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All2025 (5 Homes)
5.0
We recently had the pleasure of working with Phyllis Elsner from Refin to sell our home in the Southern Maryland area, and we couldn’t be more impressed with her professionalism, market expertise, and genuine care for our family’s needs. From our very first conversation, Phyllis took the time to understand not only the facts of our property—its location, unique features, and recent upgrades—but also the emotional value it held for us. She walked us through a clear, step-by-step marketing plan that immediately put our minds at ease. Phyllis’s knowledge of the Southern Maryland suburbs is unparalleled. She provided a comprehensive comparative market analysis, recommended a competitive yet realistic listing price, and offered thoughtful suggestions for minor staging enhancements that made... Show More
House seller closed May '25
10355 Stewards Chance Ln, White Plains, MD
10355 Stewards Chance Ln, White Plains, MD
$526K • 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2287 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
4.5
Phyllis is a true realtor in every sense. She’s extremely knowledgeable in the areas she serves and will stay on top of things from start to finish. Phyllis is a true expert in her field and truly cares about her clients as well as all parties involved.
5.0
Working with Phyllis Elsner on the purchase of my new home was an absolute pleasure. Her professionalism, knowledge, and dedication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. 1 I highly recommend Phyllis to anyone looking for a top-notch real estate agent.
House buyer closed Apr '25
47931 Piney Orchard St, Lexington Park, MD
47931 Piney Orchard St, Lexington Park, MD
$325K • 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 1640 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis was awesome start to finish, she went over and above helping us prepare the house for market.
House seller closed Feb '25
3520 Smithville Dr, Dunkirk, MD
3520 Smithville Dr, Dunkirk, MD
$601K • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2689 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Feb '25
1985 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, MD
1985 Grays Rd, Prince Frederick, MD
$590K • 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 1600 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
2024 (11 Homes)
5.0
Phyllis was awesome to work with, she was like family, patient very helpful. Great ideas. Listen to me. I could call her at any time.
House buyer closed Nov '24
37792 Apache Rd, Charlotte Hall, MD
37792 Apache Rd, Charlotte Hall, MD
$440K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1344 Sq. Ft. • New construction
5.0
Phyllis is an amazing agent! We bought our current house with her help, and loved her so much, we asked her to help sell our old house! (Full priced offer in only 6 days!) She is very quick to respond, answer questions, and we always felt confident in her advice.
5.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Oct '24
1845 Candlelight Ct, Owings, MD
1845 Candlelight Ct, Owings, MD
$880K • 6 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 5148 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis guided us through every step. Phyllis is very knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions. Phyllis made this process much easier.
House seller closed Sep '24
6675 Pomfret Rd, La Plata, MD
6675 Pomfret Rd, La Plata, MD
$410K • 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2327 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
5.0
I've used Phyllis 3 times and I'm planning on using her a 4th time! Very professional and knowledgeable about your real estate needs! I would definitely recommend her to a friend or acquaintance
5.0
If I could give her 100 stars I would. Phillis is such a sweet person and such a great realtor. She understood my needs very quickly and accommodate me thru the process. Shen knows the area well and very resourceful. I can’t thank her enough! I enjoyed working with her and definitely recommend her. I love her!
House buyer closed Aug '24
1921 Wild Turkey Trl, Huntingtown, MD
1921 Wild Turkey Trl, Huntingtown, MD
$630K • 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 2973 Sq. Ft.
5.0
Phyllis is one of the loveliest, most positive and patient people we have ever met! She worked with us for over three years to find the perfect house, and never made us feel we were imposing on her time. When she finally saw the perfect home, she reached out to us immediately and guided us skillfully through the process of bidding, negotiating and closing. We are thrilled with our new home and consider Phyllis a friend for life. You won't find a better realtor!
