Kersten Bowman is a seasoned real estate professional with over a decade of proven success along Florida’s Emerald Coast. She serves as a Luxury Broker Associate and Destin Market Manager with Christie’s International Real Estate Emerald Coast, and proudly leads her own team — The Locals Group.

Kersten has personally represented more than $100 million in residential and investment sales across Destin, Miramar Beach, Niceville, 30A, and surrounding communities. Her expertise and reputation have earned her notable recognition, including 2024 & 2025 Best BeLocal Realtor, the 2025 Influencer Award, and features in publications such as VIP Destin, Emerald Coast Real Producers, and Authority Magazine.

Known for her creative lifestyle marketing strategies and sophisticated approach to luxury real estate, Kersten blends market intelligence with local insight. Her clients value her industry connections, professionalism, and the way she turns each transaction into a thoughtfully guided experience, not just a sale. Rooted in the coastal lifestyle she loves, Kersten understands that real estate here is more than property; it’s about embracing a way of life. Whether curating the sale of a beach retreat or helping families find a place they call home, she brings clarity, connection, and confidence to every step.