Doug Parks, REALTOR®

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.