October 27, 2026
What is a 2:1 buydown?
Be honest: if someone asked you what a 2/1 buydown is, could you explain it? Most buyers can't, and that's a shame,...
October 19, 2026
What Does It Really Cost to Live in Charleston, SC? A Local Agent’s 2026 Breakdown
If you’re thinking about moving to the Lowcountry, “What’s the cost of living in Charleston?” is probably one of the...
October 6, 2026
Fall 2026 Charleston Market Update: Is Now a Good Time to Buy?
Fall is here in Charleston. The humidity is finally breaking, oyster roast season is coming up, and many buyers are...
September 28, 2026
October in the Lowcountry: Historic Homes, Live Music & a Few Good Scares
October in the Lowcountry means pumpkins on the porch, a calendar full of plans, and dressing for fall even if the...
September 21, 2026
Bought a Home This Year? Don't Miss Your 4% Property Tax Deadline
If you closed on a home with us this year and it's your primary residence, keep an eye out for a letter that just went...
September 17, 2026
Why You Should Move to Charleston
There's a reason people who visit Charleston end up staying. Something about the pace of life here — sunrise walks on...
September 7, 2026
Hurricane Prep 101: The Checklist We Give Every Lowcountry Relocation Client
Hurricane season along the South Carolina coast runs June 1 through November 30, typically peaking in September. Storms...
August 31, 2026
September in Charleston: Festivals, Restaurant Weeks & the First Signs of Fall
Somehow, it's September. The kids are back in the swing of school, the humidity is (allegedly) starting to break, and...
August 24, 2026
More Than a Wave: The Story Behind Surfers Healing
If you were on Folly Beach last week, you may have noticed a little more cheering than usual coming from the...
August 17, 2026
Shred for the School 2026: Another Incredible Year of Community Support
Rain may have been in the forecast, but that didn’t stop the Charleston community from showing up in a big way for our...
August 10, 2026
August in Charleston: What’s Ahead + a Real Estate Market Update
Somehow, we’re already 10 days into August! And while Charleston still very much feels like summer, tomorrow marks a...
July 20, 2026
Shred for the School Returns August 5th!
We’re excited to bring back our 2nd Annual Shred for the School event in support of Chicora Elementary School! Join...
July 13, 2026
How to Keep Your Charleston Home Cool Without Sending Your Electric Bill Through the Roof
Anyone who has spent a July in Charleston knows the routine: step outside, immediately regret it, and start looking for...
July 6, 2026
Trading Lockboxes for Tool Belts: A Day with Habitat for Humanity
Some days in real estate are spent touring homes, negotiating contracts, and handing over keys. Other days look a...
June 29, 2026
Fourth of July in Charleston, SC: Your Guide to Holiday Events & Fireworks (2026)
If you're spending Independence Day in the Lowcountry, you're in for a treat. Charleston knows how to celebrate the...
June 22, 2026
Celebrate 250 Years of Carolina Day in Charleston
This year, Charleston is preparing for a historic milestone: the 250th anniversary of Carolina Day. Observed...
June 16, 2026
Honoring Juneteenth in Charleston: History, Reflection, and Community
Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when news of emancipation finally reached enslaved people in Galveston,...
June 8, 2026
June in Charleston: A Month of Pride, History, Family & Community
Can you believe June is already here? While it doesn't feel possible that 2026 is almost halfway over, we're pretty...
June 1, 2026
We Want Your Opinion (And We’re Giving Away a Private Chef Experience to Say Thanks!)
At Coastal Island Properties, we believe the best way to serve our community is to listen to it. That's why we're...
May 18, 2026
Memorial Day in Charleston
Memorial Day weekend is often seen as the unofficial start of summer; a time filled with sunshine, long weekends, and...
May 7, 2026
Mother’s Day in Charleston 🌸
There’s something especially meaningful about celebrating Mother’s Day in Charleston. With its soft coastal breeze,...
May 4, 2026
May in Charleston: Festivals, Live Music & Local Favorites You Don’t Want to Miss 🌸
May has officially arrived in Charleston, and the calendar is packed in the best way. This is one of those months where...
April 27, 2026
Earth Day Every Day: Giving Back to the Lowcountry We Love
At Coastal Island Properties, we spend a lot of time showing off the beauty of Charleston—the waterfront views, the...
April 20, 2026
Dogs, Donuts & Donations is Back (and Better Than Ever!) 🐶🍩
Mark your calendars—Dogs, Donuts & Donations is officially back this May, and it’s shaping up to be our biggest...
April 13, 2026
Seeing Price Drops in Charleston? Here’s What It Actually Means
Over the past week, we’ve made a couple of strategic price adjustments on our listings—and if you’ve been watching the...
