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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.

Start your property search today at CharterOneRealty.com and experience why so many call us the top choice for Hilton Head, Bluffton,  or Beaufort real estate.


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Charter One Realty Earns Multiple 2026 Lowcountry’s Best Real Estate Honors
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 21, 2026

Charter One Realty Earns Multiple 2026 Lowcountry’s Best Real Estate Honors

Charter One Realty Earns Multiple 2026 Lowcountry’s Best Honors Community recognition carries a different kind of weight.
Charter One Realty is proud to celebrate multiple honors in the 2026 Lowcountry’s Best Readers’ Choice awards, including Tom Reed, Broker-in-Charge of Charter One Realty, being named…

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

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
Paige Rose
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
Paige Rose
By Paige Rose | September 10, 2026

Charter One Realty Earns Two LeadingRE Relocation Awards

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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.

Browse our community pages to discover Hilton Head real estate, Bluffton homes for sale, and Beaufort listings. Looking globally? Our Luxury Real Estate Network connects you to exclusive properties worldwide.

Whether searching for homes, villas, condos, homesites, land or commercial property, you will find it all on our website featuring Hilton Head Island Real Estate, Bluffton Real Estate, Beaufort Real Estate, and luxury properties around the world.

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Satisfied Client Beaufort, SC
I have been involved in many real estate transactions in my life and have dealt with many realtors over the years. I have to take the time to write this review (I haven’t in the past) because of how terrific Alec [Smith] was from the start to the finish and even the follow up. His local knowledge of waterfront property is impressive to say the least. He got a premium for my home on waterfront and I attribute that to his expertise. Alec helped me with home improvements to maximize the value of my home. Everything from recommendations of contractors to driving over (on his free time) to check on the work being done while I traveled for work. I was beyond grateful to have him working to sell my home. Alec presented me with several ideas to market my home to get the best bang for the buck as well. I was impressed with his outside the box ideas and his commitment to my home. There were times where I wondered how in the world is this guy even making money on my transaction with the effort and time he put forth. My home sold several weeks ago and he has called me several times after the fact to make sure I was happy with how everything went and to see how I was currently doing. Unbelievable! The job was done and closed and he still took the time to see if I was satisfied and if things were going well. I’ve seen that ever before in a Relator. Absolute professional!
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David Nesselroad - Hilton Head Buyer 45 Queens Folly Road 654
Simply outstanding from start to finish! Sabrina did a great job finding and showing us the perfect unit. Most importantly, she excelled with all the follow-up details. Buying a second property can be challenging, but Sabrina made the entire process easy and stress-free. We needed assistance with handyman services and insurance, and she provided several excellent options to choose from on the island. She also helped with setting up the condo, which was a tremendous help. Nicely done, Sabrina! Thank you again for all your hard work and support.
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Roy Prater - Seller Seascape Villas, Hilton Head Island
Excellent to work with very informative and helpful in selling my condo!
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Bud and Marise Kuhlke Hilton Head Island
Christina has been our realtor for the past five years. We were searching for the “perfect spot” at Hilton head and she helped us find a lovely one! She was very patient during our long search of properties.  She was always available, courteous, and professional. Christina went above and beyond what would be expected by a real estate agent. Bud and I appreciate her help and recommend Christina highly!
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Renee W. Hilton Head Island
Daniel & Debbie Cort were great to work with! We live out of state and were able to quickly find a condo on Hilton Head Island that met our needs for a great price. They used video chat for a walkthrough and very responsive to any questions. Highly recommended and will work with them for our next property!
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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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Lisa B. Berkeley Hall Buyer
"Matt and Kara [Raehn] are excellent real estate agents. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and understand how to solve problems. They are true professionals and I recommend them without reservation."
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The Toebbe Family Bluffton
Donna & I would like to thank you Jack Menzie for the professionalism he provided to us in buying our new home. Jack there every step of the way and his insights helped us tremendously. His knowledge of the local market made our house hunting more enjoyable and stress-free. I would strongly recommend to anyone looking to buy a home to utilize Jack's services. Thanks again!!!
