Axel de Chevron Villette

Axel de Chevron Villette is a French-born entrepreneur who founded Clever Rental LLC, a successful real estate investment and management firm based in Sarasota, Florida. He has developed a significant portfolio of real estate holdings and has renovated historical buildings in France and Florida. Before transitioning into real estate investment in 2014, Axel had an accomplished 15-year career in the financial sector. He worked for renowned financial institutions like Goldman Sachs, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and Barclays Capital. His expertise includes economics, quantitative finance, and advanced mathematics. Axel grew up in France and speaks three languages fluently: French, English, and Spanish. His global perspective was shaped by his living in London for 12 years, Tokyo for a year, and Sarasota for over a decade. Axel’s commitment to providing affordable, high-quality housing for low—and middle-income families drove his decision to start Clever Rental LLC. His business approach focuses on long-term value creation, prioritizing responsible property management and sustainable growth. Under his leadership, Clever Rental LLC has successfully navigated economic fluctuations, turning challenges into opportunities and expanding the company’s reach. His strategic investments have allowed the company to thrive, even in uncertain times. He worked on a significant project: the Rose Hill East Apartments in Venice, Florida, a historic property he owned. Built-in 1925, the property was part of a historic district close to downtown. Axel saw the building’s potential and led a renovation that preserved its architectural history while transforming it into a modern, functional living space. His work was recognized in The Herald Tribune. In his finance career, Axel specialized in exotic interest rate derivatives, trading in highly competitive markets and generating substantial profits.