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Charleston Tri-County Real Estate
Buying or selling is a life-changing experience.
The Mills Team — NextHome, The Agency Group — has guided Lowcountry families home for decades. Full-time, experienced agents who treat every client like family.
"Service you deserve. People you trust."
69+Years Combined Experience
2,000+Properties Sold
94%Business From Referrals
4.9★Google Rating · 45 Reviews
About The Mills Team
Complete real estate services across the Charleston area
The Mills Team follows a simple philosophy about practicing real estate in Charleston, SC: treat every client like family and deliver premier, full-service representation from first conversation to closing.
Whether it's a historic Summerville home, a Goose Creek family neighborhood, a Moncks Corner lake house, or new construction in a master-planned community, our full-time agents help you buy or sell more efficiently than any other team in the area.
Led by Jim Mills, our group brings over 69 combined years of local experience. We've sold more than 2,000 properties, and the large majority of our business — about 94% — comes from referrals and repeat clients. We arm you with the market detail you need to make informed decisions and time your move right.
3%
List for 3%
We'll list and sell your home for a 3% listing fee — and you decide how much to offer the buyer's agent. Straightforward, full-service, no surprises.
Get StartedWhy Experience Counts
A track record built one family at a time
Jim Mills and his group of experts have decades of combined experience in the Charleston market. We keep our clients informed of the changing market so they always know the best time to buy or sell.
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Top Producers
Award-winning agents, including two Certified Residential Specialists — a designation held by fewer than 4% of realtors nationwide.
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Referral-Driven
Roughly 94% of our business comes from referrals and repeat clients — the clearest signal of trust we know.
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Smart Marketing
One of the strongest marketing plans in the Lowcountry, designed to sell your property quickly and at the best price.
A Better Way to Sell
Sell in 45 days — not six months of uncertainty
Our system uses focused, multi-tier marketing and proven persuasion principles to sell your home faster and for top dollar. See the difference:
The Traditional Process
- 180+ day commitment
- Low buyer urgency
- Scattered marketing
- Months of uncertainty
- Real risk of expiring unsold
The Mills Team System
- 45-day commitment
- High buyer urgency
- Focused, multi-tier marketing
- Higher offers, fast resolution
- Built so your home doesn't sit
Three ways to sell — pick what fits
Fix It Up
Renovate before you sell — kitchen & bath, paint, flooring, and more, with repairs paid at closing.
Sell in 45
For a home in livable condition: find the best buyer fast with focused marketing and motivated showings.
Cash In 48
Need to sell as-is, fast? Get a cash option in 48 hours — no repairs, quick close.
What We Do
Full-service representation for every kind of move
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Buying a Home
From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, we guide you through search, negotiation, and closing across the Tri-County.
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Selling Your Home
A proven marketing plan, accurate pricing, and a 3% listing fee to get your property sold quickly and for top dollar.
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New Construction
Deep relationships with local builders — Lennar, Toll Brothers, Mungo, D.R. Horton, Crescent Homes and more — for a smooth build.
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55+ Communities
Resort-style, age-restricted living such as Four Seasons at Lakes of Cane Bay, with waterfront views and a lakefront clubhouse.
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Military Relocation
Relocating to the Lowcountry? We help active-duty and veteran families weigh buying vs. renting and find the right home.
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Commercial & Business Brokerage
Investment property and commercial transactions handled by our dedicated commercial specialist with 25+ years of expertise.
Where We Work
Communities We Serve
Explore homes for sale by community — tap a neighborhood for local market details.
Meet The Team
Real estate agents you can trust
It takes a village whether you're buying or selling. Tap any name to read their bio and contact details.
Jim holds the prestigious Certified Residential Specialist designation, placing him among fewer than 4% of realtors nationwide. He brings over 40 years of sales experience and a deep commitment to ethics, having earned the "Rising Star Award" early in his career and topping the area for most homes sold and listed in 2003.
A member of the South Carolina, National, and Charleston Trident Associations of REALTORS®, Jim has lived in the Lowcountry since 1989 after growing up in the hills of Kentucky. He lives in Berkeley County with his wife, Pam, and regularly sponsors local youth activities.
