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Welcome to CharterOneRealty.com, the leading destination for Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, Daufuskie Island, and Okatie real estate. Recognized as the top real estate company in the Lowcountry, we make it easy to explore luxury homes, waterfront properties, condos, and new listings across the region.

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With decades of expertise and a reputation for excellence, Charter One Realty is trusted as the #1 Lowcountry real estate company for buying and selling properties. Our award-winning agents make your real estate journey simple, seamless, and tailored to your goals.

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What’s Changing at the Gateway to Hilton Head Island? A Guide to the $125.8 Million U.S. 278 Improvement Plan
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 18, 2026

What’s Changing at the Gateway to Hilton Head Island? A Guide to the $125.8 Million U.S. 278 Improvement Plan

What’s Changing at the Gateway to Hilton Head Island? A Guide to the $125.8 Million U.S. 278 Improvement Plan For anyone considering a move to Hilton Head Island, one question tends to come up sooner or later: What is being done about traffic getting on and off the island?
There is now a much clearer…

Best Week to Buy a Home in 2026: What Lowcountry Buyers Should Know
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 18, 2026

Best Week to Buy a Home in 2026: What Lowcountry Buyers Should Know

What’s New at the Lowcountry’s Private Golf Communities in 2026?
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 18, 2026

What’s New at the Lowcountry’s Private Golf Communities in 2026?

Lowcountry Real Estate Market Update - August 2026
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By Paige Rose | September 16, 2026

Lowcountry Real Estate Market Update - August 2026

More Homes Are Hitting the Market: What Lowcountry Sellers Need to Do Differently in Fall 2026
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 10, 2026

More Homes Are Hitting the Market: What Lowcountry Sellers Need to Do Differently in Fall 2026

Charter One Realty Earns Two LeadingRE Relocation Awards
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By Paige Rose | September 10, 2026

Charter One Realty Earns Two LeadingRE Relocation Awards

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By Paige Rose | September 9, 2026

How to Choose the Right Lowcountry Community: Lorri Hunter’s Advice for Relocating Buyers

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Experience the Coastal Lowcountry of South Carolina, where waterfront living meets Southern charm. From the sun-kissed beaches of Hilton Head Island to the historic streets of Beaufort, the vibrant communities of Bluffton, life here is a perfect blend of luxury, nature, and relaxation.

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Whether you’re searching for a Hilton Head beachfront home, a Bluffton golf community property, or a Beaufort waterfront estate, Charter One Realty offers unparalleled expertise. Explore oceanfront homes, condos, villas, land, and commercial properties across the Lowcountry and beyond.