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Isamar Ramirez
Julianne Clark helped myself and my husband find a home and close within a month and a half !! She was so helpful and worked with us long distance until I was able to get to the state where I was buying. Julianne made sure to always address my concerns and put our needs first in the process of buying our home. Julianne is also very familiar with the low country and has given us the best information about the area. My favorite experience buying my first home! Many laughs exchanged and a lot of questions answered!
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Seller of 185 Bull Point Drive Seabrook, SC
Alec was great from the start. Knowledgeable of the area and the local market, which was a huge plus since I live out of town . I was confident and trusted his experience and guidance through the sale of my Bull Point Plantation lot; he is very active and involved. If you need a realtor in Bull Point or in Beaufort, give Alec a call!
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The Clark Family 14 Queens Way Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
“Sabrina worked very hard for my wife and I. We bought our home remotely, and she helped us throughout the process. She was there for the final walk-through and inspection, and she took care of arranging and coordinating with local contractors. I highly recommend her if you need a realtor.”
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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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Derrick B.
With Cort Lifestyle Pros we found exactly what we needed to make our coastal home a reality. Debbie and Daniel were perfectly patient during our five year search, and then turned on a dime to go to contract and closing in less than thirty days. Both have been a pleasure to work with before, during, and after close. Would not make another low country real estate decision without them. 
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Jonathon J. HHI Condo Seller
We recently listed our vacation rental condo with Shelley and Gary, and it was a fantastic experience! We were kicking around the idea for a while and decided to test the water since it seemed like prices might have been going up and we figured we would see what happens. We talked to Shelley and Gary a bunch as we were deciding whether to list the unit or not, and they were incredibly helpful with all the information that they provided. Through that whole process we felt like they just wanted us to do what was best for us and we didn't feel any pressure at all to list it now as opposed to waiting. Shelley and Gary just gave us the facts with regard to current and recent listings and sales and stood behind us no matter what we decided. Ultimately, we decided to try the market for this unit, and it worked out better than we could have hoped! Throughout the entire process, the communication from Shelley and Gary was great. They made sure that we knew exactly what to expect from the process/next steps/etc...and whenever we had any questions, they were right on top of things. We have done a number of real estate transactions over the years and this experience was by far the smoothest and most pleasant one that we have had thanks to Shelley and Gary! Looking forward to the next one!
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Patrick Crovo
Matt and Kara were outstanding throughout our home search. Since we were planning to re-locate to Bluffton, SC, their local knowledge, patience, and guidance were incredibly valuable. They took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for, answered every question, and never made us feel rushed or pressured.Their professionalism, responsiveness, and friendly approach made the entire process smooth and stress-free. They helped us find the right property and made us feel confident every step of the way. I would highly recommend Matt and Kara to anyone looking to buy a home or property in the Bluffton/Hilton Head area!
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Blair Streitenberger
Michelle is such a pleasure to work with. She helped me in selling my condo and we 'beat' the average time on market by months. She is attentive and patient, knows the real estate market broader landscape and makes great suggestions on strategy for selling. Listens to every question without judgment and always has thoughtful answers. Without complaint she will jump in and handle anything that you may not know to do (she personally organized my condo for me for my pictures - which came out great). She appreciates her clients deeply and shows it through dinner cruises and gift baskets. 10/10, 5 stars, never use another realtor!
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James O.
“Terrific job following through on leads and helping make sure all the presentation details were perfect. Sabrina takes an interest in you as a person and continues to communicate and stay in touch even after the sale is done!”
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Satisfied Client Beaufort, SC
Excellent experience from pricing through the presentation of the property. Enjoyable, straightforward, professional, and highly satisfactory. Would highly recommend Alec Smith's services.
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Julianne helped us with buying and selling our Beaufort home and she was fabulous. Even in a tough market, we were contingent within a month. She was great to work with and I would highly recommend her if you are looking for a realtor in the Beaufort area!
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Satisfied Client Saint Helena Island, SC
