Originally from the Northeast, Brenden discovered his love for Charleston as a student at the College of Charleston where he majored in Corporate Communications. Following graduation in 2013, Brenden worked for two years in Washington, D.C. as Special Aide to the House Majority Whip. In 2015, Brenden returned to Charleston to set down his roots and pursue a career in real estate investment. He served as Director of Operations for a vertically integrated real estate development company. Brenden currently serves as Director of Operations for CopeGrand Homes, a luxury home builder. Brenden’s projects have included speculation building, construction management, historic renovation, and luxury vacation rental development.
Brenden is delighted to bring his experience and passion for providing exceptional customer service to Carriage Properties, and is committed to building long-lasting relationships with his clients. Brenden is passionate about traveling, spending time on the water, and is an avid “foodie.”
Brandy Keener is a full-time Realtor® helping both buyers and sellers in the Charleston area. As a life-long resident, she has resided in and owned properties in most of the Charleston areas and surrounding islands. Having grown up around the islands and beaches, she treasures the magnificent landscape and character of our beautiful city, as well as the many wonderful activities and experiences. Brandy has a background in Computer Science and Math, and graduated with honors from Clemson University. This led her to begin a professional career as a Computer Analyst and Programmer. She took a break from her career to be a stay-at-home mother and, in 2008, decided to return to work in real estate. Brandy feels that her experiences helping people buy and sell real estate have been very rewarding, and she thoroughly enjoys being a Realtor®. Her analytical background and attention to fine detail have served her well.
Brandy is a good listener and very attentive to her clients. She works hard to make sure her clients either find the perfect home at the right price or get the best deal possible in a reasonable amount of time when selling their home. She is extremely knowledgeable about how important internet marketing and technology tools are and how they affect the real estate industry. In fact, approximately 90 percent of home-buyers begin their search on the internet before they ever contact a realtor. To get the most advantageous exposure, Brandy markets her listings both traditionally and on the internet. If you are considering selling or purchasing a home in the Charleston area, Brandy would be happy to meet help you accomplish your goals
Difficult to miss the vibrant purple, the beautiful Joseph Dulles House sits along one of Charleston’s most famous and desirable historic locations: Rainbow Row.
Built in 1781, this late 18th century townhome features masonry construction, sophisticated details, and grand scale rooms.
The charming kitchen features vaulted ceilings and quality finishes throughout.
Enjoy peeks of the harbor from the upper front floor, as well as steeples and historic skyline views from the upper rear.
The gated courtyard is perfect for enjoying sunny Charleston days, or entertaining a few guests.
For more details on the property, visit the listing page on our website here.
With the recent cold front in Charleston, it’s clear that Winter is on its way to the Lowcountry! Spend this holiday season with your friends and family at some of these popular Charleston Christmas activities!
Photo courtesy of christmasincharleston.com
Colonial Lake Tree Lighting – November 30th
Head over to Colonial Lake tonight at 5:30 pm for food, fun, a live DJ; and watch the Charleston Parks Conservancy light up the lake!
Photo courtesy of charlestonarts.org
The City of Charleston and the Charleston Fire Department will be hosting the parade at 3:00 pm on Sunday, December 2nd, 2018. Beginning on Broad Street at Rutledge Avenue, the parade will continue to King Street and end at Calhoun and Meeting Streets. If you’re in Downtown Charleston, don’t miss your opportunity to see Santa!
Photo courtesy of the Reindeer Run website.
28th Annual Reindeer Run – December 8th
The 2018 Reindeer Run starts at 9:00 am at East Bay and Queen Streets. Take a lap around the Battery and back to the starting line, then head over to the Beer Garden afterward for a little post-run fun. Registration is open on the Reindeer Run website, as well as further details and route map.
Photo courtesy of summervilledream.org
Summerville Christmas Parade – December 9th
This year’s Summerville Christmas Parade will begin at 2:00 pm, so get ready to make your spirits bright! Summerville Dream says that the “mission of the [Parade] is to promote positivity throughout the Town of Summerville while capturing the spirit of the Christmas holiday for all to enjoy.” Find a full route map and other post-parade activities in Summerville here.
Photo courtesy of Charleston County Parks website.
Photo courtesy of the Charleston Farmers Market website.
The classic Saturday Market in Marion Square will be taking on a more festive theme throughout December! Visit December 1st & 2nd, 8th & 9th, 15th & 16th to support local Charleston Farmers Market vendors, enjoy live music, and keep an eye out–you may spot Santa!
Banner courtesy of the Preservation Society of Charleston website.
The Preservation Society of Charleston will soon be hosting its 65th Carolopolis Awards on January 24, 2019. Once again, Carriage Properties will be acting as a sponsor for the ceremony for the eleventh year!
Winners from the 2018 Carolopolis Awards.
For those who are unfamiliar with the ceremony, the Preservation Society recognizes a number of Charleston’s historic buildings in categories such as exterior rehabilitation and total restoration of historic structures, and new construction in the Holy City. Following the awards ceremony, there will be food, live music, and plenty of time to mingle.
Members of the Carriage Properties’ team enjoying the 2018 Carolopolis Awards. Pictured from Left to Right: Kaycee Houge, Barry Kalinsky, Olin Chamberlain, Lynn Hanlin, and Alton Brown.
Tickets can be purchased directly through the Preservation Society’s website here, where you can also find more information about the ceremony and all of the Preservation Society’s work.
Carriage Properties, LLC has been listed as one of SC Biz News’ fastest growing companies according to a recent analysis.
As one of 20 small businesses to be awarded the title, those of us at Carriage Properties are so excited to be recognized for our yearly accomplishments. Our representatives attending the Roaring Twenties awards ceremony later this month look forward to connecting with various businesses across the state.
