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Texas Real Estate Powerhouse

From residential to ranches—30+ years of navigating Texas real estate with precision and purpose.

30+

Years of Expertise

$1B+

Real Estate Transactions

2000+

Total Sales

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Meet Phil

A major talent on the Texas Sotheby’s International Realty team, A third-generation real estate broker with over 1 billion in real estate transactions. Phil brings over 30 years of experience to every transaction. As a key figure in Texas real estate, Phil specializes in residential properties, land & ranches, single-family developments, and commercial transactions.

Kate H.
J. Yostrum
Steven K.
Karen S.
Alex P.
Jimmy T.
Thomas W.
Neva W.
Melissa W.
Seller
What My Clients Say

5 Stars!-Kind, quick, communicative when others told us our requirements for land were too hard to find, Phil made it happen. Couldn’t recommend him more!

— Kate H.

What My Clients Say

Phil is an outstanding Realtor. He communicates well, knows the market, and provides great suggestions. He has handled multiple real estate transactions, and I will continue to use him and his office in the future!

— J. Yostrum

What My Clients Say

Very simply, we could not have built our new office building if it were not for Phil. He found us the best lot for our budget and never stopped working until the deal was done.

— Steven K.

What My Clients Say

Phil Essex truly understands the real estate market. He is ethical, knowledgeable, professional, and sensitive to the client's needs. He is an outstanding realtor. My husband and I enjoyed working with Phil and highly recommend him.

— Karen S.

What My Clients Say

I have worked with Phil both from a professional services standard and a peer standpoint. Phil has assisted me with a site selection and building review on a commercial property in San Antonio. I also meet with Phil monthly in our Entrepreneurs Organization forum. I have found Phil to be a highly intelligent, well-spoken, and knowledgeable colleague with the highest integrity and ethics.

— Alex P.

What My Clients Say

Phil provides the highest level of service, professionalism, and results, all at an excellent value. He is our real estate agent, and I would recommend him to anyone. Phil is and always will be our real estate agent on all future real estate transactions. I highly recommend his services.

— Jimmy T.

What My Clients Say

Phil is an outstanding realtor and broker, and our family would trust him with any real estate needs we have. We moved from Virginia to Texas, and Phil's comprehensive knowledge of San Antonio and the housing market proved invaluable. He is extremely professional, patient, and a pleasure to work with. We can't imagine having worked with anyone else. Phil is very detail-oriented, smart, and he was our loy...

— Thomas W.

What My Clients Say

Phil is an experienced real estate agent who possesses a wealth of information and knowledge in Farm and Ranch transactions. He's always professional and friendly, and a pleasure to do business with.

— Neva W.

What My Clients Say

I highly recommend The Essex’s Team. They make the home buying and selling process seamless and truly care about their clients. I would trust them to handle all of my real estate needs.

— Melissa W.

What My Clients Say

Phil's knowledge and understanding of the surrounding San Antonio region, both on residential communities and land, building, or buying, is fantastic. He gives wise counsel and helps me make well-informed decisions on what's best for me and my family. He has a large network of credible vendors to help me prepare for the sale and service needs in my new home.

— Seller

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Sendero Ridge Ranch

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With a rare blend of market insight, loyalty, and world-class marketing, Phil ensures a seamless and rewarding real estate experience.