I am grateful to be part of this beautiful mountain community as well as to be able to give back to it. As a past co-director of the Evo3 Foundation, I had the opportunity to assist local nonprofit organizations as well as help kids and senior citizens to better utilize technology. Having enjoyed working with seniors so much, I currently serve the Summit Senior Center as a technology coordinator and as a member of the board of directors. With those experiences in place, I'd love to help you become a part of our community and make your Summit County dreams become a reality. Having lived in Summit County for 20 years and served as a realtor for more than 15 of them, I possess the local knowledge and experience to assist with your real estate needs. If you'd like to discuss the local market or want to visit any Summit County property, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Extensive Professional Background
Buying or selling a home is an important decision. In addition to serving as a Summit County realtor for more than 15 years, I've also practiced as a licensed Colorado attorney. While I don't serve as a lawyer for my real estate clients, that background nonetheless allows me to provide the high level of detail orientation needed to expertly manage your real estate transaction. Additionally, I have considerable corporate experience, which includes having led client management teams in achieving a broad range of customer service goals. Furthermore, I am part-owner of other local businesses that are adjacent to the real estate space, including Summit Local Agent (serving self-managed short-term rental owners) and Summit 3D Tours (providing virtual tours and aerial photography to local realtors). From these combined fields of varied expertise, I developed a client-focused perspective that is critical in bringing your Summit County property search to a successful close.
Employing the Right Online Tools
With a background that includes work in the technology sector, I have built websites for a variety of Summit County nonprofits on a volunteer basis as well as the site you're currently visiting. This site provides the most complete source of Summit County MLS listings currently available, and I continually iterate its design to make it as easy as possible to use. Whether you're local or outside Summit County, I employ a variety of online resources to more closely connect you with the local real estate process. My sole aim is to clarify and simplify your transaction. This innovative approach is focused on providing you with true excellence in client service and communication.
What Clients Say About Philip
Vera D.
Frisco Home Seller
"We've worked with quite a few realtors over the years. They were all competent professionals who did their job well. Phil Mervis, however, set a new standard. He is meticulously thorough, immediately responsive, easy to work with, and an excellent mediator and problem solver (skills which made the process of selling our home almost stress-free). He approaches his work with intelligence and commitment and goes not only the extra mile but well beyond it. We were extremely impressed!"
Adam M.
Keystone Home Buyer
"Phil was a fantastic resource while searching for a Summit County condo. He showed me multiple different neighborhoods and buildings and went through the pros and cons of each based on what I told him my preferences were. He was very honest and even let me know which ones wouldn't be a good fit for me while we were touring places. He wasn't pushy and just trying to get a sale, he was very helpful and wanted to be sure I was getting the correct place. In the end we found the right place for me well below my original budget!"
Teal J.
Dillon Home Seller
"Where to begin? We first worked with Phil 7 years ago when looking for a home in Summit County. He listened to our wants and was incredibly patient and attentive to our needs. To say that my husband is picky would be an understatement, but Phil stuck with us and finally found the home which we would love for 7 years. When we decided to relocate, of course Phil was the first person we called. He worked closely with us to determine the best marketing strategy even in this time of Covid and all the difficulties this brought with it. We sold our home in short time, and were grateful to have Phil always there to help us through the process and support us in every way possible. Not only was he the perfect realtor for us, but we have come to consider him a wonderful friend."
Barb G.
Silverthorne Home Buyer
"Phil Mervis worked with me for over 2 years helping me to really know the neighborhoods I was considering for my new full-time residence. Very knowledgeable, Phil researched to provide complete answers to my many detailed questions. I highly recommend his services with his attention to the details comprising a legal real estate transaction. Plus he is just a really nice guy!"
Joe L.
Keystone Home Seller
"Philip was our agent when we purchased our condo 14 years ago and he was the agent when we sold it this year and he was excellent in both cases. He is very knowledgeable about the market and provided valuable insights into how to market our condo. He went out of his way to help us when we had problems with our remodeling project. I would recommend Philip to anyone looking for a real estate agent in Summit County."
Stacy K.
Wildernest Home Buyer
"One of the most professional and knowledgeable realtors I have ever worked with. Knows the market, comparables, listens to you and answers all of your questions. If you are going to buy in Summit, you should partner with him as it will be an enjoyable and prosperous time."
Tracey C.
Keystone Home Seller
"Phil was best real estate agent we've ever worked with. Incredible rapport with his clients and a honed attention to detail."
Yihong W.
