Kari Grimaldi

Kari Grimaldi

President, Grimaldi Commercial Realty Corp.

Tampa, FL 33613

Phone (813) 882-0884

Mobile (813) 376-3386

Specializing in Commercial Real Estate Sales, Development Land, Leasing, & Investments, est. 1975
Specialties
Investment Sales Broker, Landlord Rep, Tenant Rep
Property Types
Industrial, Land, Office, Retail, Multifamily, Health Care
Markets
Tampa/St Petersburg
Languages
English
Bio
Kari Lynn Grimaldi is the Managing Broker and President of Grimaldi Commercial Realty Corp., and a recognized leader in Tampa Bay’s commercial real estate market. Ranked among the region’s top producers, Kari has built a distinguished career with successfully closed transactions exceeding $100 million and approaching the $200 million milestone. Raised in the family business, Kari developed her expertise early, combining over 25 years of hands-on experience with a deep understanding of market dynamics, strategic negotiation, and relationship-driven client service. She has successfully represented sellers, buyers, landlords, and tenants across all sectors of the commercial real estate market, from inception to closing. Kari’s portfolio spans a diverse range of commercial transactions, including: - Office and build-to-suit sales & leasing - Medical office sales & Leasing - Retail, industrial, and multifamily investments - Single-tenant NNN national investments & Investment Sales - Land and commercial development - Seller financing, creative deal structures, 1031 and reverse exchanges - Short sales, distressed, and bank-owned assets As a multiple-year Crexi Platinum Broker Award recipient, Kari is recognized for her ability to deliver exceptional results in complex, high-value transactions. As a commercial real estate owner and investor herself, she brings a uniquely informed perspective, guiding clients with the insight of someone who has successfully navigated the same path.
Education
A Florida native, Kari earned her Bachelor’s degree in Management and Psychology from the University of Florida, and attended the University of South Florida for a Master’s degree .
Affiliations
  • NAR - National Association of Realtors
  • International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)
Awards
2025 Best of Florida Real Estate Brokerage
2024 CREXI Platinum Broker Award
2024 Best of Florida Real Estate Brokerage
2022 CREXI Platinum Broker Award
2023 Best of Florida Real Estate Brokerage