Derek and Chelsea Kotrla Real Estate Agent at makeATXhome Real Estate

Derek and Chelsea Kotrla

Real Estate Agent at
makeATXhome Real Estate

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  • First Time Home Buyers
  • Investment Properties
  • Vacation Home
  • Relocations
  • Probate
  • New Construction
  • Luxury Specialist
  • Waterfront Specialist

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Agent Highlights

Derek gets the job done - completing more sales than the average Austin agent by 8%.
Derek has great Condo experience - having sold 2 more condos than the average agent.

Derek's Transactions

More about Derek and Chelsea Kotrla

Derek is a broker and co-owner of makeATXhome Real Estate, along with his wife, Chelsea. Here’s a little about their real estate experience: -He grew up in the Austin area and graduated from The University of Texas, Austin. -He specializes in condo/house buying; his wife Chelsea specializes in selling. -He's been a real estate agent since 2012, and a real estate broker since 2016. -She graduated from Indiana University -She has been a broker since 2017 -She has lived in Austin since 2009
Education

University of Texas - Austin

Other Certifications

NAR Licensed, TAR Licensed, Member of ABOR, Texas Broker License

License Number

622643

Derek and Chelsea Kotrla's Reviews & Ratings

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Derek and Chelsea Kotrla

    • Deciding to buy a house was the best decision I have ever made for me and my family. When the idea first came about, I truly thought it would be the most difficult thing I would ever do in my life. Derek and Chelsea came as a recommendation to me. I was apprehensive at first as I had it in my mind realtors were pushy sales people. Not the case with Derek and Chelsea. From the moment I first spoke with Derek on the phone, I felt comfortable and at ease. His approach is genuine to the core! He was responsive to any and all questions and concerns from start to finish. I honestly cannot imagine having anyone else for a realtor. It is my pleasure to recommend Derek and Chelsea to family, friends, and everyone! Thanks to them for leading me and my family to our first home!

      - Saronna Maldonado
    • Derek and Chelsea were a great help to us when we were looking to buy an apartment in the UT area of Austin. They were very knowledgeable, helpful and a pleasure to work with. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they went out of their way to show us as many properties as we wanted to look at (a lot!). We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to buy a property in Austin; you won't find better realtors, we would use them again.

      - Christine Fryer
    • We made a last minute decision to purchase a condo for our son who was starting school in Austin this fall. I found Derek and Chelsea's compnay online. They were awesome realtors! Very laid back and "no pressure". My son and I were very comfortable with them both as they showed us several properties around town. We lived in Katy, Tx so once we made a decision most of our paperwork was done online. Derek made this process very easy. I would recommend Derek and Chelsea to family and friends. We would definitely use them again!

      - Cindy Rudder
    • Derek and Chelsea were very friendly and knowledgeable. They were prompt in sending us listings that fit our criteria, and patient when dealing with my paranoia/OCD. We found a fantastic condo and are relieved to be out of the rental racket. Thanks!

      - Erik Kang
    • It has been about six months now since my wife and I have been at our home. I can confirm that we were fortunate to have Derek and Chelsea as our realtors!! It is imperative to have realtors take the time to understand what you are looking for so that everyday you feel happy with your home purchase. I know that Derek and Chelsea truly wanted us to be happy and is why they would always give us a sincere opinion. I remember as a first time homebuyer not caring about the budget that was set but just trying to become a homeowner at whatever cost. They helped to educate me and prevent a disaster!! MY wife and I are so grateful that they helped us become educated homeowners.They are the best and will be my go to realtors!!!

      - JR Yanez
    • Derek and Chelsea were absolutely incredible to work with. They were sooo patient with me and worked with me every step of the way until I signed the last document at closing....and even after. I have and will continue to highly recommended them to anyone who is in search of their next home. They truly made the whole process easier and taught me a lot about how to proceed and what to expect. They even recommended an incredible loan officer to me. I searched around for different realtors and loan officers in attempt to do my due diligence and I'm glad I did so because it helped me understand just how good the level and quality of service was that I was receiving from Derek, Chelsea, and Julie. I honestly can't say enough good things about them all.

      - Gary Connor
    • Derek and Chelsea are such blessing and incredible to work with. I was referred to them from my Loan Officer who was just as awesome. From day one they were attentive and very easy to work with. Not once did I feel pressured or intimidated, they walked me through the whole process explaining everything and answering all my questions. Not once did I ever felt stressed or rushed. This is the second time I have gone through the whole house buying process and I can tell you Derek and Chelsea both made this a very enjoyable experience. Thank you Derek and Chelsea so much for all that you have done for me. Thank you for taking the time to treat me like I was your only client, for being there from start to closing. And most of all thank you for treating me like a person and not just another commission. You guys are great and it was an honor to have you as my realtors.

      - Patrick Mack