In 1976, our country was in a recession, and the Phipps Land Company, developers of Palmetto Dunes were in need of a sales team to help market and sell real estate in their Hilton Head Island location. Phil Schembra arrived with three other former associates to help jumpstart the sales in Palmetto Dunes with a year or two commitment. Needless to say, 47 years later, Phil is still here specializing in the community, and the rest is history. Back then, it was a different story, working with a developer prevented you from selling Island wide. It was the perfect time to develop his 100% focus for the property owners, strong belief, and passion in what he recognized as a first-class community. Several years later the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) began, and agents were then able to sell throughout the Island. Because he understood the intrinsic value of what made the community extraordinary, he decided to continue his specialization in Palmetto Dunes. This exclusive focus has given him a competitive edge with record-breaking sales, superior knowledge, negotiation skills, and experience in all aspects of the community. Phil is the #1 All-Time Listing and Selling Agent for homes, homesites, and condominiums in one community… all achieved in Palmetto Dunes, Shelter Cove, and Leamington. Phil has been recognized by REALTRENDS America's Best Ranking Report in 2023 as the #1 in Hilton Head Island for Individual Sales Volume and #4 in Individual Sales Volume in the State of South Carolina (2022 sales)
With the growth of the Low Country, it is virtually impossible for any REALTOR® to realistically keep abreast of market conditions and “best buys” in the number of neighborhoods and communities on Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Daufuskie and beyond to I-95. Phil’s specialization in Palmetto Dunes, Shelter Cove, and Leamington provides him with a huge competitive advantage in discussing values and market trends to help analyze the needs of both buyers and sellers.
The History of Our Prices…
His superior knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the community since 1976 have been a tremendous asset to both buyers and sellers. Having the history in pricing a property allows him to know where prices have been, where they are currently, and a realistic expectation of where prices will be in the future. Phil takes his obligation very seriously to negotiate the highest fair market price for his selling clients and he realizes the importance of demonstrating to buyers the intrinsic value of owning property in our community.
Experienced Negotiator…
He is a skilled and experienced negotiator and has used his communication skills and professional integrity to help a number of clients in Palmetto Dunes, Shelter Cove, and Leamington reach their real estate goals and objectives and help their dreams become a reality.
Outstanding Customer Service…
Phil Schembra and his staff at Schembra Real Estate Group’s made a commitment to offering the ultimate in customer service from the inception to the closing of each transaction.
Experience firsthand the knowledge, integrity, and professional ethics upheld by Phil, his sales professionals, and his support staff as they coordinate every detail of the sales process and offer their list of professional relationships for legal advice, banking, inspections, and the trades. His trust, reputation, and customer service are hard to beat!
Relationships Are About Building Trust…
Since 1976, with his proven reputation, he demands the highest ethical conduct in his personal and professional life. His reputation specializing in his neighborhood has given Schembra Real Estate Group a complete network of owners, prospects, referrals, and visitors who are predisposed to our community. His continued success is primarily due to ongoing referrals, loyalty, and repeat business from satisfied clients.
