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Derek Bauer - Real Estate One - Brighton, MI
Realtor / Associate Broker

Realtor | Associate Broker
Derek Bauer is a 24+ year real estate veteran and trusted advisor serving Southeast Michigan.
As a Broker Associate with Real Estate One, Derek combines deep local expertise with a highly data-driven and custome... Show More
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We cannot recommend Derek highly enough to anyone who is looking in the metro Detroit area! My wife and I worked with Derek on both the sale of our old home and the purchase of our new home. Derek is not only responsive, timely, and reliable,...
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August 19th, 2026 10:20 AM
Zach, this means a lot to me. You both were truly a joy to work with, and I’m grateful you trusted me with both selling your home and helping you find the right new one.You had a wonderful home to sell, and it was a pleasure to market a property...
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Working with Derek was an absolute 5-star experience from start to finish. He is an exceptional communicator who made the entire process of selling our home seamless, transparent, and completely stress-free.What we appreciated most was his...
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August 13th, 2026 11:08 AM
Doug, this review really means a lot to me, especially knowing that you found me online and ultimately trusted me with your first experience selling a home.You were both an absolute joy to work with. Your Howell home was beautiful, stylish,...
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Working with Derek was the best real estate experience I have had to date. We sold our home first on the market...but only because he had a plan and strategy. He used high-quality materials (Flyers and attractive signage), he is easy to talk...
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August 5th, 2026 12:40 AM
Thank you, Shannon! Your perspective means a great deal to me, especially knowing how many real estate transactions you have experienced over the years. From the beginning, you trusted the plan for preparing, positioning, and marketing your...
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Great experience with Derek! Buying a house feels very time sensitive, and he was always available to show us houses and work around our schedule. He was never pushy, and offered a lot of valuable insight regarding home repairs and maintenance....
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July 31st, 2026 12:37 PM
Lauren, it was such a pleasure helping you and Tim relocate to Southeast Michigan and find the right home. Thank you for the trust and business! I know how important flexibility was when promising homes appeared, especially in such a competitive,...
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We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. We will definitely be reaching out to him again in the future if we need to and recommending him to friends and family.
Reply from Owner
July 31st, 2026 12:38 PM
Tim, it was a genuine pleasure helping you and Lauren find the right home. I’m grateful for the trust you placed in me throughout the process, and I’m so glad everything came together as it did. I would be honored to help either of you again,...
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Derek was outstanding to work with throughout my home-buying journey. Over the course of several months, he patiently helped me search through Farmington Hills and many surrounding communities until we found a home that I am truly happy with....
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June 21st, 2026 12:23 PM
Kyle, I’m really grateful you shared this. Thank you! I know your search took time, and I appreciated the way you stayed patient and thoughtful through the process. Looking through Farmington Hills and the surrounding communities over several...
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If you’re looking to buy or sell a house Derek is the one to call. Our family and friends have used him numerous times over the years. A realtor with the experience and professionalism that is needed to achieve the best outcome for you. He...
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Reply from Derek Bauer Realty Solutions
May 28th, 2026 11:28 AM
Thank you, Wendy! This means a lot, especially coming from someone whose family and friends I’ve had the privilege of helping many times over the years. Trust is everything when buying or selling a home, and I’m grateful that you’ve continued...
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May 19th, 2026 12:56 PM
Thank you, Brendan! You both were a pleasure to work with, and I always enjoy the privilege of seeing buyers into their first home. Congratulations on all of the wonderful things in your world right now, and never hesitate to reach-out! Many...
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I had a great experience selling my home in Michigan with Derek. He was professional, responsive, and guided me through every step. Thanks to his expertise, my home sold quickly and at a great price. I highly recommend him!
Reply from Owner
May 4th, 2026 02:29 PM
Thank you so much, Noel, for taking the time to share this! It truly means a lot that I was able to help you purchase the home back in 2019, then be trusted again to help you sell it in 2026. I’m grateful we were able to navigate the process...
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We had an excellent experience working with Derek. He helped us sell two properties very quickly and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. His knowledge of the market, professionalism, and strong communication kept us informed every...
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Reply from Owner
April 28th, 2026 05:54 PM
Thank you so much, Larissa!. I really appreciate this. Working with you both through multiple transactions, from helping you buy the home to later selling it, along with selling another property, has been something I’ve been genuinely grateful...
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About
Realtor | Associate Broker
Derek Bauer is a 24+ year real estate veteran and trusted advisor serving Southeast Michigan.
As a Broker Associate with Real Estate One, Derek combines deep local expertise with a highly data-driven and customer-focused approach to help clients make informed decisions with confidence.
Recognized as a RealTrends Verified Top 250 Agent in Michigan (2025) and a 12-year Hour Magazine “Real Estate All-Star,” Derek is known for his professionalism, proactive communication, and commitment to doing what’s best for his clients.
Buyers and sellers rely on Derek for clear market insights, strong negotiation skills, and a seamless experience from start to finish.
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Positions
- Real Estate One - Broker AssociateFeb 1st, 2002 - Current
Memberships
- LCAR
- National Association of Realtors
- Michigan Realtors
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Year Started
2002
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Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Licenses
- Michigan Associate Broker License
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- Real Estate All Star in SE MI Metro Detroit by Hour Media 2011 - 2025
- 2025 RealTrends Verified Top 250 Agent in Michigan
- Livingston County Assoc of Realtors (LCAR) Board of Director Member
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- Golf
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