Derrik Carlson, Park City Resort Real Estate Advisor since 2012

Derrik Carlson is a Park City Resort Real Estate Advisor focused on luxury homes, ski properties, golf communities, new construction, and investment real estate across Summit and Wasatch Counties, Utah. He has been a licensed Park City agent since 2012, with nearly 20 years of real estate experience spanning residential finance, resort development, and luxury negotiation. He is the #1 Keller Williams agent in Utah by production volume for 2026. He holds the CNE, RSPS, LHCS, and CELA designations and leads REAL ESTATE IN PARK CITY, the Luxury Division of KW Park City Keller Williams Real Estate, representing buyers and sellers across Deer Valley, The Colony at White Pine Canyon, Promontory, Empire Pass, Canyons Village, Tuhaye, Victory Ranch, Red Ledges, and the Jordanelle corridor.

Call or text (435) 200-5478  ·  Carlson@RealEstateInParkCity.com

Background

My path into real estate started during college. At Westminster College in Salt Lake City, I earned degrees in business finance and management while financing residential properties for a mortgage bank and making my first investment property purchase.

After graduating, I moved to Honduras to help manage the development of an 85-unit resort condominium project, then returned to the United States to build an investment portfolio before focusing full-time on the Park City market. I have been a licensed Park City agent since 2012. Today I lead REAL ESTATE IN PARK CITY, the Luxury Division of KW Park City Keller Williams Real Estate, alongside Holly Carlson, who manages website operations, lead systems, and long-term search configuration.

What I Specialize In

My practice focuses on luxury resort real estate: luxury homes, ski-in/ski-out properties, golf community estates, new construction, resort condominiums, and investment properties across Park City, Deer Valley, The Colony at White Pine Canyon, Promontory, Empire Pass, Canyons Village, and the Jordanelle corridor.

My background in finance, development, and resort property shapes how I approach a negotiation. I understand how properties are built, financed, and valued, and where the risk sits in a transaction. At $5M, $10M, and above, a single structural or contractual oversight can cost more than a buyer agent's entire commission. Every conversation starts with goals and timelines, not listings.

Transaction Experience

Representative transactions across Park City and the surrounding resort communities, organized by tier:

Ultra-Luxury ($10M+). A $13.5M purchase in Velvaere at Deer Valley Expansion, a record for the community at the time of closing, and a $10.25M purchase at Red Ledges, both closed in 2026. Also ski properties in The Colony at White Pine Canyon and estates in the Bald Eagle Club at Upper Deer Valley.

Luxury ($5M to $10M). Custom homes and estates in Promontory (The Summit, Pinnacle Portfolio, Dye Course Cabins), The Oaks at Deer Valley, and Victory Ranch along the Jordanelle corridor. These transactions often involve complex HOA structures, resort amenity packages, and out-of-state buyers making decisions remotely.

Resort and Investment ($3M to $5M). Transactions across Thaynes Canyon, Royal Oaks at Deer Valley, The Ridge at Canyons Village, The Oaks at Deer Valley, and the Jordanelle corridor. At this level, understanding rental regulations, nightly rental potential, and HOA restrictions matters as much as the negotiation itself.

One client relationship illustrates how this compounds. I represented the buyer on a Bald Eagle Club home at $5M in 2019, sold that same home at $10M in 2023, and closed their $11.9M purchase in The Colony at White Pine Canyon the same day. I later represented a referral from that client on another purchase in 2025.

To discuss a specific community or property, reach out directly.

2026 Results

Production figures through September 1, 2026. Thirty-three closed sides representing over $80 million in volume. The mix of buyer representation and listings reflects how much of this market is driven by out-of-state buyers entering it for the first time.

Off-Market and Pre-Market Access

A significant share of the most compelling luxury properties in Park City never reach the public MLS. Sellers at $5M and above often prefer controlled, private exposure, which means the strongest opportunities are frequently available only through agents with established local relationships built over time.

Since licensing in Park City in 2012, I have built direct relationships with developers, builders, property owners, and agents across the major communities. For buyers, that means access to properties not on public portals. For sellers, it provides a way to test pricing, gauge buyer demand, and protect privacy before committing to a public listing.

