FOUNDER, ECHELON PROPERTY GROUP
Taylor Sherwood
Founder of Echelon Property Group, specializing in Austin luxury homes, commercial real estate, land and ranch properties, development opportunities, and private off market representation.
BIOGRAPHY
Meet Taylor
Some agents pick a lane. Taylor Sherwood built a practice on refusing to.
For more than a decade, Taylor has worked the Austin market from every side of the table: luxury residences in Barton Creek and Westlake, multifamily and commercial assets, raw land and ranch acreage, and development deals most residential agents would not know how to underwrite. That range is not a marketing claim. It is the product of more than eleven years and over $125 million in closed transactions across nearly every property type Central Texas offers.
The through line is an investor's discipline. Taylor built his reputation, and the Investor Broker identity that follows him across platforms, on the idea that every property is an asset first. A homestead in Tarrytown and a twenty four unit multifamily deal deserve the same rigor: real comparables, honest underwriting, and a clear-eyed read on where the market is going rather than where it has been. Clients hire him for advice that survives contact with a spreadsheet.
That discipline shows up most in the work fewest people see. A meaningful share of Taylor's business happens off market: private sales for owners who value discretion, quiet acquisitions for buyers who cannot find what they want on the MLS, and land assemblages that only come together through relationships. Austin's most interesting real estate rarely gets a yard sign.
Echelon Property Group grew out of that practice. Founded by Taylor Sherwood and brokered by eXp Realty, the firm was built to deliver institutional grade analysis with boutique level attention, whether the assignment is positioning a three million dollar residence, marketing a development tract, or advising an investor on a first acquisition. The philosophy is simple and unfashionable: tell clients the truth, put the numbers on the table, and protect their position like it is his own.
PRACTICE
Areas of Expertise
Luxury Homes
Strategic pricing, positioning, and discreet marketing for Austin's finest residences.
Commercial Real Estate
Multifamily, retail, and owner user assets, underwritten like an investor because your broker is one.
Land & Ranch
Acreage, ranches, and rural holdings across Central Texas, from feasibility to closing.
Development
Site selection, entitlement strategy, and disposition for builders and developers.
Investment Properties
Acquisitions and dispositions built on real underwriting, not listing photos.
Off Market Representation
Private sales and quiet acquisitions for clients who value discretion.
TRACK RECORD
By The Numbers
Years in Austin Real Estate
Career Sales Volume
Homes Sold
JOURNAL
Latest Market Intelligence
NEIGHBORHOODS
Austin ISD vs Eanes ISD: 7 Key Factors to Evaluate Before You Buy
By Taylor Sherwood · 14 MIN READ
URBAN PLANNING
Austin Zoning Changes Explained: What Property Owners and Investors Need to Know
By Taylor Sherwood · 15 MIN READ
NEIGHBORHOODS
8 of the Best Austin Suburbs to Buy Real Estate in 2026
By Taylor Sherwood · 14 MIN READ
APPROACH
Client Philosophy
Most of the industry is optimized for transactions. Taylor Sherwood optimizes for outcomes, and the difference shows up in the first conversation. Clients get candor over comfort: a real pricing discussion backed by data, net proceeds math before a signature, and an honest read on timing even when the honest read is wait.
Every engagement starts with strategy. A listing gets a preparation plan, a positioning thesis, and a negotiation posture before it gets a sign. An acquisition gets underwriting, not enthusiasm. The goal is never to win the listing or force the deal. The goal is to be right, because clients remember who was right.
The relationships run on a long horizon. Taylor's clients work with him across market cycles, asset classes, and stages of life, from a first home to a portfolio. They get discretion when it matters, straight answers when it counts, and direct access to Taylor rather than a hand off to a team member they have never met.
CLIENT EXPERIENCES
Trusted by Buyers, Sellers, and
Investors Across Austin
Real experiences from clients represented across Austin's most competitive neighborhoods.
“After a failed listing experience I was hesitant. Taylor showed me exactly what went wrong before and what he would do differently. That honesty earned my trust, and the sale.”
Cameron Miller
Seller Client
Sold in Northwest Hills
“Taylor made selling our Barton Creek home seamless. His market knowledge and marketing strategy brought us multiple offers above asking within the first week.”
James & Sarah Mitchell
Seller Client
Sold in Barton Creek
“Taylor was fantastic to work with! He really understood what I was looking for and showed me great options that fit my specific criteria. When I was ready to make an offer, he helped things move quickly to meet a tight closing date. I've already recommended Taylor to my friends!”
