MEET DARREN

White Art Deco building with a narrow tower and surrounding palm trees.

Smiling man in a navy blazer poses beside a white kitchen island.

Darren Dowling

Get to Know Me

Darren Dowling is a Sarasota-based Realtor® and the founder of Beyond Realty, a boutique, white glove real estate brokerage located at 2170 Main Street, Suite 103, Sarasota, FL 34237. Darren serves buyers and sellers across Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Florida’s Gulf Coast, including Manatee and Charlotte counties.

Darren has been a Florida resident since 2003 and a licensed Realtor® since 2015, guiding hundreds of buyers and sellers through successful residential transactions throughout Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Venice/Wellen Park, and surrounding communities. As founder of Beyond Realty, Darren leads a team committed to delivering luxury-level service at every price point, combining high-touch representation with modern marketing and data-driven strategy.

A three-time British national cycling champion and Florida state champion, Darren brings elite discipline, preparation, and performance standards into his real estate practice. Under his leadership, Beyond Realty has been recognized among the Top 1.5% of brokerages nationwide (under Side’s umbrella) for multiple years, and Darren’s team has been featured in the RealTrends “America’s Best” rankings in Florida for both transaction sides and sales volume. Darren was also voted Best Realtor® in SRQ Magazine’s “Best of SRQ” in 2019.

Areas of Specialization

  • Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch residential real estate

  • New construction and master-planned communities, including Lakewood Ranch and Wellen Park

  • Relocation, second-home, and downsizing strategies

  • Distinctive and architecturally significant homes, including Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores and luxury communities such as The Founders Club

Darren and Beyond Realty are known for inventive marketing, PR-driven listing exposure, and clear, data-backed pricing and negotiation strategies that help clients make confident decisions and achieve strong outcomes.

Outside of real estate, Darren is active with the Sarasota Cycling Club and supports local animal shelters and community-focused client events.

To work directly with Darren Dowling, contact Beyond Realty at 2170 Main Street, Suite 103, Sarasota, FL 34237 or call/text 941-204-0493.

Single-story gray house with an attached garage, blue front door, and broad green lawn.
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Cheryl OConnell
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Sean Hynds
James Snow
Staged bathroom with a marble vanity, freestanding tub, gray flooring, and blue towels.
Covered patio with built-in grill and wood finishes, opening onto a modern dining room.
Modern home with a long pool and wood deck beside a palm-lined canal
Bright white kitchen with marble counters, stainless steel appliances, and a large sink island.
Kim Mesch
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chad m goble
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Attached homes with tan tile roofs, paver driveway, landscaped entry, and a colorful sunset sky.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren was instrumental in not only selling our townhouse but he also negotiated us an extra $10000 that we may not have realized. His local knowledge and experience also helped us in finding our new home. We highly recommend him!

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We had an outstanding experience working with Darren. Initially we worked with Darren long distance. He was knowledgeable and helped guide us to the neighborhoods that would meet our needs. Darren’s thorough understanding of current market conditions, property values, and local communities made us feel confident and informed throughout the entire process. His strong negotiation skills successfully naviga...

— Nancy & Drew Meyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren's expertise in the local market - helped us select a great neighborhood. He had a lot of patience showing us multiple houses. Darren is very responsive. We felt like we were his only clients - but we know that was not true. We would highly recommend Darren.

— Cheryl OConnell

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren's experience and methods meant everything to us. His network of craftsmen helped us put the polish on our condo so it showed well. Although the market was at a slow pace, he was again right there to help us work out some timing issues. We can't say enough about his skill and his understanding of the needs of his clients. Thank you, Darren!

— C & C Albury

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Huge shout out to Darren and Beyond Realty for helping us find our home in Lakewood Ranch Country Club. The process was smooth and painless. We did run into a couple of issues during the close which happens, but Darren handled them efficiently. We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor! Being newer to the area we didn’t know a whole lot about LWRCC. Thanks to Darren and Co for pointing us in the right ...

— James Snow

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren Dowling with Beyond Realty has been wonderful to work with. He was attentive and intuitive to what we were looking for in a new location and type of housing. We are from out of state and Darren's expertise and guidance was just what we needed. He showed us all that Wellen Park has to offer in such a wonderful area-Venice! Our new villa is perfect for our next home with everything we could ask for ...

— Erin Driscoll

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren knows this area better than anyone. We’ve used him twice now and wouldn’t work with anybody else. He is an absolute expert.

— Sean Hynds

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Huge shout out to Darren and Beyond Realty for helping us find our home in Lakewood Ranch Country Club. The process was smooth and painless. We did run into a couple of issues during the close which happens, but Darren handled them efficiently. We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor! Being newer to the area we didn’t know a whole lot about LWRCC. Thanks to Darren and Co for pointing us in the right ...

— James Snow

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren had taken over our listing after not seeing much action with our original listing agent. Within a month we were under contract. Unfortunately, the world was struck with a pandemic and our buyers lost their financing. Without missing a beat, Darren re-listed our home and took advantage of the market. Within the next few weeks, we were yet again under contract for an even better price. You won’t fin...