Wildernest Home Buyer
"Phil is the best real estate agent I've ever worked with! He is professional and he knows the Summit Country market very well. He is always available when we have questions even after we closed on our condo. We highly recommend him!"
Dan S
Keystone Home Seller
"Phil was great to work with as a buyer and a seller. He took care of all the details I wouldn't have ever thought of, and is very knowledgeable in the Summit county market. I've worked with a lot of realtors in the past, and Phil is by far the best of them all."
Melissa H.
Frisco Home Buyer
"Philip helped us buy a condo in Summit County this summer. From the first time we met in March until the day we closed in July he was nothing other than proactive, helpful, kind, responsive and professional. His knowledge of the Summit market and experience in the area helped make the process much less confusing and low pressure than I anticipated for the county. Can't recommend working with Philip highly enough!"
Dan K.
Frisco Home Buyer
"I met Philip in February 2015 when he acted as our agent while purchasing a duplex in Frisco. I've bought many properties yet have never experienced a more effective or professional real estate agent. His research and analysis were truly noteworthy. Greatest to me was that he made the entire transaction so painless. His recommendations for lendors, attorney, contractors, etc. have been great. Philip has become a friend and confidant, and we still utilize his expertise.
On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate Philip as an 11."
Brian F.
Dillon Home Seller
"Phil helped me to sell a condo in Dillon, and as a first-time seller, I couldn't have asked for a better agent to work with. Every step of the way, Phil was straightforward, knowledgeable, professional, and friendly.
Phil's experience is a huge asset. He has a deep understanding of Summit County real estate trends, and provided very useful insight throughout the listing and sale process.
I would work with Phil again 100%."
Joan T.
Silverthorne Home Buyer & Seller
"Over the past 3 years I have worked with Philip on 4 real estate transactions; 2 as buyer, 2 as seller. From this experience I can truly say Philip is an exceptional realtor, extremely thorough with great attention to all details with the added benefit of having a legal background as a lawyer. His review of all sorts of contracts has been exceptional and of great help and guidance to me. Philip routinely goes way beyond what a typical realtor would do to make a sale, making sure all parties involved have all the information they need and more. He facilitates and promotes communication with all parties, starting from the minute he lists or shows a property, making each transaction I have had with him a smooth process. He strives to have everyone on both sides happy and satisfied with the realty transaction. Philip also provides extensive local reference lists for every imaginable home service and I have used many of his references with great results. Lastly, after working closely with Philip over the past 3 years, including on a new home construction contract that has taken more than 2 years to close, he has become a good and trusted friend. I can't say that about any other realtor I have used over the past 30+ years. I highly recommend Philip as realtor."
Jordan L.
Wildernest Home Seller
Phil is a great guy and an awesome realtor! Made me feel supremely comfortable with his negotiating abilities and selling skills. We used him as our realtor to sell our Treehouse condo in Silverthorne and he couldn't have done a better job or gotten us more money for our investment! It sold as the highest priced 2 bedroom 1 bath unit in the complex!
George G.
Alma Home Buyer
"Process expertise? Masterful? Masterful isn’t enough. Phil is a god. Phil was my first realtor for our very first house and 5 stars just doesn’t cut it, he deserves so much more. Our home presented itself with a ton of problems and dilemas that many other properties normally don’t have, and Phil made sure to take care of every issue that arose. Amazing communication and negotiation skills, legally knows his way around a contract and any possible problems that might arise down the road. Phil doesn’t just care about the present, he also cares about the future of your home. He made sure there wouldn’t be any problems down the road for us. You will not regret choosing Phil as your realtor."
Dorothy H.
Keystone Home Buyer
"Working with Phil as my realtor was a breath of fresh air. Not only was he responsive, but he also offered me advice that helped me to save thousands of dollars on the purchase of my first property. He is very knowledgeable about real estate, the laws concerning it and the counties that he works in. After working with other agents that had ultimately cost me the property I was trying to buy, I was skeptical of everyone. Phil eased my mind and gave all of the guidance and explanations that I needed along the way. He exceeded my expectations by miles and made the process feel seamless. I highly recommend Phil!"
Barb P.
Wildernest Home Seller
"Sold my condo in six days! Philip made it easy to sell my place. We kept in close contact using up-to-date apps so I always knew when there was a showing & received almost instant feedback. I could meet with him any time in person OR sign any documents online. I could be out of town and receive the same great customer service as if I was nearby. Philip knows the area, local contractors, plumbers and even HOAs to get things done since I did a major renovation. I couldn’t have done it all without him!"
Leng A.
