Oyster Point Real Estate Group
The name derives from how early settlers referred to the point of the peninsula at the confluence of the Ashley and Cooper rivers, due to the large number of opened and discarded oyster shells left by the native Americans. Colonists early on understood the point’s strategic importance for defense purposes and fresh air from the sea. In 1679, it was decreed that the
original settlement up the river on Albermarle Point, established nine years earlier, be relocated to Oyster Point:
“Oyster Point is the place wee doe appoint for the port towne … which you are to call Charles Towne.” 1
Carl Mabry, Broker In Charge
Carl has lived in downtown Charleston since 2007, and before that time, traveled here frequently enjoying the culture, restaurants and wonderful climate. Carl’s legal background in real estate, investment experience, and enthusiasm for the city mesh splendidly to provide unparalleled service for clients investing in residential and commercial properties on and around the peninsula. He lives in an 18th Century Georgian styled home and understands the inevitable growth must be balanced with maintaining Charleston’s historical fabric. from Duke University and his J.D. from UNC Chapel Hill, after which he completed a clerkship with a Federal Bankruptcy judge. His legal career focused primarily on real estate and bankruptcy before shifting to distress investment analysis at Conseco Capital and Delaware Investments. In his off time, Carl plays with a local band, sings in the Circular Church choir and is an active member of Charleston’s yoga community. Natalie Abel, Founding Member
Born and raised in the historic district of Summerville, South Carolina. Natalie attended the University of South Carolina in Columbia. After college, Natalie first discovered her penchant for real estate while living in New York City somewhat unexpectedly. while in Manhattan, she saw firsthand large real estate transactions as the executive assistant to a CEO of a private equity firm and real estate mogul. From that moment she was hooked. Thereafter she continued her pursuit working commercial real estate before returning to the Lowcountry in 2012, where she then focused on Kiawah Island property management and vacation rentals. Natalie was drawn to Oyster Point for the valued approach taken when purchasing property whether it be for investment or as a primary residence. In her spare time, Natalie enjoys yoga, coastal living, time with family, and being a proud aunt. She is an active member in the Jewish Community, and passionate in her support of the American Cancer Society and the Central SC Habitat for Humanity.
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1 Charleston Charleston, The History of a Southern City. Fraser, Walter, 1991.
