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Phil Essex

Phil Essex

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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.

Throughout his career, Phil has built and led several real estate companies and has deep expertise in mortgage lending, investor acquisitions, distressed properties, and asset liquidation.

His clients include celebrities, professional athletes, high-ranking military officials, political leaders, family offices, trusts, corporations, and private buyers and sellers.

Phil’s legacy and reputation have fostered multi-generational client relationships and an elite network that grants unparalleled access to off-market and hard-to-find properties. Known for his integrity, discretion, and tailored guidance, Phil delivers strategic real estate solutions aligned with each client’s unique lifestyle and investment goals. Phil enjoys hunting, traveling with his wife of 35 years, his three daughters, and hopefully lots of future grandkids.

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

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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.

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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.

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