About Karlee
Karlee Smart is a trusted and award-winning real estate professional serving the Jersey Shore and beyond. A lifelong Monmouth County native, Karlee brings together her background in education and business with a deep-rooted passion for New Jersey’s vibrant coastal communities. She currently resides in Ocean Township, where she’s raising two children with her husband, a proud U.S. Navy veteran—giving her a personal understanding of the lifestyle, neighborhoods, and opportunities the area has to offer.
Karlee is the proud recipient of the prestigious NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award®, recognizing her outstanding achievements and commitment to client success. She also serves as Vice Chair of Public Relations for the Monmouth Ocean Regional Realtors and is the Goldstone Realty Ambassador for Community Affairs—leadership roles that underscore her influence and advocacy within the local real estate industry.
Crowned USA Icon Mrs. New Jersey 2025, Karlee has also held national pageant titles including Mrs. New Jersey International 2022, Mrs. USA Earth 2023, and Mrs. USA Earth Eco 2024. Through her platform, Holistically Healing Heroes, and her initiative Silent Patriots, she supports military families, veterans, and active-duty service members by connecting them to real estate resources and holistic wellness support. As a Certified Military Relocation Professional (MRP), she has the specialized knowledge and experience to help military families navigate relocations with confidence and ease.
Karlee is also the Publisher of Goldstone Living, a lifestyle and real estate magazine that showcases local businesses, events, and the best of Jersey Shore living. Through her media presence and real estate platform @MrsNJSellsHomes, she keeps her community informed with market insights, neighborhood spotlights, and lifestyle features tailored to Monmouth and Ocean County homeowners and future buyers.
A Certified Seller Consultant and nationally recognized Power Agent of the Month (March 2021), Karlee is known for her local expertise, strong negotiation skills, and dedication to guiding her clients through every step of the real estate process. She believes in building lasting relationships through communication, education, and results-driven service.
When she’s not assisting buyers, sellers, or investors, Karlee can be found enjoying life on the Jersey Shore—paddleboarding on Deal Lake, boating on the Shrewsbury and Navesink Rivers, or strolling the Asbury Park Boardwalk with her family. She knows where to find the best beaches, parks, schools, and hidden gems throughout the region—and she’ll make sure you do too.
Make the Smart Choice—Contact Karlee Smart today to schedule your personalized consultation or receive a complimentary market snapshot of the Monmouth & Ocean County real estate market.

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