Kelli Welch

Kelli Welch is a seasoned real estate professional with over 25 years of experience, specializing in luxury downtown and waterfront properties. Renowned for her strategic insight and market expertise, she has guided investors,developers, buyers, and sellers to achieve exceptional results, with over $400M in [...]

Kelli Welch is a seasoned real estate professional with over 25 years of experience, specializing in luxury downtown and waterfront properties. Renowned for her strategic insight and market expertise, she has guided investors,developers, buyers, and sellers to achieve exceptional results, with over $400M in sales.

Beginning her career in 1996 under the mentorship of St. Louis’s top real estate speculator, Kelli mastered market analysis, negotiation, and strategic real estate investment. Licensed in Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, and Florida, she has built a reputation for successfully navigating complex transactions across multiple markets.

In Kansas City, she led major projects such as Timber’s Edge (250 homes, completed in record time) and Deer Creek, a luxury custom enclave, where she excelled in selling from plans, managing builder contracts, and accelerating sales timelines. Since relocating to Florida in 2007, she has become a trusted authority in Tampa Bay’s luxury waterfront market, partnering with top realtors and developers and consistently delivering multimillion-dollar results.

Kelli holds designations including ABR, PSA, and Staging Certification, further strengthening her expertise in pricing, marketing, and property presentation. Her background as a home design business co-owner enhances her ability to stage and market properties that appeal to discerning luxury buyers.

Known for her negotiation skills, analytical approach, and unwavering client advocacy, Kelli combines integrity, precision, and vision to elevate both selling and buying real estate. In 2025, she joined Michael Saunders & Company to expand her luxury-focused services, offering unmatched expertise to those seeking to transform Tampa Bay’s luxury lifestyle.