
About
About Ryan Garvey
I grew up in Vermont, went to Western Colorado University in Gunnison, and spent six years in Denver's music industry, backstage and onstage at the big venues, before I got into real estate. I'm a Broker Associate with Compass, part of the FORM team, and I focus on Denver's classic central and northwest neighborhoods: Park Hill, Central Park, Hale, Mayfair, Hilltop, Highland, LoHi, and West Highland.
How I work. My clients tend to mention two things. One, I answer my phone. The other is that I stay with them through the whole deal: the offer, the inspection, the appraisal, and the negotiating in between. I know what tends to come up on a Denver house of a given age, and I'll help you decide what matters to what you're about to spend. With first-time buyers especially, I take time explaining what we're looking at and what's a walk-away versus a negotiation.
Off the clock: I ski Crested Butte, still catch shows at Red Rocks and Mission Ballroom, and spend too much time at Uchi, Esters, Cholon, El 5, and Bertha's Baja Bistro.
Call or text me at (802) 236-7346.
In the words of my clients
What clients say
A few of them. There are more on the reviews page, in their own words.
- 5 out of 5 stars
Made sure we had the full picture of each property
- Buyer
- Answers his phone
- Inspections
We first connected with Ryan after requesting to see a house on Realtor.com, and we're so glad we did. He turned out to be an awesome agent! He is super communicative, knowledgeable, and always quick to respond. What stood out most was that he wasn't afraid to literally get his hands dirty, crawling into tight spaces to check out foundations, furnaces, and other details that really matter when buying a home. He went above and beyond to make sure we had the full picture of each property. On top of being professional, he's also just a really sweet and easy-to-work-with guy. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Read the full review from Niki ByingtonNiki ByingtonBought a home in DenverGoogle review (opens in new tab) - 5 out of 5 stars
Advocated for me every day, even after closing
- Seller
- Repeat client
Selling a home can seem daunting, but Ryan was incredible every step of the way! Ryan went above and beyond, and was extremely professional and knowledgeable. He advocated for me as his client every day, even after closing! I can't thank or recommend Ryan enough. If you'd like to have the best experience buying or selling a home, Ryan Garvey's your man!
Read the full review from Kevin ReynoldsKevin ReynoldsSold his home with RyanGoogle review (opens in new tab) - 5 out of 5 stars
Never judged me for my inexperience
- Buyer
- First-time buyer
- Answers his phone
- Patient
Working with Ryan on my first home purchase was truly exceptional. He wasn't just a realtor—he became my indispensable guide through unfamiliar territory. Entering the housing market as a complete novice left me overwhelmed, but Ryan transformed this intimidating process into a confident journey. Ryan's availability was remarkable. Every question, concern, and worry I had was met with prompt, knowledgeable responses that reflected his deep expertise. What impressed me most was how he shared this knowledge—always making me feel respected and empowered, never judged for my inexperience. He skillfully balanced reassurance with education, turning my initial anxiety into genuine excitement. Over the course of months, Ryan dedicated countless hours to showing properties and, more importantly, helping me evaluate each one through the lens of my best interests. His patience never wavered. The end result speaks volumes: Ryan helped me secure a first home that not only meets all my needs but does so within a financial framework that's both attainable and secure for my situation. Ryan's diligence, reliability, and expertise were absolutely instrumental in my success as a first-time homebuyer. I couldn't have navigated this complex process without him, and I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone entering the real estate market.
Read the full review from Michelle NydenMichelle NydenFirst-time buyerGoogle review (opens in new tab)