Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Huntsville, AL
Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties is a locally owned and operated real estate firm serving North Alabama since October 1985. Our firm specializes in historic properties, luxury homes, and residential real estate, with principals boasting over 60 years of combined experience in the industry. As a family-owned business extending into its second generation, we maintain deep ties to Huntsville's historic and space-age communities while prioritizing client needs through personalized service.Our commitment to integrity and community stewardship has preserved architectural heritage through participation in Historic Huntsville Foundation initiatives. With affiliations including National Association of REALTORS and Whos Who in Luxury Real Estate, we combine local expertise with national resources to serve sellers, buyers, and relocating families across Madison County.
Services
Selling Your Home
Buying Your Home
Historic Properties
Luxury Properties
Relocation Services
Transition Services
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of combined real estate experience in North Alabama
- Our firm specializes in historic property preservation and sales
- We provide personalized relocation and transition services
- Our family-owned business extends to second-generation professionals
- We maintain active community involvement through historic preservation initiatives
Associations and certifications
- National Association of REALTORS
- Alabama Association of REALTORS
- Huntsville Board of REALTORS
- National Trust for Historic Preservation
- Huntsville/Madison County Better Business Bureau of North Alabama
Services
Selling Your Home
Our trained associates provide expert home selling services including pricing strategy, marketing, and buyer matching. With deep local market knowledge, we offer personalized representation to maximize property value. Our proven track record includes successful sales in Huntsville's historic districts and luxury markets.
Buying Your Home
We specialize in matching buyers with properties that meet their specific needs. Our agents provide comprehensive market guidance and community insights. From historic homes to modern luxury properties, we facilitate smooth transactions with personalized support throughout the buying process.
Historic Properties
As charter members of Historic Huntsville Foundation, we offer specialized expertise in historic property transactions. Our team understands preservation requirements and has facilitated numerous sales in designated historic districts. We connect buyers with properties that maintain architectural integrity and historical significance.
Luxury Properties
Through Whos Who in Luxury Real Estate membership, we provide access to premium properties and national resources. Our agents handle high-value transactions with discretion and market expertise. We represent distinctive homes across North Alabama's most desirable neighborhoods and estates.
Relocation Services
We support individuals and corporations with seamless relocation solutions. Our services include market analysis, property search, and transition coordination. We maintain specialized knowledge of Huntsville's unique community needs for incoming and outgoing residents and businesses.
People
Richard Van Valkenburgh
President/Owner
With over 30 years in real estate, Richard received the 2005 Alabama REALTOR of the Year award. His expertise spans historic preservation and luxury property transactions. He maintains deep community ties through civic leadership roles.
Nancy Wilkinson Van Valkenburgh
Managing Broker/Owner
A charter member of Historic Huntsville Foundation, Nancy brings extensive experience in community development. She serves on multiple civic boards including First United Methodist Church leadership. Her focus remains on ethical real estate practices.
Sarah Lauren Kattos
REALTOR
A third-generation real estate professional, Sarah specializes in residential transactions. She holds ABR, CRS, and GRI designations. Born and raised in Huntsville, she provides local market expertise to clients.
Lizzy Chandler
REALTOR
As Director of Marketing, Lizzy combines third-generation real estate knowledge with modern marketing strategies. She specializes in property promotion and client relations. Her family legacy spans multiple generations in the industry.
Juliana Kattos Wohlcke
REALTOR
An eighth-generation North Alabama native, Juliana focuses on residential transactions. She brings three generations of real estate experience to her client services. Her local knowledge spans both historic and modern housing markets.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve North Alabama, including Huntsville and Madison County, with expertise in both urban and suburban markets.
Do you handle historic property transactions?
Yes, we specialize in historic properties with principals who helped establish Historic Huntsville Foundation.
What real estate services do you offer?
We provide home buying/selling, luxury property representation, relocation services, and transition assistance for major life changes.
Are you a local company?
Yes, we've been locally owned and operated in Huntsville since 1985 with deep community connections.
Do you have luxury property expertise?
Yes, through our Whos Who in Luxury Real Estate membership and extensive high-end market experience.
How can I get started with buying/selling?
Contact us at (256) 539-0505 or visit our website to download free home buying/selling guides.
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