Fort Lauderdale’s Premier Waterfront Real Estate Expert

Buy or sell luxury waterfront homes with Derek Cardinal — your trusted guide for Las Olas, Harbor Beach, and beyond.

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MEET DEREK CARDINAL

With years of experience navigating the Fort Lauderdale and Las Olas luxury market, Derek Cardinal is more than just an agent — he’s your strategic partner in achieving exceptional results.

His reputation for precision, persistence, and integrity has made him the go-to professional for high-net-worth buyers and sellers who demand unparalleled service and local expertise.

Derek knows every canal, every cove, and every hidden gem on the water — and uses that insider knowledge to help clients maximize their sales price or secure the best deal possible.

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FEATURED WATERFRONT PROPERTIES

NEW / FOR SALE

Modern Family Home

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2-Car Garage Wheelchair accessible property

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Loft Style Apartment

1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Parking Slot

RENOVATED / FOR SALE

Three-Storey Townhouse

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 2-Car Garage Wheelchair accessible property

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EXPERIENCE THE FORT LAUDERDALE WATERFRONT LIFESTYLE

From Las Olas to Harbor Beach, every canal, cove, and coastline tells a story. Discover yacht-ready estates, sunset terraces, and vibrant coastal communities — with Derek Cardinal as your local guide.

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WHY BUYERS AND SELLERS CHOOSE DEREK CARDINAL

When it comes to waterfront homes in Fort Lauderdale, you deserve more than an average agent — you deserve a market specialist who treats your goals as his own. Derek’s clients choose him because he works tirelessly, communicates transparently, and delivers elite-level results every time.

Waterfront Expertise – Decades of local market insight.
Luxury Marketing – Cinematic video, global reach.
Negotiation Mastery – Data-driven and client-first.
Unmatched Service – Personalized, transparent, results-driven

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

“I can’t say enough good things about Derek Cardinal. Selling my father’s estate home while living out of state started as an incredibly stressful experience, but once I chose Derek he went above and beyond to make the entire process smooth and worry-free.

He handled everything—from coordinating repairs and clean-up, to staging, listing, and managing the sale—with professionalism, care, and attention to detail. I was consistently impressed by his clear communication and willingness to step in wherever needed. Derek treated the home and situation with the utmost respect, and I always felt like he had our family’s best interests at heart.

It’s rare to find someone so capable, trustworthy, and compassionate. I’m deeply grateful for all that he did during a very emotional time. If you’re looking for a realtor who truly goes the extra mile, Derek Cardinal is the one you want by your side.”
Jackie Friend

“Derek is really great at understanding exactly what you are looking for. I'm a yacht captain and he walked through and met with multiple sellers agents and ultimately locked in a contract for me while I was on charter in the Bahamas. Every step of the way he was on point with clear instructions and a flawless transaction! Highly recommended”
Joshua Turner

“Derek is the best realtor ever! I was on a time crunch and Derek found me my forever home in a very short period of time. Derek worked non stop was always available and helped me every step of the way, especially since this was my first time as a buyer. Derek knew what suited my needs and he found me a hidden gem I never knew that existed in Ft. Lauderdale and I grew up here. He made the process for me very easy and stress free! I highly recommend Derek to everyone and look forward to doing more business with Derek in the future. It was a pleasure!”
Vasiliki Karliambas

“The best releator great customer service”
laqyuayle myers

“Best realtor in fort lauderdale!”
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