5.0
It was a great experience I bought and sold with her she was super to work with
House seller closed Jun '24
20401 Monte Carlo Ln, Lexington Park, MD
20401 Monte Carlo Ln, Lexington Park, MD
$540K • 5 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 3022 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
From the moment we began our house-hunting journey, Phylis Elsner stood out as a beacon of professionalism and expertise. Her knowledge of the real estate market is unparalleled, providing us with invaluable insights that guided our decision-making process. Phylis’s patience was a calming force in what can often be a stressful endeavor. She took the time to understand our needs, never rushing us, and always making herself available to answer our questions, no matter how trivial they seemed. Her friendliness made every interaction a pleasure. She greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel like family, which turned the daunting task of buying a house into a delightful experience. Above all, Phylis’s professionalism shone through in every aspect of her work. She handled every situation... Show More
House buyer closed Apr '24
1917 Constitution Dr, Saint Leonard, MD
1917 Constitution Dr, Saint Leonard, MD
$640K • 5 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 3544 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is terrific!! She was always on time for our appointments, was knowledgeable about the STR laws, and very pleasant to be around.
2023 (14 Homes)
5.0
Very pleased with the progress extremely easy to work with thanks for your help
House buyer closed Nov '23
50295 Malone Bay Ct, Dameron, MD
50295 Malone Bay Ct, Dameron, MD
$650K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1721 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
I am an investor that has bought many homes. Phillis is probably the best realtor I have used. She is knowledgeable, prompt, professional and low pressure. I really felt she put our best interest above all else. She was especially knowledgeable about waterfront property regulations, septic issues, and erosion concerns. She was also just very pleasant to work with.
House buyer closed Sep '23
12662 Cheyenne Ln, Lusby, MD
12662 Cheyenne Ln, Lusby, MD
$462K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 2312 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis she very nice she follows you up to date to make sure everything is fine she is the best agent so faa
House buyer closed Sep '23
1405 Canadian Geese Ct, Upper Marlboro, MD
1405 Canadian Geese Ct, Upper Marlboro, MD
$532K • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2705 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis went above and beyond. She’s very knowledgeable about the area we were interested in. She was very accessible and responsive. She and the Redfin Team really made the whole process easy.
House buyer closed Aug '23
8707 C St, Chesapeake Beach, MD
8707 C St, Chesapeake Beach, MD
$1.43M • 4 Bed, 5.5 Bath, 3860 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
We felt like Phyllis was truly our advocate through the whole process.
5.0
She’s an outstanding agent. She’s thorough, dedicated, knowledgeable, and timely. You cannot ask for more from an agent. I recommend her without reservations.
House buyer closed Aug '23
40454 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD
40454 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD
$850K • 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2728 Sq. Ft.
5.0
Phyllis goes above and beyond to try and help you find the property you want!
Land buyer closed Jun '23
5475 Hardesty Rd, Sunderland, MD
5475 Hardesty Rd, Sunderland, MD
$145K • 3.5 Bath, 3478 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
PHYLLIS HAS A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF KNOWLEDGE AND WAS ALWAYS AVAILABLE.
House buyer closed May '23
8900 Margaret Ct, La Plata, MD
8900 Margaret Ct, La Plata, MD
$530K • 6 Bed, 4 Bath, 2411 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is a super nice and knowledgeable professional! She helped me look for and find the perfect home for my mother. She showed me numerous houses over three years and gave me great advice on each. Phyllis is great at helping people find the right home for them.
Condo buyer closed Apr '23
23140 Cobblestone Ln #101, California, MD
23140 Cobblestone Ln #101, California, MD
$145K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 952 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
We have worked with Phyllis 3 times now and she is exceptional. Incredibly hard working on our behalf, super professional, always willing to go the extra mile and so experienced- she knows exactly what strategies to take to ensure deals go through. We'd use her every time and recommend her highly to anyone looking for a property in southern Maryland and beyond!
House buyer closed May '23
1817 Hoffmaster Rd, Knoxville, MD
1817 Hoffmaster Rd, Knoxville, MD
$583K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 2268 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is our trusted real estate agent and advisor. Phyllis is always prompt, thorough, and responsive and we get the key info as soon as she gets it. She provides experienced professional advice when asked and our Real Estate decisions have been successful in part just because we partnered with Phyllis.
