MEET
THE TEAM
meet Rachel Walsh
Licensed Real Estate Broker & Owner
Rachel is originally from Cincinnati, Ohio and
moved to the Fort Myers and Sanibel area in 2015, to work at CROW Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife- on Sanibel Island. After completing an internship, Rachel was fortunate enough to join their staff as one of their Wildlife Rehabilitators. While working full time at CROW and part-time at ‘Tween Waters Resort & Spa on Captiva, she pursued her Real Estate license. In 2017, she joined ‘Tween Waters’ new Vacation Rental Division, which later became known as Sanibel Captiva Island Vacation Rentals. While there she became a go-to for vacationers and property owners alike. In 2022, she decided to become a full time REALTOR® and in 2025 decided to get her Real Estate Broker’s License and open up her own Brokerage, Blue Echo Realty Group. She has a true gift for customer service and an attention to detail that fits perfectly with being a REALTOR®. She’s also a longtime volunteer with SCCF’s (Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation) Sea Turtle Research, which has allowed her to give back to the community and area that she has fallen so much in love with. She couldn’t be any more excited to share this love and to help both Buyers and Sellers.
meet Michael Laperuta
REALTOR®
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Michael Laperuta brings big-city energy and a passion for people to his role as a licensed Sales Associate with Blue Echo Realty Group. After relocating to Southwest Florida in 2021, he quickly fell in love with the area’s natural beauty, laid-back lifestyle, and vibrant communities.
With a strong background in high-end sales and brand management, Michael thrives on helping clients make confident, informed decisions — whether they’re buying, selling, or investing. While his focus includes the island communities of Sanibel and Captiva, he proudly serves Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and surrounding areas throughout Lee County.
Michael is excited to introduce clients to the lifestyle that stole his heart, and help them fall in love with Southwest Florida just like he did.
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For all your real estate needs, contact Blue Echo Realty Group.
Address
2400 Palm Ridge Rd. Unit C2 Sanibel, FL 33957
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