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Deb and Mike Foxley Buyers
We originally met Marisa when friends of ours used her to purchase their home in Bluffton this past February. They spoke so highly of her and how helpful she was during their move from NJ. Marissa completely understood our requirements for purchasing our vacation home. It took only two days of viewing homes with her to find our perfect spot. That is because of all the behind-the-scenes leg work and research she put into everything. She is an excellent communicator and fabulous with follow through; two important criteria for us as our primary home is in GA. In addition to every step in the buying process, once we closed, she was there with resources for every thing and every one a new resident might need to know. We highly recommend Marisa to any potential buyers! 
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Satisfied Client Fripp Island, SC
Alec Smith is absolutely amazing to deal with and should be your only choice for Lowcountry real estate. I worked with him for almost two years before we finally found a property and he was never impatient or pushy. He worked very hard to find me exactly what I was looking for even though it wasn't a really large real estate purchase. We eventually bought land instead of a home but he worked as if he was selling us a mansion. I would definitely say he is driven by relationships over paychecks. Alec is very knowledgeable of the local real estate environment and has many resources at his disposal to help you make the proper decision. He provided many other points of contact that will be helpful as we move forward with our build. I will only use Alec for any purchases I make in the Beaufort area.
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Michael Slusne, Bluffton, SC
I highly recommend Jack Menzie of Charter One Realty based on our experience selling our family home in Rose Hill Plantation. From our initial consultation through closing, Jack demonstrated exceptional market knowledge, professionalism, and dedication. He provided valuable guidance on preparing and marketing the home, communicated clearly throughout the process, and handled negotiations with skill and confidence. Jack was especially patient and attentive to my parents’ specific needs, always taking the time to address questions and requests with care. His proactive approach, problem-solving skills, and willingness to go above and beyond made the entire selling process smooth and as stress-free as possible. I am extremely grateful for his hard work and would confidently recommend Jack to anyone considering selling their home.
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Craig and Ann Hunt Beaufort, SC
Marisa (Light Cain) and Ann (Walton) are the Dynamic Duo! It Started with Marisa sending us all the latest and greatest listings for months – Then we popped into town last Sept and showed up around everywhere! They were an absolute pleasure to work with, showing us some amazing properties/communities in Beaufort, all the while answering all of our questions, educating us on the area, and genuinely caring about us and what we were looking for. When we found our dream home, they dug in handling all of the leg work, negotiation, paperwork, etc., truly making our experience of buying a house out of state as stress free as possible! If you're looking for Agents who give support, expertise, and thoughtfulness, Marisa and Ann deliver! We liked them so much we keep in touch and look forward to having them over for dinner soon!
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“Sabrina went above and beyond to ensure my relocation from NY to Bluffton would be smooth. She listened to what I thought I wanted (which were two different things) and patiently showed me many options, while being knowledgeable of the area. Sabrina diligently monitored coming soon listings and ultimately did a virtual tour for me – my home that I purchased without ever being in it myself. I was out of state and Sabrina was there for each step of the way. I absolutely trust and recommend Sabrina!”
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Margaret Sippy Sea Pines (Carolina Place)
The Reed Team and Andy Reed in particular were very efficient and helpful when we first came to Hilton Head. They made our home purchase easy and actually fun. Negotiating through closing we were led through the process with ease and confidence. After moving in they helped us in so many ways to get settled and to find our way around the area and to locate different services. Since then, we have referred friends to the Reed Team and have been pleased with the way they were treated. We always felt our friends were their friends. Thank you all for the extra effort!
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Rebecca L.
“Paul was part of a 2 person team that handled the sale of our home in Beaufort, SC. We appreciated his willingness to listen to our questions and answer them thoroughly. When he needed to get additional information he did not hesitate to do so and get back to us promptly. Paul is a down to earth kind of realtor and does not back away from the parts of the real estate process that take time and are the unseen steps that make it all work smoothly. We could not have been happier with his skills and with the result. Both my husband and I recommend Paul highly to anyone looking to buy or sell a property in the Beaufort SC area.”
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Satisfied Client Sellers - 61 Clifton Drive, Berkeley Hall
Working with Linda and Duke regarding the sale of my home was exceptional! Linda's knowledge of the local housing market, her constant communication and handling of issues as they occurred, and her overall professionalism throughout the process exceeded all of my expectations. It was truly a pleasure working with her!
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Maggie M.
"Buying a house with Cort Lifestyle Pros was like having dinner with old friends. They helped us with every step of the process and anticipated our needs. Daniel and Debbie Cort went above and beyond before, during and after our home purchase. We will definitely recommend them to anyone looking to sell or purchase a home.”
