Realtor, Managing Director of Commercial Services

Ricci Elkins

Ricci Elkins, Realtor, Managing Director of Commercial Services

Expertise: With over 15 years of Commercial Real Estate experience, Ricci is proficient in all aspects of real estate transactions and versed in a variety of property types including commercial properties such as multi-family complexes, hospitality, retail stores, restaurants, offices, industrial spaces, land, residential investments, vacation rental properties. A Commercial Generalist, she has represented owner-users, investors, landlords, and tenants.

Specialty: Ricci has expert knowledge in special use and institutional facilities and has worked with schools, day cares, churches, student housing developers, and non-profits to find suitable land or buildings that meet zoning and code regulations. She has also worked with governmental agencies such as the VA, DETR and Washoe County Social Services in acquiring their facilities.

Credentials: A professional Realtor, Ricci has a Master of Education with a Minor in Business Administration from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of General Studies with an emphasis in Health Education from the University of Nevada, Reno.

Accomplishments: Ricci joined Keller Williams Sparks in July 2015 after having served as an Associate and Project Specialist at Stark & Associates in Reno from May 2005 – June 2015. At the time she joined KW Sparks, the Commercial Division did not exist. Her professionalism and expert knowledge were quickly apparent, and with a growing demand from her prior clients, she decided to pursue getting approved by Keller Williams International as a Commercial Director in order to start the Commercial Division which serves Northern Nevada.

Her desire to help other agents grow their careers in Commercial Real Estate, contributed to her attaining the Managing Director of Commercial Services position. She has eight (8) KW Sparks agents working under her mentorship and/or supervision. She also mentors several KW Reno agents with their Commercial transactions. Her dedication to Keller Williams Sparks resulted in her peers voting her to be awarded the Eagle Award for Leadership in 2016 and 2018.

Memberships

  • Commercial Real Estate Women of Northern Nevada
  • CCIM of Northern NEvada
  • Sparks Citizen Advisory Council, Mayoral Appointments (Terms 2018-2022)
  • Keller Williams Realty Sparks Agent Leadership Council
  • Reno Sparks Association of Realtors, Member, Trustee Legislative and PAC Committees
  • Northern Nevada Multiple Listing Service
  • National Association of Realtors

Value Proposition: Ricci is dedicated to being the Real Estate Professional you can count on and who listens to you. She cares about her clients no matter how big or how small the transaction is. All her clients receive excellent customer service. She works a flexible schedule to meet her clients’ needs, including most weekends; and is available to answer your questions by phone, text, or email. She has a 14+ year track record in providing expert real estate consultative services specifically targeted to her client’s needs.

She loves contributing to the community’s growth and prosperity. She has lived in the Reno/Sparks area for 29 years, with her husband of 39 years. They raised their son in Sparks and have been happy with the public, charter and private school choices. She loves this community with its natural beauty, all four seasons, diversity, and unique events. Ricci invites you to call, text or email her for more information on how she can best serve your real estate needs.

Office Location: 155 Disc Drive, Suite 105, Sparks
Office Phone Number: 775-336-3800

Contact Ricci to help you with your next home.