Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partner in Athens, GA
Whitworth Land has served the Athens, Georgia area for over 40 years as a full-service commercial real estate firm. Our expertise spans commercial, industrial, and development land transactions, supported by deep local market knowledge and a commitment to client relationships. With generational experience from Gerry Whitworth's 1974 founding and Grant Whitworth's 2008 partnership, we combine decades of local insight with national industry engagement through organizations like the National Association of Realtors. Our team's hands-on approach ensures responsiveness and transparency in every client interaction, serving Fortune 500 companies, commercial developers, and private individuals. We maintain leadership roles in real estate organizations while prioritizing personalized service tailored to each client's unique needs.Our dual focus on commercial properties through Whitworth Land and residential expertise via Athena Real Estate Group provides comprehensive market coverage. This integrated approach allows us to address diverse real estate requirements across Northeast Georgia. Our track record includes transactions ranging from small commercial tracts to large-scale development properties, reflecting our adaptability to various client objectives. Continuous market analysis ensures we deliver data-driven recommendations that align with current conditions and future opportunities. This combination of experience, local specialization, and ethical practices establishes our position as trusted advisors in the regional real estate landscape.
Services
Commercial Real Estate
Land Brokerage
Industrial Properties
Development Tracts
Residential Development
Timberland Sales
Recreational Properties
Buyer Representation
Seller Consultation
Market Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of local Athens market expertise
- Family-owned business with generational experience
- Dual specialization in commercial and residential real estate
- Proven track record with Fortune 500 companies and developers
- Active leadership in regional and national real estate organizations
Services
Commercial Real Estate
Whitworth Land provides comprehensive commercial real estate services including property acquisition, sales, and market analysis. Our team specializes in connecting businesses with suitable commercial spaces while leveraging deep local market knowledge. Clients benefit from our extensive network and decades of experience in facilitating successful transactions.
Land Brokerage
Our land brokerage services cover diverse property types from small commercial tracts to large development parcels. With expertise in recreational, timberland, and industrial land sales, we offer tailored solutions for both buyers and sellers. The firm's generational experience ensures accurate valuation and effective marketing strategies for land assets.
Industrial Properties
Specializing in industrial property transactions, we help businesses find optimal locations for manufacturing, distribution, and warehouse operations. Our services include site selection, market analysis, and negotiation support. The team's understanding of zoning regulations and infrastructure requirements ensures efficient industrial property acquisitions and sales.
Development Tracts
We facilitate development tract transactions for residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Our services include identifying suitable development sites, conducting feasibility studies, and guiding clients through the acquisition process. With experience in large-scale land deals, we provide strategic advice for maximizing development potential.
Residential Development
Through Athena Real Estate Group, we offer residential development expertise covering land acquisition, project planning, and market positioning. Our services support developers in creating successful housing projects that meet market demands. The team provides comprehensive guidance from initial concept to final property placement.
People
L. Gerry Whitworth
Founder
Native Georgian with 50+ years in real estate. UGA graduate (BBA Real Estate, 1971). Established Athens office in 1974. Served as State President of Realtors Land Institute. Recognized expert in commercial land transactions.
Richard Grant Whitworth
Co-owner
Third-generation real estate professional. UGA Terry College of Business graduate (BBA Finance, 2001). Former Atlanta VP at Robert S. Jordan Company. Specializes in land brokerage and development. Co-owns Athena Real Estate Group for residential services.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We focus on Athens, Georgia and surrounding Northeast Georgia markets with deep local expertise.
What property types do you handle?
Our services cover commercial, industrial, land, residential development, timberland, and recreational properties.
How long have you served the community?
Since 1974, providing four decades of continuous real estate service to the Athens area.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, with generational experience since Gerry Whitworth founded the firm in 1974.
Do you offer residential services?
Through our affiliate Athena Real Estate Group, we provide residential property expertise.
What organizations are you affiliated with?
Active members of Athens Area Board of Realtors, National Association of Realtors, and Realtors Land Institute.
Reviews (2)
Sylvester -Rocky Tarver
Sep 21, 2020
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The renovations have made this place even more amazing! I have so many childhood memories and looking forward to my children having even better ones. Keep up the great work!
Almond Biscotti
Jul 08, 2019
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I like the information that can be found on the website, but have not dealt with them for a purchase, that's why the 4 star.