"I take care of folks. I love the challenge. I get to be involved in one of the most important events in a person's life."
📞 Call Jim — 843-830-3800Kellie has sold real estate in the Charleston market since 2009. She began her career as the Charleston-area listing agent for HUD government foreclosures before being mentored by Jim Mills and joining the team. As Lead Buyer's Agent she specializes in first-time buyers, foreclosures, and investment property.
With the Mills Team since 2013, Kellie and the group have helped close over 1,400 transactions. She believes in serving her community through charity and church volunteer work and guiding clients toward sound real estate decisions.
📞 Call Kellie — 843-324-6804Debra is a licensed agent who has been with the Mills Team since 2000. Her key strengths are a tremendous work ethic and meticulous attention to detail — qualities personally appreciated by the many clients she has served and the partner who keeps transactions flowing smoothly through closing.
📞 Call Debra — 843-343-3971Recently Sold
Homes we’ve sold across the Lowcountry
A look at recent Mills Team closings — part of 2,000+ properties sold.
102 Galsworthy Drive
102 Huntsman Court
126 Paddle Boat Way
213 Birmingham Drive
215 Wappoo Trace
233 Froman Drive
240 Eagle Ridge Rd
267 Hastings Drive
308 Culver Avenue
326 Sunburst Way
328 Eagle Ridge Road
429 Doane Way
515 Hansford Drive
618 Coral Bells Lane
706 Bluff Oak Drive
800 Toney Bay Road
813 Eastern White
849 Gross Avenue
930 Holly Court
991 Augustine Court
1104 Margaret Drive
1105 Spotflower Street
1249 Springhill Road
4321 Karen Drive
5021 Green Bluff Court
5288 Alpine Drive
Client Reviews
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Jim has been our realtor for over 20 years — always knowledgeable, professional and respectful, and a trusted friend through every step.
— Terry Hawley
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Kellie helped make buying our first home a wonderful experience. Friendly, trustworthy and knowledgeable — she made sure we got the best deal possible.
— Taylor Koehn
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Jim had our house sold within 10 hours with five offers over asking. Debbie kept everything organized through both the sale and the purchase. An awesome team.
— Recent Mills Team Clients
Recommended Service Providers
Trusted local partners for a smooth closing
From financing to legal to insurance — the professionals our clients rely on.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about working with the Mills Team
The Mills Team serves the Charleston Tri-County area of South Carolina — Summerville, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Ladson, North Charleston, and Hanahan.
The Mills Team will list your home for a 3% listing fee, and you decide how much to offer the buyer's agent. Contact the team for full details on the listing agreement.
The team has more than 69 years of combined real estate experience in the Charleston area, has sold over 2,000 properties, and earns roughly 94% of its business from referrals, with a 4.9-star Google rating.
Yes. Lead Buyer's Agent Kellie England specializes in first-time buyers and guides clients through every step, from financing pre-approval to closing.
Yes. The team helps active-duty military and veterans relocating to the Charleston area weigh buying versus renting and find the right home, with dedicated resources for military buyers.
Yes. The Mills Team handles commercial real estate and business brokerage across the Tri-County through a dedicated commercial specialist with over 25 years of industry experience.
Request a free, agent-prepared home value report. Unlike automated software estimates, a Mills Team agent gives you an accurate valuation based on local market data — typically within 24 hours.
The Mills Team office is at 112 West Doty Ave, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29483. Call 843-605-4200 or email info@millsteamre.com.
Get In Touch
Schedule a showing today
Reach out and a Mills Team agent will follow up — usually within 24 hours.
Call Us
843-605-4200
Email Us
info@millsteamre.com
Visit Us
112 West Doty Ave, Suite C
Summerville, SC 29483
Summerville, SC 29483
Office Hours
Mon–Fri · 9:00am – 5:00pm
Site Information
Sitemap, terms & policies
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1. Acceptance of terms
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website operated by The Mills Team – NextHome The Agency Group ("the Mills Team," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and by our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
2. Eligibility & permitted use
You must be at least 18 years old to submit information through this site. You agree to use the site only for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes and not to use it in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the site or interfere with another party's use of it.
