Karla De La Cruz

Karla De La Cruz

REALTOR® at EMPIRE NETWORK REALTY
Real Estate Agent: 3569706
  •   4.9   (21 reviews)

Karla's sales performance at a glance

See how Karla has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

18
Reviews
4
Properties for sale
19
Sold properties
$275k
Average sale price
$4.4m
Total sales value

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  • County Top 5Putnam County
  • City WinnerPalatka

About Karla

orn and raised in Ecuador, Karla De La Cruz has always had a passion for helping others and a relentless work ethic. She began working at age 16 with dreams of becoming a lawyer, ultimately rising to become the right hand of a law firm executive. In 2014, she moved to the United States, starting over with no English and no connections—but plenty of ambition. Through hard work and perseverance, Karla built a successful career in sales, spending 7 years in the telecommunications industry and earning her bachelor’s degree in Business. She then spent 6 years in Human Capital Management (HCM), helping small businesses thrive while consistently ranking as a top performer. Karla is a multi-time President’s Club and Winner’s Circle award recipient, recognized for her leadership, sales excellence, and dedication to her clients. In 2023, she followed her long-standing passion for real estate, passing her licensing exam on the first try. Her very first transaction was the purchase of her own property—a turning point that launched a fast-growing, fulfilling real estate career. Now, as the founder of The Vancruz Group with Empire Network Realty, Karla serves buyers, sellers, and investors throughout Central Florida. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Karla is especially committed to empowering first-time buyers, immigrant families, and investors looking to build long-term wealth. Her background in law, business, and sales gives her clients a unique advantage, combining professionalism, negotiation strength, and a heart for service.

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

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Karla's reviews

  4.9  
Karla has 21 reviewsacross 12 different locations, showing 6.
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Karla's qualities as told by our client reviews: local expert, dedicated, clear communication, responsive.
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Seller review
    Helped Our Family Find the Perfect Home
13 days ago
Helped Our Family Find the Perfect Home

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions we’ve ever made, Karla was professional and extremely patient with us. The best part is seeing how excited and happy my kids are in our new home, it means everything to us. Thank you, Karla, for helping make our dream a reality for our babies.

Buyer review
Excellent realtor
13 days ago
Excellent realtor

Excellent communication, respectful, compassionate. What impressed me the most was their dedication and commitment. They went above and beyond to help me navigate every challenge and worked tirelessly to make sure everything stayed on track until closing. Thanks to their expertise and hard work, we areal now the proud owners of our new home. Thanks 😊

Buyer review
The Best Realtors You Could Ask For
4 months ago
The Best Realtors You Could Ask For

Let me just say working with Karla and Danny was an absolute experience in the BEST way possible. From day one, they brought the energy, the expertise, and that effortless confidence that makes you feel like you’re in the best hands. Buying a home can be stressful, but with them? It felt like a full on main character moment. They didn’t just help us find a house they understood the assignment. Every showing felt curated, every question was answered before we even had to ask, and when it was time to make moves? Oh, they delivered. Negotiations? Locked in. Details? Covered. Stress? Not invited. And let’s talk about dedication, because Karla and Danny do NOT play when it comes to their clients. They were on it 24/7, making sure everything stayed flawless and fabulous from start to finish. Honest, sharp, and just the right amount of sass you absolutely want this duo in your corner. If you’re looking for realtors who will hype you up, keep it real, and get you exactly where you need to be, Karla and Danny are THAT team. Period. We’re obsessed, we’re grateful, and we would recommend them a thousand times over!

Buyer review
The Vancruz Group is amazing
4 months ago
The Vancruz Group is amazing

Buying my home with Karla De La Cruz and The Vancruz Group was a great experience. She made sure I was protected every step of the way and worked hard to get me the best deal possible. I really appreciated how smooth and straightforward everything felt throughout the process. You can tell she genuinely cares about her clients. I would absolutely work with her again!

Buyer review
Stress free transaction
4 months ago
Stress free transaction

Working with Karla De La Cruz and The Vancruz Group was one of the best decisions I made during my home buying process. From day one, Karla truly had my best interest at heart. She didn’t just show me homes she educated me, guided me, and made sure I understood every step of the process. What impressed me the most was her ability to negotiate on my behalf. She was able to get me a better price and terms that I honestly didn’t think were possible. You can tell she knows the market and knows exactly how to position her clients to win. The entire transaction felt smooth, organized, and stress-free, which is rare when buying a home. Her team was always available, responsive, and made sure nothing was missed. If you’re looking for a realtor who will truly fight for your best interest, protect your investment, and make the process easy, I highly recommend Karla and The Vancruz Group. I’m beyond grateful and I wouldn’t go with anyone else.

Seller review
Fantastic job from a Group!
4 months ago
Fantastic job from a Group!

Working with Karla De La Cruz and The Vancruz Group has been nothing short of exceptional and this wasn’t our first time trusting them. After multiple transactions together, I can confidently say this team delivers results every single time. From the moment we decided to sell, they came in with a clear strategy, strong market knowledge, and constant communication that made the entire process smooth and stress-free. What really stands out is their ability to get things DONE. They don’t just list your property they position it to sell, negotiate strongly, and guide you through every step with confidence. We’ve worked with other agents before, but none compare to the level of professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication that Karla and her team bring. If you’re thinking about selling and want a team that truly knows how to maximize your results and protect your interests, The Vancruz Group is the only call you need to make. Highly recommend and we will continue working with them again and again.

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Karla's properties

Karla has 4 properties for sale and sold 19 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldJul 31, 2026
$525,000
599 Lake Geneva Road
Geneva FL 32732
4
3
3
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of BEAR TEAM REAL ESTATE and EMPIRE NETWORK REALTY
SoldJul 21, 2026
$366,000
340 Castle Drive
Lake Alfred FL 33850
4
3
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of MERITAGE HOMES OF FL REALTY and EMPIRE NETWORK REALTY
SoldJul 17, 2026
$205,000
205 S 13th St
Palatka FL 32177
4
2
Single-Family
Listing courtesy of EMPIRE NETWORK REALTY
SoldJun 30, 2026
$239,000
1306/3082 South Oakland Forest Drive
Oakland Park FL 33309
2
3
Townhouse
Listing courtesy of EMPIRE NETWORK REALTY
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Karla's sold properties

Karla has sold 19 properties in the past 12 months, showing 4.

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599 Lake Geneva Road, Geneva, FL, 32732
599 Lake Geneva Road
Geneva FL 32732
4
3
3
Single-Family$525,000Jul 31, 2026
340 Castle Drive, Lake Alfred, FL, 33850
340 Castle Drive
Lake Alfred FL 33850
4
3
2
Single-Family$366,000Jul 21, 2026
205 S 13th St, Palatka, FL, 32177
205 S 13th St
Palatka FL 32177
4
2
Single-Family$205,000Jul 17, 2026
1306/3082 South Oakland Forest Drive, Oakland Park, FL, 33309
1306/3082 South Oakland Forest Drive
Oakland Park FL 33309
2
3
Townhouse$239,000Jun 30, 2026

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