Kara Shaffer
Real Estate Advisor
Kara Shaffer is a proud Severna Park native with a deep-rooted passion for real estate, particularly in the picturesque Chesapeake Bay area. Her journey began alongside her builder father, where weekends on job sites ignited her love for homes and the thrill of fixer-uppers. These early experiences laid the groundwork for her dedication to client service and a keen eye for a home's potential and pitfalls.
After graduating from Severna Park High School, Kara pursued a B.A. in Humanities at Widener University. Real estate called to her soon after, leading to an exciting career that started in new home construction sales. Over the years, she has embraced various roles, from sales to purchasing with a major builder and eventually becoming a licensed real estate advisor in 2008.
Kara's forte is helping clients find their dream homes, and she strives to make the process as enjoyable and stress-free as possible, often with a touch of humor. Beyond real estate, her heart belongs to her family and friends. She loves unwinding with a good book, taking leisurely walks, or immersing herself in musical theatre. Life is a stage, and Kara is here to help clients find their spotlight in Maryland.
As part of the Engel & Völkers family, Kara continues to expertly guide people through the biggest financial decisions of their lives with the backing of a global real estate company known for its white-glove customer service.
Featured Listings
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Coming Soon$ 350,000
2 Beds1 Bath953 SqFt207 POPLAR AVE, Edgewater, MD 21037
Single Family Home
MLS# MDAA2100660
Listed by Malia C Schreier of Engel & Volkers Annapolis
Coming Soon$ 240,000
3 Beds2 Baths1,008 SqFt305 NOBLE ST, Hurlock, MD 21643
Single Family Home
MLS# MDDO2008524
Listed by sandra maier of Engel & Volkers Annapolis
- 1/27 27
Pending$ 275,000
2 Beds2 Baths1,181 SqFt1321 KAREN BLVD #209, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Condo
MLS# MDPG2134974
Listed by Andrea Scheidt of Engel & Volkers Annapolis
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Pending$ 455,000
3 Beds3 Baths2,062 SqFt412 COLONIAL RIDGE LN, Arnold, MD 21012
Condo
MLS# MDAA2099840
Listed by Kerry McElhenny O'Hara of Engel & Volkers Annapolis
- 1/59 59
Under Contract$ 975,000
5 Beds5 Baths4,713 SqFt201 FRITILLARY CT, Edgewater, MD 21037
Single Family Home
MLS# MDAA2099484
Listed by Melissa A Chick of Engel & Volkers Annapolis
- 1/43 43
Pending$ 520,000
3 Beds3 Baths1,344 SqFt2183 LAKE DR, Pasadena, MD 21122
Single Family Home
MLS# MDAA2099836
Listed by Kerry McElhenny O'Hara of Engel & Volkers Annapolis
Client Testimonials
Outstanding agent and advocate. Kara truly listened to our needs and desires in a home. She did everything she could to ensure a positive outcome and help us close our dream home. Truly a wonderful real estate agent and we are so grateful.
We had an outstanding experience working with Kara as our realtor. From the very start, Kara demonstrated an impressive knowledge of the industry and a deep understanding of the local market. Her dedication to our home search was shown in every interaction. She made us feel supported and valued, sharing in our excitement and quickly sending us relevant new listings, especially when an offer fell through. Kara’s expert guidance on crafting a competitive offer was invaluable, and her efforts led to us to getting our offer on our dream home accepted just an hour after submitting it. Her commitment to achieving the best outcome for us was clear throughout the process. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner in finding the perfect home and lifestyle for our next chapter.
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