Business Details
Trusted Real Estate Agents in Charleston, SC
Choice Realty is a full-service real estate brokerage firm dedicated to delivering exceptional service across residential, commercial, and investment properties. With offices in Charleston and Hartsville, South Carolina, we leverage our expertise in real estate sales, property management, and investment advisory to serve clients in the Lowcountry and Pee Dee markets. Our team combines diverse professional backgrounds in finance, construction, and retail with advanced certifications like CCIM to provide data-driven insights and strategic negotiations.We prioritize client partnerships, ensuring transparency, reliability, and personalized attention throughout every transaction. Our integrated marketing strategies, including pre-listing inspections, professional photography, and nationwide network collaborations, maximize property exposure. Rooted in core values of integrity and accountability, we focus on long-term client relationships and community engagement, making us a trusted choice for real estate needs across South Carolina.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate
Property Management
Investment Advisory
Tenant Representation
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in residential and commercial real estate.
- Our integrated marketing strategies maximize property exposure across national platforms.
- We provide tailored client-focused solutions with transparent communication.
- Our team holds advanced certifications like CCIM for data-driven market insights.
- We specialize in property management services that preserve and grow investments.
Associations and certifications
- CCIM Network
What people say
Exceptional personal attention
Expert market knowledge
Smooth transactions
Reliable communication
Effective marketing
Services
Residential Real Estate
Choice Realty specializes in residential real estate transactions, including single-family homes, vacation properties, and land. We guide buyers and sellers through every step, from pricing strategy to closing. Our agents leverage local market insights and advanced tools to ensure competitive pricing and seamless deals. With a focus on personalized service, we cater to diverse needs, from first-time homebuyers to luxury property investors.
Commercial Real Estate
We provide comprehensive commercial real estate services for tenants, landlords, and investors. Our expertise spans office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use properties. We negotiate favorable lease terms, identify investment opportunities, and market properties to maximize returns. With access to the CCIM Network, we deliver data-driven insights for informed decisions. Whether buying, selling, or leasing, our team ensures efficient transactions aligned with business goals.
Property Management
Choice Realty's Property Management division oversees residential and multifamily properties to preserve value and generate income. Services include tenant screening, maintenance coordination, rent collection, and financial reporting. We prioritize tenant satisfaction and proactive communication to minimize vacancies. Our team ensures compliance with local regulations while protecting property investments. Clients benefit from stress-free ownership and consistent returns, backed by decades of management experience.
Investment Advisory
We offer strategic investment advisory services to optimize real estate portfolios. Our team identifies distressed properties, facilitates off-market deals, and provides market analysis for acquisition or divestiture. By leveraging a network of qualified buyers and sellers, we secure discounted opportunities for investors. We specialize in maximizing returns through renovation, rent optimization, and timing market shifts, ensuring long-term portfolio success.
Tenant Representation
Choice Realty advocates for commercial tenants to secure cost-effective leases without out-of-pocket expenses. We analyze market data to negotiate savings of 20%+ on office, retail, or industrial space. Our services include site selection, lease term evaluation, and landlord negotiations. We focus on aligning space requirements with business needs while reducing financial burdens, making us a trusted partner for corporate real estate solutions.
People
Jonathan C. Lee
CCIM, Founder
With over $60 million in transactions, Jonathan leads commercial and investment services. A former CBRE account manager, he brings expertise in multifamily, office, and retail properties. He serves on the Hartsville BNI and Summerville Planning Commission.
Susan M. Lee
Vice President, Property Management
Susan oversees property management for homes and multifamily units across Charleston and Pee Dee markets. She ensures tenant satisfaction and owner communication, serving relocated, military, and investor clients with over 15 years of experience.
Allison Johnson
Licensed Real Estate Agent
Allison specializes in investment properties and serves Hartsville clients. Co-owner of DNA Pressure Washing, she combines business experience with community involvement, offering personalized guidance for homebuyers and investors.
Elizabeth Thomas
Licensed Real Estate Advisor
Elizabeth, a Clemson graduate, has facilitated over 50 transactions in Hartsville. Known for her energetic approach, she focuses on client relationships and interior design expertise to enhance property value.
Futrella McNeill
Licensed Real Estate Advisor
A former registered nurse, Futrella combines empathy with real estate expertise. She prioritizes client needs, offering personalized service in residential transactions while contributing to community outreach programs in Hartsville.
Questions
How do I start the home buying or selling process?
Contact Choice Realty to schedule a consultation. We'll assess your goals, provide market analysis, and guide you through pricing, marketing, or search strategies tailored to your needs.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Charleston, Hartsville, Florence, Summerville, Darlington, and surrounding South Carolina regions, covering both the Lowcountry and Pee Dee markets.
Do you offer property management services?
Yes, our property management division handles residential and multifamily investments, including maintenance, tenant relations, and financial reporting to preserve asset value.
What is your approach to commercial real estate?
We provide tenant representation, lease negotiations, and investment opportunities for commercial properties, focusing on cost savings and strategic market positioning for businesses.
How do you market properties?
We use professional photography, aerial drone imaging, pre-listing inspections, and nationwide marketing networks to maximize property exposure and attract qualified buyers.
Are you available for urgent real estate inquiries?
While we don't offer emergency services, our team provides prompt communication during business hours to address urgent client needs and transaction timelines.
Reviews (6)
Catherine Goeller
Jun 09, 2020
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Jonathan and Susan were extremely helpful, honest, and professional in getting our property ready to sell, determining a strong listing price, and guiding us through the contract process. I would absolutely use them again for property management or for the purchasing or selling of property in the Charleston area.
Senior Advocate
Oct 17, 2018
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I would run from this company. I used this company for over 4 years to mange my property due to the fact that I was out of state. They allowed the tenants to trash the unit. It was truly the worst experience! I had a hole In my ceiling. When the tenants moved out and I put the property in someone elses hands they left my door open and the keys on the counter. Highly unprofessional. Good luck of you use them as your property manager.
Michael Paul
Sep 27, 2018
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Jonathan was great to work with! He made the process of finding a new office space smooth and easy. He did everything he said he would do, when he said he would do it. He went WAY above and beyond to make sure we found the right office space and even took the time to sift through the lease and offer suggestions that were in our best interest. He is a great negotiator! We are very pleased and grateful to have worked with him. We absolutely recommend working with Jonathan and look forward to working with him again.
Eric Johnson
Jun 13, 2018
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Jonathan and Susan Lee have been managing our property in Summerville since 2013. They've consistently gone above and beyond what we expected from management to protect our investment interests. When we decided to sell our property, Jonathan quickly listed the property, showed it to interested, qualified buyers, and got our property under contract within a week. They've earned our highest recommendation for anyone requiring real estate services from renting to buying, to selling to property management.
Fred & Ced Dolder
May 18, 2018
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We used Choice Realty of North Charleston, SC to sell our condo in Summerville. In a very tight market, Jonathon provided timely and professional advise regarding the marketing, preparation and eventual sale of the condo. Jonathon kept in contact with us throughout the sale period with advise on pricing and comments from interested buyers. Documentation for the eventual sale was rapidly dispersed to all interested parties, which facilitated the closing. The sale achieved our price goal and served all parties well. As an "absentee" landlord and owner, we were reassured that Jonathon had our backs
Robert Leonard
Dec 18, 2017
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Jonathan helped me find space for 2 different locations for my retail store. He was extremely detailed and thorough, providing me with an analysis of the local markets surrounding the locations we were looking at. His follow up even after the lease was signed was much appreciated. I would definitely use Choice Realty as my agent in the future, and highly recommend them to others.
