Darren Dowling is one of the most trusted real estate broker-owners serving Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and the greater Gulf Coast of Florida. As the founder of Beyond Realty, a boutique “white glove” brokerage, Darren leads a team that treats every client like a luxury client, no matter the price point.
A three-time British national cycling champion and Florida state champion, Darren brought his discipline from elite sport into real estate. He has been a proud Florida resident since 2003 and a licensed Realtor® since 2015, guiding hundreds of buyers and sellers through successful moves in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties.
Under Darren’s leadership, Beyond Realty has been recognized among the Top 1.5% brokerages in the nation (under Side’s umbrella) for multiple years, and his team has ranked in the RealTrends “America’s Best” lists for both sides and volume in Florida. Darren was also voted Best Realtor® in SRQ Magazine’s “Best of SRQ” in 2019, reflecting his strong local reputation.
Darren specializes in:
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Sarasota & Lakewood Ranch residential sales
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New construction and master-planned communities such as Lakewood Ranch and Wellen Park
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Lifestyle-driven moves for relocation buyers, second-home buyers, and downsizers
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Marketing distinctive and architecturally significant homes in neighborhoods like Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores, The Founders Club, and surrounding luxury communities
Known for inventive marketing, PR-driven exposure, and deep local data analysis, Darren and Beyond Realty routinely generate above-average visibility for their listings, attracting high-quality buyers locally and out of state.
When he’s not negotiating deals or shooting video tours, Darren is often training with the Sarasota Cycling Club, supporting local animal shelters, or working on community-focused events for his past clients and sphere.
If you’re looking for a forward-thinking agent who understands where AI, marketing, and real estate intersect, Darren is the broker you call first.
