White sand and turquoise water along Florida’s Gulf Coast near Anna Maria Island

LOCAL ROOTS. EVERY KIND OF HOME.

We sell homes.
Everywhere.

Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Bradenton, Parrish, Venice & the islands.
Resale, new construction, inland neighborhoods & waterfront homes.

MICHELE LERSCH, ABR®, CLHMS™ DEREK LERSCH

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THE LERSCH GROUP / LOCAL ROOTS. EVERY KIND OF HOME.A little closer to home

EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES

Your next home.
A little closer.

Browse homes from the MLS.
Let us help you find the right fit.

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Your neighborhood. Your priorities. Our local experience.

Derek Lersch, left, and Michele Lersch, right, of The Lersch Group
DEREK & MICHELE LERSCHTHE LERSCH GROUP · BEACH HOMES REALTY

MEET MICHELE & DEREK LERSCH

A family team.
A personal
commitment.

Home is where life happens. As business partners at The Lersch Group, we believe finding it—or deciding to leave it—deserves care, honest conversations, and someone who truly listens.

We help buyers and sellers across Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Bradenton, Parrish, Venice, and the islands. From inland neighborhoods and golf communities to condominiums, new construction, and homes along the water, we start with the life you want to build.

Our goal is to help you understand your choices, feel confident in your decisions, and move at the pace that's right for you.

Michele & Derek
Start a conversation with our team

THE LERSCH GROUP · BEACH HOMES REALTY

Michele Lersch

REALTOR® · ABR® · CLHMS™

Licensed since 2002, Michele holds the Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS™) designations. She brings local insight, thoughtful guidance, and a careful eye for the details that matter across inland communities, new construction, and waterfront homes.

ABR®Accredited Buyer’s RepresentativeCLHMS™Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
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THE LERSCH GROUP · BEACH HOMES REALTY

Derek Lersch

BUSINESS PARTNER · THE LERSCH GROUP

Derek works alongside Michele as a business partner at The Lersch Group. Together, they help buyers and sellers explore homes and plan their next move across Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Bradenton, Parrish, Venice, and the islands.

Whether you're beginning a search or considering a sale, connect with Derek to talk about your plans and the next step that's right for you.

941.228.6548 Send Derek a text

LIVED HERE. SOLD HERE. LOCAL EXPERIENCE.

Lakewood Ranch.
A place we've called home.

We've lived in Lakewood Ranch and sold many homes here. Whether you're buying, selling, comparing villages, or considering new construction, we bring firsthand local experience to your next move.

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FIND YOUR EVERYDAY EXTRAORDINARY

Find your place.
From the Ranch to the islands.

Start with the life you want to live.
We'll help you find where it fits.

White sand and clear water near Anna Maria Island
THE ANNA MARIA AREA · FLORIDA'S GULF COAST
01Anna Maria IslandAnna Maria · Holmes Beach · Bradenton Beach

Beach days, boating days, and a place to return to. Explore the island through your priorities, from a cottage near the sand to a home on the water.

Explore the island with our team
Key Royale
02Longboat KeyBeachfront · Bayfront · Condominium living

Gulf beaches on one side, Sarasota Bay on the other. We'll compare beachfront and bayfront possibilities, then look closely at the home, community, and ownership details together.

Explore Longboat Key with our team
Country Club Shores Bay Isles
03Siesta KeyBeach living · Waterfront homes · Island retreats

Quartz-sand beaches and Siesta Village make a memorable introduction. Whether you want beach access, boating, or room for visitors, we'll build your search around how you actually want to live.

Explore Siesta Key with our team
Siesta Isles
04Lido Key & St. ArmandsCoastal homes · Condominiums · Near the beach

Lido's beaches and the shops and dining of St. Armands Circle bring coastal living together. Let's explore the homes and condominiums that fit your daily rhythm.

Explore Lido with our team
05Venice & Wellen ParkCoastal communities · New construction

From an established neighborhood to a brand-new home, we'll compare the options with your plans, preferences, and full ownership picture in mind.

Explore Venice with our team
Grand Palm
06Sarasota & BradentonWaterfront · Lakewood Ranch · Parrish & beyond

Lakewood Ranch, Parrish, Sarasota, and Bradenton offer many ways to make your next move. We've lived in Lakewood Ranch and sold many homes there. Let's compare the home styles, settings, and everyday details that matter to you.