Breckenridge Buyer
I highly recommend Philip for your real estate needs in Summit Co. Rarely have I encountered a realtor as hard-working, intelligent, patient, responsive, and friendly as Philip. He went beyond what I expected of a realtor and provided us with all the information necessary to make an informed decision to purchase, He was available, answering our calls immediately or giving us a callback within a couple of hours. If he didn't know the answer to our question, he would do the research and get us an answer or provide us with a resource to answer our questions. He's also very detail oriented, reading through contracts or HOA covenant and pointing out issues for us to focus on. We enjoyed working with him so much that we hope to keep him as a friend.
Larry K.
Dillon Home Buyer
"Philip provides outstanding service. He works with you to understand your needs and is constantly surveying the market to find properties that meet you specifications. His communication is timely and precise. During the entire process, Philip reviews the market, legislation, community and works hard to answer all of your questions. Having purchased properties around the US and globe, I would rate Philip's service as #1."
Lorrie A. & John A.
Wildernest Home Sellers
“Philip made our transaction the easiest we’ve ever experienced of the dozen homes we’ve bought and sold. He’s thorough, conscientious, prompt, detail-oriented, professional yet fun.”
Catherine D. & Nick V.
Frisco Home Buyers
"Working with Philip on the purchase of a property in Frisco was an absolute pleasure. We have worked with other Colorado realtors in the past, and none even began to compare to the quality of service we received throughout the buying process. We came to Philip with pretty strict guidelines to stay within, and he never strayed from these or asked us to consider anything out of our budget or desired neighborhoods. He was very dedicated to our search without being overbearing. Since purchasing the property, Philip has stayed in touch and has provided resources for handymen, cleaning services, and has offered to go to our property in the event we couldn't be there to deal with an emergency. We will most definitely use Philip again for our future Summit County real estate purchases!"
Sammy C. & Ivan C.
Dillon Home Buyers
"Philip was a pleasure to work with. He is incredibly informed about all things real estate. He really helped guide us to making the best decisions in purchasing our home. We wish he could have guided us on our previous two home purchases and sales as he helped us to feel absolutely confident and sure of the process at every step of the way. I really appreciated how he communicated clearly and directly with us, and was well aware of our best interest. We would definitely use him again in the future and we highly recommend him!"
Shawn G.
Keystone Home Buyer
"Philip was a true professional. I met Philip over the phone when he return an inquiry I filled out online. We live in Texas and were inquiring about a condo in keystone resort area. Philip responded quickly to the online inquiry and treated me as if I was sitting right in front of him. He was very knowledgeable about the summit area and really made me feel comfortable even though we were so far away. Philip went out of his way to work with the management companies to see when units would be available to view. He also worked with the management companies of the units we were interested in to see what the annual earning were if we decide to rent. He made himself available to check into any properties I found that I had interest. He went above and beyond and patiently did a FaceTime walk though of the unit we fell in love with. He managed ever step of the process all the way to our mobile closing. There was never a time that I didn’t know exactly where things stood and what was happening next. I highly recommend Philip for your residential needs in Summit County. Thank you Philip!"
Michael J.
Dillon Home Buyers
"Easy going and 'Colorado chill' yet professional... The best part about working with Phil was being confident that he understood exactly what we were looking for. He listened and took the time to know us, what our tastes and needs were.
Coming from another state and a totally different housing market, we weren't sure ourselves what we were looking for. Phil was knowledgeable and always available and ready to go on a house hunting adventure, to give open and honest advise and was invaluable in our search. His patience and upbeat attitude were very much welcomed during a stressful and sometimes challenging time.
Having found, with his help, the right home for us... I don't believe we will need a realtor again anytime soon... but we will always treasure having made a friend in him!"
Alyce K. & Mike K.
Wildernest Home Buyers
"Philip is not only the best Summit County realtor, but his prior background as a lawyer shows as well! He diligently went through EVERY word on the contract and patiently answered all our questions. Awesome, precise and very responsive. He made our long distance deal go smoothly, even did our walk through via FaceTime! Philip made our finding and buying our dream condo an easy and enjoyable experience. He has become a great resource and friend long after our closing. We highly recommend him!"
Kate S. & Mark L.
Wildernest Home Buyers & Sellers
"We hope you realize how much we appreciated having you help us with both the buying and selling processes. Please know that we truly felt like we couldn't have been in better hands. Your attention to detail, consideration to our timeline and knowledge of the area where we wanted to find a home made us recognize that you had our best interests in mind throughout the entire process. Thank you for your patience, unparalleled professionalism, and guidance!"
