J. Elmer Turner is a fifth generation Dallas-based real estate firm founded in 1898 focused on investment sales, project leasing, property tax consulting, and property management. We provide a full range of services for developers, private, and institutional investors. We are a full-service boutique company managing a variety of real estate investment portfolios committed to the clients we serve.
Five generations spanning three centuries; our goal is not just clients for life, but clients for generations. Our firm has been continuously operating for over 120 years due to our integrity and deep relationships.
Each generation has provided leadership to both the real estate industry and community through volunteer service.
The company is focused on the following property types:
- Retail
- Office
- Industrial
- Multi-family
- Investment
Main Street looking west, Downtown Dallas - 1950
Main Street looking west, Downtown Dallas - 1950
OUR HISTORY
Portrait in the 1890s
Portrait in the 1890s
Main Street looking west
Downtown Dallas - 1950
Main Street looking west
Downtown Dallas - 1950
The Dallas City Directory
The Dallas City Directory
J. Elmer Turner's signature on
the Dallas Real Estate Exchange
J. Elmer Turner's signature on
the Dallas Real Estate Exchange
John Goddard (left)
J. Elmer Turner (right) - 1900
John Goddard (left)
J. Elmer Turner (right) - 1900
After moving from Kentucky to the Wild West in Dallas, J. Elmer Turner began his real estate career in 1898. The company has continuously operated for five generations.
Portrait at age 30
Portrait at age 30
J. Elmer Turner (left) and John Goddard (right) shared an office in Downtown Dallas - 1908
J. Elmer Turner (left) and John Goddard (right) shared an office in Downtown Dallas - 1908