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An award-winning specialist in waterfront and boating properties on Lido, St. Armands, Longboat and Bird keys, Doug Parks brings in-depth knowledge of the greater Sarasota real estate market extending to Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key and beyond.A native of Michigan, Doug spent his early years in his family’s resort business on Lake Huron, where he learned the finer points of developing strong and lasting customer relationships and promoting the utmost in client satisfaction. A graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Doug worked for DTE Energy, spent seven years in construction management and another 15 in sales and marketing. After relocating to Sarasota in 2004, Doug took steps to nourish his longstanding passion for real estate. Upon earning his Florida license, he joined Rooks Morris Real Estate, where he was recognized as that firm’s top producer for 2007. After Rooks Morris merged with Prudential Palms Realty, he was awarded membership to its 2008 Honor Society; and in 2009 to its President’s Circle, an honor bestowed on only the top three percent of agents within the nationwide Prudential real estate network. During that year, he sold more properties in downtown Sarasota and on St. Armands and Lido keys than any other Prudential agent.With over 20 years experience in customer relations and client satisfaction, Doug Parks understands the importance of listening to buyers and sellers. His sincere desire to work closely with you, understand your needs, and achieve your goals and expectations is evident in his “with you all the way” philosophy. Doug is a true real estate professional, with a keen commitment to detail that exceeds the next level of outstanding service.In addition to the Sarasota area residential and condominium market, Doug specializes in waterfront and boating communities, the museum area, St. Armands Circle/Lido area, Longboat and Bird keys.
An award-winning specialist in waterfront and boating properties on Lido, St. Armands, Longboat and Bird keys, Doug Parks brings in-depth knowledge of the greater Sarasota real estate market extending to Lakewood Ranch, Siesta Key and beyond.A native of Michigan, Doug spent his early years in his family’s resort business on Lake Huron, where he learned the finer points of developing strong and lasting customer relationships and promoting the utmost in client satisfaction. A graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Doug worked for DTE Energy, spent seven years in construction management and another 15 in sales and marketing. After relocating to Sarasota in 2004, Doug took steps to nourish his longstanding passion for real estate. Upon earning his Florida license, he joined Rooks Morris Real Estate, where he was recognized as that firm’s top producer for 2007. After Rooks Morris merged with Prudential Palms Realty, he was awarded membership to its 2008 Honor Society; and in 2009 to its President’s Circle, an honor bestowed on only the top three percent of agents within the nationwide Prudential real estate network. During that year, he sold more properties in downtown Sarasota and on St. Armands and Lido keys than any other Prudential agent.With over 20 years experience in customer relations and client satisfaction, Doug Parks understands the importance of listening to buyers and sellers. His sincere desire to work closely with you, understand your needs, and achieve your goals and expectations is evident in his “with you all the way” philosophy. Doug is a true real estate professional, with a keen commitment to detail that exceeds the next level of outstanding service.In addition to the Sarasota area residential and condominium market, Doug specializes in waterfront and boating communities, the museum area, St. Armands Circle/Lido area, Longboat and Bird keys.
We are so very thankful for the concerned and thoughtful way Doug Parks completely and professionally handled the preparation of and then the sale of our Sarasota condo for us. We couldn’t be in Florida at that time and our faith and trust in Doug and his long history of successful sales and satisfied buyers and sellers is something my wife and I will always appreciate.
We are so happy we selected Doug Parks to list our condo. We have known Doug for some time and knew of his stellar reputation for selling condos in Sarasota. He was very attentive to our needs, patient with all our questions, and on top of all the details during the listing, negotiation and closing processes. Having bought and sold over 10 homes during our lifetime, we can truly say this was the best experience we have ever had. We would highly recommend Doug to anyone thinking of buying or selling a home.
We met Doug 8 years ago when we purchased our home on St Armand’s Circle. He was the buyers agent. Doug was professional and quite knowledgeable about the area. 8 years later we listed our home and it was an easy decision for us to have Doug represent us as sellers. The closing of this property enabled us to purchase a unit in a condo that we had been considering for a few years. This transaction was possible because of Doug and his connection to the area. Doug is knowledgeable and proactively helps you find the piece of real estate that suits your individual needs We would highly recommend Doug and would certainly look to him for any of our future real estate needs.
Doug and his team are a pleasure to work with. Doug is a true professional who cares deeply about his customers. He worked very hard and exhibited patience to help us find exactly what we were looking for. I would highly recommend Doug and his team to anyone.
I was provided exceptional service from Doug Parks. He was always available and that coupled with his complete knowledge of the real estate market and his negotiating skills allowed me to close a deal on a wonderful condo on Lido. Thank you Michael Saunders & Co, and especially Mr. Parks; a true professional in every way.
Doug was amazing. He has shown us properties for quite a while. When we finally made a decision, he followed through on every detail. He was always patient and professional . His assistant Ashley could not have been nicer or more helpful. Michael Saunders is lucky to have Doug on their team and we were lucky to work with him.
I was introduced to Doug by mutual friends. Doug identified properties for me and communicated changes in the market to me at my home in La Jolla, CA until January when I made an offer. He anticipated my needs and was always available to answer my questions. He made me feel that he is genuinely a friend. I can only state that Doug provided “exceptional service” and made the entire process an interesting and relatively easy process. I love my new home!