Meet Zeke Riddle
Dedicated to Guiding You Home in Irmo, Lexington & Beyond
About Zeke Riddle
Welcome to your trusted resource for real estate in Irmo, Lexington, and the greater Columbia area. With a genuine passion for connecting people with their perfect homes, Zeke Riddle is dedicated to providing exceptional service and delivering outstanding results.
At Coldwell Banker Premier, Zeke has built a reputation as a knowledgeable, approachable, and highly effective real estate professional. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, you can count on Zeke to guide you through every step of the process with confidence and care. From the first consultation to closing day — and beyond — he’s here to make sure your experience is seamless, successful, and truly satisfying.
Zeke’s Story
Rooted in the heart of Irmo and Lexington, Zeke Riddle’s real estate practice was built on a deep understanding of the challenges buyers, sellers, and investors face in today’s market. With years of experience and a genuine dedication to his clients’ success, Zeke has become a trusted partner for families and individuals throughout the greater Columbia area.
Driven by a commitment to excellence and personalized service, Zeke combines local expertise with proven strategies to deliver outstanding results. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a long-loved property, or exploring investment opportunities, you can count on Zeke to guide you every step of the way — with care, clear communication, and your best interests always at the forefront.
As Featured in Real Producers Magazine – October 2024
Zeke T. Riddle: Combining Knowledge and Heart in the Columbia Real Estate Market With over 32 years of combined experience in real estate and mortgages, Zeke T. Riddle is a respected Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty’s Lake Murray Irmo Office. After a successful career as a Regional Vice President at Wells Fargo, Zeke transitioned into real estate in 2007 and has been proudly serving the Columbia market ever since.
Giving Back to the Community
Zeke doesn’t just serve clients — he serves his community. His volunteer work includes:
- Men’s Ministry team at church
- Ambassador for Every Man A Warrior
- Annual BBQ fundraiser for Sharing God’s Love in Irmo
One of Zeke’s most powerful stories involves helping a client facing divorce and foreclosure — ultimately securing her and her children a new, stable home. It’s moments like these that define Zeke’s calling.
A Proven Track Record
Built on relationships, integrity, and results
Nearly 800 homes sold
Over $9.5M in volume last year
Life Beyond Real Estate
Zeke and his wife Lori have been married for over 32 years. They love to travel, explore the outdoors, and spend time with their children, Camille (marketing) and Tucker (mechanical engineering student). Zeke also enjoys off-roading in his Land Rover and hiking the Appalachian Trail — a dream he’s steadily working to complete.
Favorite Quote
Philippians 4:6–7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Education
The University of Alabama
B.A. 1992
Mortgage Industry
My first job out of college was with Transamerica, a finance company.
From that position I moved into the consumer mortgage industry,
serving first as a loan officer for a local mortgage company. I was
recruited and hired by by First Union, at the time a leading wholesale
lender, to serve as an account executive. In that role, I developed my
career, moving around the southeast and eventually reaching Charlotte,
NC, where I was a Regional Vice President with Well Fargo, responsible
for hiring and training account executives serving mortgage clients in
NC, SC, and the greater Atlanta area.
Real Estate
In 2007, I began my real estate career, with a move to Lexington, SC. I
started as a Realtor with Century 21, where my personal brand
“GoldStandardZeke” was born. The name stuck and as I have worked with
different real estate companies in our market, I have continued to grow
my business and my knowledge of the industry to provide my clients with
gold standard service. I served as a Broker with ERA for three years, and
then returned to the role of agent in 2012. In 2016, I joined Coldwell
Banker Realty. Coldwell Banker is the leading real estate company in the
world, and offers its agents and their clients the best resources, support
and network available in the industry. As full time real estate
professional, I am dedicated to my career and to the experience that my
clients have. It is my job to guide clients through every step of the
process, whether they are buying or selling or both, and to bring to the
table every resource at my disposal to ensure their experience is as
smooth and successful as possible. I have been privileged to help more
than 700 clients, with most of my business coming from personal
referrals and repeat clients. In the past several years, I have had the
incredible honor of helping the children of past clients with the purchase
of their first homes.
Century 21 Rookie of the Year 2007
Century 21
Broker with ERA
I served as a Broker with ERA for three years, and
then returned to the role of agent in 2012.
Joined Coldwell Banker
In 2016, I joined Coldwell
Banker Realty.
Platinum Award 2016-2019
Central Carolinas Realtors
Association
International President’s Circle
2016-2023
Coldwell Banker Realty
Diamond Award 2020-2024
Central Carolinas Realtors
Association
2021 Top 1 % of Coldwell Banker
agents Worldwide
Coldwell Banker Realty
2022 Top 5% of Coldwell Banker
Agents Worldwide
Coldwell Banker Realty
International Diamond Circle 2024
Coldwell Banker Realty
The Icing on the Cake
Buying a home is a big deal — and Zeke believes it should be celebrated like one. That’s why every client who buys a home with Zeke receives a home-made cake at closing as a personal thank-you.
It’s a small gesture that represents something bigger: Zeke’s commitment to making your real estate journey feel just as meaningful as the destination. Whether it’s your first home or your fifth, Zeke’s goal is to make the entire experience one worth remembering — and celebrating.
