Peter van der Vlugt

Peter van der Vlugt

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
peter.v@compass.com
M: 484-431-8821
O: 267-435-8015

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★★★★★
"Peter is nothing short of phenomenal. From our very first 30-minute discovery call, it was clear I was working with a top-tier real estate professional. What sets Peter apart isn’t just his 5-star level of local knowledge, responsiveness, process expertise, and negotiation skills—but the speed, precision, and strategy with which he helped me close. Within just one week of our initial conversation, Peter had lined up multiple listings tailored to my needs, scheduled two focused days of showings, and guided me through a smart, aggressive offer strategy. Rather than taking a slower LOI-based route, he advised me to submit a direct, competitive offer with a 10-day close. That insight was game-changing. Thanks to his sharp market understanding and proactive communication, we closed and moved in within 20 days of our first call—something I never imagined possible in this market. Peter’s commitment to excellence was clear at every step. He was highly responsive (even outside standard hours), kept me informed with consistent updates, and always made me feel like I was his top priority. His professionalism, strategic mindset, and calm confidence removed all the stress from what could’ve been a complicated experience. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who combines market expertise, speed, and flawless execution—Peter is your person. I’d recommend him without hesitation to anyone serious about buying or selling quickly and confidently. ".Andrew L.

★★★★★
" Peter is an incredible agent to work with. His attention to detail and personalization of the process is bar none. He can truly take this jawn and make it yours. He’s extremely positive, supportive, and goes above and beyond to make you feel supported and comfortable during the often intricate buying process. Highly recommend with him for all of your real estate needs, especially in the city of Philadelphia. "Chris M.

★★★★★
" Peter is really great and is kind enough to always respond super quickly! He made the home-buying process feel extremely easy-going - not an easy feat with me being a person who is both particularly prone to difficult-goings and a first-time homebuyer. We found an awesome house in a perfect location and he got me everything I asked for during the negotiation process. "Jack S.

★★★★★
"It was a pleasure to work with Peter. After a long search and multiple trips from out of town, he finally helped us secure the perfect home for my family. As a family man himself, he was able to envision exactly what we needed. Communication was on point, his availability to meet our needs and dedication to the process was unmatched. Peter has a wealth of knowledge on neighborhoods in Philadelphia and is a true gem in the field, I couldn’t recommend him more. "Katy R

★★★★★
"I could not recommend Peter van der Vlugt as a listing agent with any more confidence. As out-of-state owners selling a property for the first time, his knowledge, expertise, and endless resources made the difference between a simple sale and a truly joyful and prosperous experience. From start to finish Peter was able to advise and help on an unprecedented level. For over a year we prepared for this listing, and from helping us transition out our final tenants, advise us from a far on how to ready our home for the market, dealing with the fall out from our terrible first contractor (should have taken his recommendations from the start!), helping us find a good and affordable replacement in record time, arranging cleanings, photographs, and developing a marketing plan that played the exact way he said it would, he was a true joy to work with, and helped us exceed our expectations of what a successful sale could look like. The amount of fires to put out on the way were vast, and he handled them all with grace and positivity. The level of above-and-beyond he went to for us set a precedent that we've had great trouble finding a match for in our new state of residence. Our home was off the market quickly, above ask, and we didn't have to fly home even once. After having had the pleasure of working with him I can confidently say that I trust Peter like a brother, and will be calling him for advice on anything real estate related for the rest of my life. If you're thinking of selling- call him, you will be immediately impressed, and will continue to learn what it is that a good agent does for you. "David G.

★★★★★
"Peter is the best agent I've worked with. Period. Above everything else, we look for an agent we trust to have our interests first. We found him via a referral from my son who had just used Peter as well! Peter is tirelessly responsive, totally transparent about the process, willing to answer any questions, show us any property we wanted (it only took one day and five properties) and really took the time to understand our needs and willing to suggest things we never thought about. What makes Peter special, however, is the human aspect of him. Not a typical agent, he's not afraid to be himself. Make no mistake, his local knowledge (as a local boy growing up in the area), understanding of the whole real estate process, responsiveness and negotiation skills are top notch. If he doesn't know something, he tells us but goes to find the answer. And he's a great guy - someone we really enjoyed being around. Of course it's a business: we were looking for a great agent not a friend, but it all helps that he's a good guy. Looking forward to seeing Peter have his own team - he's that good. "Tony L.

