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Brokerage of Debbie Kirkland · Tallahassee, Florida
Welcome to First Story Real Estate
More Than Real Estate.
A Place for Your Next Chapter.
First Story Real Estate is led by Broker Debbie Kirkland, whose practice is built on a simple idea: the right property is about more than square footage. It is about how you want to live, what you want to build, and what you hope to pass on.
From a first home in Tallahassee to a waterfront retreat on the Forgotten Coast or working acreage in Southwest Georgia, we bring local knowledge, honest counsel, and careful attention to every client we serve.
“I love this profession. Seeing clients reach their goals — through investing, a starter home, or a retirement retreat — is enormously rewarding.”
Debbie Kirkland · BrokerCentury 21 First Story Real Estate
Three Distinct Markets
From city neighborhoods to coastal waterfront and wide-open acreage, our work follows the places our clients want to call home.

Tallahassee & North Florida
Luxury homes and distinctive properties across Leon, Jefferson, Wakulla, Gadsden, Madison, and Taylor Counties.
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Florida's Forgotten Coast
Waterfront estates and coastal homes across Taylor, Wakulla, Jefferson, Franklin, Gulf, and Bay Counties.
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Southwest Georgia
Plantations, equestrian properties, and large acreage in Thomasville, Bainbridge, Quitman, Cairo, and Lake Seminole.
Explore Southwest GeorgiaFind the Property That Fits Your Story
Estates, waterfront homes, working land, and historic houses — each collection is a starting point for the kind of property you want next.
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Featured Properties
A look at homes and land currently available across North Florida, the Forgotten Coast, and Southwest Georgia.
Thinking Of Selling?
We provide a full-service marketing approach designed to showcase your home, reach the right buyers, and help you sell with confidence.
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Having known Debbie K for a couple decades, and having benefitted from her help with a recent home purchase, we knew she was the one to help us with the sale of our Tallahassee home of 25 years. Our expectations were high, and Debbie far exceeded them, from her early advice on thorough prep and timing of listing, to a flawless marketing plan, to managing multiple full price offers and getting us under contract in 3 days! If you need a personal recommendation, don't hesitate to ask!
Exceptional Service Doug & Lisa C. · Seller, Tallahassee -
Very attentive and helpful.
Attentive & Helpful Steve C Daws · Seller, Tallahassee -
Debbie is amazing! She is professional and warm. She knows the market and area and exactly what needs to be done to get the sale done. I highly recommend Debbie as an agent!! Thank you Debbie for a great experience!!
Market Expertise Jennie R. · Seller, Tallahassee -
While working with Debra Kirkland on finding my dream house, she paid attention to every detail. She was relentless and passionate about my needs and wants. If you are in need for realtor services I will recommend you to her. It will only take one meeting with her, and you will know she is the best!!
Every Detail Shane Woodham · Buyer, Quincy -
Debbie Kirkland is the only realtor I truly trust. She has my best interest in mind and really cares about her clients.
Trusted Advisor Trip Webb · Buyer, Tallahassee -
I was moving to an area I was not familiar with and Debbie was great in helping me find and house and staying on top of everything that was needed, especially because it was my first time buying a home. She was there for me whenever I had a question or needed help and was truly phenomenal and helped me in more ways than I could have hoped! Thank you Debbie!
First Home Nicole Gibbs · Buyer, Blountstown -
Debbie was absolutley instrumental in finding our dream home. She is a dream to work with and makes the process so easy for her clients. I will be telling all my friends/family to use Debbie and Century 21 moving forward!
Dream Home Walker Lane · Buyer, Tallahassee -
Debra is an exceptional agent. I would not consider working with anyone else in this area.
Exceptional Agent David W · Buyer, Tallahassee -
Debbie's expertise and outstanding customer service were invaluable as she oversaw the long distance preparation and sale of our home. We are so grateful and extremely satisfied with the result!
Long-Distance Sale C. & J. O’Rourke · Seller, Tallahassee -
4.9 out of 5
Average rating across 68 verified client reviews for Debbie Kirkland and the First Story team.
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