Meredith Taylor
Buyer Client
Purchased in Austin
“From staging to close, every step was handled with professionalism and care. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. We'd recommend anyone thinking about buying or selling in Austin to call Taylor first.”
Katherine & Robert Ellis
Seller Client
Sold in West lake Hills
“Taylor's deep understanding of Austin's investment landscape helped us identify a property that exceeded our return expectations. His analysis was institutional-grade and his negotiation saved us significantly on the acquisition.”
David Chen
Investor Client
Investment Property, Austin
“Taylor's knowledge of the Austin luxury market is exceptional. He knew the comps, the trends, and which streets were commanding premiums before we even asked.”
Chris and Anne Brown
Seller Client
Sold in Tarrytown
“Taylor was incredible to work with! He's knowledgable, responsive, and genuinely cares about getting the best results for his clients. The entire process was smooth and stress-free. You can tell he really loves what he does and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! Highly recommend him to anyone buying or selling in Austin.”
Yaniv Dotan
BUYER & SELLER CLIENT
Purchased and sold in Barton Creek
AFFILIATIONS
Professional Affiliations
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Taylor Sherwood?
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Taylor Sherwood is an Austin, Texas REALTOR and the founder of Echelon Property Group, a luxury and investment real estate practice brokered by eXp Realty. He has more than a decade of experience and over $125 million in career sales across luxury residential, commercial, land, and investment transactions.
What areas does Taylor Sherwood serve?
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Taylor serves the greater Austin area with a primary focus on Travis County, including Barton Creek, Westlake, Tarrytown, and central Austin, along with Williamson and Hays Counties, the Lake Travis corridor, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, and Horseshoe Bay.
What types of real estate does Taylor Sherwood specialize in?
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Taylor works across luxury homes, commercial real estate, land and ranch properties, development opportunities, and investment properties, along with private off market representation for both buyers and sellers.
Is Taylor Sherwood a licensed REALTOR in Texas?
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Yes. Taylor holds an active Texas real estate license, TREC #734520, and practices under the eXp Realty brokerage as founder of Echelon Property Group.
What is Echelon Property Group?
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Echelon Property Group is an Austin based luxury and investment real estate practice founded by Taylor Sherwood. The firm represents buyers, sellers, investors, and developers across residential, commercial, and land transactions in Central Texas.
How does Taylor Sherwood price a luxury home in Austin?
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Pricing starts with data: closed and competing comparables, absorption in the specific submarket, and a net proceeds analysis so sellers see the actual outcome of each pricing scenario. Positioning and preparation are set before the property ever reaches the market.
Does Taylor Sherwood handle commercial real estate?
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Yes. Taylor represents buyers and sellers of multifamily, retail, flex, and owner user commercial assets, with full underwriting including rent rolls, operating statements, and stabilized return analysis.
Can Taylor help me buy or sell land or ranch property?
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Yes. Taylor represents acreage, ranch, and rural land transactions across Central Texas, including feasibility, utilities, access, and entitlement considerations that determine what a tract is actually worth.
What is off market representation?
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Off market representation is the private sale or acquisition of a property without public marketing. Taylor runs discreet processes for owners who value privacy and sources unlisted opportunities for qualified buyers through a network built over more than a decade in Austin.
Does Taylor Sherwood work with real estate investors?
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Yes. Investment work is core to the practice, from single acquisitions to portfolio strategy, including value-add underwriting, 1031 exchange timelines, and fix and flip partnerships.
What should sellers expect when listing with Taylor Sherwood?
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Sellers get a strategy before a signature: a pricing analysis, a preparation and marketing plan, and clear expectations for timeline and negotiation. Communication is direct and ongoing through closing.
What is it like to buy a home with Taylor Sherwood?
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Buyers get honest evaluation of every property, including the ones to walk away from, along with negotiation grounded in comparables and condition rather than emotion. For luxury and off market searches, Taylor also sources properties that never reach the public market.
How do I schedule a consultation with Taylor Sherwood?
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Call or text 512-661-3843, email taylor@echelonpropertygroup.com, or use the consultation form on this site. Consultations are confidential and carry no obligation.
CONTACT
Work With Taylor
Whether you are selling a luxury home, sourcing an investment, or exploring an off market opportunity, the first conversation is simple and confidential.
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