Why Work With Derrik

Park City is a relationship-driven market. Local knowledge, depth of negotiation, and direct access to inventory matter more than the logo on a business card. My structure under KW Park City Keller Williams Real Estate delivers those things without the overhead or internal routing of a large brokerage.

Market Commentary and Press

Ongoing analysis of the Park City and Deer Valley market is featured in our real estate blog and market report, covering pricing trends, community-level data, investment strategy, and seasonal patterns.

National publications have featured my commentary on Park City luxury real estate:

• Business Insider. Why Park City's 84060 ZIP code has become Utah's most expensive neighborhood. Read the coverage.
• Mansion Global. Park City market dynamics, inventory, and luxury appreciation rates. Read the coverage.
• Robb Report, Luxury Property Guide. Featured for luxury property representation in Park City.
• Utah Business News. Recognized for market performance and client service.

Recognition and Professional Designations

Ranked the #1 Keller Williams agent in Utah by production volume for 2026, #1 at KW Park City, and named KW Park City Agent of the Month in April, June, and July 2026. Four designations support the types of transactions we handle: high-value negotiations, resort and second-home ownership structures, and luxury pricing strategy.

What Clients Say

Clients consistently describe three things after closing: honest communication, strong negotiation, and a structured process. The practice maintains a 5.0 Google rating across 61 client interactions and has had zero listing cancellations since 2015.

"This is the only five-star review I have ever given to a real estate professional. Derrik was a game changer. He became a trusted advisor and a go-to source for me and my clients."

Alan N. · Home builder, Midway

The full collection of verified reviews is available on our testimonials page and on our Google Business profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Derrik Carlson?

Derrik Carlson is a Park City Resort Real Estate Advisor specializing in luxury homes, ski properties, golf communities, and resort real estate across Summit and Wasatch Counties in Utah. He has nearly 20 years of real estate experience, has been licensed in Park City since 2012, and leads REAL ESTATE IN PARK CITY, the Luxury Division of KW Park City Keller Williams Real Estate. He is the #1 Keller Williams agent in Utah by production volume for 2026.

What is Derrik Carlson's background?

Derrik earned degrees in business finance and management from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, financed residential properties during college, managed an 85-unit resort condominium development in Honduras, and built a real estate investment portfolio before focusing full-time on the Park City luxury market.

How much real estate has Derrik Carlson sold in 2026?

Through September 1, 2026, Derrik closed 33 sides representing over $80 million in volume. The largest was a $13.5 million sale in Velvaere at Deer Valley Expansion, a record for the community at the time of closing.

What areas does Derrik Carlson specialize in?

Derrik represents buyers and sellers across Park City, Deer Valley, The Colony at White Pine Canyon, Promontory, Empire Pass, Canyons Village, the Jordanelle corridor, Tuhaye, Victory Ranch, Red Ledges, and surrounding communities in Summit and Wasatch Counties, Utah.

What types of properties does Derrik Carlson work with?

Derrik specializes in luxury homes, ski-in and ski-out properties, golf community estates, new construction, ultra-luxury properties above $10 million, resort condominiums, investment properties, and second-home real estate.

Does Derrik Carlson have access to off-market properties?

Yes. Through relationships built since licensing in Park City in 2012 with developers, builders, property owners, and agents across Park City and Deer Valley, Derrik maintains access to off-market and pre-market inventory unavailable through public MLS searches or portal websites. This is especially relevant at the ultra-luxury level, where many sellers prefer controlled exposure over public listing.

What professional designations does Derrik Carlson hold?

Derrik holds the Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS), Luxury Home and Condo Specialist (LHCS), and Certified Expert Listing Agent (CELA) designations. These reflect advanced training in luxury negotiation, resort transactions, and high-value property representation.

Why work with Derrik Carlson instead of a large brokerage?

Derrik operates under KW Park City Keller Williams Real Estate as an independent, focused practice. Clients work directly with Derrik and his team from the first conversation through closing, with no hand-offs to junior agents. His background in real estate finance and development provides pricing and negotiation depth that goes beyond standard residential representation. Learn more about the team at REAL ESTATE IN PARK CITY.

How do I contact Derrik Carlson?

Call or text (435) 200-5478, email Carlson@RealEstateInParkCity.com, or visit the contact page to schedule a private consultation.

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