Lydia Franz
Commercial Division Leader, Century 21 J Carter & Company
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Specializing in Investment and Commercial Properties in South Alabama and the Fl
Phone (251) 978-6160
Specializing in Investment and Commercial Properties in South Alabama and the Fl
Specialties
Investment Sales Broker, Tenant Rep
Property Types
Hospitality, Industrial, Land, Office, Retail, Flex, Sports & Entertainment, Specialty, Multifamily, Health Care
Markets
Mobile, Pensacola
Languages
English
Bio
Lydia A. Franz is a seasoned professional in the commercial real estate industry, with over two decades of experience as a licensed realtor in Alabama and Florida. Currently serving as the Senior Advisor for the Commercial Division at Century 21 J Carter Co, Lydia specializes in the acquisition, development, utilization, and disposition of commercial real estate and business opportunities in the Gulf Coast area.
Throughout her career, Lydia has led numerous successful projects, including office renovations, parking expansions, retail developments, RV park developments, and residential conservation subdivisions. Her expertise spans site selection, contract negotiations, permit expediting, communications management, and loan draw submissions. Lydia has also worked on high-profile projects such as Tom Thumb C-Store & Car Wash and various retail and fast-food developments across Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Daphne, Foley, and Santa Rosa Beach.
Lydia’s professional experience includes serving as the Commercial Division Leader at RE/MAX of Orange Beach from 2008 to 2023 and holding leadership roles such as Chairman of the Commercial MLS Committee in Baldwin County in 2021. She has also contributed to the University of South Alabama’s Masters in Real Estate Program as a Dream Team Panelist and actively participated in fundraising events for the Children’s Miracle Network.
Her educational background includes completing the prestigious CCIM designation, with coursework in site selection, resort market forecasting, and agricultural land brokerage. She also holds certifications in NRA Range Development and Management and has completed a Real Estate Program at Faulkner Community College.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Lydia is passionate about flying small planes, landscape gardening, photography, art, land development, travel, and recreational marksmanship. Her diverse interests and extensive experience make her a dynamic and dedicated advisor in the commercial real estate industry.
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