Our History

CB-Emmanuel Realty is determined to
make a positive impact on our
properties, ensuring their viability and
affordability for generations to come.

CBE was founded by R. Christopher Bramwell Jr and Benathan Upshaw in 2005. Our team is composed of diverse professionals with expertise in real estate finance, construction management, architecture, urban planning, and property management consulting. Since our founding we have worked to increase affordable housing opportunities in transitioning communities.

CBE is certified as a MBE by the City and State of New York.

CBE breaking ground
2005 CBE
CB Emmanuel formed
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First Non-Tax Credit project
2009 CBE
First tax credit project


2010 CBE
First LIHTC rehab project completed

2011 CBE
First ground-up construction project

2013 CBE
CB expands to Upstate NY


2017 CBE
First Senior Housing project converted

2018 CBE
Raised First Private Real Estate Fund

2020 CBE
Closed First Faith Based Ground Up Venture + First Supportive Housing Project
2005
2009
2010
2011
2013
2017
2018
2020
2005 CBE
CB Emmanuel formed
+
First Non-Tax Credit project
2009 CBE
First tax credit project


2010 CBE
First LIHTC rehab project completed


2011 CBE
First ground-up construction project


2013 CBE
CB expands to Upstate NY


2017 CBE
First Senior Housing project converted


2018 CBE
Raised First Private Real Estate Fund


2020 CBE
Closed First Faith Based Ground Up Venture + First Supportive Housing Project
2005
2009
2010
2011
2013
2017
2018
2020

Let’s do important
work together