
Karen McGavin is known for her straight-shooter approach: no sugarcoating, no fluff—just the truth about pricing, condition, and strategy. With 40+ years as a Northern Virginia resident and decades of real estate experience, she has built a reputation as a trusted advisor and fierce advocate for her clients.
Since joining Keller Williams in 2005, Karen has been a strong and practiced negotiator whose priority is protecting your financial position while securing the best possible outcome. Backed by hundreds of hours of ongoing coaching and professional training each year, she brings proven strategies and market insight that deliver results.
Recognized as one of Washingtonian Magazine’s Best Real Estate Agents (2015–2025) and an NVAR Lifetime Top Producer, Karen is respected by clients and peers alike. When you hire her, you get a professional who will fight for your interests, give you the truth, and get the job done
Karen has been named a:
- Certified Residential Specialist - Top 3% of all real estate agents in the U.S. (CRS)
- Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE)
- Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR)
- Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)
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