★★★★★
"Peter was phenomenal. His extensive knowledge of the area is why my wife and I currently own the home we have today . We had the please of meeting Peter at an open house . He sold us quickly on the neighborhood and everyone in it . Peter helped us through every single step of the buying process. He even helped us the day we moved in . His company is lucky to have him and so is anyone who works with him "Brandi S.


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About Peter

Peter is a real estate professional with eight plus years of knowledge and experience. He began his career in 2016 with the purchase of his first home, a duplex that doubled as an investment property. Continuing his entrepreneurial interest in real estate, he began working with investors to acquire properties that uniquely fit their objectives and portfolios. This work equipped him with a toolkit to identify and analyze properties with unique potential, while dealing with the elements of complex transactions such as tangled titles, difficult negotiations with banks and municipal departments, creative financing, and drafting terms to satisfy special needs on both sides of the table.

As he continued to build in his career, friends and family came to him for counseling and advice, eventually nudging him to represent them in their residential transactions. Bringing his unique eye and experience, he was able to overcome obstacles, excel in negotiations, and help those around him gracefully accomplish their goals. In doing so, Peter found the human dimension of residential real estate to be a wellspring of pride and accomplishment - helping people successfully sell or buy their home with the highest degree of professionalism and least amount of stress.

Peter was born in Philadelphia, grew up in Swarthmore, and thrived on the many special gems our area offers: apple picking at Lynvilla Orchards, the wooden slide at Smith Playground, trips to the art museum, and summers at the Jersey shore. He now shares these foundational joys with his own children from their home near Clark Park in West Philadelphia.

Peter attended Swarthmore schools, graduated from Episcopal Academy, and received his B.A. in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Vermont. Although he then lived and studied in Indonesia, the Peruvian Amazon, Northern California and Oregon, he always gravitated back to the places and people that helped construct his concept of “home.”

He is proud to say that Compass now also points his way home, and through its company resources, technologies, and most importantly its people, he is better equipped than ever to deliver consistent and tangible value to those he represents. Whether they involve residential or investment-specific real estate, Peter van der Vlugt approaches his clients' needs with experience, empathy, and the creative joy that comes only from finding the overlay of what you excel at and what you truly love to do.


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Peter van der Vlugt’s Listings

$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
$367,500 | 123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127
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Listed By Compass

$367,500

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,731
Acres
0.04

123 Ripka Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127

a view of a car parked in front of a building
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a window
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a very nice looking dining room with a table and chairs
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances a refrigerator stove and sink
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove and a microwave
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a bedroom with a bed and a closet
a bedroom with a bed a couch and dresser
a bedroom with a bed and a view of walk in closet
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower
a bathroom with a bathtub and shower
a view of living room with furniture and a chandelier
a workspace with furniture and rug
a view of kitchen and dining room with furniture
a backyard of a house with table and chairs
a view of a chairs and table in patio
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Listed By CompassActive Under Contract

$284,900

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
1,200
Acres
0.01

1942 Pierce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145

a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove and a refrigerator
a kitchen with granite countertop a refrigerator and a stove top oven
a view of a hallway view with wooden floor and staircase
a living room with furniture and a stairs
a living room with furniture wooden floor and window
a living room with furniture stairs and a window
a view of a hallway with staircase
a large white bed in a white room
a bathroom with a granite countertop bathtub shower sink vanity and toilet
a dining room with furniture and a floor to ceiling window
a view of a terrace with lawn chairs
a view of a terrace with sitting area
a room with gym equipment and a flat screen tv
a view of a room with gym equipment
a view of a dining room with furniture and window
a living room with furniture a window and a table
a view of a cafe with a table and a chair
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Listed By Compass

$250,000

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Square Feet
650

1201-15 Fitzwater Street, Unit 204, Philadelphia, PA 19147

a view of a house with backyard
an aerial view of a house with outdoor space
a city view with tall buildings
a view of a house with a swimming pool
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Listed By Compass

$84,900

Bedrooms
Unavailable
Bathrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
0.01

2656 Janney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125

a view of a patio with table and chairs and potted plants
a view of a house with a swimming pool
a city view with tall buildings
a view of a house with backyard
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Listed By Compass

$84,900

Bedrooms
Unavailable
Bathrooms
Unavailable
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
0.01

2658 Janney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125