Anderson & the Greater Upstate · South Carolina
Stewardship over salesmanship.
I'm Andrew Lamkin — a fourth-generation Realtor serving Anderson and the greater Upstate of South Carolina. Most of my business comes by referral — the kind of trust I don't take for granted. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, you get the truth, a real strategy, and someone who follows through.
#1 in Anderson and among the top 250 eXp agents nationwide for families served — but the ranking that matters is whether yours would refer me.
About Andrew
Real estate is the family business.
Real estate has been in my family for four generations. Lamkin Properties is the same name my mother built her business with. I trained early under some of the most recognized agents in the country, and I've spent the years since guiding families across the Upstate through buying, selling, and investing.
My approach is simple: I tell clients the truth and think several moves ahead — then I put the full picture in front of you and let you make the call. I'll strategize with you openly and walk you through what I anticipate from the other side. I'm candid, sometimes to a fault, and I follow through. My faith anchors how I work: with integrity, genuine care, and stewardship of what you've entrusted to me. My wife Catalina and I are raising two daughters here in the Upstate — so to me, a home is never just a transaction. It's one of the biggest decisions you'll make, and I treat it that way.
When I say family business, I mean it.
My mom, Pam Lamkin, works alongside me full-time as my transaction coordinator — a former broker and former licensed contractor, and the reason nothing slips through the cracks. You always work directly with me; Pam makes sure every detail behind the scenes is handled, and her building background means an extra expert eye on every home.
What I Do
Three ways I serve clients well.
Selling
It starts with pricing: I bring deep comp analysis and a straight recommendation, then let you decide how aggressive to go. From there your home gets professional photography, drone, short-form video, and social content from a marketing-minded team — plus real exposure across the MLS, social media, and every local buyer network I can reach. Staging when it'll move the needle.
Buying
First home or fifth, you get more than someone to open doors. Years alongside builders and renovation clients mean I know what to look for — I'll help you get a sense of a home's condition, a ballpark on likely repairs, and flag what deserves a closer inspection. Paired with careful comping, we make sure you're paying at or below market. I'll help you move confidently when a home is the right fit, and step back clear-eyed when it isn't.
Investing
A large share of my business is with investors — well over a hundred investment transactions in. I know the numbers cold (cap rate, cash-on-cash, vacancy, repairs), and I can walk a property and estimate repairs within a tight margin, then tell you quickly whether a deal actually pencils. Buying or selling an investment property, you'll have an agent who speaks your language.
How I Work
How I negotiate
Most agents call themselves good negotiators. Here's what I actually do. Before I ever prepare an offer or counter, I'm asking the other side questions — trying to understand what really matters to them, because price is rarely the only thing on the table. Then I look for contract terms that cost you little but mean a lot to them, so we can trade our way to a better deal instead of just wrestling over the number. I think several moves ahead: I'll lay out what I expect the other side to do, what our options are, and what each one likely costs or gains — then the call is yours. The goal is always a deal both sides can live with, where you come out a little further ahead.
Where I Work
Anderson County and the greater Upstate.
I work across the Upstate — with deep roots in Anderson County, where most of my business has been, and an active presence in Greenville, Pickens, and Oconee counties. Our towns sit close together, so wherever your move takes you across the region, I can help.
Reviews
What clients say.
"Andrew brought a human element and vast negotiating skills. We have our first home, and we paid less than we planned for it, because of his good work."
"He helped us stand out in the midst of 8 other offers. The way he communicated with the seller's agent, it was as if they were friends for years — I knew we'd get our dream home."
"Andrew made sure I felt informed, confident, and supported every step of the way. I never once felt pressured or rushed — buying a first home can be intimidating, but with Andrew it was smooth, exciting, and even fun."
"Andrew and his team were fantastic with the listing and sale of my properties in Anderson County. If you're looking for an A+ Realtor with extensive experience with both houses and land, Andrew is your man."
"We were moving from four hours away with limited knowledge of the Upstate. Andrew demonstrated exceptional knowledge of the Anderson market and made the entire process smooth and stress free."
"Andrew is a top-notch agent in Anderson — professional, reliable, and highly responsive. As an agent myself, being on the other side of a deal with him is a pleasure. Highly recommend!"
"Out of four agents I reached out to, Andrew was the only one to respond — then he called and asked a ton of questions about what we were looking for. He met us on a holiday weekend, came prepared, and even brought a drone. Highly recommend."
"Andrew's extensive knowledge and experience helped our offer beat out numerous others on a beautiful, newly-remodeled home in West Pelzer. We recommend Andrew and his team to anyone buying or selling."
Let's Talk
Let's talk.
Whether you're ready to move or just weighing your options, reach out. No pressure and no sales pitch — just a straight conversation about where you're headed and how I can help.