Condo buyer closed Apr '23
316 Burnside St #508, Annapolis, MD
316 Burnside St #508, Annapolis, MD
$530K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 768 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis has been amazing throughout the entire process! She was extremely helpful and answered the many questions was had as first time home buyers. She definitely does her homework on homes before meeting you for a tour and just overall has an abundance of knowledge on the process/homes in general. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home!
House buyer closed Mar '23
39425 Summitt Hill Dr, Mechanicsville, MD
39425 Summitt Hill Dr, Mechanicsville, MD
$377K • 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 1524 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is not only a great realtor she has become a friend. She was always looking out for US and not just wanting to make a sale. She was universally available in showing us homes over a 6 month period and never pressured us to buy anything. Paperwork was taken care of without issue on multiple offers. We are now moving into our dream home, with the only regret being that we won't be able to tour homes with Phyllis any longer.
5.0
Ms. Elsner has been outstanding from start to finish. She made me very knowledgeable about how the market works. She was always available if I had any concerns or questions. We formed a good bond. I truly think her and if I was to buy another home, I surely will give her a ring. Thank you again Ms. Phyllis.
2022 (12 Homes)
5.0
She is a nice person and very friendly, very patient and understanding, helpful and knowledgeable of what she is doing we are happy to have her as our Agent
5.0
Phyllis was a real find... just like the house she just helped us purchase! The house was listed by Redfin. After the open house we used the Redfin app to contact an agent and were matched with Phyllis. It was a perfect match since she was super knowledgable about waterfront properties and Calvert County in general. She provided an impressive CMA and expert guidance through the entire purchase process. We look forward to seeing her again when we take occupancy of the house and would DEFINITELY work with her again without question. Thanks Phyllis!
5.0
Amazing customer service, response time, and thoroughness.
5.0
The best realtor on the eastern shore and southern Maryland 😎
5.0
Phyllis was our benevolent guide in our home-buying journey. She helped us navigate a rather difficult market and a failed contract but, ultimately, we found our perfect home. All thanks to Phyllis!
House buyer closed Aug '22
24931 Briscoe Thompson Way, Hollywood, MD
24931 Briscoe Thompson Way, Hollywood, MD
$395K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1568 Sq. Ft.
5.0
Not only a knowledgeable agent but a personable friend in our transactions. Always ready to offer information, help and buying opportunities. She deserves her "10" rating and then some!
Condo buyer closed Aug '22
13824 Reef Way #301, Solomons, MD
13824 Reef Way #301, Solomons, MD
$399K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1600 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
One of the best Agents We’ve worked with!
Land buyer closed Aug '22
13055 Guy Washington Road, Newburg, MD
13055 Guy Washington Road, Newburg, MD
$160K • 4.5 Bath, 6872 Sq. Ft. • New construction
5.0
Phyllis was beyond exceptional, professional, knowledgeable and very patient the past two years helping us find the right land to build our dream home. We would highly recommend her!!
House buyer closed Aug '22
Caruso Homes On Your Lot (on Parcel A-27.3701 Ac N Si Of Mill Run Rd,, Mt. Victoria, MD
Caruso Homes On Your Lot (on Parcel A-27.3701 Ac N Si Of Mill Run Rd,, Mt. Victoria, MD
$1.05M • New construction
5.0
Excellent, answer all our questions. Very helpful in the search.
Townhome buyer closed May '22
64 Clydesdale Ln, Prince Frederick, MD
64 Clydesdale Ln, Prince Frederick, MD
$430K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 2957 Sq. Ft.
5.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Mar '22
47158 Powhatan Ct, Lexington Park, MD
47158 Powhatan Ct, Lexington Park, MD
$405K • 3 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 3028 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Feb '22
8490 Chesley Dr, Lusby, MD
8490 Chesley Dr, Lusby, MD
$385K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 1920 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Aside from professional, Phyllis is patient, compassionate, and thoughtful. She provided support at every step of the home-buying process, which, for an inexperienced homebuyer, can be overwhelming. She was also consistently available by phone and email to provide a quick response to questions, advice on various concerns, and encouragement when needed. Phyllis puts considerable effort into her work, but, more importantly, she puts considerable effort into her relationships with her clients, getting to know them, understanding what they need, and following through with helping them achieve their goals. I would highly recommend her.
