responsive and proactive during moments when I wasn't able to be. The move was a big one, and especially busy in a pandemic, and Kevin was on top of everything and went above and beyond in helping to prepare the house. He kept us informed of any potential changes to guidelines, and of everything happening in the market before listing. He also scheduled services...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin did an amazing job helping us sell our home. Being first-time sellers, we were a little overwhelmed. Kevin put us at ease right away. His communication is top notch and you can tell he's excited to talk you through the process and answer any questions you may have. He is very knowledgeable about the housing market and invested in the community. Kevin is an incredibly kind and positive person and we...

— Justin & Emily

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I am so grateful someone I know recommended I work with Kevin; it was an absolute pleasure and he went above and beyond at every stage of the process. Being new to the US housing market, Kevin took a lot of time to ensure I fully understood the process and was a critical point of contact between me and the other parties involved. Even when I wouldn’t have expected Kevin to support, he was more than happy...

— Pam E.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Looking for a real estate agent in Seattle? Look no further. My wife and I were looking to move to Seattle from California and were hoping to buy a home remotely. Kevin Zelko came recommended from a friend and from our first conversation we knew that we were going to be taken care of. Throughout the entire process, Kevin was kind, thoughtful, highly responsive, and incredibly patient. Kevin worked dilige...

— JP

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was absolutely stellar to work with on our first home-buying journey! Could not have done it without him; he made a stressful and complicated process easy to navigate and is simply an excellent person all around. Would recommend (and will recommend) to anyone buying or selling a home around Seattle!

— GL

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was very available and took our calls or day or night. Thank you!

— Gergo H. & Marisa W.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

As you can guess, selling a house during a pandemic and a revolution is not ideal, especially for first-time sellers. Kevin kept us confident and secure during the entire process and made sure we knew exactly what we were doing each step of the way. I highly recommend Kevin Zelko and LakeRE.

— Garth

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was such a pleasure to work with! He really made our home shine when it went on the market with lots of personalized touches that highlighted the parts of our home that we loved. It was reassuring to work with someone so knowledgeable and easy to talk to about real estate, which I found to be a somewhat complicated endeavor!

— Anna

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was incredibly helpful throughout the entire home search and buying process. He helped to identify the best areas for us based on his local knowledge as well as useful information to put in a competitive offer in this market. Kevin was always available for weekend and evening showings, I look forward to working with him on any future real estate needs. Oh, and if you want to know anything about the...

— KD

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Thank you, Kevin, for helping me sell my condo. This is my 1st time selling and you helped me make this a smooth process. You were always prompt in answering my many questions. Thank you for staging it and hosting open houses.

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was fantastic to work with yet again in the homebuying process. He helped me purchase a condo in downtown Seattle 1.5 years ago so logically he was my go-to choice for a realtor in buying a home with my fiancé this fall. Kevin was super on top of things and was very eager to help us find a place to call our own. He provided a lot of useful resources and knowledge about different housing options in ...

— Amy D.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I worked with Kevin to sell my condo in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle. I was impressed with the service and knowledge he offered. He had contacts to the people to do the painting and fixes I needed, and staged it to look so good! He was consultative throughout the process but still took my ideas and opinions into consideration and was very easy to work with as we navigated through a multiple offer ...

— Ann

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was so great! We were first time home buyers and buying from across the country, but he was so helpful and responsive, and very patient with us. He was easy to work with, with lots of insight into the Puget Sound real estate market. Will be using him when we need a realtor again.

— Amber W.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin Zelko did a phenomenal job helping us buy our new house. He's always on top of things, knowledgeable, responsive, and very helpful. I was so impressed by how he bent over backward to help us at every turn. This house is pretty much my dream home, but if I ever buy another home I would definitely use him again!

— William D.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Kevin was rock solid for us while we sold our home. Selling during a pandemic and cultural revolution is not ideal, but Kevin’s extensive network and resources made it easy for us. Whether as the buyer or seller, we recommend Kevin without hesitation.

— Tom C.

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