Jim Enholm is a distinguished real estate professional who first sought solace in the welcoming embrace of South Padre Island in 1979 after his father set roots in Texas with a successful investment property in the local region. Although raised amidst the California surf, it wasn’t long before Jim realized that the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico were to play home to his enduring future. During South Padre Island's early days, before its booming transformation into a year-round tourist hub, Jim tread the path of industrious resilience, dividing his time between the service industry, serving tables at local eateries, and honing his craft as a carpenter.

His discernible ingenuity journeyed beyond these realms when, in 1990, Jim co-founded a custom boatbuilding business and successfully operated it for nearly 20 years. Post the closure of this venture, an enticing opportunity arose that had Jim assume the management of the Sea Ranch Marinas in South Padre Island and Port Isabel, a position he has passionately held for over 15 years. While at the marina, Jim's natural aptitude for real estate became increasingly apparent as he frequently interacted with potential clients, of whom he would at the time, refer to a fellow colleague who ultimately inspired him to secure his own real estate license.

Heeding the advice of his colleague around a decade ago, Jim has been serving client’s real estate needs on the island, in Port Isabel, Laguna Vista and surrounding areas ever since. When Jim heard that his familiar acquaintances, Kori Marra and Tony Altermatt, were building a NextHome office, he knew it was an opportunity he couldn't pass up. Valuing the NextHome ethos of "people before houses”, coupled with the firms supportive environment among brokers and agents, Jim swiftly embraced the chance to be a part of a movement where this unique, client-centric philosophy mirrored his own approach to providing exceptional real estate solutions for many years to come.





As a staunch advocate for learning, Jim regularly enrolls in continuing education courses to stay up to date on the latest industry trends and regulations. His community-minded approach also sees him actively involved in local business circles, such as serving on the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Commerce and being a member of the Islanders committee, where he welcomes new chamber members and organizes notable events for the city at large.





Jim’s long-standing affiliation with South Padre Island has not only enriched him with extensive knowledge of the area's properties and their unique intricacies, but moreover, wisdom and experience he happily shares to help clients find their ideal investments or dream homes. While the tides of time may have shifted away from his past surfing hobbies, they have also given rise to other leisurely pursuits. These days, Jim enjoys golfing, seasonal hunting, reading, cooking culinary delights for his wife and friends, and indulging in local music, including live performances by his friend and fellow agent Rennetta Silva and her band "Toby Beau”. Moving with the island's vibrant tempo, Jim Enholm continues to be a beacon of light in the local real estate community, illuminating the path for those seeking to make this island their own sanctuary as well.