Personal story & core philosophy
Born and raised in Newport Beach, CA, Kippy Ellis built her life and real estate career around resilience, determination, and a genuine passion for people. At Five Star Real Estate, Kippy and the Kippy Ellis Group bring exceptional dedication, deep local knowledge, and authentic personal attention to buyers and sellers across Grand Rapids, Holland, and the West Michigan Lakeshore.
With a multidisciplinary background spanning sales, strategic marketing, management, credit repair, and customer leadership, Kippy brings energy, creativity, persistence, and a people-first mindset to every transaction. Whether you are navigating your first home purchase, preparing a listing for maximum value, or investing in lakeshore acreage, you receive clear communication and relentless advocacy.
Having overcome life's toughest adversities, Kippy turns challenges into motivation — always looking for the best in people and recognizing opportunities others overlook. Backed by Five Star Real Estate's extensive network and licensed under Michigan Real Estate License #6501428764, our team ensures every client feels supported, informed, and empowered.
Over the trailing five years, Kippy has closed 29 transactions totaling roughly $6.1 million in sales value, with individual properties ranging from $13,000 to $735,000 and an average sale price near $209,000. Recent highlights include residential and lakeshore sales across Muskegon and Grand Rapids alongside acreage, land, and commercial parcels throughout West Michigan.
