Derek Han

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate

21 Years of Experience

(207)

$35M

Total Sales Last Year

Years of Experience

110

Recent TransactionsTransactions from the last 3 years

$783.9K

Average Price Point

Service Areas

Albany, CA Berkeley, CA Concord, CA El Cerrito, CA El Sobrante, CA Hercules, CA Lafayette, CA Martinez, CA Pinole, CA Pleasant Hill, CA Richmond, CA San Pablo, CA Walnut Creek, CA

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About Derek Han

Realtor (15+ years experience) "Your Dream is My Passion!" As a consistent Top Producer who is trustworthy, responsible, experienced, patient, think outside the box, and friendly, my team and I strive to provide the highest level of service to help each and every client to meet their real estate goal. Whether you are first-time home buyer, move-up buyer, downsizing, relocation, probate, investor buying rental or flip, looking for bank-owned, short sale, our philosophy is simple: we care, we are trusted, we listen, and we deliver. We are also fluent in Chinese - both Cantonese and Mandarin.

OTHER LANGUAGES

Cantonese, Mandarin

Community Involvement

Berkeley

HOBBIES/INTEREST

Tennis, Poker

FAMILY

Married, 2 Kids

Credentials

LICENSE

Real Estate - California - # 01738860

Designation

CDPE

Specialties

Sellers
Residential Property

Seller's Agent, Listing Specialist, Rehab, Investor, Preforeclosure, Short Sale, Bank Owned, First Time Home Buyer, Rental

Awards

2026
TOP AGENT
Richmond, CA
2026
TOP AGENT
El Cerrito, CA
2026
TOP AGENT
El Sobrante, CA

Other Awards

#1 Agent in Better Homes & Gardens Berkeley Region - 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021

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Derek Han's Reviews & Ratings

207 Reviews

(5/5)

Note: Reviews may include other agents on their team

What clients say about this agent....

Responsive
Professional
Knowledgeable
Communicative
Trustworthy
Hard working
Outstanding
Attentive
Great for new buyers
Excellent negotiator

Ken Y.

Review for Member: Derek Han

February 16, 2026

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ZillowVERIFIED

Derek Han did a fantastic job again this time, by guiding us to navigate through an exceptionally challenging sale of a multifamily property in Oakland. The selling process was tough at every step of the sale process, from locking in the right buyer, dealing with the difficult and long drawn out loan approval process, appraisal issues, and finally clearing termite and buyer repair request, Derek is extremely resourceful, timely, responsible, patient, and detail oriented to making sure all things are moving in the right direction, and finally meet the closing deadline. Once again, Derek Han shows he is a multi disciplined, multifaceted, true real estate professional. He is capable of handling very complex real estate transaction with precise skill and confidence. I will highly recommend Derek to be your realtor whether you are a first time home buyer, or a seasoned real estate professional.

Denniskuet

Review for Member: Derek Han

January 29, 2026

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ZillowVERIFIED

I honestly couldnt have asked for a better agent than Derek Han to help sell our property. He went way above what youd expect from a typical realtor. From day one, he was already thinking ahead aEUR" spotting possible issues before they ever became problems and handling them proactively instead of scrambling later. His marketing was next level. He didnt just put the house up and wait aEUR" he actively pushed it, created buzz, and positioned it perfectly in the market. That effort clearly paid off because we ended up selling for much more than we originally thought we would. What really stood out was how honest he was throughout the process. Derek never pressured us into accepting weaker offers just to move things along, and he didnt try to hype us up with unrealistic numbers either. He stayed grounded, gave us straight answers, and clearly had our best interests in mind the entire time. On top of that, the whole sale felt smooth from start to finish. Derek was easy to reach, communicated clearly, and always had a plan. Nothing felt rushed or sloppy aEUR" every step felt deliberate and well thought out. If you want someone who truly works for you, stays ahead of the curve, and is focused on getting the best possible outcome, Id recommend Derek Han without hesitation. A true five-star experience.

Jondang

Review for Member: Derek Han

November 29, 2025

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ZillowVERIFIED

We had an outstanding experience working with Derek. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the entire San Francisco Bay Area, guiding us through neighborhoods from Oakland all the way to Concord. His deep understanding of each communityaEUR"even down to the niche detailsaEUR"made us feel confident and informed every step of the way. Derek's professionalism truly stood out. It was clear he has been in the industry for many years; Derek consistently provided insights we wouldnt have known to ask about. He was always prompt, dedicated, and willing to go the extra mileaEUR"often staying up late into the night to find new homes for us or handle paperwork on his end to keep the process moving smoothly. Most importantly, we always felt Derek was fully in our corner. He genuinely cared about helping us find the perfect home, and once we did, he pulled out all the stops to negotiate with the sellers. Thanks to his persistence and expertise, we ended up in a home we absolutely love. We couldnt recommend him more highly!

Zshafiqu3

Review for Member: Derek Han

November 10, 2025

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Being an East Bay native and having kept an eye on the local real estate market for years, Dereks name and branding have always stood out to me. When I began my home-buying journey, I spoke with several agents and quickly realized that deep local knowledge was something I really valued. That made reaching out to Derek an easy choice, and he absolutely delivered. Over the course of a few months, we toured homes consistently and came close on a few offers. Through every step, Derek provided the insight, patience, and support I needed. From our very first meeting, where he took the time to understand my needs, long-term goals, and ideal home characteristics, to identifying potential matches, touring properties, discussing pros and cons, making offers, and finally navigating the escrow process, I always felt I was in good hands. For the home I ultimately purchased, Derek helped negotiate seller credits toward closing costs and we even managed to secure some instant equity. I never once felt pressured to make a decision; he was always focused on what was right for me. Derek truly earns all the praise he receives. I'm a client for life and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home in the Bay Area.

Nancy H.

Review for Member: Derek Han

October 12, 2025

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Derek helped my parents sell their house and the reason it sold so quickly was in a large part due to him. I say this because we had listed a few months earlier with another agent but pulled the house off the market due to a lackluster few weeks. We didn't do any research or vetting the first time, so the second time around, I came up with a list of questions to ask and talked to multiple agents. Derek stood out from the other agents in his communication skills, his marketing process, and his ability to see the selling point of my parents' property. Throughout the process of selling the home, Derek kept us updated, was quick in responding and was reassuring with my parents. After two weekends of open houses, we had multiple bids and the property sold above listing price. His dedication, knowledge, and professionalism made a world of difference in selling the house and there was never a moment of doubt from me that he was doing the best job possible. Derek deserves all the 5 star ratings he's gotten. I am so glad we had him help us with the process.