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Derek Bauer – Data-Driven Real Estate Advisor Serving South Lyon, Brighton & Southeast Michigan

Based in Brighton and focused on South Lyon, Brighton, Howell and surrounding communities, Derek Bauer combines 23+ years of full-time experience with a data-driven approach to pricing, marketing and negotiation.

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Discover the Derek Difference

Embark on Your Real Estate Journey with Derek Bauer—A Symphony of Expertise, Integrity, and Unmatched Dedication.

Derek Bauer is a real estate expert with over 23 years of experience and is passionate about helping clients make good decisions. As a broker associate at Michigan’s Largest Real Estate company, Real Estate One, Derek is a 2025 RealTrends Verified Top 250 agent in Michigan and has been named a, "Real Estate All Star," by Hour Media, Detroit Home, and dBusiness for each of the past 13 years (2012 - 2025).

Why Work With Derek

  • 23+ years full-time experience in Southeast Michigan real estate.
  • Data-driven pricing guidance using clear comps and local market context.
  • Local expertise in South Lyon, Brighton, Howell, and surrounding communities.
  • Proactive communication so you always know what’s happening.
  • Pressure-free approach focused on clarity, timing, and your goals.

As Seen In

  • RealTrends Top 250 Agents in Michigan (2025)
  • Hour Magazine Real Estate All-Star – 12-Time Award Recipient
  • RISMedia’s “Top 50 Realtors® on the Rise” Honoree
  • Featured Agent on RealEstateOne.com
  • Top-Rated Agent on Experience.com (189 Five-Star Reviews)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you determine pricing?

Through recent comparable sales, market timing, condition adjustments, and current buyer demand.

What areas do you specialize in?

South Lyon, Brighton, Howell, Lyon Township, and surrounding Southeast Michigan communities.

What is your communication style?

Consistent updates, documented feedback, and clear expectations throughout the process.

What home types are in strongest demand?

Ranch and first-floor primary homes, updated colonials, and well-maintained properties.

Popular Searches: Ranch Homes in South Lyon & Brighton | Main Floor Primary Homes in South Lyon & Brighton

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Testimonials

Derek is amazing! He made us feel comfortable and confident about our decisions as first time buyers and as older buyers. Derek helped us purchase [...]

2024-03-11 16:28:01

My husband and I are so glad we chose Derek for all of our real estate needs! He has helped us buy and sell several different homes during the crazy [...]

2024-03-11 16:27:37

We can't recommend Derek highly enough. He has helped my wife and I purchase two homes and sell one. He is very knowledgeable about the current [...]

2024-03-11 16:27:13

Derek was great to work with. From the first meeting, it was clear that he had our best interests in mind and helped us through the entire process. [...]

2024-03-11 16:26:39

I had the pleasure of working with Derek, who not only helped me buy my house but also facilitated the subsequent sale of the same property. Derek is [...]

2024-03-11 16:25:33

Derek was an excellent realtor and was available for insight in the home buying process. He went the extra mile for us and accompanied us the entire [...]

2024-03-11 16:24:58

Working with Derek has been an amazing experience! He made the selling process seamless, and I never felt pressured by him to make a decision. [...]

2024-03-11 16:24:37

Derek is top notch. The compassion, patience and knowledge that Derek has made working with him a pleasure. He was right there to answer all of our [...]

2024-03-11 16:24:17

Everyone says they have the best realtor, but Derek truly is the best! He helped us every step of the way through selling two homes and purchasing a [...]

2024-03-11 16:23:55

Derek has helped us buy our first home, sell it a few years later, then buy our forever home. He is one of the most knowledgable real estate agents [...]

2024-03-11 16:23:33
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