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

As a property investor, It is critical for me to have my properties well represented and sold quickly. Darren Dowling is hands down my go-to agent!!! In my opinion, a good sales associate oversees the deal from beginning to end, with great communication, diligence and is relentless at getting a deal to closing. I have had great success with Darren on multiple deals and he’s always going to be my first ch...

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren was extremely professional and very helpful in selling my house. He went over the top and helped with small repairs and wise ideas on how to improve my house to sell and make more desirable to the buyers. He was always available to contact by phone. Darren was very knowledgeable regarding my real estate area. I am a Florida Native and 3rd generation of Manatee County and I know the area as well, b...

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I would highly recommend Darren Dowling. We entered the market selling our house when it was just turning from a seller’s market into a buyer’s market. Lots of new house inventory hit as we got on the market (with their own price wars). Darren helped us strategize and really focus on what would make a difference to attract the right buyers for our house. He spent countless hours above and beyond trying t...

— Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

My wife and I have purchase many properties but had no idea what is involved in buying a florida condo. Darren was there at every step simplifying the overwhelming complicated process. Even post closing Darren has been assisting with an issue discovered at the final walk through. I would highly recommend Darren for any of your real-estate needs.

— Kim Mesch | Bought a Condo home in 2024 in Bradenton, FL.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I am so very grateful that my San Francisco Realtor strongly recommended Darren Dowling ( of Beyond Realty ) to handle the sale of my Bradenton, FL condominium. It has been an absolute pleasure working with Darren who is very personable and so knowledgeable about the Florida real estate market. Darren placed my condo on the market in mid-June; it sold and closed today just 8 weeks later in a very competi...

— djmrossini | Sold a Condo home in 2024 in Bradenton, FL.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Beyond expectations!! Darren Dowling exceeded all of our expectations and was able to get our home to closing in just about one month! He made sure everything was taken care of. His marketing strategy...stellar! He was able to make our home stand out from all the others. Super personable, and always quick to respond to any questions.

— chad m goble | Sold a Single Family home in 2024 in Tatum ridge, Sarasota, FL.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren's expertise in the local market - helped us select a great neighborhood. He had a lot of patience showing us multiple houses. Darren is very responsive. We felt like we were his only clients - but we know that was not true. We would highly recommend Darren.

— Cheryl OConnell

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We had the best experience with Wendy from Beyond Realty during our recent relocation to Lakewood Ranch. We visited multiple communities in the Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch area and Wendy was ultimately able to help us find our dream home in Esplanade at Azario. The transactions were seamless from beginning to end and she and her team (shout out to Darren) were prompt to answer our many questions. I would...

— Kate Szymanski

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

My wife and I have sold several high value homes over the years and this sale by far was our best experience. Will we use Darren again? Yes, Yes, Yes!

— Jason Sparbel | Seller, Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, Sarasota (Zillow)

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren demonstrated an incredible level of dedication, persistence, and professionalism throughout the entire process.

— Mike Krajewski | Seller, The Founders Club, Sarasota (Zillow)

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Darren demonstrated extensive knowledge of the local market, expertly guiding me through the complexities of the buying process.

— Karim Sabeh | Buyer, Country Club East, Lakewood Ranch (Zillow)

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Past Sales

Modern two-story home with twin wood garage doors and a broad paved courtyard driveway.

Sold

$5,400,000

3236 FOUNDERS CLUB DR, SARASOTA, FL 34240

  • 5 Beds
  • 7 Baths
  • 7,149 Sq.Ft.
Large Mediterranean-style home with a curved paver driveway, palm trees, and landscaped grounds.

Sold

$3,150,000

8316 PORTLIGHT CT, LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL 34202

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 5,011 Sq.Ft.
Aerial view of a condominium with a furnished rooftop terrace and wraparound balconies.

Sold

$2,730,000

301 BEACH RD #301-1, SARASOTA, FL 34242

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,725 Sq.Ft.
Two-story stucco house with a columned entrance, pool, and raised circular spa at dusk.

Sold

$2,701,111

1727 BAHIA VISTA ST, SARASOTA, FL 34239

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 4,829 Sq.Ft.
White stucco Mediterranean-style home with terracotta roofs, cypress trees, and a brick driveway.

Sold

$1,450,000

1670 RANCH CLUB BOULEVARD, SARASOTA, FL 34240

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 4,158 Sq.Ft.
Modern home entrance with a glowing front door, tropical landscaping, and a paved walkway at dusk.

Sold

$1,420,000

904 VIRGINIA DR, SARASOTA, FL 34234

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,920 Sq.Ft.
Stucco home with a green tile roof, arched entry, palm trees, and a broad brick driveway.

Sold

$1,315,000

7703 DONALD ROSS ROAD W, SARASOTA, FL 34240

  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 5,946 Sq.Ft.
Single-story home with a tile roof, palm landscaping, and a broad front lawn.

Sold

$1,200,000

5111 BIMINI DR, BRADENTON, FL 34210

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,926 Sq.Ft.
White stucco home with stone accents, a three-car garage, palm trees, and a brick-paver driveway.

Sold

$1,120,000

20078 ELEGANTE CT, VENICE, FL 34293

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,597 Sq.Ft.
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Beyond Realty

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2170 Main Street, Suite 103
Sarasota, FL 34237