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Gwenn Mc Donald

Around Syracuse Realty
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25 years of experience
14 sales in last 12 months

Achievements

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Top Baldwinsville Brokerage 2025
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Top Negotiator 2025
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Sells Homes Fast 2025

Business Highlights

25 years in business

25 years in business

Boutique brokerage

Boutique brokerage

Offers customized solutions

Offers customized solutions

Women-owned & operated

Women-owned & operated

REALTOR® certified

REALTOR® certified

Extensive experience guiding complex transactions, transitions, and downsizing decisions
Selected to serve on key REALTOR® association committees
Graduate of the Greater Syracuse Association of REALTORS® Leadership Development Program
Born and raised in Central New York with deep local market knowledge and strong community ties

About Gwenn Mc Donald

About
Hey CNY! I help homeowners navigate major transitions — from selling long-time family homes to preparing and marketing properties with intention and precision. After years with national brokerages, I founded Around Syracuse Realty to offer a truly local, hands-on approach backed by data-driven pricing and tech-savvy marketing designed to get results — not follow templates. Many of my clients are balancing demanding careers, family responsibilities, or selling from out of town. They want clarity and momentum, not a to-do list. I handle the heavy lifting — from staging guidance and preparation to coordinating trusted vendors — and I keep things moving forward smoothly. In communities like Radisson, where local knowledge and experience matter, I make sure there are no surprises that slow a sale down. My goal is simple: maximize your net value, minimize stress, and help you move forward with confidence.
Hobbies
Fitness & Exercise, Animals, Community Activities, Technology, Family
Education
Bachelor's Degree, St. Andrew's Presbyterian College
Bachelor's of Arts

Professional Information

Brokerage

Around Syracuse Realty

8155 Speach Drive

Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Real Estate License
10491209163 (New York), Broker
Designations
SRS, RSPS, AWHD, Pricing Strategy Advisor, Real Estate Negotiation Expert
Languages
English

Specialties & Awards

Overview

I specialize in helping homeowners simplify their next move — whether downsizing or right-sizing. Clients choose me to protect equity, minimize stress, and keep the process clear, efficient, and well-planned.

Specialties

1031 Tax Exchange
Buyer Representative
Concierge Services
Condominiums
Farm/Ranch
First Time Buyers
Lot/Land
Luxury Properties
Military (relocation)
New Construction
New Homes
Relocation
Seller Representative
VA loans

Awards

President's club

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Highly likely to recommend
5.0
Closed Date
07/29/2020
Customer
Josh S. sold a home in Clay NY

Gwenn was very professional and assisted me in preparing my house for sale. She even helped me paint and clean. I had no idea how much I needed to do, but with her help I ended up selling my home in less than 1 week well over asking! She then helped me purchase a home I wasn't even considering but I decided to meet her at the home and LOVED it! I am so grateful that I listened to her and took her advice. She tells it likes it is and it works!

Highly likely to recommend
5.0
Closed Date
02/20/2020
Customer
Martha L. sold a home in Syracuse NY

I know her as "Wendy" and she helped us when my husbands sister passed away. She helped clean, arrange for a few minor repairs of the home that would increase the number of buyers, she was correct and we sold for over asking. She even helped us find and deliver the necessary documents the attorney needed. She was very helpful!

Highly likely to recommend
5.0
Closed Date
07/28/2020
Customer
Jen O. bought a home in Cicero NY

Gwenn helped us purchase a home in this crazy market. We were loosing home after home in multiple offers. Gwenn helped us find a mortgage broker that assisted us in making our offer more appealing and we found the house of our dreams. We couldn't have done it with out her and she was amazing in keeping our spirits up! Thank you!

Highly likely to recommend
5.0
Closed Date
11/01/2020
Customer
Carol M. sold a home in Minoa,NY

I would highly recommend Gwenn McDonald from Around Syracuse Realty. She explained the process to me and helped me every step of the way. She even brought the documents needed to my attorney so I did not have to travel. Very responsive to emails, calls questions. Very helpful.

Highly likely to recommend
5.0
Closed Date
12/01/2020
Customer
Aaron C. bought a home in Syracuse NY

Gwenn was awesome! I am a first time home buyer and she helped me with how to get financing and all of the different types of loans that I qualified for. Searching for a home, negotiating on my behalf and all the different aspects of purchasing a home. Very insightful, helpful and overall excellent to work with! Work with her and you won't be disappointed

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