Hey, I'm Derek, let me help you understand the local market and answer any questions.
There are no such things as silly questions when it comes to buying or selling your home.
About Derek
Derek, originally from St. John's, NL, moved to Calgary in 2006 to join the Calgary Police Service. He had an amazing career, working in patrol, and various specialty units. He was built to serve the community; and after you hear his story, you'll quickly understand why he chose to serve the community in a different role, in a far more positive way! Derek found quick success in real estate, helping 49 families his first year! He's since went on tohelp over 350 families buy/sell real estate in Ca...
Derek, originally from St. John's, NL, moved to Calgary in 2006 to join the Calgary Police Service. He had an amazing career, working in patrol, and various specialty units. He was built to serve the community; and after you hear his story, you'll quickly understand why he chose to serve the community in a different role, in a far more positive way! Derek found quick success in real estate, helping 49 families his first year! He's since went on tohelp over 350 families buy/sell real estate in Calgary and surrounding communities in just 5 years! How? Police Core Values:HONESTY,INTEGRITYandTRANSPARENCY.
With years of real estate service in the Calgary area, Derek can assure you that you are in good hands. He is committed to listening to his clients, focusing on their needs, and using keen negotiating skills to ensure a successful transaction.
Derek's intimate knowledge of the Calgary region, and his experience in patrolling our city as a cop, gives him skillsets that other Realtors can't offer. Safety and security are non negotiables; Derek will never let you buy next to a "bad guy".
- Real Broker
- 26 Years Experience
- Fluent In English
- http://derekthistle.com
Charles Teixeira 2026-04-04 Google
Charles Teixeira worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Was under a tight schedule with a specific neighbourhood and Derek came through in the clinch.
Read moreR G 2026-04-04 Google
R G worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Derek and his team did an excellent job of marketing our home. He was always responsive to our many questions and truly put our interests at the forefront.
Read moreTrevor Wood 2026-04-04 Google
Trevor Wood worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Bought and sold a place with Derek. He was knowledgeable, responsive and trustworthy.
Read moreShelly Thomson 2026-04-04 Google
Shelly Thomson worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Outstanding experience from start to finish. Communication was clear, consistent, and proactive throughout the entire process. Every step was explained in detail, and updates were provided regularly without needing to ask.
Extremely attentive, thorough, and supported by a strong, well-organized team. Even with a busy schedule, availability was never an issue—questions were answered quickly and confidently.
A true professional who made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. Highly recommended.
Read moreCalla Martin 2026-04-04 Google
Calla Martin worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Derek and team were great to work with!
Read moreSh Has 2026-02-03 Google
Sh Has worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Sold house with Derek and the experience was top notch! He’s professional, charismatic, and has an easy to get along with personality, what else could you want? Made the whole process a breeze. I would recommend Derek in an instant. Thanks Derek!
Read moreSymon Neigel 2026-01-24 Google
Symon Neigel worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
I have not personally used Derek as my realtor, but I have been in a few networking functions with him and his thought process and finding new ways of marketing clients houses is impressive always thinking outside the box. Can tell why is he one of calgarys top!
Read moreGreg Page 2026-01-21 Google
Greg Page worked with Derek Thistle in 2026.
Out of all the realtors I could have chosen in Calgary, I'm really glad I went with Derek. We checked out so many different apartments together, he was very patient and cooperative through it all. He was honest and would tell me if something felt off about a place, what risks there may be, or even suggest ways that might improve the place! He's a very easy going and caring guy that it made the whole stressful home hunting experience into something quite fun actually! I can't say enough about Derek, I put my hat off to and his team. If you're reading this Derek, thanks again!
Read moreJacob Van 2025-12-23 Google
Jacob Van worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Having someone you can trust in your corner during such an important purchase is invaluable. Derek was open, honest, and knowledgeable every step of the way, which took a lot of stress off of us.
We never felt rushed and knew that we could continue to shop around until we were happy and sure of what we wanted. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience and I highly recommend speaking with Derek when you’re considering purchasing a home.
Read moreJillian Kolesar 2025-12-23 Google
Jillian Kolesar worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek is such a wonderful person and that shows in his work as your realtor. His attitude is positive and motivating, much needed during such a stressful time. He helps you realize the key features that you are looking for in a home by guiding you in a collaborative and encouraging way. He was always a blast to go house hunting with and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out!
Read moreKhiana Hunt 2025-12-19 Google
Khiana Hunt worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
We are so grateful for everything Derek (& Britt!!) did for us while selling our home and buying our next one. They were patient, responsive, and truly cared about finding the right fit for us. Their expertise and attention to detail gave us complete confidence throughout the entire process. We felt supported every step of the way and couldn’t imagine doing this without them. Highly, highly recommend!
Read moreCasandra D’Orazio 2025-12-13 Google
Casandra D’Orazio worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
My husband and I reached out to Derek unsure if a move was even realistic for us, and he immediately put us at ease. He walked us through every detail with patience, clarity, and professionalism. In just a few days, he not only found us our dream home but also had our current house ready to hit the market.
