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Brian Zaks

Brian Zaks

Owner/Broker-In-Charge

Brian Zaks has more than twenty years of experience in both residential and commercial real estate in the Charleston market and is highly respected throughout the community for his knowledge of the area. He is known for his commitment to maintaining an open, honest, and ethical relationship with his clients, fellow brokers, and other professional associates.

Brian has continually earned the Realtor of Distinction designation from the Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS throughout the years. This designation recognizes the top sales producing REALTORS in Charleston and exemplifies Brian’s dedication to ensuring that his clients achieve their goals in one of the most competitive real estate markets in the United States.

Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, Brian moved to Charleston shortly after earning a degree in Business Administration from Roanoke College.

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Riverland Realty’s Listings

Imagine owning a piece of Charleston history, a rare opportunity to purchase the historic McCauley Davis Building. Sitting amid a Broad St renaissance, this architectural marvel has been affectionately restored into a mixed-use of luxury private residences and commercial retail space. Sitting at street level on Broad, Unit A is a sophisticated retail space with open floor plan. Above, Unit C stands as a testament to luxury, a 3-story residence featuring 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with rooftop deck, while behind sits Unit B, a stunning 2 bedroom/2.5 bath residence. The attention to detail is nothing short of exquisite, from the hand-milled carpentry to the exposed brick and craftsmanship of the kitchens, every detail throughout has been immaculately considered.Unit B is a fully furnished 1,500 sqft of luxury living. Character exudes throughout with all the classic Charleston features: exposed brick and wood beams, heart pine floors, custom kitchen, copper lanterns, master bed balcony, and private outdoor terrace with fountain and garden. Turn this masterpiece into your primary residence, lock-n-leave, high-end rental, or combine with unit C and transform into a grand 5 bed/7 bath masterpiece. Unit C you'll be greeted by 2,500 sqft open floor plan that includes a stylish living room with terrace and custom kitchen with windows overlooking Broad St. Gas fireplaces in both rooms provide the perfect ambiance for hosting! Two spacious bedrooms on the 3rd floor of Unit C each have their own private bathrooms, including outdoor space with a private terrace. The entirety of the 4th floor is occupied by the master bedroom and bath. This exquisite master suite boasts a wine refrigerator, a bar for mixing drinks, and stairwell access to a massive rooftop deck, providing 360-degree views of the Charleston skyline. The master bathroom is the epitome of sophistication, surpassing conventional standards. This unit also comes fully furnished. The property is nestled just a few steps away from the city's top-tier restaurants, art galleries, and high-end shopping district on King Street. 29 Broad Street presents a lifestyle of unparalleled luxury and convenience. Whether you're seeking the perfect property, an elite location in Charleston, or a sophisticated turnkey income-generating investment, 29 Broad Street is sure to exceed all expectations. $5,500,000 Active

29 Broad Street Charleston, South Carolina

5 Beds 6.5 Baths 4,750 SqFt 0.06 Acres

Imagine owning a piece of Charleston history, a seldom-seen opportunity to purchase a portion of the historic McCauley Davis Building. Sitting amid a Broad St renaissance, this architectural marvel has been affectionately restored into a luxurious mixed-use property.Sitting at street level on Broad, Unit A is a sophisticated retail space with open floor plan. Above, Unit C stands as a testament to luxury, a 3-story residence featuring 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The attention to detail is nothing short of exquisite, from the detailed carpentry to the custom plaster walls. Upon entering the 2nd floor you'll be greeted by an open floor plan that includes a stylish living room with terrace and custom kitchen with windows overlooking Broad St. Gas fireplaces in both rooms provide the perfect ambiance for hosting! Two spacious bedrooms on the 3rd floor of Unit C each have their own private bathrooms, including outdoor space with a private terrace. The entirety of the 4th floor is occupied by the master bedroom and bath. This exquisite master suite boasts a wine refrigerator, a bar for mixing drinks, and stairwell access to a massive rooftop deck, providing 360-degree views of the Charleston skyline. The master bathroom is the epitome of sophistication, surpassing conventional standards. Equipped with a spacious soaking tub, an extraordinary glass shower, and exquisite tilework interwoven into the luxurious ambience of your personal spa. The property is nestled just a few steps away from the city's top-tier restaurants, art galleries, and high-end shopping district on King Street. 29 Broad Street presents a lifestyle of unparalleled luxury and convenience. Whether you're seeking the perfect property, an elite location in Charleston, or a sophisticated turnkey income-generating investment, 29 Broad Street is sure to exceed all expectations. $3,600,000 Active