Photo from a previous Roaring Twenties ceremony, courtesy of the SC Biz News website.
SC Biz News states that finalists are chosen and ranked according to growth and revenue increase, the latter is used to determine whether the company is considered large or small. A formulated analysis then considers dollar amounts and revenue increase over the course of last year to determine where on the list each company ranks. A complete list of companies can be found on SC Biz News’ website, here.
It is an honor to participate in this ceremony yet again this year, and we look forward to what the future holds for our company.
Summer is quickly coming to an end, but there are still plenty of Lowcountry activities to experience before Fall begins in September!
Artists from all genres will be traveling from all over the U.S. to perform incredible shows at venues like the Charleston Music Hall, the Music Farm, and more! Get your tickets here, and be sure to check out some the Q&A panels during the daytime.
Labor Day weekend continues to bring music into the Lowcountry as the Gaillard hosts the 10th Annual Lowcountry Jazz Festival. Kicking off with a VIP Party on Friday, September 1, and the weekend will feature artists such as Selina Albright, Eric Darius, and Boney James. To purchase tickets and see the full lineup, visit the Lowcountry Jazz Festival website.
Ongoing Dates
Our local theaters have a variety of wonderful shows scheduled for the Summer/Fall season. These shows include favorites like Mama Mia! by the Charleston Stage at the Dock Street Theater from August 29 – September 23, and the Flowertown Players’ avant-guarde 12 Angry Men from September 14-22. Local talent will also be performing fun dinner theater shows, musical comedies, and more!
The semi-annual Charleston Restaurant Week will be back the first week of September, and will once again offer fun and delicious meals from local favorites. Visit restaurants like Blossom, Peninsula Grill, and Basil for incredible deals. A few of this year’s participating restaurants will also be participating in Charleston Beer Week, which runs September 7-15. For a full list of participating restaurants, be sure to visit the Charleston Restaurant Association’s website here.
For all brides interested in a Charleston wedding, you don’t want to miss this event! Photographers, interior designers, fashion designers, and more will be gathering at the North Charleston Area Convention Center to display some of their best work. The Wedding Festival tickets are only $10 at the door and $8 online here, and there will be tons of prizes for a handful of lucky brides.
Logo courtesy of SmartAsset’s website.
SmartAsset, a financial advice website, has recently posted an article ranking this year’s most undervalued cities in America.
The list is targeted at home-buyers of all experience levels in an effort to educated them on mortgages, the true value of a home, and the details of multiple cities across the United States.
Image courtesy of SmartAsset’s website.
Listed at number 6 on the “Most Undervalued Cities” list, SmartAsset considers Charleston to be more accurately valued in 2018 compared to 2017. Thanks to the influx of incredible dining options and a vast history, Charleston has grown increasingly popular worldwide. The city is said to have ranked 39th for concentration of dining/entertainment establishments, such as the well-known Husk or the Gaillard performing arts center.
Photo courtesy of Property Showrooms’ website.
In addition to the wonderful amenities the historic city has to offer its visitors, Charleston also ranks in the top 50 for lowest violent crime rates, making the Holy City safe and beautiful.
While interest in our beautiful city continues to peak, it may come as a bit of a surprise to learn that Charleston is still considered undervalued.
For the full list of 2018’s Most Undervalued Cities, visit SmartAsset’s website.
Sharon Kucharski, a Midwesterner and graduate of the University of Arizona, has worked in Charleston’s real estate business for fifteen years. She has been awarded with The Realtor of Distinction multiple times over the years for her top sales, and she served two years as President for the Realtors® Housing Opportunity Fund.
When asked about her greatest accomplishment, Sharon says that it has to be raising three wonderful children while selling real estate. Her eldest son is a boat captain, guiding boats internationally at only age 27; her middle child, a daughter, is a 26-year-old fashion designer and clothing line owner in Los Angeles; her youngest daughter is a 23-year-old yoga/meditation/Reiki instructor. Thus far, the Kucharski’s have been wildly successful and are a true inspiration to those of all interests!
Sharon’s advice to young professionals interested in real estate is this: “Educate yourself, stay current, [be advised under] another Realtor® for at least two years in order to absorb knowledge, know facts and figures, and find your niche market.” The latter is quite important because of the differences between commercial real estate and luxury real estate, just as there are differences in luxury real estate and low-end real estate.
Currently-on-market listing of hers is 2029 Wappoo Hall Road (above), a property which Sharon says has been one of her favorites. Equipped with luscious green yards, a personal pool, two gorgeous fireplaces, and tons of storage space, it should come as no surprise that this property has certainly left an impression. For more information about the property, visit our site here.
If she were not in real estate, Sharon states that she would either be selling some type of product, or taking care of people of all ages. It would surely seem that Sharon leans towards people-oriented careers and making people happy.
Those of us at Carriage Properties are extremely proud of Sharon’s accomplishments thus far, and we cannot wait to see where she goes and what she achieves in the future!
45 Saint Augustine Drive is extremely close to Charlestowne Landing and its wildlife, the Charleston International Airport, Avondale’s restaurants, and the property is only minutes from Downtown Charleston.
The home features a large screened-in porch and luscious yard, perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing on a sunny day.
Both of the bathrooms have been entirely remodeled with new tile and fixtures in a crisp white.
The open den (above) and kitchen (below) take up the space across the back of the house. The den includes a gorgeous wood-burning fireplace.
The kitchen has also been completely remodeled with new cabinets, stainless steel appliances (including a gas stove), a sizable island, and pantry space.
This beautiful Ranch-Style home is offered by Jane Smith Smith. Visit the property page on our company website for more information.
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O. 843 266 8000
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