Jim Roche

Jim Roche, a native of Northeast Philadelphia, has always had a deep connection to his community. A proud graduate of Pennsylvania State University, Jim's passion for real estate began as a part-time pursuit after he obtained his Real Estate License in 2017. What started as a side job quickly transformed into a thriving career as Jim's dedication and expertise propelled him to become one of the top-producing agents at the Keller Williams Philly brokerage in South Philadelphia. In Q4 of 2019, Jim launched The Jim Roche Real Estate Team, driven by a vision to create a brand synonymous with trust and excellence in the real estate industry. Under his leadership, the team quickly gained recognition for its commitment to client satisfaction and market knowledge. As the team's success grew beyond the Philadelphia region, a rebranding effort in May 2024 led to the birth of Rarity Real Estate, reflecting the team's expanded reach and continued growth. Today, Rarity Real Estate stands as a top sales teams' nationwide with Keller Williams. Rarity.OS, their Expansion Partner program is also among one of the industry leaders in expansion markets across the country. Jim's leadership and entrepreneurial spirit extends beyond real estate sales; he is also a partner in multiple KW Market Centers, a title company, & a property management firm. His portfolio includes investments in multi-family and single family new construction developments, real estate funds and also holds an investment interest in real estate tech companies. Jim's influence in the industry is further solidified through his roles as a presenter and speaker at prestigious events, including the annual Keller Williams conferences, Annual Inman Connect Conferences and other top real estate events throughout the Country. His expertise has been recognized by major media outlets such as Philly Magazine, where he has been featured as a top producer & real estate Power Player from 2018 to 2024, the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Business Journal, Realtor.com and many other publications. With an impressive track record and proven growth in less than just five years, Jim Roche has established himself as a visionary leader across the real estate industry. He currently resides in the Main Line area of PA in Ardmore, with his wife Dana, their six-year-old son Liam, and their three-year-old daughter Emma.