as a trusted albuquerque REALTOR®, i'm by your side through your home buying and selling journey

Looking to buy or sell in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, or Rio Rancho? Navigating the New Mexico real estate market can feel like a whirlwind, whether you're buying or selling for the first time, you’re a seasoned homeowner, or you're searching for a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE®). With over 20 years of experience, I’m here to guide you with a thoughtful strategy, ensuring you reach your goals with confidence and ease.

A top REALTOR® in Albuquerque helping you unlock New Mexico's residential real estate with dedication and integrity

My home went on the market and was under contract in less than 3 days!

"Rene Kessel’s professionalism and attention to detail is unmatched. I was her client for both the purchase in 2017 and sale of my home in 2020. I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking to purchase a home in the greater Albuquerque area. Throughout the process of selling my home, Rene’s total dedication to duty was on full display from start to finish. As a direct result of her meticulous planning, beautiful staging, and expansive market knowledge, my home went on the market and was under contract in less than 3 days!"

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She is extremely professional and always works on our behalf as though it were her being effected.

"Rene is the best! She is extremely professional and always work on our behalf as though it were her being effected. Rene and her team always provided answers to questions in a timely manner and would research anything we had additional questions on. Rene and her team were patient and would always take our preferences into consideration! I highly recommend her and her team."

Natalie c.

I cannot be more happy and/or grateful to have worked with a consummate professional like Rene.

All of my interactions with Coldwell Banker Legacy and Rene Kessel in particular were incredibly professional, friendly, and meaningful. We worked together to put my home on the market during a very difficult time, priced it according to the market and area, and was under contract in very short order. I cannot be more happy and/or grateful to have worked with a consummate professional like Rene.

hank t.

Rene Kessel is by far the most professional, courteous, hard-working, diligent, reliable, and knowledgeable

"I have purchased and sold a number of homes over the years, and Rene Kessel is by far the most professional, courteous, hard-working, diligent, reliable, and knowledgeable real estate agent I have ever worked with. Her communication skills are superb, and she is a committed provider from start to finish. It was great luck for me to have had Rene as my agent, and I will not consult another agent in any future sale or purchase."

A. M.

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named one of new mexico's top 10 REALTOR® in 2026

With a rich background in property refurbishment and an unwavering passion for New Mexico, my expertise as an Albuquerque REALTOR® and a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE®) goes beyond mere transactions. It's all about crafting personalized experiences that foster trusting relationships with my clients as they accomplish their vision. My unique experience blends hands-on construction knowledge with a deep understanding of the market to ensure every client feels supported and valued.

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