Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Charleston, SC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
(10)
Melanie DeHaven
Carolina Elite Real Estate
23 Years of experience
45+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.02%
in Charleston, SC
$178.4M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(43)
Anthony Jamison
Keller Williams Realty Charleston West Ashley
10 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.14%
in Charleston, SC
$36.1M
All-Time Sales
$340K - $1.5M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(217)
Kandi Mangual
RE/MAX Cornerstone
16 Years of experience
155+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.32%
in Charleston, SC
$387.1M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
Martha Freshley
William Means Real Estate
18 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.44%
in Charleston, SC
$106.5M
All-Time Sales
$700K - $3.7M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
Carrie Hutto
Carroll Realty
11 Years of experience
13+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.55%
in Charleston, SC
$94.8M
All-Time Sales
$560K - $3.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(67)
Marie Pohlman
Coldwell Banker Realty
9 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.79%
in Charleston, SC
$90.6M
All-Time Sales
$350K - $4.1M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(17)
Julie Nims
Coldwell Banker Realty - Red Door Property Group
11 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.85%
in Charleston, SC
$63.5M
All-Time Sales
$480K - $3.9M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(85)
Brad Baker - SC
Realty One Group
10 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.91%
in Charleston, SC
$95.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $960K
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(50)
Melodie Smith
EXP Realty
13 Years of experience
32+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 3.91%
in Charleston, SC
$136.9M
All-Time Sales
$440K - $2.6M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(13)
Treg Monty
Carolina One Real Estate
10 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.03%
in Charleston, SC
$30.6M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $1.1M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(16)
Jeremiah Oswald
The Oswald Group - eXp Realty
17 Years of experience
33+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.15%
in Charleston, SC
$103.7M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Terry and Aimee Peterson
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Palmetto
9 Years of experience
4+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.32%
in Charleston, SC
$27M
All-Time Sales
$330K - $980K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(33)
Kenold Claude
Claude & Associates Real Estate
11 Years of experience
21+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.38%
in Charleston, SC
$45.8M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $600K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(20)
Jackie Hess
Keller Williams Charleston Mount Pleasant
7 Years of experience
10+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.38%
in Charleston, SC
$38.9M
All-Time Sales
$320K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(13)
Sean Jager
Keller Williams Realty | The JAGER Group
27 Years of experience
27+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.44%
in Charleston, SC
$36.9M
All-Time Sales
$250K - $1.2M
Price Range
50%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(68)
Amy Nienstedt
Carolina One Real Estate
18 Years of experience
40+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.56%
in Charleston, SC
$47.4M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(68)
Kathleen DiMinico
The Boulevard Company
13 Years of experience
22+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 4.68%
in Charleston, SC
$128.3M
All-Time Sales
$650K - $3.4M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Rhonda Tudor
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
22 Years of experience
15+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.04%
in Charleston, SC
$63M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $620K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Steven Ellis
Akers Ellis Real Estate
21 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.09%
in Charleston, SC
$387.1M
All-Time Sales
$790K - $7.8M
Price Range
9%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(35)
Mathew Kimes
Brand Name Real Estate
7 Years of experience
19+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.21%
in Charleston, SC
$63.7M
All-Time Sales
$290K - $1.4M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(2)
Kelly Hyatt
Carolina One Real Estate
10 Years of experience
24+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.39%
in Charleston, SC
$79.7M
All-Time Sales
$360K - $2.9M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(7)
Ashley Arnsdorff
Century 21 Properties Plus
9 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.39%
in Charleston, SC
$18.3M
All-Time Sales
$210K - $1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(38)
Rhonda Davis
Realty One Group Coastal
12 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.51%
in Charleston, SC
$71.8M
All-Time Sales
$300K - $1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(8)
Crystal Sams
The Boulevard Company
7 Years of experience
1+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 5.51%
in Charleston, SC
$7.3M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $460K
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Charleston Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$625,000
+2.50% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
73
+14 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
98.18%
+0.21% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
13.4%
-2.3% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
37.0%
-5.2% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
24.7%
-1.7% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
3.8
Realtors in Charleston
1,688
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
How We Rank Charleston Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Charleston market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
Charleston Real Estate Agent FAQs
How were these Charleston real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Charleston?
Our data covers 1,688 real estate agents serving the Charleston area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Charleston market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Charleston mean for sellers?
Charleston's median sale price is $625,000 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Charleston realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
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