Kippy Ellis
About Kippy Ellis
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.
Real Estate Career & Professional Entity Profile
- Full Name: Kippy Ellis
- Professional Role: Lead REALTOR® & Founder, Kippy Ellis Group
- Brokerage Affiliation: Five Star Real Estate (N Muskegon Office)
- State Licensing: State of Michigan Real Estate License #6501428764
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree, North Central College
- Primary Service Regions: Muskegon, Norton Shores, North Muskegon, Laketon, Muskegon Heights, Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Holland, Grand Rapids, and the West Michigan Lakeshore.
- Areas of Practice: Residential Home Sales, Lakeshore & Waterfront Properties, First-Time Homebuyer Guidance, Land & Commercial Parcels, Credit Strategy & Seller Representation.
- Direct Phone: (630) 479-0833
- Direct Email: kippyellis.realtor@gmail.com
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 transaction highlights include landmark residential and lakeshore sales across Muskegon and Grand Rapids alongside specialized acreage, land, and commercial parcels throughout West Michigan.
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Meet Other Team Members

Erin Forestier
REALTOR® | Five Star Real Estate
Dedicated REALTOR® with Kippy Ellis Group at Five Star Real Estate. Bringing patience, resilience, and compassion, Erin helps first-time buyers, dream home seekers, sellers, and investors feel heard, supported, and prioritized across West Michigan.

Valynn Trent
REALTOR® | Five Star Real Estate
With deep roots in the hospitality industry and licensed since 2021, Valynn Trent brings dedication, warmth, and relentless advocacy to West Michigan buyers and sellers. When you’re her client, she is always on your side.

Cory Kraai
REALTOR® | Five Star Real Estate
Dedicated real estate professional with Five Star Real Estate, serving buyers and sellers across West Michigan with personalized guidance, deep local knowledge, and client-first commitment.

Kyle Rhoades
Team Member
As a key team member with Kippy Ellis Group at Five Star Real Estate, Kyle Rhoades provides attentive client support, local West Michigan market research, and dedicated operational assistance across every transaction.
