Richmond, Virginia · Licensed Since 1994

Richmond's Trusted
Real Estate &
Property Expert

Buying, selling, or managing property in the Richmond area — Kent Thompson brings 30+ years of expertise and a genuine commitment to your best outcome.

313+
Homes Sold
5.0★
43 Reviews
30+
Yrs Experience
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Kent Thompson
Broker/Owner · MBA · CPM® · ABR® · CDPE · CEN
804-221-1065
KentRVAhomes@gmail.com
SterlingHomesRichmond.com
REALTOR®
Equal Housing
What I Do

Full-Service Real Estate
& Property Management

From your first home purchase to managing a rental portfolio — I'm with you every step of the way.

🏡
Buying a Home

First-time buyer or seasoned investor, I guide you through every step, negotiate on your behalf, and make sure you get the right home at the right price in the Richmond area.

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Selling Your Home

Sharp pricing, proven marketing strategies, and expert negotiation to get your home sold quickly and for maximum value — backed by 313+ successful transactions.

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Property Management

Full-service management for rental properties — tenant screening, leasing, maintenance coordination, and rent collection — so you can invest with confidence.

"Deep roots in Richmond. Committed to helping you find your place in RVA."
— Kent Thompson · Sterling Homes Richmond
Kent Thompson — Broker/Owner of Sterling Homes Richmond
32
Years Licensed
About Kent

Service-Oriented.
Consultative. Results-Driven.

Licensed since 1994 and deeply rooted in the Richmond market, I bring a service-oriented and consultative approach to every transaction. My goal is simple: understand your needs, educate you on the market, protect your interests, and deliver the best possible outcome — every time.

As Broker/Owner of Sterling Homes Richmond, I combine local expertise with the resources of one of Richmond's most trusted firms. Whether you're buying your first home, selling a longtime family property, or growing a rental portfolio, I make the process as smooth as possible.

CPM® · Certified Property ManagerABR® · Accredited Buyer RepresentativeCDPE · SFR · Distressed Property ExpertCEN · Certified Expert Negotiator
313+
Total Transactions
19 Areas
Greater Richmond
Work With Kent
Track Record

Recent Past Sales

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2815 Semmes Ave · Richmond, VA 23225
Seller · May 2025
$800,000
2815 Semmes Ave · Richmond, VA 23225
🛏 4 bd
🚿 3 ba
📐 3,477 sqft
518 W 25th St · Richmond, VA 23225
Seller · Apr 2025
$655,000
518 W 25th St · Richmond, VA 23225
🛏 3 bd
🚿 3 ba
📐 2,214 sqft
512 Trickling Creek Rd · N. Chesterfield
Buyer · Mar 2025
$421,000
512 Trickling Creek Rd · N. Chesterfield
🛏 3 bd
🚿 3 ba
📐 2,118 sqft
1102 Aberdour Rd · Jarratt, VA 23867
Both · Nov 2024
$210,000
1102 Aberdour Rd · Jarratt, VA 23867
🛏 3 bd
🚿 2 ba
📐 1,298 sqft
1600 Beaverdam Creek Rd · Crozier, VA
Buyer · May 2024
$560,000
1600 Beaverdam Creek Rd · Crozier, VA
🛏 3 bd
🚿 2 ba
📐 2,564 sqft
313+
Total Sales
Client Testimonials

What Clients Are Saying

5.0
★★★★★
43 Zillow Reviews
★★★★★
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I recently had the pleasure of working with Kent as a first-time home buyer, and I cannot recommend him enough! Navigating real estate can be daunting, but Kent made the entire experience seamless.

Don Orr
Buyer · Chesterfield, VA · 2023
★★★★★
"

Kent is a very seasoned and knowledgeable agent. His negotiating skills are second to none. He has many clients but always makes it seem as if you're the only one.

K. Conley
Buyer & Seller · Richmond, VA · 2023
★★★★★
"

Kent really cares about his clients and is the ultimate professional. His knowledge of the Richmond market is exceptional and his marketing strategies for my home were outstanding.

C. Edwards
Seller · Woodland Heights · 2021
★★★★★
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Being a first time home buyer, I was overwhelmed and terrified. Kent was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient with me. He made the whole process manageable.

M. Peck
Buyer · Henrico, VA · 2023
★★★★★
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Buying a home with Kent was such an easy experience. He knew to put things in the contract that I had not thought of. Because of this I saved a lot of money and future trouble.

K. Conley
Buyer · Gum Spring, VA · 2021
★★★★★
"

As a single mother with 2 young kids working full time during a pandemic, Kent went out of his way to make my home buying experience as smooth as possible. Truly outstanding service.

Christine Taylor
Buyer · Richmond, VA · 2021
Read All 43 Reviews on Zillow
Serving Greater Richmond
16 Neighborhoods.
One Trusted Expert.
Coverage

Areas I Serve

Deeply familiar with Richmond and surrounding communities across the greater metro area.

Ask About Your Area

Greater Richmond Region

Richmond, VA
Hanover, VA
Chesterfield, VA
Henrico, VA
The Fan
Museum District
Woodland Heights
Forest Hill
Bon Air
Short Pump
Church Hill
Westover Hills
Stratford Hills
Ginter Park
Oxford
Forest Hill Park
West End
Goochland, VA
Powhatan, VA
Life Outside the Office

On the Trail with Kent

When I'm not helping clients find their perfect home in Richmond, you'll find me exploring Virginia's trails with my dogs. These are the moments that keep me grounded — and remind me why I love this place so much.

Sunset over the James River
Kent Thompson with dogs on the James River rocks
Kent hiking in Shenandoah National Park
Kent and dogs hiking at Pocahontas State Park
Freight train crossing the CSX Railroad Bridge
View of the historic pump house ruins
Get in Touch

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Your Next Move

Whether you're ready to buy, sell, or explore property management — I'd love to hear from you.

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