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.

Through Derenthal Realty, Mike provides a boutique, high-touch experience backed by deep local expertise and proven results. His approach is grounded in real market data—not headlines—helping clients make informed decisions and successfully navigate complex transactions in Central Florida’s competitive real estate market.