Terrific local knowledge! Even better negotiating skills! I will absolutely be using Alec Smith in my future real estate transactions. He was very detailed and organized.
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J. Holton Lady's Island, SC
Alec did an outstanding job assisting with the purchase of a vacant lot on Lady’s Island. It is the ideal location for me to look at developing in the future. Alec was patient with listening to my wants and desires for the lot and took the time to review everything about the lot with me. His negotiating skills helped to secure the lot for the price I was willing to pay. Alec and his family will forever be considered friends and I know I will be working with Alec again in the future.
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Christine C.
Debbie and Daniel Cort are great at what they do! The are very patient and I would highly recommend them if you are considering buying a property, they are very knowledgeable. We love our new place.
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Terri F. Hilton Head Island
Debbie and Daniel Cort are hard-working and dedicated to the community in and around the Hilton Head area. They are diligent in selling and finding homes for their customers. I contacted them to sell my home, hoping to put it on the market in November, and it was sold by the end of November. I was hesitant because it was a lifestyle change I was not sure about, but I put my trust in Debbie and Daniel, and they advised me through each step of the process. They answered every call and question that I had. Debbie and Daniel are great listeners, and they made suggestions that I followed, which made the process less stressful. Debbie and Daniel are kind and patient, and they make selling and buying homes a positive experience.
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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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Kathryn Sun City Seller
I have moved many times in my life, many real estate agent were good, some not so good, but I never experienced a GREAT agents until Shelley and Gary Elliott of Charter One Realty. They went above any expectations I had in helping me get my house “show” ready to list, they helped me manage my two kitties to keep them safe during showings, they helped me dispose of belongings I did not want to move to my next home, and they arranged for a clean up after I had moved out. This was a difficult move because I am now older and alone. Shelley and Gary were always there to help me and support me with anything that came up. I can't praise them enough!
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Jonathan McFadden Hilton Head Lakes - Buyer
I purchased a beautiful home in South Carolina and it wouldn't have been possible without Krista's help. She's amazing!! Super insightful, a joy to work with and made an experience I was dreading, a fun time. I feel like I have the best Realtor in SC and a new friend.
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Satisfied Client
When it came time to sell our property we did our research and interviewed multiple top agents. We selected Chip and his team based upon his reputation of performance, his knowledge of the local market, his marketing expertise, and his communication style. Despite being out of state sellers, we always felt that we were a priority. There were multiple hurdles through the selling process and Chip was by our side negotiating on our behalf and providing constant communication. Again, as out of state sellers Chip was able to provide peace of mind and was able to guide us to a successful closing. We would highly recommend Chip and his team.
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Jim and Pat - Belfair Sellers Bluffton, SC
There are rare, but special, times in life when a professional contact becomes a trusted friend.  Five years ago, Sabeth Biangone helped us find a community and a home, shepherded the myriad details of a long-distance house purchase, and defended our legal contract against a seller's agent who tried to start a bidding war.  When it became time to sell, she expertly guided us through pricing, timing, and presenting our home to its best advantage.  The result was a quick and easy sale.  She is professional but fun to work with, no-nonsense but sympathetic, tireless and generous with her time, and unfailingly available and supportive.  Our meeting years ago started with a random phone call to Charter One Realty, and we are so lucky that she’s the one who answered the call. Jim & Pat, 51 Lexington Drive, Belfair
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Jody Thaller Beaufort, SC
Alec [Smith] is a true professional realtor. He's very knowledgeable about the Low Country/Beaufort area and has great suggestions for service providers. We had a few challenges. But, Alec was a great communicator who kept us informed and guided us along the way. He was by our side giving encouragement during the whole process. Alec goes above and beyond what one should reasonably expect from their realtor. We highly recommend working with Alec.
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Bruce and Lynn H. – Buyers of 60 Carnoustie Rd #978 – July 2024
We finally made our dream of owning a home in Hilton Head come true! Drew Butler made the process not only smooth but enjoyable. His professionalism and knowledge of the area is unmatched. Living in Ohio, it took a few trips over the years to finally find the right property at the right time and Drew was always helpful, patient, and attentive. No one could ask for more from a realtor. Working with Drew was a true blessing!
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