About Us

The unparalleled level of service we provide is viewed as the beginning of a long-term relationship that continues long after closing. Integrity is our agents’ most important guiding principle. It’s the core belief of how we treat people and how we handle your buying and selling experience. We have and always will be a fixture in Charleston real estate, but what truly sets us apart is that we are not only a business – we are a family. Your transaction is personal to us. And this is the reason William Means has been successful since 1933 and continues to grow and evolve as the real estate industry changes and expands.

Our agents are committed to understanding client needs and providing knowledgeable service that begins the moment you engage with our firm. Our full-service agents embrace our core beliefs and handle all aspects of the process from pricing the property, showing homes, to the intricate steps involved in home buying and selling. When a client lists their home with William Means, our experienced agents act as their partner, taking the time to discuss their unique needs and goals. When we work with a buyer to find their new Charleston home, our agents act as a personal liaison to assist them as they make one of the most important purchases of their lifetime.

Our intimate knowledge of Charleston homes and unique neighborhoods is inspired by our sheer love of them – and a passion to share them with you. From historic estates with generations of stories to tell, new construction homes just waiting for their first owner to established communities where neighbors are friends. Our expertise for exceptional Charleston homes knows no boundaries. We understand that what we do isn’t a job or a task. It’s our privilege to know what it means to call the Lowcountry home. And it’s our mission to help you call it home, too.

Broker William Means founded the company in Charleston, South Carolina.

Realtor Helen Geer joined the firm under W. Elliot Hutson’s leadership.

Helen Geer was named the firm’s President & Broker-in-Charge.

The firm opened an office East of the Cooper to better serve our clients.    

The firm expanded to an office in the award-winning I’On community

Lyles Geer was named the firm’s new President and Broker-in-Charge

The firm relocated to two new renovated offices in downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant.  

The firm celebrated its 90th anniversary in Charleston real estate.

William Means achieved a record year with more than $431 million in sales.

35+ knowledgeable agents assist with buying and selling homes all over Charleston.