Introducing Michael Kearns, your real estate expert in Denver, Colorado. Leading The Kearns Team at Realty ONE Group Five Star, Michael brings a wealth of experience and a unique background to the table.
After a successful 16-year stint in corporate Human Resources, Michael transitioned to real estate in 2000, driven by his passion for helping clients find their dream homes. Specializing in assisting home buyers, especially those interested in building new homes, and sellers, Michael spearheads The Kearns Team's marketing efforts.
With a dedication to excellence, Michael is a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI) and carries the Residential Construction Certified (RCC) and National Association of REALTORS® GREEN designations.
He previously held prestigious designations including Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS), membership in the esteemed Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, and was a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) - none of these designations are currently active.
Recognized as a leader in his field, Michael was inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and consistently received the RE/MAX Platinum or Chairman's awards from 2007 through 2018. Year after year, he's honored as a “Five Star Real Estate Agent,” reflecting his steadfast commitment to providing top-notch service, endorsed by clients, peers, and industry experts. Michael's expertise has been featured in the Denver Post, 5280 Magazine, and other local media outlets.
Beyond real estate, Michael is immersed in Colorado's lively craft beer scene, having owned the Stapleton Tap House in Denver. While he's a lifelong Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan, you’ll often find Michael courtside at Denver Nuggets games or catching Denver Broncos or CU football matches. He also relishes live music, cooking, photography, hiking, and travel.
Teaming up with his wife, Diana Kearns, Michael is dedicated to realizing real estate dreams for every client he serves. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, trust Michael Kearns as your ally in the Denver real estate market.
SPECIALTIES
Residential Homes | New Home Construction | Investment Properties
SERVICE AREAS
Denver, Colorado | Evergreen, Colorado | Aurora, Colorado | Click for additional communities
INDUSTRY DESIGNATIONS

- Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI): Mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation.
- Residential Construction Certified (RCC): Comprehensive residential construction training.
- National Association of REALTORS® GREEN: Advanced training in green building and sustainable business practices.
INACTIVE / EXPIRED DESIGNATIONS
- Certified Mountain Area Specialist (CMAS): Prepared to market and sell mountain and rural properties with unique features like domestic wells, septic and leach fields, and fire mitigation concerns.
- Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE): Trained to help homeowners find the best solutions for their unique situations and to avoid foreclosure through the efficient execution of a short sale.
- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS): Experienced real estate agents trained to provide high quality service to the buyers and sellers of luxury homes and in so doing, maximize their own success in the upper-tier residential market.
- Certified Residential Specialist (CRS): Awarded to experienced REALTORS® who complete advanced training in listing and selling, and meet rigorous production requirements.
Our Tools. When we build or buy tools for our real estate business, the first questions we ask is, “how will this benefit our customers?” This is true whether it is a new website, an automated market analysis, or a simple home tour checklist.
A focus on the customer, not the agent. Our business is built on service. The tools we use and provide to our clients, from websites to electronic contracts, are designed to simplify the process and meet their needs.
Home Buyers & Sellers. Our home buyers and sellers benefit from our 40+ years of combined experience in the Denver – Boulder – Evergreen real estate markets, as well as our relationships with most of the area’s new home builders and relocation companies.
When you sell your home with the Kearns Team, our services include professional photography, home staging assistance, and a customized approach to both online and traditional marketing.
Partner Referrals. In addition to the REALTORs on our team, we bring together a wide range of partners to help you meet your goals. Lenders, title companies, contractors, insurance agents, movers, etc. – we can refer you to pre-screened providers who have your best interests at heart. And we do NOT accept fees for these referrals.