About Us

Really, it’s about you and us. For almost forty years, Upchurch Realty has exemplified a steadfast commitment to service, creativity and hard work for each and every client. Upchurch Realty is dedicated to understanding a client’s individual real estate needs and providing an exceptional buying or selling experience. Each unique client is at the center of the process, and superior service is delivered with insight, innovation, and integrity. Realizing your dream for living is our goal.

Get to Know Us: Company Background

In 1958, the late Charles L. Upchurch, II launched his real estate career, and on July 1, 1974, Upchurch Realty became operational under his direction. With impeccable work ethics and a vision of future growth, he purchased the Coldwell Banker franchise in 1982.

Charles L. Upchurch III, Charles L. Upchurch II, and Sandra Popham

Charles L. Upchurch, III came on board in 1986 and now serves as President/Broker. In keeping with family tradition, he has reinforced the high principles on which the company was founded.

Charlie attended UGA and worked for an industrial firm before joining Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty. He has worked in every phase of the company's operation and purchased the company from his father in 1998. He has continued to maintain the legacy and vision set by his father since his father's passing in October of 1999. He proudly serves the Athens area through his work in a variety of civic and professional organizations.

Sandra Popham joined the company in 1974 and, as Residential Sales Manager, has been an integral component to the company's growth and prosperity. Her skills as a leader and motivator have been vital to the quality of service the company offers.

Today Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty is proud to have over 90 full-time residential agents, 10 commercial agents, and 12 staff members and interns. Their superior real estate services include: Residential Sales and Service, Residential Subdivisions, Extensive Referral and Relocation Network through Cendant Mobility Services, Resales, New Construction, Commercial Sales and Leasing, Industrial Property, Farms and Land, and Site Analysis and Design.

Charles L. Upchurch, III President/Owner

Looking back over the years since its inception, the company has consistently been a forerunner in the real estate industry in the Athens area, the state of Georgia and the southeast region. A member of Coldwell Banker's International Chairman's Circle and in the top 100 in the nation for all Coldwell Banker Affiliates in 2004, 2005, and 2006, Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty has also been voted "Best Real Estate Company" in the Athens Banner-Herald Readers' Choice Awards for 2003, 2004, and 2005. The awards won by Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty and its agents on the local, state and national level are unsurpassed.

The company's motto, "Expect the Best", assures customers and clients that excellence and productivity are the Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty way of life, and reiterates strong beliefs in client/customer commitment and a true dedication to the real estate profession.

This is the Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty mission statement:

• To be the premier, full service, real estate brokerage company in the area by providing the highest quality service to buyers and sellers.

• To be profitable and successful by helping our agents be profitable and successful.

• To achieve market dominance by attracting and retaining superior real estate professionals.

• To lead our sales associates to success by providing a work environment that leads to a sense of belonging, pride and teamwork.

• To contribute to the positive growth and development of our community.

• The Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Systems
  
• The Most Professional Ongoing Support
  
• The REALTORS Code of Ethics

So, for all your real estate needs,
Call the Professionals at Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty!

You can "Expect the Best" from the #1 Real Estate Company in the Athens area!