Selling can feel overwhelming, but Derek kept us calm, informed, and confident the entire way through. His assistant, Britt, was equally wonderful — incredibly organized, friendly, and always quick to jump in whenever we had a question (and we had plenty!).
We’re beyond grateful for all their hard work and support. I’ll be recommending Derek to anyone looking for a realtor who truly goes above and beyond.
Read moreSteph H 2025-11-19 Google
Steph H worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
After months of being listed, and battling a declining real estate market in the Calgary area, we can now officially say our first home is SOLD!
Derek Thistle you've had nothing but patience and persistence, and there's absolutely no one else who we'd want to battle this crazy market with than you and your amazing team!
I'd give him 10 stars if I could!
~ Steph.
Read moreBrenda B 2025-11-18 Google
Brenda B worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Huge shoutout to Derek and his team of professionals that work alongside of him, for making both selling our home and buying our new build such a smooth experience. His professionalism, clarity, and no-bullshit attitude were exactly what we needed. Always willing to talk through options, listen, and give honest feedback.
My wife and I felt heard, understood, and supported the entire time. Derek & team really got our goals and made them the priority. Super approachable, always available for a quick chat or brainstorm, and always came with an action plan.
Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Grateful for the guidance and the results.
Read moreMichael Macdonald 2025-11-05 Google
Michael Macdonald worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek is the most amazing realtor I’ve ever encountered! He is friendly, good sense of humour and kind. Integrity is not just a word to him, it is his first priority. I truly believe he wants what’s best for all parties involved whether he represents them or not. In his own words, Derek Thistle wants everyone to win. From the inspectors he recommended to the impressive degree of open communication and care he and his team provided us, there is no one I could recommend more.
Thank you to you and your team for making dreams a reality
Read moreSteven 2025-11-04 Google
Steven worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
My wife Casandra and I reached out to Derek to see if moving was even a possibility. He took the time to explain everything to us clearly and professionally. Within just three days, he found us our dream home and got our house listed. Selling was definitely a bit scary for us, but Derek kept us calm, confident, and informed through every step. His assistant, Britt, was also amazing — super organized, friendly, and always quick to help with anything we needed. Together they answered all of our frequent questions. We’re so grateful for everything they did and will absolutely be recommending Derek to everyone we know!
Read moreJason 2025-11-03 Google
Jason worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek was fantastic to work with! His knowledge of the market and home-buying process made everything smooth and stress-free. He took the time to explain every step, answered all our questions, and made sure we found the perfect home. Highly recommend Derek to anyone looking to buy with confidence.
Read moreGina Tran 2025-11-01 Google
Gina Tran worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek and his team were amazing to work with! They were very supportive and always kept me updated throughout the entire process. Friendly, dedicated, and quick to respond to any request. I highly recommend Derek and his team for anyone looking to buy or sell a home!
Read moreAlex Boyechko 2025-09-25 Google
Alex Boyechko worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek was amazing. This was my first time buying a home, and he helped make the process easier and fun. He was great at answering all my questions very timely, and was great at outlining the whole process for me and what the next steps would be. His team was very responsive, and they helped me get a sooner possession date in a tight turnaround time.
Read moreAmir Hardoof 2025-08-23 Google
Amir Hardoof worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
What a wonderful experience selling our property with Derek. He and Britt are a wonderful team, and were communicative, proactive, always helpful and very quick, totally reliable, and helped us find the right buyer quickly. Moreover, we live outside of Canada and even with the distance and time difference everything was very easy and transparent. We highly recommend Derek and his team!
Read moreLyndaJane Lyons 2025-08-20 Google
LyndaJane Lyons worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Lisa Hagen 2025-08-13 Google
Lisa Hagen worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek was amazing in selling my MIL’s condo after moving to retirement living. The reasons he stands out is due to his professionalism, business acumen, market knowledge, communication, ongoing marketing and treating people with respect and kindness. Integrity and trust are a must in this business and Derek stands far above them all! Let’s not forget he’s backed by Brit who holds the same values true making them the team you want on your side during what can be a stressful experience. They both put my MIL at ease and made her feel very important through the process by keeping her well informed for a timely sale. Amazing experience from start to finish!!! Wholeheartedly recommend Derek and happy to chat without hesitation. Wish I could leave more than a five star review!!
Read moreKelvin R 2025-08-13 Google
Kelvin R worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek helped my wife and me purchase a home in Beddington. I appreciated his no-pressure approach and taking the time to understand our goals and objectives.
Read morePaulina Deng 2025-08-11 Google
Paulina Deng worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
We had an amazing experience working with Derek Thistle! We purchased a home in Seton. He made the process of buying our property quick and easy, and truly took the time to listen to us. We always felt heard and that our opinions mattered. Derek went above and beyond to make sure we got a fantastic deal — truly a steal! Professional, attentive, and easy to work with. 10/10 would recommend to anyone looking for a real estate agent.
Read moreMike Caldwell 2025-07-11 Google
Mike Caldwell worked with Derek Thistle in 2025.
Derek went above and beyond and did an outstanding job with our home sale. He definitely exceeded our expectations and I highly recommend him for all your real estate needs!
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