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Kevin & Robin C. – Buyers of 3822 The Preserve at Indigo Run - May 2024
Drew was recommended by friends of ours who recently purchased a home in Indigo Run, we were very happy to work with Drew and Kim. The whole process couldn't have gone smoother. I had LOTS of questions during the process that Drew and Kim did a great job of answering in a very timely manner. Drew knows the Island very well; I would absolutely recommend if you are buying or selling.
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Art Sundry
A true team approach from the first meeting through the closing. They are all excellent communicators and go far beyond what I have experienced during other residential transactions. They are without question the best real estate firm I have had the pleasure of working with. I am so happy after interviewing three local realtors that we chose H&D!
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Alina and Cezar M.
"Hiring Michelle to help us find and purchase a property was the best thing we could do in purchasing the property we wanted and liked. She is amazing, very knowledgeable, professional, kind, always available, answering all the questions we had always in a timely manner, making sure we understood the entire process. We are highly recommending her and her team! Thank you, Michelle."
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“Very pleasant experience from start to finish. Very professional throughout the process. She is also helping us out in a big way even after the transaction has concluded. Highly recommended!”
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Diana Sroufe - Fellow Charter One Realty Colleague
I first had the opportunity to work with Sabeth Biangone when she represented the buyers and I represented the sellers in a transaction. From the beginning, we worked extremely well together. We each understood who we represented and advocated for our respective clients, but we also understood that ultimately we had a shared goal—to bring our buyers and sellers together and get everyone successfully to the closing table. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to work with Sabeth in other situations, and I’ve seen firsthand how much she genuinely cares about her clients. She has a wonderful ability to reassure them, listen to their concerns and confidently guide them through the decisions that come with buying or selling a home. One experience that particularly impressed me was when Sabeth invited me to meet with clients whose Belfair home she was preparing to list. She had represented them when they purchased the property, and when they questioned whether her recommended listing price might be too low, Sabeth wanted another perspective from someone with extensive experience in the Belfair market. I thought that said a great deal about her. Her priority wasn't proving that she was right—it was making sure her clients had the information and confidence they needed to make the right decision. Sabeth and I have become friends since that first transaction, and I have tremendous respect for her both personally and professionally. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again—whether we're on the same side of a transaction or sitting across the table representing our respective clients.  
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Melody G.
Debbie and Daniel Cort are amazing! They are very helpful and walk through the whole process with you. Very responsive and there are no bad questions. I was very impressed with their knowledge of the market and their drive to find exactly what you are looking for. When it came time to make an offer they were right on top of everything and kept us in the loop of all the changes made by the sellers. I highly recommend them as they are very professional and friendly and will find you the home you are looking for.
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Satisfied Client
James [Wedgeworth] brought a lifetime of experience and knowledge to bear when selling our home. In addition, James has assembled a team of professionals around him to make the process efficient and most productive. When you hire James and his team you eliminate a great deal risk in the process
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Angela Thune 5 Blackgum Pl | Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
"This is our 2nd time working with Richard and had another excellent working experience with him! He is EXTREMELY knowledgeable about real estate in the low country and helped steer our decisions in literally every step of the way in the process of selling our home. He is reliable, trustworthy, easy to work with, very reputable and just a genuinely great guy who everyone knows, appreciates and respects on Hilton Head Island. Definitely made this whole process for us seamless and easy. Best decision to work with him again, ever. And when we sell or buy in the future, will absolutely call him immediately. He’s truly the best. Can’t recommend him enough! "
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Dan and Mary Ann Hilton Head Island
Last Spring, David [Hill] helped my husband and I find a perfect house in Hilton Head.  We started looking at houses when we were vacationing in March and ended up closing on a house in July.  David listened well to what our interests were in a house, sending us information weekly on houses that were available.  Going through the process of buying the home, we had many questions which David was always eager to answer, never making us feel uncomfortable to ask yet another question.  We would highly recommend David Hill to either sell your home or to use him to help find that perfect vacation home.
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Satisfied Client Seabrook, SC