Explore the mainland with our team
Lakewood Ranch Bird Key Harbor Acres The Inlets Tidewater Preserve Country Club East

Ready to see what's out there?

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GET TO KNOW THE NEIGHBORHOOD

A little more local.
A little closer to home.

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Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch

We've lived in Lakewood Ranch and sold many homes here. Explore the villages, home styles, and everyday details with Michele and Derek Lersch.

Read the guide Lakewood Ranch

Country Club East

A gated Lakewood Ranch community with single-family and condominium residences, resident pools, meeting rooms, and a gym.

Read the guide Longboat Key

Country Club Shores

Explore a single-family neighborhood shaped by canals, boating priorities, and life on Longboat Key.

Read the guide Holmes Beach · Anna Maria Island

Key Royale

An island neighborhood in Holmes Beach, with a resident association and the separate, members-only Key Royale Club.

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THE COASTAL LIVING GUIDE

What does life by
the water mean to you?

Beachfront, bayfront, canal, or simply close to the sand? Start with your everyday priorities, then look a little deeper.

THE SHORELINE AS YOUR BACKYARD

For the person who
lives for the beach.

If your ideal day begins with sand underfoot and ends watching the water, start here. Then look closely at the property beyond the view.

Let's explore beachfront living

QUESTIONS TO BRING ON YOUR SEARCH

  • What beach access comes with this particular property?
  • What do its elevation, condition, and insurance quotes tell us?
  • What maintenance and ownership costs should be planned for?

The answers belong to the individual property. Let's review them with the right local professionals before you commit.

A beautiful view is the beginning of the conversation.

GOOD GUIDANCE CHANGES THE EXPERIENCE

A thoughtful plan.
A confident next step.

Wherever you are in the process,
we can start right there.

FOR BUYERS

Let's find your
kind of home.

We'll begin with what matters to you: your timing, your budget, and the life you're building toward.

  1. 01

    Define your priorities

    The must-haves, the possibilities, and the details worth a second look.

  2. 02

    Look beyond the photos

    Compare homes, ask thoughtful questions, and understand the ownership picture.

  3. 03

    Move forward with support

    Clear communication from the first conversation through closing.

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FOR SELLERS

Your home has a story.
Let's tell it well.

A strong sale starts with a plan built around your home, the market, and what comes next for you.

  1. 01

    Understand your position

    Review relevant sales, competing homes, and a pricing strategy for your property.

  2. 02

    Prepare with purpose

    Thoughtful presentation, beautiful photography, and a clear marketing message.

  3. 03

    Navigate the decisions

    Put feedback, offers, and next steps into context so you can decide with confidence.

Talk about selling
Boats docked at a sunny Sarasota marina

MORE THAN AN ADDRESS

A place to gather.
A view to come home to.
A life to make your own.

SARASOTA, FLORIDA

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS WITH A CONVERSATION

Let's talk about
what's next.

Just beginning to explore? Ready to make a move?
We'd love to hear what you have in mind.

Michele LerschREALTOR® · ABR® · CLHMS™
941.587.7230
Derek LerschBUSINESS PARTNER · THE LERSCH GROUP
941.228.6548
TheLerschTeam@Beach-Homes.com
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A CONVERSATION WITH MICHELE & DEREK

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A SENSE OF PLACE
Coastal
perspectives.
Anna Maria area coastal photography by Valeriia Neganova. Sarasota marina photography by Jeffrey Eisen. Used under the Unsplash License.
Team portrait and Beach Homes Realty logo supplied by The Lersch Group.
Scenic photography illustrates the local coastal lifestyle and does not represent properties offered for sale.
Explore official local visitor resources at Visit Sarasota County and Bradenton Gulf Islands.


The Coastal Living Checklist
Michele Lersch, REALTOR® · ABR® · CLHMS™ · 941.587.7230
Derek Lersch, Business Partner · 941.228.6548
The Lersch Group | Beach Homes Realty
TheLerschTeam@Beach-Homes.com
Start with how you want to live, then review the details of each property with the appropriate professionals.
Notes & next steps
This is a conversation checklist, not a property evaluation. Access, condition, insurance, permitted uses, fees, and boating suitability require property-specific verification.