29 Broad Street A, C Charleston, South Carolina

3 Beds 5 Baths 3,250 SqFt 0.06 Acres

Imagine owning a piece of Charleston history, a seldom-seen opportunity to purchase a portion of the historic McCauley Davis Building. Sitting amid a Broad St renaissance, this architectural marvel has been affectionately restored, offering luxurious living South of Broad.The 3-story residence features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, including bonus rooftop deck. Professionally designed from top to bottom, this property comes fully furnished and is move-in ready. The attention to detail is nothing short of exquisite, from the detailed carpentry to the custom plaster walls.Upon entering the 2nd floor you'll be greeted by an open floor plan that includes a stylish living room with terrace and custom kitchen with windows overlooking Broad St. Gas fireplaces in both rooms provide the perfect ambiance for hosting. Two spacious bedrooms on the 3rd floor of Unit C each have their own private bathrooms, including outdoor space with a private terrace. The entirety of the 4th floor is occupied by the master bedroom and bath. This exquisite master suite boasts a wine refrigerator, a bar for mixing drinks, and stairwell access to a massive rooftop deck, providing 360-degree views of the Charleston skyline. The master bathroom is the epitome of sophistication, surpassing conventional standards. Equipped with a spacious soaking tub, an extraordinary glass shower, and exquisite tilework interwoven into the luxurious aura of your personal spa. The property is nestled just a few steps away from the city's top-tier restaurants, art galleries, and high-end shopping district on King Street. 29 Broad Street presents a lifestyle of unparalleled luxury and convenience. Whether you're seeking the perfect property, an elite location in Charleston, or a sophisticated turnkey income-generating investment, 29 Broad Street is sure to exceed all expectations. $2,850,000 Active

29 Broad Street C Charleston, South Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 2,500 SqFt 0.06 Acres

Imagine owning a piece of Charleston history, a seldom-seen opportunity to purchase a portion of the historic McCauley Davis Building. Sitting amid a Broad St renaissance, this architectural marvel has been affectionately restored, offering luxurious living South of Broad. The 2-story residence features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, including outdoor terrace with garden and second level balcony off the master suite. Professionally designed from top to bottom, this property comes fully furnished and is move-in ready. The attention to detail is nothing short of exquisite, from the detailed carpentry to the custom plaster walls and exposed beams throughout.Unit B is a fully furnished 1,500 sqft of luxury living. Character exudes throughout with all the classic Charleston features: exposed brick and wood beams, heart pine floors, custom kitchen, copper lanterns, master bed balcony, and private outdoor terrace with fountain and garden. Turn this masterpiece into your primary residence, lock-n-leave, high-end rental, or combine with unit C and transform into a grand 5 bed/7 bath masterpiece. The property is nestled just a few steps away from the city's top-tier restaurants, art galleries, and high-end shopping district on King Street. 29 Broad Street presents a lifestyle of unparalleled luxury and convenience. Whether you're seeking the perfect property, an elite location in Charleston, or a sophisticated turnkey income-generating investment, 29 Broad Street is sure to exceed all expectations. $2,100,000 Active

