Qualifying Broker - South Central Alabama
Russ Wilkerson is a dedicated land specialist, qualifying broker, and real estate expert who embodies the South Central Alabama lifestyle. As the founder of BamaLandPro, Russ has built his reputation on a simple premise: knowing the land, living the lifestyle, and putting clients first. With professional expertise and deep roots, Russ specializes in the valuation, marketing, and sale of premium hunting tracts and recreational timberland. He focuses particularly on the Patsaliga River basin and the historic Black Belt region, and large-scale poultry operations statewide.
What sets Russ apart isn't just his real estate license; it’s his decades of boots-on-the-ground experience. Having spent a lifetime immersed in row-crop farming, poultry production, and advanced wildlife conservation management, he speaks the language of the land. Whether you are an investor looking for productive timberland or a family seeking the perfect recreational retreat, Russ provides the data-driven market insight and practical knowledge required to make a confident investment in Alabama dirt.
A family approach to real estate is a family calling. Partnering with his wife, Melanie, an accomplished residential expert and agent, the duo offers a seamless, full-service experience. From sprawling rural acreage to the perfect small-town home, Russ and Melanie combine their unique strengths to guide clients through every chapter of their real estate journey. Community, conservation, and country—the rural lifestyle is a privilege to be shared. On their family farm in Crenshaw County, he and Melanie dedicate their spare time to hosting, sponsoring, and guiding outdoor adventures for physically challenged individuals and youth. This passion for stewardship and helping others is at the very core of who Russ is. When you work with Russ, you aren’t just hiring a broker; you are partnering with a neighbor who believes in integrity, hard work, and the community values that define #TheSmallTownWay.