Mike Derenthal is the Broker/Owner of Derenthal Realty and a top-performing real estate agent in Orlando, Florida, ranked in the top 0.5% of more than 18,000 agents in the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (Stellar MLS). A lifelong Floridian with over 22 years of experience, Mike has built a career defined by consistent production and specialized expertise, closing more than $206 million in lifetime sales volume.
Mike is best known as a lakefront real estate specialist in Central Florida, representing buyers and sellers of waterfront properties across Orlando, Winter Park, College Park (32804) and surrounding lakefront communities. His business is heavily focused on properties in the $500,000 to $1M+ range, where his in-depth knowledge of lakefront values, water quality, frontage, and long-term appreciation provides a distinct advantage to clients. Having personally lived the lakefront lifestyle for his entire life, Mike brings firsthand insight that goes beyond standard market knowledge.
In addition to waterfront homes, Mike also works extensively with luxury properties, historic homes in Downtown Orlando and College Park (32804,32803, 32801), and select commercial and renovation opportunities. His background includes an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, equipping him with a highly analytical, data-driven approach to pricing, negotiation, and investment strategy. Prior to real estate Mike was involved with commercial mixed-use construction and international environmental sales in Europe and Asia. He is often featured in Orlando Magazine as one of the area’s top real estate agents.
Mike Derenthal truly is Orlando's waterfront expert. Mike and his team were a tremendous help in guiding us through the purchase of our dream lakefront home. He knows the different lakes, the neighborhoods, and truly cares about the best interests of his clients. We will use Mike again for our future real estate needs.
- Mark P
Mike helped us find the perfect lakefront estate and was amazing in helping us negotiate a deal we felt was fair for all parties. We highly recommend Derenthal
- Buyer
We have both purchased and sold multiple times through Mike, and he has done a fantastic job on each occasion. He and his team are all highly professional, and guided us through all stages of the transaction, focusing on what was best for us at each step. We would call Mike again without hesitation.
- John & Pam P.
Without hesitation, I can refer Mike as a true professional who will make the sale of your home his top priority.
- Buyer
We have both purchased and sold multiple times through Mike, and he has done a fantastic job on each occasion. He and his team are all highly professional, and guided us through all stages of the...
I am recognized by my peers and throughout the community as a waterfront expert. I know the areas, the lakes, and the waterfront homes that surround them and understand the importance of matching waterfront buyers to the perfect lake home, on the best lake, in the right community, and at the right price. And I have a proven track record at creating a marketing plans for selling lakefront homes fast and for top dollar.
20+
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
400+
HOMES SOLD
$0M+
SALES
Top 1%
WATERFRONT EXPERT
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This has been a labor of love for 20 years now ever since I first got into
real estate and realized that not everyone in this business seemed to
truly appreciate and connect with the waterfront lifestyle like I did.