3. Real estate & property information
All property, listing, pricing, square footage, and market information presented on this site is provided for general informational purposes only. It is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified by you or your representatives. Listings are subject to prior sale, change, or withdrawal without notice. Nothing on this site constitutes an offer to buy or sell real property.
4. No agency relationship or professional advice
Use of this website, including submitting a contact form, does not by itself create an agency, fiduciary, brokerage, or other professional relationship between you and the Mills Team. Such a relationship is created only by a separate, signed written agreement. Information on this site is not legal, tax, financial, mortgage, insurance, or investment advice; consult a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.
5. Third-party links & service providers
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6. Intellectual property
All content on this site — including text, graphics, logos, photographs, and the "Mills Team" and "NextHome" names and marks — is the property of the Mills Team, NextHome, or their respective owners and is protected by copyright and trademark law. You may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written permission.
7. Disclaimer of warranties
This site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
8. Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Mills Team and NextHome The Agency Group shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this site or any information obtained through it.
9. Fair housing
The Mills Team is committed to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity. We do business in accordance with the Fair Housing Act and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin.
10. Changes & governing law
We may update these Terms at any time, and changes are effective when posted. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, and any dispute shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in South Carolina.
11. Contact
Questions about these Terms? Contact The Mills Team at 112 West Doty Ave, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29483, by phone at 843-605-4200, or by email at info@millsteamre.com.
Last updated: 2026
1. Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how The Mills Team – NextHome The Agency Group ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you visit this website or contact us. By using the site, you consent to the practices described here.
2. Information we collect
Information you provide. When you complete a contact form, request a home valuation, or otherwise reach out, we collect the details you submit — such as your name, email address, phone number, property interest, and any message content.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, we may automatically collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, referring page, and the date and time of your visit, using cookies and similar technologies.
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3. How we use your information
We use the information we collect to: respond to your inquiries and provide real estate services; prepare home valuations and market information you request; communicate with you about properties, appointments, and transactions; improve our website and understand how it is used; and comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
4. How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only as needed with: our agents and administrative staff; service providers acting on our behalf (for example, a CRM, email, or analytics provider); transaction partners you ask us to work with (such as lenders, attorneys, inspectors, or insurers); and authorities when required by law or to protect our legal rights.
5. Data retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, maintain business and transaction records, and meet legal, tax, and regulatory requirements, after which it is securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Data security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your rights & choices
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, and you may opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly. Depending on your state of residence, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information, including the right to opt out of the sale of personal information — which we do not engage in.
8. Children's privacy
This site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Third-party links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised "last updated" date, and material changes may be communicated to you directly where appropriate.
11. Contact us
To exercise your rights or ask questions about this Privacy Policy, contact The Mills Team at 112 West Doty Ave, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29483, by phone at 843-605-4200, or by email at info@millsteamre.com.
Last updated: 2026
Equal Housing Opportunity. The Mills Team supports the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin.
MLS disclaimer. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Each NextHome office is independently owned and operated.
Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service (CTMLS) / CHS Regional MLS Disclaimer
Information regarding real estate for sale on this website is sourced in part from the IDX Program of the CHS Regional MLS/CTMLS. Listing data, including details from other brokerages, is intended for personal, non-commercial consumer use.
All information, including measurements, HOA fees, and square footage, is sourced from third parties and is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or this website; users must independently verify all data.
Data last updated: June 14, 2026 12:01 AM GMT+0000. Copyright © 2026 CHS Regional MLS / Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
Brokerage Disclosure
Jim Mills is a real estate agent licensed by the state of South Carolina (License #98112). All real estate brokerage services are proudly provided by NextHome – The Agency Group. Lonnie Plaster, Owner / Broker-in-Charge.
Office Location: 112 W Doty Ave, Suite C, Summerville, SC 29483
Office Phone: 843-871-5091
Cell Phone: 202-590-7816
Brokerage Website: NextHome – The Agency Group