John T.
Repeat Home Buyers in Wildernest
"In the last 10 years, our family has worked with Philip Mervis on the purchase of two Summit County vacation homes. Over the years, we've worked with a lot of Realtors in different areas and can say Philip is one of the best! He strives to make every part of the process as comfortable and seamless as possible.
If you're looking to buy a home, Philip is extremely knowledgeable regarding the region and can help narrow down the best fit for your needs. Showings with Philip are a smooth & enjoyable process. He visits the houses ahead of time to make sure that everything is all set and provides buyers with handouts about each property with lots of helpful information.
Once you're under contract, Philip's attention to detail ensures the transaction will run on schedule. He has many helpful local contacts, including mortgage companies. Throughout the process, Philip goes above and beyond to be helpful. For anyone looking for a home in Summit County, we highly recommend calling Philip Mervis."
Elana B.
Wildernest Home Seller
"We have bought and sold property all over Colorado over the past 20 years. Philip provided the extra special care that made our recent sale exceptionally smooth Meticulous to detail and going above and beyond to help us, we recommend him highly! We felt like we were dealing with a friend rather than just another realtor."
Lois S.
Wildernest Home Buyer & Seller
"Philip was a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him. He was extremely knowledgeable about the Summit County marketplace and market trends. Philip helped us purchase a condo 12 years ago and he helped us sell it this year – way above our asking price! He was professional, patient and easy to work with. He was solely our advocate throughout the buying and selling process. Philip was great at communicating with us and kept us well informed at all times. He was also available to answer all our questions and worked with us at a distance. It was a breeze working with Philip and he even made the closing process super easy by scheduling it on the Front Range at our convenience. Philip went above and beyond taking care of our needs and followed through with us after the sale of our condo. He made sure a cracked window was repaired properly and took extra steps to make sure it got done. We fully trusted Philip and had a great buying and selling experience with him. I would be happy to work with him again and I recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."
Sarah T
Wildernest Home Buyer
"I was a first-time home buyer who was unsure of how to even go about buying a new home, and Philip Mervis was the perfect realtor to guide me through the process. Philip took the time to help me understand what I needed to do to get prequalified for a mortgage. Throughout the process I felt like I was in great hands. When my offer was accepted for the home of my dreams, I knew my transaction was going to be handled with a high level of expertise and that everything was going to go smoothly. There are many realtors in Summit County, and I truly felt like I had found the best who would take care of my real estate needs throughout the transaction. I would highly recommend Philip. His real estate knowledge and professionalism are exceptional."
Samara C.
Wildernest Home Buyer
"Working with Phil was a wonderful experience for our family. From start to finish, he made sure that everything was in our best interests and was able to secure our dream vacation /rental condo at a fair price in an extremely competitive real estate market. Post-closing, Phil has become a friend to the family and has looked after our property for us. He is a rare find in the real estate business!"
Marty H. & Rosemary H.
Silverthorne Home Buyers
"Phil was recommended to us by friends who had also been his clients. As we were living on the East coast at the time, our shopping trips to Silverthorne were limited, brief and needed to be highly productive. Phil's communication with us both before, during and after our trips out there was exceptional. He kept us constantly updated on listings' activity both online and through phone calls; and he took the time to preview showings himself in order to be sure that he could answer all our questions during walk-throughs. His expertise was an invaluable resource throughout our purchase and relocation experience. Now, as new residents of Silverthorne, we have benefited greatly from not only his professional expertise but his friendship as well."
Oliver L.
Wildernest Home Buyer
I would highly recommend Phillip to anyone buying or selling property in Summit County. Not only does he have the local market knowledge, legal expertise, and negotiating skill to make him a top choice, he also has the interpersonal and communication skills to make the real estate experience and transaction less stressful and more satisfying. My wife and I approached Phil to get look at a few potential properties and felt so comfortable with his knowledge and approach that we began working with him exclusively. Over the course of the next four months, he kept us informed, showed us potential places over Skype, and helped educate us on the market and his experienced perspective of pro's and con's.
Phil always went the extra mile to help us, had lots of contacts we could leverage, and kept on top of what we wanted. It was a pleasure to work with him and we would highly recommend him to all.
Brian C.
Keystone Home Seller
"It was a pleasure working with Phil to sell our ski condo. He's the perfect balance of smart, kind, but a tough negotiator. He has tons of local knowledge of the real estate markets in Summit County, which had a big impact on making our sale go very smooth."
Tim S.
