Kristen Downing

Broker & Team Lead

Summit Realty Group

Living The Dream and So Should You!
 

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About Kristen Downing

Kristen Downing is a seasoned real estate professional and industry leader serving Sneads Ferry, Surf City, Topsail Island, Holly Ridge, and the surrounding coastal communities of North Carolina. Since 1997, she has built a reputation for confident leadership, exceptional client service, and consistent results throughout every market cycle.

As the Team Leader for Summit Realty Group and a broker with more than 500 successful home sales, Kristen guides buyers, sellers, and investors with strategy, clarity, and a strong command of local market trends. Her deep experience in coastal real estate, from waterfront homes to new construction and land sales, allows her to deliver accurate pricing, smart marketing, and reliable guidance.

Clients rely on her meticulous attention to detail, proactive communication, and negotiation skills that consistently lead to favorable outcomes. Kristen is known for her responsiveness and dedication, making each real estate experience smooth, informed, and stress free.

Beyond her proven track record, Kristen is valued for her genuine care and personalized approach. She takes the time to understand each client’s goals and tailors her strategies to help them achieve success.
From residential sales to property management, Kristen provides trusted leadership, unmatched expertise, and a results driven approach that continues to set the standard for real estate service along the North Carolina coast.

Latest Blog Posts

Why Buyers Are Choosing Summerhouse on Everett Bay in Holly Ridge, NC

Posted by Kristen Downing
April 1 2026
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If you’ve been looking at homes near Topsail Island, you’ve probably come across Summerhouse on Everett Bay at some point. There’s a reason it keeps coming up.This gated community

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Surf City, NC Real Estate: What Buying Here Actually Looks Like

Posted by Kristen Downing
March 24 2026
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Most people first come across Surf City the same way - through a beach trip, a recommendation, or a quick weekend away on Topsail Island.It usually starts with the shoreline. Then the views. Then

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Investing in the Quiet Side of the Island: New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach

Posted by Kristen Downing
January 12 2026
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Not all beach investments look the same, and not all of them perform the same long term.New River Inlet Road sits in one of the most strategically positioned areas of North Topsail Beach, where

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