April 6, 2026
🌸 Spring Market Reality Check: What’s Happening in Charleston Right Now
If it feels like the Charleston market is shifting this spring… you’re not wrong. Across the Tri-County—whether you’re...
March 30, 2026
April Events in the Lowcountry
April in the Lowcountry is officially stacked—and we’re not just talking about the pollen 🌸 From waterfront concerts...
March 16, 2026
Palmetto Heroes: A Program Designed to Give Back
If you’ve ever thought about buying a home but felt like the upfront costs were holding you back, this is one of those...
March 9, 2026
Shamrocks & Shenanigans in the Lowcountry
Charleston’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations go back more than 200 years. Irish immigrants began arriving in the...
March 2, 2026
March Is Comin’ in Hot: A Look at Spring Events in Charleston 🌸
March in Charleston doesn’t ease in — it arrives loud, busy, and packed with can’t-miss events, officially kicking off...
February 23, 2026
8 Years of Shredding for a Cause: Our Annual Community Shred Event is Back
What started eight years ago has grown into one of our most anticipated and well-attended spring traditions. Our...
February 16, 2026
Spring Market Is Around the Corner — Is Your Home Ready?
Spring in Charleston doesn’t wait for the calendar to say March. Buyer activity typically starts building well before...
February 9, 2026
Valentine’s Day in Charleston: Celebrations for Every Kind of Love 💗
Whether you’re planning a romantic night out, a Galentine’s celebration with friends, something feel-good and...
February 2, 2026
February in Charleston: Events, Celebrations & Black History Month
February may be the shortest month of the year, but in Charleston it’s anything but quiet. The calendar is packed with...
January 26, 2026
🎉 Giveaway Winner Announcement 🎉
We had 203 people enter our latest giveaway, and while we wish we could treat everyone… only ONE winner could take the...
January 19, 2026
MLK in Charleston: A Legacy That Lives Here
When people think about the Civil Rights Movement, they often picture the most widely known places—Washington, D.C.,...
January 12, 2026
New Year, New Giveaway: A Charleston Staycation Awaits
We’re starting the year with a little fun—and a great excuse to enjoy Charleston like a visitor. Our Charleston...
January 5, 2026
January Events in Charleston
Happy New Year, Charleston! ✨ We’re kicking off 2026 with a January that feels equal parts reflective, celebratory,...
December 29, 2025
Ring in the New Year Charleston Style
New Year’s Eve is almost here, and Charleston is bringing the options. From festive dinners and fireworks to themed...
December 22, 2025
Christmas in Charleston: A Lowcountry Holiday Tradition
Christmas in Charleston has always been about more than decorations and gifts. Long before storefront lights and...
December 15, 2025
Why Johns Island Is One of Charleston’s Best Places to Live
Johns Island continues to stand out as one of the most desirable places to live in the Charleston area — not because it...
December 1, 2025
Your Guide to the Holidays in the Holy City
There’s something truly magical about the holidays in Charleston. From twinkling light displays and festive pop-ups to...
November 24, 2025
The History of Thanksgiving in Charleston: A Lowcountry Feast Through Time
When most people think of the “first Thanksgiving,” their minds jump straight to Plymouth Rock and New England...
November 17, 2025
Why Buying a Home Before the New Year Is a Smart Move in Charleston
The holidays might feel like a time to slow down, cozy up, and focus on everything but real estate — but here’s the...
November 10, 2025
Veterans Day in Charleston: Honoring Service, History, and Local Heroes
Charleston holds Veterans Day with a kind of deep, Lowcountry stillness—the kind that settles over the marsh just...
November 3, 2025
Thanksgiving in Charleston: Where to Celebrate, Savor, & Soak in the Season 🦃✨
Thanksgiving in the Lowcountry hits a little different — crisp marsh sunsets, oyster roast season kicking off, and that...
October 27, 2025
Haunting the Holy City: Charleston’s Five Most Haunted Spots
Charleston’s cobblestone streets and moss-draped oaks don’t just charm — they whisper. If you lean into the hush of...
October 20, 2025
Vote Coastal Island Properties for CHStoday’s Best of 2025! 🏆
We’re thrilled to share that Coastal Island Properties has once again been nominated for Best Real Estate Team in...
October 15, 2025
🎀 Toss for Tatas: A Spooky Throw Pink Event 👻
We’re so excited to host our first-ever charity disc golf tournament, Toss for Tatas: A Spooky Throw Pink Event, on...
October 6, 2025
Halloween in the Holy City 🎃👻
Charleston doesn’t hold back when it comes to celebrating spooky season! From family-friendly festivals and pumpkin...
September 29, 2025
👻 The Legend of the Gray Man: A Lowcountry Ghost Story
With hurricane season in full swing and spooky season right around the corner, we’re bringing you one of the...
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