2021 (18 Homes)
5.0
Customer chose not to leave public comments.
House buyer Offer Not Accepted Dec '21
15 Nutwell Rd, Lothian, MD
15 Nutwell Rd, Lothian, MD
$825K • 4 Bed, 4 Bath, 3510 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
4.5
Phyllis has the heart of a teacher. She is patient and a true advocate for her client. She is top notch in realty selling knowledge, explaining processes and looking out for the buyers best interest. Phyllis was always looking for ways to help us in the process and keep more money in our pockets. We already know who we are calling for our next move.
Townhome buyer closed Dec '21
121 Polo Way, Prince Frederick, MD
121 Polo Way, Prince Frederick, MD
$360K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 2185 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
We highly recommend Phyllis. As first time home buyers she was very attentive and informative. She answered all of our questions throughout the process and we learned a lot from her as well. She paid close attention to what type of home we were looking for and the area as well. She stuck it out with us even when we were feeling discouraged during the summer. We feel lucky to have had her as our agent.
House buyer closed Dec '21
3225 Smiths Retreat, Chesapeake Beach, MD
3225 Smiths Retreat, Chesapeake Beach, MD
$490K • 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 2862 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis was fantastic. She was incredibly responsive when we reached out, and went the extra mile for us by calling the local government and our inspection company to advocate on our behalf. During the inspection and closing, she asked questions we wouldn't have thought to ask. We couldn't have asked for a better representative of our interests. Thank you, Phyllis!
5.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Sep '21
8545 Saint Andrews Dr, Chesapeake Beach, MD
8545 Saint Andrews Dr, Chesapeake Beach, MD
$455K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 1968 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
4.5
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Sep '21
3641 10th St, North Beach, MD
3641 10th St, North Beach, MD
$371K • 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1032 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is great! This is our 2nd time working with her and she is so knowledgeable, patient and hard-working- definitely highly recommended!
House buyer closed Sep '21
4005 9th St, North Beach, MD
4005 9th St, North Beach, MD
$455K • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2142 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is the best agent I have ever met so far, and I have seen probably more than 50 houses in different areas and made offers on 2-3. I met Phyllis on a house tour with Redfin. She is so knowledgeable on the local market, and gave me a lot of good advice on the condition and structure of the houses. Every time when I toured with her, she was so prepared that she would print out the house information and handed it to me. She would even introduce the neighborhood to me, like where is the closet park, where to do groceries and where are the best schools are. I couldn't think of anything else she could do better, she is just the best! I made an offer on one of the houses we toured, but was not happy about the inspection result. Phyllis helped me analyze the situation, and negotiated... Show More
House buyer Offer Not Accepted Aug '21
9706 Wild Fire Ln, Owings, MD
9706 Wild Fire Ln, Owings, MD
$590K • 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 3427 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer • Multiple offers
5.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Aug '21
12947 Huron Dr, Lusby, MD
12947 Huron Dr, Lusby, MD
$275K • 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 1938 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis was knowledgeable, personable and professional. She guided us through the process every step of the way and we are so appreciative. I would highly recommend working with her!! 10 out of 10!
House buyer closed Aug '21
271 Cape Saint John Rd, Annapolis, MD
271 Cape Saint John Rd, Annapolis, MD
$610K • 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 1798 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer
5.0
Phyllis is an involved and diligent realtor. She is also wonderful to work with, from looking at homes through to settling on a home. I am very thankful for all the help and information she gave or helped me find throughout the process. I would highly recommend Phyllis Elsner for helping a seller or a buyer.
House buyer closed Jul '21
601 Walton Rd, Huntingtown, MD
601 Walton Rd, Huntingtown, MD
$410K • 5 Bed, 3 Bath, 1874 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
I cannot express how grateful we are to have had Phyllis as our Agent. She is kind, patient, knowledgeable and an all around wonderful person. At no point did we ever feel we were alone through this process. Phyllis ensured that our stress levels remained low and graciously guided us through the ends and outs of each home we looked at. Her recommendations were on par for what we wanted in a home and because of her leadership through the process
House buyer closed Jun '21
3831 Whippoorwill Ln, White Plains, MD
3831 Whippoorwill Ln, White Plains, MD
$425K • 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 3146 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis was incredible. She knows SO MUCH about every little detail of the homes around here. Really a pleasure to work with.