29 Broad Street B Charleston, South Carolina

2 Beds 3 Baths 1,500 SqFt 0.06 Acres

Welcome to 3368 Forest Glen Drive. This charming home is located in the highlysought-after Village Green subdivision. The house has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over2,300 square feet of living space. Recent updates include new appliances, flooring,paint, and a privacy fence that surrounds the backyard. You will appreciate thethoughtful details throughout, such as the arched entryways and elegant staircase in thefoyer.The home includes a large formal living room and a formal dining room that can alsoserve as an office. The spacious foyer leads into a family room that is prewired forsurround sound and features a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen features newstainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a farmhouse sink, and an island with awalnutbutcher block. Right off the garage, you will find a laundry room that features a new washer / dryer and a utility sink. Upstairs, the spacious owner's suite includes a bathroom with a garden tub, a separate shower, a water closet, and dual walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom provide ample space for family or guests. The room over the garage is huge and can serve as a fourth bedroom, media room, or playroom. Outside, the spacious fenced-in backyard backs up to a wooded area, providing privacy with no neighbors behind the property. The oversized 2-car garage has a workshop area with cabinets and a utility sink. The Village Green subdivision has amenities that include a neighborhood pool, walking trails, and a play park. It's conveniently located close to 526, downtown Charleston and the airport. You're also a stone's throw from countless shops, restaurants and multiple beaches. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a beautiful home in the desirable Village Green neighborhood! $525,000 Active

3368 Forest Glen Drive Charleston, South Carolina

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,363 SqFt 0.24 Acres

Adorable, completely renovated home in Whiper Barony, just outside of Park Circle. Many renovated homes and Airbnb's in the area. Home was gutted to the studs and everything was replaced. Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Tankless Hot Water Heater, All New Cabinets and Granite in kitchen and bath, New Drywall and Paint, New Fixtures, New Insulation, Windows, Siding and Roof... Original hardwood floors have been refinished and there's even a Shiplap feature wall in the living room with an electric fireplace that puts out a lot of heat for those chilly winter evenings! The kitchen is beautiful with all new appliances and a subway tile backsplash. Even has washer/dryer hookups for a stacked system! And the yard is HUGE! Cute park across the street! $325,000 Active

2137 Thornlee Drive North Charleston, South Carolina

2 Beds 1 Baths 825 SqFt 0.14 Acres

Lot is being Rezoned to R2 MultiFamily and will be official on November 21, 2024. Currently has a home on it that needs to be torn down. Build new SFH or build multiple units! All the administrative items have been done to get you going. $219,000 Active

1446 Sumner Avenue North Charleston, South Carolina

0.19 Acres

Lot is in the process of REZONING TO R2 MULTIFAMILY and will be officially changed on November 21, 2024. Current home needs extensive repair or could be torn down to allow for new build of 4-6 Townhomes or Apartments. Several surrounding properties have Multi-Family built. $219,000 Active

1446 Sumner Avenue North Charleston, South Carolina

798 SqFt 0.19 Acres

Large lot with small home on it currently. Home could be renovated or torn down. HOME IS BEING REZONED TO R2 MULTIFAMILY AND WILL BE OFFICIAL NOV 21, 2024. Original plan was going to be to knock it down and build Multifamily Townhomes on it but we have several other projects going. All the dirty work has been done. Many possibilities with this one! $219,000 Active

1446 Sumner Avenue North Charleston, South Carolina

2 Beds 1 Baths 798 SqFt 0.19 Acres

Brian’s

Client Testimonials

Brian had my home sold in a few days while my neighbors have been trying to sell theirs for over 2 months. He originally helped my fiancé buy a home and I was so impressed that I reached out to Brian to help me sell my home. He knows everything there is to know about the Charleston real estate market. He gets straight to the point on what he recommends and after following his advice I had my home sold in a few days. He walks you through every step of the process and makes it extremely easy. Brian is very good at what he does, and I look forward to working with him in the future. Highly recommend!

Sean C.
Johns Island

I cannot say enough good things about Brian Zaks. He is everything you could ask for in a Real Estate Agent. He knows every neighborhood in the area and can give you details about each one. Coming from out of state he made it easy to figure out which area would suit our lifestyles the best. We worked with him in the peak of the market, so we were competing against numerous other buyers. He was patient and never pushed us to go out of our comfort zone. He is also extremely responsive and will get back to you quickly with detailed answers to any questions. He also helped me find a job in the area! 10/10 would recommend Brian for all your real estate needs.

