About 21st Century Realty LLC · Andalusia
21st Century Realty is an independent real estate brokerage based in Andalusia, Alabama, led by broker Cindy Cook (also known as Cindy Surrey). The firm has been helping buyers and sellers across southern Alabama for more than 25 years, with a home base in Andalusia and coverage that includes Covington County and the surrounding region. Agents list and sell homes, land, and vacation properties, and the office is located at 1031 East Three Notch Street.
21st Century Realty is an independent real estate company serving Andalusia and the rest of southern Alabama. According to owner Cindy Cook, she obtained her real estate license in 1991 while raising three sons as a single mother; she has since worked with buyers and sellers in South Alabama for more than 25 years, founding 21st Century Realty as her current brokerage. The firm covers southern Alabama with Andalusia as its home base and handles residential homes, land, and vacation properties. MapQuest describes the brokerage as having 'over 30 years in the industry' and serving Andalusia and Covington County, with down-to-earth agents focused on customer service. The team includes broker/agent Cindy Cook (also listed as Cindy Surrey) and associates such as Justin Stovall, who is shown with a related listing at 2020 E. Three Notch St. The brokerage's Zillow profile shows 8 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, with reviews dating from 2017 through 2021. Notable client praise highlights long-distance transactions (clients flying in from Washington state), responsiveness during quick-moving markets, and post-closing follow-up.
- In business
- Since 1991 (broker's license); 21st Century Realty has operated for 29+ years per the Alignable profile
- Owner
- Cindy Cook (also listed as Cindy Surrey)
- Serves
- Andalusia, Covington County, and southern Alabama (including nearby Florala, Opp, and Brewton)
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (8 Zillow reviews, per FastExpert listing)
About 21st Century Realty
21st Century Realty is an independent real estate brokerage located at 1031 East Three Notch Street in Andalusia, Alabama. According to the Alignable profile, the firm has been operating for '29 years and counting' and offers the same quality and friendly service clients have come to expect. Its home base is Andalusia, and it lists and sells homes, land, and vacation properties across southern Alabama. The brokerage is led by broker Cindy Cook, with additional agents serving the same region.
Owner and Origin Story
Owner Cindy Cook (also listed as Cindy Surrey on FastExpert and Zillow) wrote on Alignable that she got her real estate license in 1991 while raising three sons as a single mother. Describing a 'commission only' start, she wrote: 'I prayed to God if he would lead me I would follow and I did!' She has since worked with buyers and sellers in South Alabama for more than 25 years, and 21st Century Realty represents her current brokerage after earlier ventures.
- Founded by Cindy Cook, licensed since 1991
- 25+ years working with South Alabama buyers and sellers
- Base of operations: Andalusia, AL
Services and Property Types
MapQuest's listing describes 21st Century Realty as a full-service Andalusia real estate agency covering Andalusia and Covington County, focused on making the buying and selling process easy. The firm handles both ends of a transaction — helping buyers find homes that check their boxes and helping sellers make their homes 'approachable and appealing.' Specialties listed by broker Cindy Surrey on FastExpert include Sellers, Buyers, Residential Property, and Commercial Property, with additional work in land, vacation properties, relocation, and foreclosure. Some reviews mention the team accommodating long-distance buyers flying in from out of state (e.g., Washington) to view homes.
- Buyer's agent
- Listing agent
- Relocation
- Foreclosure
- Residential, land, vacation, and commercial property
Service Area
The firm's home base is Andalusia, Alabama, and it covers southern Alabama more broadly. Reviews reference transactions in Andalusia, Brewton, Florala, and Opp, and Cindy Surrey's FastExpert profile lists active deals in Florala and Opp as well as Andalusia. Related listings show coverage extending into Covington County and adjacent South Alabama communities.
- Andalusia, AL
- Covington County
- Florala, AL
- Opp, AL
- Brewton, AL
- Southern Alabama generally
Team and Agents
The brokerage is centered on owner/broker Cindy Cook (a.k.a. Cindy Surrey) and includes additional agents serving the same region. Cindy Cook is shown on Alignable and FastExpert as the principal. Justin Stovall is listed on a separate site as '21st Century Real Estate - Cedar Creek Realty' at 2020 E. Three Notch St., Andalusia, with office phone (334) 222-6500 and mobile (334) 343-4136, suggesting either a related branch or co-branded office. Cindy Surrey is recognized by FastExpert as a 2026 'TOP AGENT' in Andalusia with 23+ years of Realtor experience and 35 years of total experience.
- Cindy Cook (a.k.a. Cindy Surrey) — Broker / Owner
- Justin Stovall — Agent (associated office at 2020 E. Three Notch St.)
Contact and Locations
The primary office is at 1031 East Three Notch Street, Andalusia, AL 36420, with phone (334) 222-3577. A related office appears at 2020 E. Three Notch Street, Andalusia, AL 36421, with office phone (334) 222-6500. The website listed on MapQuest is https://www.21stcenturyre.com. Cindy Cook/Surrey also maintains a personal site referenced on FastExpert at cindycookrealty.com.
- 1031 E. Three Notch St., Andalusia, AL 36420 — (334) 222-3577
- 2020 E. Three Notch St., Andalusia, AL 36421 — (334) 222-6500
- Website: 21stcenturyre.com
Reputation and Reviews
On FastExpert and Zillow, the brokerage carries 8 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5. Reviews span 2017–2021 and reflect mixed but generally positive experiences: clients praise Cindy's professionalism, persistence, and 'southern hospitality,' particularly for long-distance buyers flying in to view homes. Critical reviews cite slow response times in a fast-moving market. The Alignable profile carries a small number of recommendations noting the team as home builders with no negative feedback. FastExpert additionally recognizes Cindy Surrey as a 'TOP AGENT' in Andalusia for 2026.
- 4.4/5 average across 8 Zillow reviews
- Praise for professionalism, persistence, and post-closing follow-up
- Some complaints about response times during quick market conditions
- Recognized 2026 TOP AGENT in Andalusia (FastExpert)