Jose Cardenas

Luxury Home Specialist | Design Background

What do Clients Say?

If you are even remotely thinking about listing your estate home in the near future - RUN! - don't walk - to meet with Jose. Not only is he personable, witty, and kind - he has a killer smile and ALL OF THE knowledge needed to stage, place and sell your home in record time. We are beyond thrilled to have established the best of business relationships with Jose, who we now consider a friend! Thank you, Jose, for your amazing insight, considerate opinions and incredible professionalism. Truly THE BEST in the industry.

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Jose sold our home at top asking price in under 8 hours!! Other agents wanted to list our home about $30,000 less however with all Jose's advice and a few closet clean out's Jose shined the light on all the positive attributes of our home. Thank you Jose!! We would never have dreamed our real estate transaction would have gone so effortlessly!

zillow

Jose was the consummate professional! We had a solid contract on our historically not easy to sell home within 10 days! He is tremendously good at what he does, and my husband and I would not hesitate to recommend him!

Zillow

I would never have anyone else handle my real estate needs/design ideas, he sold one of my property’s and we closed inside of a month. Honest and fun to work with, JF

Zillow

Jose did an awesome job getting my house sold. He priced it at an aggressive & fair price to sell quickly & it did.....even thru this Covid19. His marketing program brought many buyers to see my home weekly non stop lol then bam! Thru this process Jose became a friend. His negotiation skills got me a great offer & held thing together when anything came up & the buyers seem happy & I are more than happy. Thank You Jose!

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About Jose

Recognized among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide by Real Trends 2024, Jose Cardenas is a distinguished advisor known for his dedication, expertise, and results-driven approach. He has been the #1 individual advisor by sales volume in the Tampa office for 2022, 2023, and 2024 and was honored as Tampa Magazine’s Best of Tampa winner in 2024. As a member of Club 1744—representing the top 100 producers within Premier Sotheby’s International Realty—Jose is a leader in the luxury real estate market, consistently delivering exceptional results. Drawing inspiration from his mother’s strong work ethic as a musician, Jose applies the same discipline, passion, and artistry to his real estate practice. With over 20 years of experience as a designer, home renovator, art collector, and investor, he brings a unique perspective that discerning buyers and sellers highly value. His ability to blend artistry with real estate strategy ensures that every transaction is as seamless and enjoyable as possible. This philosophy is captured in his trademarked slogan, Real Estate Artist®, offering each client a one-of-a-kind experience.

Global Reach & Unmatched Marketing Power. As a proud ambassador of Sotheby’s International Realty, Jose benefits from a dedicated team that combines local expertise with global reach. He is also a member of Our Trusted Network, a select group of top real estate producers worldwide, ensuring his clients receive maximum exposure for their properties. Backed by Premier Sotheby’s International

Realty—the world’s top-ranking Sotheby’s affiliate—Jose leverages a powerful marketing platform to connect luxury homes with the right buyers.

Visionary in Luxury Design & Development. A true specialist in high-end real estate, Jose founded Jose Cardenas LLC, a firm dedicated to acquiring, developing, renovating, designing, and reselling luxury residences. His renovation and design work have earned both local and national recognition, including the prestigious 2019 Florida Main Street Secretary of State Honor Award for outstanding economic vitality. He is also a proud member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing at its highest Elite level and has been inducted into Marquis Who’s Who for his remarkable professional achievements.

Commitment to Community & Philanthropy Beyond his professional success, Jose is deeply committed to giving back. He has served as chairman of the Design Committee for the New Port Richey Main Street organization (2015–2017) and is a Leadership Pasco Class of 2017 alumnus. He was involved in the Rotary Club of Trinity and previously chaired Pasco County’s Citizens Advisory Committee for transportation. Jose is passionate about supporting U.S. veterans, advocating for educational opportunities for minorities, improving housing access for underserved communities, promoting animal rescue and shelter initiatives, raising awareness for Down syndrome, combating human trafficking, and championing the arts. He is a strong supporter of local artists and believes in promoting creativity in all forms of expression.

A Life of Passion & Purpose Jose holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Madero Methodist University in Puebla, Mexico. Before his real estate career, he worked as an arts integration manager, social studies coordinator, and bilingual educator for the Houston Independent School District. He also trained with the Houston Museum of Fine Arts the Learning Through Art program and spent 20 years performing traditional folkloric dance. Now residing in Avila Golf and Country Club in Central Tampa, Jose is a passionate traveler, art collector, and 5K runner who enjoys karaoke and is a devoted dog lover.

Experience the Elevated Difference With a reputation built on integrity, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to his clients, Jose Cardenas is more than a real estate advisor—he is a trusted partner in navigating the luxury market. Whether buying, selling, or investing, his global network, industry knowledge, and personalized approach ensure a real estate experience that is nothing short of exceptional. Experience the elevated difference with Jose Cardenas, the Real Estate Artist®—your trusted global real estate advisor.