Darrick Cook

Charles Rutenberg Realty

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

About
With 9 years as a licensed real estate agent, more than 20 years of experience in the housing industry, and as the owner/operator of a construction company specializing in new construction and remodels, I bring a unique level of expertise to every property and transaction. My extensive background in real estate and construction allows me to offer valuable insight into quality, design, craftsmanship, and potential—an advantage that extends far beyond the traditional real estate experience.

As a former real estate investor, I also understand the complexities of buying, selling, and building wealth through real estate from a client's perspective. I have had the privilege of serving families, veterans, military members, investors, and discerning clients throughout Central Florida, always with the same commitment to personalized service and exceptional results.

My approach is simple: provide an elevated level of service, communicate with transparency, and guide every client with confidence and attention to detail. Whether representing a distinguished luxury residence, a family home, or an investment opportunity, my goal is to ensure every client feels informed, supported, and confident from our first conversation through closing.

- I hold a GRI accreditation and value education.
- I average $10M+ in sales volume each year.
- I received a Top 5% award from Orlando Real Producers in 2025 and 2026.

I am always available to answer questions and find solutions. I believe communication and keeping clients informed of the next steps are very important before, during, and after any transaction.
Highlights *
40
Recent sales
$73K - $1.98M
Price range
$371K
Median price
9
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
3033 Buckeye Pointe Dr
Winter Haven, FL 33881
6/22/2026 $305,000 Buyer
711 Polo Park Blvd
Davenport, FL 33897
6/11/2026 $185,000 Buyer
1108 Rhodes Rd N
Haines City, FL 33844
5/29/2026 $198,000 Buyer
4002 Scarlet Branch Rd
Orlando, FL 32824
2/4/2026 $737,999 Seller
1106 Kingsbarn St
Davenport, FL 33896
2/4/2026 $387,000 Buyer

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (8)

Buyer
Winter Haven, FL - Jun 22, 2026

Darrick was very helpful for us buying a home for a long distance move. There are extra hurdles when you're a thousand miles away but Darrick did a good job making that process simple.

Source: Realtor.com

Ryan and Erin Pues
Appleton, WI - Feb 19, 2026

Darrick Cook was the best Real Estate Agent we have ever worked with! We reside in Wisconsin, and purchased our Second Home in Florida with the help of Darrick and when we first started the process, he showed us 10 homes on one Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately, the first home we selected fell through, but Darrick went to Open Houses and Private Showings and sent us videos of 15 homes in the span of two months, and after another home fell through, we had less than two weeks to get under contract to ensure our timeline stayed on track, and Darrick found our dream Second Home less that three days later. Being over 1300 miles away, and not being able to see the home in person, he kept us informed every step of the way, and was there for us on closing day to ensure everything was ready to go when we got the keys the following day. We have bought/sold four houses in Wisconsin, and Darrick is by far the best agent we have ever worked with, and he should be your #1 choice as well!

Source: Realtor.com

D King
Orlando, FL - Feb 10, 2026

Three words to describe Darrick patient accessible knowledgeable Thanks for all your help and we will see you on our next adventure

Source: Realtor.com

Kat Floran
Howey in the Hills, FL - Nov 18, 2025

“Darrick is truly exceptional! As first time homebuyers, my husband and I had so many questions about the process and what to expect. Darrick not only answered every single one, but went above and beyond to make sure we felt informed and confident before we even began. We chose to build in a new development, and Darrick supported us through every stage. He kept us updated, was incredibly responsive with us, the lender, and the builder, and his knowledge was invaluable. He attended every walkthrough, throughout construction and all the way to the final one, to ensure everything met our expectations. Thanks to Darrick, we now have a beautiful home for our children to grow up in. We couldn’t be more grateful, and we highly recommend him to anyone looking for a home!”

Source: Realtor.com

Catherine
Montverde, FL - Oct 15, 2025

Darrick did an amazing job selling our home! They were professional, responsive, and guided us through every step with ease. We had multiple offers and our house sold quickly. Highly recommend Darrick Cook as your agent.

Source: Realtor.com

Professional Info

Brokerage

Charles Rutenberg Realty
631 South Orlando Avenue suite 200
Winter Park, FL 32789

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
FL 3500657

Awards

  • Orlando Real Producers Top 5% 2026
  • Orlando Real Producers Top 5% 2025
  • Million Dollar Club- Orlando REALTOR Association 2023
  • Million Dollar Club- Orlando REALTOR Association 2022
  • 5 Star Agent - Zillow & Realtor.com 5 consecutive years

Specialties

  • Age-restricted communities
  • First-time buyers
  • Luxury properties
  • Recreation & Vacation

Designations

  • GRI

Hobbies

  • Animals
  • Family
  • Food & Cooking
  • Music
  • Technology
  • Travel

Top Cities *

Clermont

  • 6 sales past 3 years
  • $320K median price

Davenport

  • 6 sales past 3 years
  • $342K median price

Kissimmee

  • 5 sales past 3 years
  • 126 days on market
  • $225K median price

* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.