Allison Richards

Allison Richards

Principal at Compass
SL: 3016863
  •   5   (76 reviews)

About Allison

Allison Richards leads The Richards Group, comprised of two agents, with Compass 30A. Her husband, Scotty, as Global Real Estate Advisor. Allison works frequently with out-of-state buyers seeking vacation homes or investment properties on Scenic Highway 30A. After a varied career in corporate banking, manufacturing and human resources, she began a real estate career, following the advice of a female entrepreneur. She has a strong background and skill set for listing luxury properties in the 30A, Inlet Beach, Miramar Beach, and Destin. Her negotiating skills are evident in her ability to obtain list-to-sale-price nearly 100% of the time. Her background in interior design and staging helps present her listings with a sophisticated and highly desirable level of marketability. In 2021, Allison's sales volume was $89 million with 84 clients served, making her the brokerage's top-producing agent by sales volume and top-producing agents by clients served that year. She is the recipient of numerous awards throughout her career: The 2017 and 2020 "Entrepreneur of the Year" awards from the Women's Council of Realtors; "Shortest Days on Market" and "Highest Average List-To-Sales Price" awards from her brokerage in 2019; and "The Extraordinary in 2019, 2020 and 2021. Allison was awarded top single agent in 2022 with $89 million in sales volume. She was nominated by her peers to serve on Scenic Sotheby's International Realty's Leadership Council in 2021. In 2022, Sotheby's International Realty chose Allison to speak in the Master Class on how agents have enhanced their businesses by sourcing leads from their spheres of influence and converted digital leads. Designations: Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), Graduate REALTOR Institute (GRI), Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), E-Pro Internet Professional.

Allison's reviews

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Allison has 76 reviewsacross 8 different locations, showing 6.
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about 3 years ago
Allison did an outstanding job representing me in the sale of my Gulf view condo

Allison did an outstanding job representing me in the sale of my Gulf view condo. She was recommended to me by one of her former clients and I liked her instantly. She is personable and professional and mixes the two very well. Allison worked diligently to stage open houses and create mailings to promote my condo - all the while the market was slowing with the increased interest rate and slower economy. She was not deterred. Allison was easily reachable and quick to call back if I had to leave her a voice mail. She was also quick to call me with any updates. I knew, without a doubt, that she had my back during the negotiation process and she was on top of all that went on from signed contract to closing. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Allison and her team and I highly recommend her in the sale and/or purchase of your next home. Allison is a true professional with a good heart.

about 3 years ago
Allison is very knowledgeable and professional, a pleasure to work with

Allison is very knowledgeable and professional, a pleasure to work with. Scotty is awesome, he was there for the inspection every step of the way and and made sure all items of concern were completed prior to closing. After closing he was very helpful with referrals for a handyman for some small projects we needed to complete. They are very professional and personable, would highly recommend them for any of your real estate needs

over 3 years ago
My experience was positive throughout the home buying process

My experience was positive throughout the home buying process. Moving from CO and buying a home in FL can be stressful but Allison and Scotty made it so easy for me. Helped me find the PERFECT home for me, helped me put in the offer quickly negotiated the price and closed the sale. Also supported me through inspection & repair. Could not have had a better Realtor — professional, empathetic and with me every step of the way. Moved into my home today. Five stars all around!

over 3 years ago
Allison, Scotty, and the team are top notch! They did an excellent job navigating us through the pro

Allison, Scotty, and the team are top notch! They did an excellent job navigating us through the process of selling our home. There were a few times when I had concerns about different phases of the sale, like during the due diligence period. Allison would promptly set up a time for us to discuss and she was able to understand my concerns and help to clarify. Allison demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and integrity, and felt like I was in great hands. Highly recommend her!

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Allison's properties

Allison has 4 properties for sale and sold 9 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 1, 2026
$1,575,000
UNIT 3A/2381 West CR-30A
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
2
3
1
Townhouse
Listing courtesy of Ocean Reef Realty Inc and Compass
SoldMar 12, 2026
$1,300,000
186 Redbud Lane
Walton County FL 32461
5
5
Other
Listing courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC
SoldFeb 20, 2026
$1,879,000
1507 Trout Lane
Upper Grand Lagoon FL 32408
4
4
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida and Compass Florida, LLC
SoldFeb 5, 2026
$890,000
402 Redbud Lane
Walton County FL 32461
4
4
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of Compass Florida, LLC
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