Wildernest Home Buyer & Seller
"Worked with Phil to sell our condo in Silverthorne. What a great experience. He was extremely attentive and was on the ball. He turned everything around very quickly and I always felt he represented our interests very well. He truly wants to do right by you and that is something that is hard to find in the real estate industry sometimes."
Jordana A.
Wildernest Home Buyer
Phil was great to work with. Easy to communicate with and put our interests first at every turn. There was no pressure in working with him and he is extremely knowledgeable about Summit County, We connected with him randomly but couldn't have asked for a better fit. We will definitely use him again in the future.
Laura G.
Wildernest Home Seller
"We had a great experience working with Philip when we sold our condo. He was always available to answer our questions and proactively kept us on track with any upcoming events we needed to be involved with. He has a keen attention to detail and is very easy to work with. He has extensive knowledge of the area and market conditions and truly was a pleasure to work with!"
Ann K.
Wildernest Home Buyer
"Phil was the real estate agent for an owner of a property that I thought I was going to purchase. I ended up not buying that place, but because I was so impressed with Phil's knowledge and attention to detail, I chose to use him as my agent. It has been absolutely fantastic working with him, and I am now the proud owner of my dream home."
Heather H
Keystone Home Seller
Phil Mervis went above and beyond the duty of realtor. From getting the property ready to be put on the market to the closing, he was thorough, professional, and kind. Our condo was sold quickly and for more than we expected it would be sold for. We are very thankful we chose Phil!
Sammy M
Dillon Home Buyer
Philip is awesome. He acted as transaction broker for a house we bought (as we didn’t come to the table with a realtor) and was so pleasant to work with. We had never previously worked with a realtor. Now, as we search for our next home off the beaten path in and around Summit County, he is always willing to discuss all the options of renovations, what lending issues may or may not come up in terms of the house condition, comps in the area, location and access, business and investing ideas, and pretty much any other topic we have questions about! He is a wealth of information and we really value his time and energy he puts into each showing (and we’ve seen a bunch)!! We highly recommend him!
Jill V
Keystone Home Buyer
Phil has done a fantastic job for us! His attention to detail and his concern for clarity made working with him easy and enjoyable. I give him my highest recommendation!
Brian L
Breckenridge Home Buyer
Philip Mervis is a one-of-a-kind real estate agent. My wife began to look at homes in the Summit County area and quickly realized she needed someone local. Enter stage left, Philip Mervis. My wife somehow knew immediately Philip was as honest as they came and could be fully trusted and counted on to help her on her search.
Philip’s background as a lawyer didn’t exactly hurt either. Let me tell you, this man is detail oriented but never lost sight of the big picture. He was exhaustive in his research leaving no stone unturned. This coupled with significant inside knowledge of the rental market made Philip a perfect fit.
The stage was set and Philip performed to what I’d call a standing ovation. My wife found the house she wanted, Philip made sure we were both happy about it – after all, feelings are very important – and we now have a home facing Quandary Mountain, one of Colorado’s 14ers. In a nutshell, we found Philip to be wonderful and even fun to work with – he is ethically and morally rock solid, diligent and tireless in nature.
So Philip, on with the show. Continue on with your great work. We’re exiting stage right.
Michelle C
Silverthorne Home Buyer
I started working with Phil in the late spring of 2018 to help a condo in Summit County. I reside full time in Denver and didn’t have a lot of time to explore the new developments in the Summit County area. By June of 2018, we found exactly what I was looking for and went under contract in July of 2018. The property was new construction that took close to 18 months to complete.
Phil was extremely engaged the entire process and kept me up-to-date with the builder’s updates, scheduled onsite meetings with the developers agent so that I could see progress etc. This was my 1st time purchasing a pre-construction property but with Phil’s legal background; I felt very informed with regards to the contract I was signing. Phil took the time to sit down with me and go through every aspect of the contract. From beginning to end; Phil was an absolute professional and I definitely got my money’s worth!
I’d highly recommend Phil…you won’t be disappointed!
Carmen T
Wildernest Home Seller
"I would highly recommend Phil Mervis! We've worked with a lot of Realtors in different areas and can say Philip is one of the best! He strives to make every part of the process as comfortable and seamless as possible. He has fantastic people skills and has the unique ability of keeping the big goals in mind, while being attentive to details! We've purchased, as well as sold properties thru Phil Mervis. So, if you're looking to buy or sell a home, Philip is extremely knowledgeable regarding Summit County, has many helpful local contacts, including mortgage companies, and goes above and beyond to be helpful. Without reservation, I highly recommend calling and working with Philip Mervis."