About

Darren Greene

Welcome to DarrenGreene.com, your premier destination for real estate in Southwest Florida!

Darren has one philosophy about helping people with their real estate ventures…The clients come first!! He believes that if you're not left with an amazing experience, he hasn't done his job.

Darren Greene is a seasoned real estate professional with a genuine commitment to helping his clients achieve their real estate goals, whether they're buying or selling. Specializing in the vibrant communities of Cape Coral, Pine Island, Matlacha, Punta Gorda, Estero, Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Bokeelia, St. James City, and Lehigh Acres, Darren serves clients across Lee, Collier, and Charlotte counties. With extensive experience in all types of Real Estate, Darren caters to diverse needs – from first-time buyers to luxury buyers who enjoy activities such as biking, golfing, boating, fishing, or simply relishing in stunning sunsets. Moreover, Darren excels in helping sellers market their homes effectively, leveraging his expertise in Gulf Access Homes, Gated Communities, properties overlooking golf courses, or those with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you're looking to buy or sell, Darren is your real estate expert who can guide you every step of the way.

Darren's journey in real estate began in 1987, where he initially focused on renovations and investments before transitioning to become a licensed Realtor in 2011. His multifaceted experience allows him to offer a comprehensive perspective to his clients, ensuring they receive the highest level of service and expertise.

With a background as a General Contractor, Darren possesses a deep understanding of the construction process. This unique insight enables him to guide his clients through every step of their real estate journey, whether they're buying, selling, or investing. Darren's knowledge of the local market is unparalleled, and he is dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments to provide his clients with a competitive edge.

Since 2006, Darren and his family have called Lee County Florida home, giving him firsthand knowledge of the area's incredible lifestyle. Darren's philosophy is simple: the clients come first. He believes that if you're not left with an amazing experience, he hasn't done his job. Darren is committed to finding the perfect match for his clients' lifestyles, leveraging his expertise in market conditions, neighborhoods, waterways, and school systems to deliver exceptional results.

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or looking to sell your property, Darren has the experience, determination, and integrity to make your real estate dreams a reality. Your best interests are his only priority. Visit DarrenGreene.com to learn more about how Darren can help you with your real estate needs.

Darren is a Licensed Real Estate Broker Associate and a Licensed Real Estate Instructor. He has also earned the following Real Estate Designations and Certificates.

CRS: Certified Residential Specialist

The CRS designation is the highest credential awarded to residential sales agents, managers, and brokers

Graduate REALTOR® Institute REALTORS®

GRI: Graduate REALTOR® Institute REALTORS® with the GRI designation have in-depth 120 hours of training in legal and regulatory issues, technology, professional standards, and the sales process. Earning the designation is a way to stand out to prospective buyers and sellers as a professional with expertise in these areas. The Graduate, REALTOR® Institute (GRI) symbol is the mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation.

SRS: Seller Representative Specialist

The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation is the premier credential in seller representation.

ABR®: Accredited Buyer's Representative

ABR® The ABR® designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation.

RSPS: Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist (Lee County FL #1 in USA)

This certification is designed for REALTORS® who facilitate the buying, selling, or management of properties for investment, development, retirement, or second homes in a resort, recreational and/or vacation destination are involved in this market niche.

CSE: Commercial Sales Expert Certification

Realtors who earn the CSE Certificate have completed in-depth training in the fundamentals of Commercial property types, valuation, pricing strategies, key financial methodologies, and legal and compliance considerations.

RLC: Residential Listing Certification

The Residential Listing Certification program helps REALTORS® master the art of listing residential properties. The courses provide strategies, tools, and more to help agents enhance and differentiate their listings.

REI: Real Estate Investing

The Real Estate Investing (REI) certification program is for REALTORS® who want to master the ins and outs of working with investors and those who are establishing themselves as real estate investors. The Real Estate Investing certification program is for REALTORS® who want to master the ins and outs of working with investors and those who are establishing themselves as real estate investors. The courses provide insight into 1031 exchanges, REITS, NOI models, tools, and more.

CLHMS: Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™(CLHMS) Designation

Members who have met minimum upper-tier sales performance standards and submitted a CLHMS Application with all required supporting documentation can earn the CLHMS™ designation upon review and subsequent approval of their applications.

Member of The Institute: As a member, you will be recognized as a knowledgeable professional who has undergone extensive training in providing quality service and effective results in the luxury market.

LHC: Luxury Homes Certification

Luxury Homes Certification hones their skills in the ever-growing luxury home market. The Certification provides REALTORS® the knowledge they need to approach the luxury niche, including pricing strategies, negotiation tactics, and how to stand out from the crowd. RRC's Luxury Homes

PSA: Pricing Strategy Advisor

Enhance your skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, working with appraisers, and guiding clients through the anxieties and misperceptions they often have about home values with NAR’s PSA

MRP: Military Relocation Professional

NAR's Military Relocation Professional certification focuses on educating real estate professionals about working with current and former military service members to find housing solutions that best suit their needs and take full advantage of military benefits and support.

VAC: V.A. Loan Certified

Veteran and Active Duty Advocating Real Estate Professional; Realtors awarded this certificate of proficiency in appreciation of your meritorious efforts in service to the men and women of Armed Forces of the United States of America; for demonstrating superior knowledge and clear passion for serving others.

RENE: Real Estate Negotiation Expert

The Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification is for real estate professionals. The RENE certification program gives REALTORS® the tips and tools they need to be skillful advocates for their clients.

CNE: Certified Real Estate Negotiation Expert

The Real Estate Negotiation Institute (RENI), the #1 real estate negotiation training in North America. The Certified Negotiation Expert certification is a professional development program for real estate agents who want to become expert negotiators. Negotiation is the #1 skill utilized by real estate professionals.

NC: Negotiations Certified

The Negotiations Certificate program is for real estate professionals who want to fine-tune their negotiation skills, with courses that dive deeper into the psychological aspects of negotiations, allowing agents to master negotiations and grow their expertise.

AHWD: At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) certification

The At Home with Diversity® certification is designed to enable you to work successfully with and within a rapidly changing multicultural market. It will help you to learn diversity sensitivity, how it applies to U.S. fair housing laws in your business, and ways to develop professional guidelines for working with people in the increasingly multicultural real estate market.

C2EX: REALTORS® Commitment to Excellence (C2EX)

Be an advocate for the future of our industry. Be committed to excellence.

DMC: Digital Marketing: Social Media Certification

The RRC Digital Marketing: Social Media certification is for real estate professionals who want to develop expertise with social media resources and the sites that are an essential part of today's digital marketing mix, whether you are promoting your business or the properties you represent.