Keys to Carolina Properties

07/31/2026

Big changes are coming to Charleston!

The former Pepsi plant has officially sold for $13.5 million, with plans for 300+ apartments and new retail space pending city approval.

Projects like this continue to reshape Charleston’s urban landscape, bringing new housing, businesses, and investment to the area. While redevelopment can create exciting opportunities, it also raises important questions about affordability, traffic, infrastructure, and preserving the character that makes Charleston unique.

What do you think? Is this the kind of growth Charleston needs, or should the city take a different approach?

If you’re considering buying, selling, or investing in the Charleston area, staying ahead of these developments can make a real difference in your real estate decisions.

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Another major piece of Charleston’s Upper Peninsula is preparing for redevelopment. 🏗️

The former Pepsi bottling property at 1450 Meeting Street has sold for $13.5 million to Atlanta-based Catalyst Development Partners, which plans to transform the industrial site into a new mixed-use development.

Current plans include:

🏠 More than 300 market-rate apartments
🛍️ Two one-story retail buildings facing Meeting Street
🏢 A five-story residential building behind the retail space
🌳 New pedestrian areas, landscaping and gathering spaces

Charleston’s Design Review Board granted the project conceptual approval on April 6, but requested additional study of the project’s size and design along Lemon Street, the retail buildings facing Meeting Street and separation between the development and the neighboring cemeteries. More review will be required before construction can move forward.

The sale adds to the rapid transformation of Upper Meeting Street, where former industrial properties are increasingly being replaced by apartments, restaurants, retail, offices and entertainment destinations.

06/22/2026

Military families, if you’re PCSing to Charleston soon, this is for you. 🇺🇸

One of the biggest questions I hear is:
“What can my BAH actually buy in today’s market?”

For an E-5 with dependents, Charleston BAH for 2026 is approximately $2,385 per month.

That could mean:
🏡 Renting a 3-bedroom home in Goose Creek, Summerville, Ladson, or Moncks Corner
OR
🔑 Buying a home in the $300K–$345K range using your VA loan

But here’s the truth… location, commute, taxes, insurance, and timing all matter.

As an Air Force Veteran, South Carolina REALTOR®, and Certified Military Relocation Professional, I understand military moves because I’ve lived them.

My goal is to help military families make smart housing decisions before they PCS, whether that means renting, buying, or planning for long-term wealth.

Thinking about relocating to Charleston? Let’s talk.

📲 843-900-7726
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06/15/2026

🌴 Live the Lowcountry Lifestyle 🌴

There's something special about calling the Charleston Tri-County Area home. From historic downtown streets and waterfront views to beautiful beaches, local restaurants, and vibrant communities, the Lowcountry offers a lifestyle that's hard to match.

Whether you're relocating to the area, buying your first home, moving up, downsizing, selling, investing, or looking for property management services, I'm here to help you navigate every step of the process with confidence.

As a real estate professional with Coastal Connections Real Estate, I provide personalized service, local market expertise, and dedicated guidance tailored to your unique goals. My priority is helping you make informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcome—whether you're buying, selling, or investing.

🏡 Buyer Representation
🏡 Seller & Listing Services
🏡 Relocation Assistance
🏡 Rental Services
🏡 Property Management
🏡 Investment Property Guidance

If you're ready to make a move in Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester County, I'd love the opportunity to help.

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Let's find the perfect place for your next chapter in the Lowcountry.
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05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Wishing everyone a meaningful and safe Memorial Day as we reflect with gratitude and remembrance. 🇺🇸

05/18/2026

The Charleston Tri-County real estate market is changing, and if you’re buying, selling, relocating, or investing in Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester County, you need to understand what’s happening NOW.

In this video, Sabrina Keys breaks down:
✔ Rising inventory
✔ Longer days on market
✔ Buyer demand shifts
✔ Seller strategy changes
✔ What this means for buyers, sellers, and investors

Whether you’re moving to Charleston, SC, investing in South Carolina real estate, or preparing to sell your home, this market update will help you understand the current trends shaping the Lowcountry housing market.

📍 Charleston • Summerville • Moncks Corner • Goose Creek • North Charleston • Ladson • Ridgeville

📲 Contact Sabrina Keys for personalized real estate guidance in the Charleston Tri-County area.

05/15/2026

One of the biggest mistakes buyers and sellers make in today’s market is assuming Charleston operates as one single housing market.

It doesn’t.

Some areas are still competitive.
Some are softening.
Some price ranges are seeing multiple offers, while others are sitting longer with price reductions.

That’s why real estate decisions based on national headlines alone can cost people money.

You need someone who understands:
• Local inventory trends
• School district demand shifts
• Commute and infrastructure growth
• Flood zone and insurance impacts
• New construction competition
• Buyer psychology in each area
• Military and relocation movement into the region
• Which neighborhoods are quietly rising before everyone notices

Whether you’re buying, selling, relocating, downsizing, investing, or planning your next move strategically, local market knowledge matters now more than ever.

Charleston is layered and navigating it correctly requires more than a Zillow search and generic advice.

That’s where I come in.

As a Global Real Estate & Relocation Strategist and South Carolina REALTOR®, I help clients understand the FULL picture so they can move with confidence and strategy.

❓What’s one Charleston-area neighborhood or city you’ve been curious about lately?

Thinking about buying, selling, relocating, or investing in the Charleston Tri-County area?
Send me a message and let’s create a strategy tailored to YOUR specific goals and location.

📍 Charleston | Summerville | North Charleston | Moncks Corner | Goose Creek | Mount Pleasant | Ladson | Ridgeville

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05/06/2026

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05/02/2026

Elegant, elevated, and effortlessly inviting ✨

Join us for an Open House in Summerville, SC on Saturday, May 2 from 11 AM to 2 PM and experience bright open living spaces, warm wood floors, refined finishes, and a layout designed to feel as beautiful as it is livable. And the detail buyers love most? No HOA!

Come see this standout home in person and imagine your next chapter here.

04/25/2026

✨ You’re invited to tour this beautiful Summerville home ✨

Join me this Sunday for an open house at:

📍 303 Ayers Circle, Summerville, SC
🗓 Sunday
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🏡 MLS #26011751

If you’ve been thinking about buying in the Summerville area, this is your chance to walk through, ask questions, and see what’s possible for you.

💬 Comment “HOME” and I’ll send you the full details
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Sabrina Keys
Real Estate & Relocation Strategist
Keys to Carolina Properties
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📞 843-900-7726
🌐 www.sabrinakeys.com