House buyer closed Jun '21
3604 11th St, Chesapeake Beach, MD
3604 11th St, Chesapeake Beach, MD
$334K • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 1120 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
4.0
Customer did not leave review comments.
House buyer closed Jun '21
6641 Greenhill Ct, Huntingtown, MD
6641 Greenhill Ct, Huntingtown, MD
$572K • 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 3940 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis was with us every day in this journey, from the first house tour providing clear facts and figures, guiding the offer creation and financing issues, to the closing just one month later, helping us through final inspection and ensuring settlement went smooth. We had never met her before that first house tour. We miss her already as homeowners!
Condo buyer closed Apr '21
Annapolis, MD
Annapolis, MD
$275K • 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 486 Sq. Ft.
5.0
Phyllis- is amazing. From start to finish she was so kind, communicative and informed. She helped make the entire process of buying a joy and we'd definitely recommend her!
5.0
Words cannot capture how great Phyllis was to work with. I looked at houses at odd times of the day and when there was snow and ice on the ground but Phyllis was always just as insightful and happy. When I locked onto the area I wanted to move into, Phyllis made sure I knew of every listing that was on the market. Phyllis went above and beyond with looking into items and features I had questions about as well as the community I was interested in. Given the market and how quickly homes moved, she worked with me to make sure a competitive offer was made on the home I couldn't see slip away. Will and would recommend her to anyone. Never slow to get back to me and ALWAYS kept me in the loop. A gem if there ever was one.
House buyer closed Mar '21
4012 Woodrow Ln, Bowie, MD
4012 Woodrow Ln, Bowie, MD
$425K • 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 1512 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
One of the most helpful, kind and caring person I have ever met. She went WAY over and above expectations in helping us find a home. She works on your behalf 24/7 with great enthusiasm. We are happy to consider her a great friend!
House buyer closed Jan '21
12029 Palisades Dr, Dunkirk, MD
12029 Palisades Dr, Dunkirk, MD
$555K • 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2327 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
2020 (5 Homes)
5.0
Excellent and very patient professional.
Townhome buyer Offer Not Accepted Dec '20
931 Perry Landing Ct, Annapolis, MD
931 Perry Landing Ct, Annapolis, MD
$435K • 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2479 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis has been the best agent we have ever worked with. We closed a week ago and she is still helping us. I have already recommended her to others that are looking. ABOVE AND BEYOND, detailed, responsive, fantastic personality, she is the best!
House buyer closed Dec '20
700 Coybay Dr, Annapolis, MD
700 Coybay Dr, Annapolis, MD
$685K • 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 4963 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis is very knowledgeable about houses and Calvert County. She was an architect, and her knowledge of buildings is extensive. She answered all of my questions.
House buyer Offer Not Accepted Dec '20
1050 Lord Cecil Dr, Owings, MD
1050 Lord Cecil Dr, Owings, MD
$410K • 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2497 Sq. Ft. • Multiple offers
5.0
Phyllis was absolutely amazing. She was the calm amidst the storm. We could not have made it through this process without her. We recommend her without reservation. She is the best agent with whom we have ever worked. Almost makes us want to buy another house!
Townhome buyer closed Nov '20
8609 Addison Bridge Pl, Chesapeake Beach, MD
8609 Addison Bridge Pl, Chesapeake Beach, MD
$568K • 3 Bed, 3.5 Bath, 1978 Sq. Ft.
5.0
Phyllis had always gone above and beyond for us. She genuinely cares for her clients and makes every effort to put families in the right homes. She is very knowledgeable and provided valuable advice.
House buyer closed Oct '20
301 Kims Way, Huntingtown, MD
301 Kims Way, Huntingtown, MD
$631K • 4 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 4494 Sq. Ft. • First-time buyer • Multiple offers