We recently had the opportunity to work with Alec Smith on the sale of our property at Bull Point (Seabrook, SC). At every step of the process, Alec was proactive, responsive, professional and committed to getting our land sold. We are happy with his expertise and the results achieved and would not hesitate to recommend Alec.
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Lisa, Daughter of Sellers
The Elliott Team did an amazing job and deserves all the accolades and praise for their outstanding work, attention to detail, and dedication to our transaction!  I cannot express enough, my gratitude in all you have done to take care of my parents through this entire process.  Shelley, Gary & Allison did so much to make this transaction flow so smoothly...down to every last detail. I could not have asked for or picked a better team to help out...you are an amazing group!
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Matthew Gallo Buyer - 1311 Broad Street, Mossy Oaks | Beaufort SC
Mark Rushton was a great help in purchasing my first home. He helped me through the process while out of state in a different time zone. He even went as far as replacing the old refrigerator in the house himself. He knows the area and I ended up buying a house recommended by him that I was unaware of. I would recommend him as a real estate agent.
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David Renbarger Irene Benavides Hilton Head Island
My wife and I made a great choice when we selected Christina Forbis of Charter One as our realtor.  Christina has a real 'can do' spirit and knows the business and the market. She took the time to get to know us and what we were looking for in our new house.  Despite the fact that we were working in a difficult market for buyers with limited inventory, she was patient with us and eventually found the perfect house for us in our preferred neighborhood.  Christina is super easy to work with & totally rocks!  
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Judy & Geoff Corbett Hilton Head Island
We have worked with Andy Reed for 3 years. He has spent countless hours showing us homes in every neighborhood on Hilton Head, helping us to understand the pluses and minuses of each one. He was patient, he was honest, he was supportive, and he never pressured us to buy. When we did decide to buy, he explained the contract terms carefully and he handled the details. When we had questions, he returned phone calls and emails promptly. Andy was always professional, he represented us fairly and we now have a new friend.
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Lance and Sharon Sellers - 16 Prospect Lane, Berkeley Hall
Duke and Linda Delcher recently sold our home in Berkeley Hall. They were very good at marketing the home with top notch advertising and photography for the property. Their support staff at Charter One Realty was also very professional. When issues arose during the negotiations and closing, they were quick to respond.
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Greg W, Hilton Head Island
Richard was very helpful with his knowledge of contractors and other service providers on Hilton Head. When we first purchased in 2014 through the sale of home in 2020 we occasionally called him for suggestions. The providers he gave us were always timely and competitive pricewise.
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Ian S.
“Fabulous experience working with Ethan on our home sale in Beaufort. Highly recommend Ethan James as a knowledgeable and hard-working real estate professional “
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Nan & Bill The Crescent, Sellers
“Mary Williams spent countless hours dedicated to our listing. Her efforts before the home was listed, during the showing period, and especially after negotiating the contract through to the final closing proved invaluable given our rushed move. Mary is a true professional—unmatched in our 19th home sale over 59 years. Thank you, Mary Williams and Charter One Realty.”
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Ivan G. Buyer
Daniel and Debbie recently helped us buy a new home in Hilton Head, SC. They’re an amazing team! Highly recommend!!
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Jenn Shaffer Beaufort Seller
Alec did a wonderful job assisting us with selling our home. He had professional photos taken and beautiful marketing flyers and postcards created. He answered every question quickly, kept us well informed, and communicated effectively. Our house was under contract by the end of the first week on the market. We would highly recommend Alec if you are looking to sell your home.
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Jan and Chuck Kreitler
My husband Chuck and I decided to build a new home at Belfair. Given that the new home was supposed to be completed by the Fall of 2020, we had to select a realtor to sell our existing home at 45 Newberry Court. The decision was a pretty easy one as we had many friends who highly recommended that we use Diana Sroufe. Diana lives at Belfair and knows the real estate market inside and out. She recommended that we put the house on the market in the first quarter of 2020, about 6 months prior to completion of the new home. From the start, Diana worked tirelessly to help us prepare our home for sale and we had quite a bit of interest early on, including a few offers, none of which panned out. Then Covid hit and put an abrupt halt to the all-important spring selling season. Throughout this time, Diana continued to market our home and to provide positive encouragement that with patience our home would sell. As soon as the Fall hit, the real estate market took off with a vengeance. Diana became super busy with many listings, but she still made us feel that our home was the one she had listed. We finally accepted an offer in October and Diana was with us right through closing in November. We have been thrilled with Diana’s knowledge of the real estate industry and her professionalism throughout the real estate transaction process. She is also a fellow golfer and a friend. We can’t imagine using any other realtor to represent us if/when we decide to enter the real estate market in the future.
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