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"The Real Deal with Ally Bills" So you want to buy a house in Charleston?

  • Writer: Ally Bills
    Ally Bills
  • Jul 14
  • 2 min read

Updated: Jul 15

Here's the real tea on how to buy a house in Charleston. Let's cut through the noise, shall we?

keys to your new home

Buying a home in Charleston isn't just about square footage or school zones, it's about lifestyle. It's about standing barefoot on the porch at sunset with a glass of something chilled in your hand, knowing this is your slice of the Lowcountry.


But here's the tea: If you've relying on Zillow screenshots and half-hearted agent responses, you're doing it wrong.


This market is layered. Inventory moves fast, and what you see online is often just the tip of the iceberg. The best homes? They're often gone before they hit the public market. Off-market deals, agent-to-agent whispers, and deep neighborhood intel are the name of the game.


Here's what you actually need:

  1. A strategy session before you even see a house. You wouldn't go into a job interview without prepping, right? This is bigger. Let's map out your goals, your vibe, your budget, and your must-haves.

  2. A guide who lives and breathes this market. I know which streets get ocean breeze and which flood. I know the coffee shop that's about to raise property values. I know what buyers regret after they move in -- and how to make sure that's not you.

  3. A buyer's agent who's not afraid to get scrappy. I dig. I negotiate hard. And I don't believe in just "putting in an offer" I believe in winning.


And listen... I'm not here to sugarcoat it. Buying in Chareston can be competitive. But if you're clear, bold, and work with someone who knows how to open the right doors? You're golden.


Charleston is a place where charm meets strategy. And your home search deserves more than a templated MLS link. Let's do this the right way.


Ready to stop swiping and start moving? Book a consult with me today.


260-437-9968 | AllyBills@Serhant.com


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