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Philip Alter’s unswerving dedication and tireless commitment to serving his clients have established him among the top-tier of real estate professionals in the Houston area. A third-generation Houstonian, Philip knows the city’s neighborhoods, their schools and their culture. He uses that knowledge to guide buyers to a purchase that suits their needs, and help sellers effectively stage their house for a sale. Philip takes the time to educate all of his clients about the market, and makes their needs and real estate goals his priority. He is accustomed to working with clients of varying personalities, from the experienced investor to the novice first-time buyer.

A lifelong interest in architecture and design provide an excellent foundation for Philip’s work in residential real estate. Houses are his passion, and he has an extraordinary ability to see both the potential and true value in a home when assessing properties with his clients. Philip personally purchases and renovates older homes, using his vision to restore their beauty and charm, and give them an advantage in today’s market. Purposely not limited to one arena, he also maintains expertise in the city’s burgeoning residential high-rise market and in new-construction homes.

Philip attended Davidson College and received a bachelor of arts in art history from the University of the South. When not working, he is very involved with arts community and is a member of Rice Design Alliance, Houston Museum of Fine Arts, The Menil Collection, and Trees for Houston.

Visit my website at www.PhilipAlter.com

Awards:

  • Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence

Professional Memberships:

  • Houston Association of Realtors®
  • Texas Association of Realtors®
  • National Association of Realtors®


Membership:
Houston Association of REALTORS®

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Philip Alter, recommended by Tim Mcinturf, helped sell a property on Sep. 5th, 2020.

“To date, Philip has helped me buy 4 homes and sell 4 homes. He is extremely knowledgable about the central and galleria area markets--houses and high-rises. I highly recommend him!"

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Listings by Philip Alter & Prior Sales

2531 Swift Blvd

Houston, TX 77030
$2.23M
Active
4 beds
4 baths
4,916 sqft.

10323 Green Tree Rd

Houston, TX 77042
$749K
Active
4 beds
3 baths
2,402 sqft.

503 Bolton Pl

Houston, TX 77024
$598K
Active
2 beds
2 baths
2,350 sqft.
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Sold
09/30/2026
Represented: Buyer

4876 Post Oak Timber Dr

Houston, TX 77056
$482K - $552K
3 beds
5 baths
4,646 sqft.
Sold
09/25/2026
Represented: Seller

9025 Gaylord Dr #109

Houston, TX 77024
$185K - $215K
3 beds
2 baths
1,452 sqft.
Sold
09/10/2026
Represented: Buyer

5803 Lynbrook Dr #80

Houston, TX 77057
$285K - $325K
2 beds
2 baths
1,760 sqft.
* Recent transactions within last 5 years
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Leased
04/01/2026
Represented: Seller

449 N Post Oak Ln #449

Houston, TX 77024
$2K - $2K
1 bed
1 bath
891 sqft.
Leased
02/10/2026
Represented: Seller

453 N Post Oak Ln

Houston, TX 77024
$2K - $2K
1 bed
1 bath
891 sqft.
Leased
09/24/2025
Represented: Seller

9 Pine Forest Cir

Houston, TX 77056
$10,000+
4 beds
3 baths
5,387 sqft.
* Recent transactions within last 5 years
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10052 Lynbrook Dr

Houston, TX 77042
$1.03M
Under Contract - OP
4 beds
2 baths
2,500 sqft.

5000 Longmont Dr #15

Houston, TX 77056
$995K
Under Contract - OP
2 beds
2 baths
3,420 sqft.

2174 Briarglen Dr

Houston, TX 77027
$8K
Active
3 beds
3 baths
2,073 sqft.
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Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Office Location

1717 West Loop South, Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77027
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, is a Texas real estate firm, located at 1717 West Loop South, Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77027. Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty provides a wide range of real estate services. Consumers continue to find value in having a real estate professional help them through the home buying and selling process. The range of services the real estate professionals provide is proving ever more valuable in real estate transactions (financing twists and sales contract intricacies). Please view Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty current listings, or sold listings.

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