
License# R(B)-22317
SRS, ABR, RSPS, PSA, RENE, CRB, SFR, E-PRO, CRS
blakekessner@gmail.com
Office: (808) 329-1010
Cell: (808) 987-9295
Certifications & Designations
- SRS: SELLER REPRESENTATIVE SPECIALIST
- ABR: ACCREDITED BUYER’S REPRESENTATIVE
- RSPS: RESORT & SECOND-HOME PROPERTY SPECIALIST
- PSA: PRICING STRATEGY ADVISOR
- RENE: REAL ESTATE NEGOTIATION EXPERT
- CRB: CERTIFIED REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE MANAGER
- SFR: SHORT SALES & FORECLOSURE RESOURCE
- E-PRO: CERTIFIED
Blake Kessner
Principal Broker
Blake Kessner is the Principal Broker at Knutson & Associates, who is also son of Sharon Knutson, current Owner of Knutson & Associates. He is the grandson to Marilyn Knutson, founder of the company.
Blake was born and raised right here in Kona, Hawaii. After graduating high school, he left the island to go to Seattle, Washington. He attended the University of Washington & graduated with a bachelors in Business Management.
All while attending college, Blake worked his way up the corporate ladder in Hotel Management, for major brands such as Marriott & Hilton. His specialty was in operations, where he held division head roles. He has in depth experience overseeing operations of Front Office, Valet Parking, Security, Accounting & Finance, & Housekeeping.
Blake moved back to the Big Island of Hawaii to pursue Real Estate Sales & Property Management for Vacation Rental & Long Term Properties. He is a fourth generation Realtor in a family owned business. He specializes with investment clients & first time home buyers. Blake always gives his clients his 110%. He believes in strong communication throughout the transaction, always keeping people well informed. Standing apart the rest is important to Blake..He has numerous designations & certifications in the Real Estate Industy, empowering him to be a invaluable resource to his clients.
He understands & advocates that being detail oriented is crucially important in this industry. With the market constantly evolving, he pays close attention to how changes will not only affect our Real Estate firms, but our clients as well.
With a strong passion to always strive for the best in all areas of his life, Blake continues to create new goals for himself. He is a fitness enthusiast who has a passionate interest in weight lifting, running, soccer & dance.
My Active Listings
Total volume: $2,863,000
My Sold Listings
Total volume: $50,611,600
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
North Kona | Fee Simple
Keauhou Akahi | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Ala Ka La Apts | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
KOMOHANA KAI 1 & 2 | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Royal Sea-Cliff Club | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Kailua Bay Resort | Fee Simple
KONA ACRES | Fee Simple
Alii Lani | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Kona Makai | Leasehold
Kona Sea Villas | Fee Simple
Ala Ka La Apts | Fee Simple
KOMOHANA KAI 2 | Fee Simple
Kona Isle | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Kona Makai | Leasehold
Kona Reef | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
North Kona | Fee Simple
KAHALUU - KEAUHOU HOUSELOTS | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
KONA SUNSHINE | Fee Simple
KALOKO MAUKA SUBDIVISION | Fee Simple
KAHALUU FARM LOTS | Fee Simple
Alii Lani | Fee Simple
Kona Isle | Fee Simple
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
SUNSET VIEW TERRACE LOTS | Fee Simple
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
Kona Makai | Leasehold
Kona Makai | Leasehold
Alii Banyan | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Alii Villas | Fee Simple
KONA HIGHLANDS | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Ala Ka La Apts | Fee Simple
Kona Magic Sands | Fee Simple
Kona Coffee Villas | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
James M Tanaka Subdiv | Fee Simple
Kona Shores | Fee Simple
ELIMA LANI CONDOMINIUMS | Fee Simple
Kuakini Heights Subdiv | Fee Simple
Kona Palisades | Fee Simple
Kona Coffee Villas | Fee Simple
Kona Coastview Subdiv | Fee Simple
Alii Lani | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Kona Bali Kai | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Komohana Kai 1 & 2 | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Makalei Estates | Fee Simple
Kaloko Mauka Subdiv | Fee Simple
Kona Shores | Fee Simple
Kaloko Mauka Subdiv | Fee Simple
Keauhou Punahele | Fee Simple
Kona Isle | Fee Simple
Kona Isle | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple
Keauhou Bay Lots | Fee Simple
Kona Shores | Fee Simple
Keauhou View Estates | Fee Simple
Keauhou Gardens I | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Kailua Bay Resort | Fee Simple
Kona Isle | Fee Simple
Mauna Lani Terrace | Fee Simple
Kona Makai | Leasehold
Kalaoa Terrace | Fee Simple
Alii Lani | Fee Simple
Kona Shores | Fee Simple
Keauhou Kona Surf & Racquet Club | Fee Simple
Kailua Bay Resort | Fee Simple
Pualani Estates Subdiv | Fee Simple
Pines at Kailua-Kona I | Fee Simple
Kona Pacific | Fee Simple
Casa De Emdeko | Fee Simple