About Brad Kappel

Brad Kappel, a third-generation Annapolitan raised on the Chesapeake Bay, is Maryland’s #1 waterfront real estate agent and one of the region’s most accomplished leaders in luxury real estate. With $1.2 billion in individual sales and $1.8 billion in total team sales, Brad has set multiple records across the Chesapeake region, including the highest waterfront sale ever recorded in Anne Arundel County and the state of Maryland at $17.5 million. His 18 years of experience, paired with a background in home construction and renovation, give clients unmatched insight into property value, potential, and long-term investment strategy.

Brad leads the Brad Kappel Team, Maryland’s #1 Waterfront Real Estate Team, and ranked one of the Best Small Real Estate Teams in the U.S. by RealTrends Verified. With dedicated marketing, in-house creative production, client support, staging guidance, and the global reach of Sotheby’s International Realty, the team provides a fully integrated, concierge-level experience for sellers and buyers at every price point. Their regional expertise is further strengthened by Anne Arundel County’s #1 buyer’s agent, Alex Clark, and Eastern Shore Specialist, Joe Bray, ensuring elevated representation across Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, and Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

A Top 100 Global Sotheby’s Agent for four consecutive years, Brad continues to set the standard for luxury and waterfront real estate in the Chesapeake Bay region. His precision, market knowledge, and negotiation skill have made him one of Annapolis’ top-performing real estate professionals across all property types.

A graduate of St. Mary’s School, the College of Charleston, and the Chapman School of Seamanship, Brad is an avid boater and active supporter of local maritime and environmental organizations. When he isn’t advising clients, he can be found boating, paddleboarding, cooking, or enjoying the waterfront lifestyle on the Severn River.