James H.
James Island

Brian was exceptionally organized, transparent, and savvy throughout my home-buying process; this was particularly valuable for me as an out-of-state buyer. He listened carefully to my desired home criteria and tailored showings accordingly. Finally, he was an aggressive negotiator on my behalf, served as a valuable resource for referrals to local mortgage lenders and contractors, and went the “extra mile” in every aspect of our dealings, even post-closing. Brian gets my highest recommendation, and I would definitely do business again with him in the future.

Jim W.
James Island

I have worked with Brian for the past 3+ years and in that time have sold 2 homes and purchased 1 through him. I received the full ask in 3 days and within 1% of the asking price in 21 days on the sold homes and got a great price on the purchased home. His knowledge of the area, understanding of needs and expectations, and ability to work with the agent on the other side to really get you what you’re looking for in price point have always been top-notch. I would recommend Brian to anyone looking to buy or sell.

Stephan K.
Downtown Charleston

Brian is an amazing person and realtor!  He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable throughout the whole process.  He was very patient with us, as first-time home buyers, and didn’t rush us into any decisions.  He has a ton of contacts throughout the city for contractors, painters, interior designers,  everything, so he’s a great asset in that way as well.  He was always there to answer our questions or get information for us, very enthusiastic and positive.  He really pays attention to your interests and goals / desires for the new home and really caters the search to your needs.  I would HIGHLY recommend him!

Tala K.
Downtown Charleston

Brian helped us purchase an investment property in Mount Pleasant.  He was very helpful and knowledgeable.  Everything was essentially handled remotely.  He walked us through the process and handled all of the details.  I have been in real estate for 25 years and was blown away with his skills.  Thank you, Brian!!  If you want a real pro, work with Brian!

Tom R. & Kimberly M.
Mount Pleasant

Brian helped us find a house on Daniel Island.  I cannot describe how pleased we are with Brian’s work.  He is extremely knowledgeable and professional, and he was always sensitive to our preferences.  In most cases he had answers to our questions before we could ask them.  He went way above and beyond our expectations to help us through the buying process, and in fact he is still helping us make contacts after the sale.  Brian is simply the best!

Tom & Ginger H.
Daniel Island

Brian is as professional as they come.  Cut and dry, he is the best in the business.  Responsive, dedicated, hard-working and honest.  He gets the job done.  He worked all hours of day and night to ensure that we would land the house of our dreams.  We could not have asked for a better realtor experience.  We will always recommend Brian Zaks to our friends and family.  He is the right guy for the job, every time.

KJ and Ali P.
Downtown Charleston

As strangers in a strange land, we were handled masterfully by Brian Zaks.  Brian is intelligent, knows the meaning of integrity and boasts a work ethic second to none.  His knowledge of Charleston – area real estate is encyclopedic.  Further, Brian not only responds to but anticipates questions / requests thoroughly.  He engineered every aspect of our search and purchase over the past 9 months.  It has been a joy to work with a true sales professional.

Scott & Lynn C.
James Island

“Brian gave to me the very best service.  He was so personal.  He is to be commended!!!!  I was working with him from April thru August.  I was flying into CHS from San Francisco.  I cannot say enough great things about him.  Brian is a real professional in every way.  I did find a great house in Mt. Pleasant, SC.  It was a seamless transaction.  “Hats off to him”

Jeanne M.
Mount Pleasant

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Brian Zaks over the past two+ years in both investment real estate as well as purchasing our retirement home.  Brian is very thorough and once he understands the criteria of your search he goes the extra mile to make sure that he is prepared with qualified candidates.  In addition to the purchase of our home, Brian has helped successfully close seven residential investment rental properties.  I highly recommend this professional Realtor.

Max P.
Mount Pleasant

We were so lucky to have Brian as our realtor.  I found him online since we were living in Colorado but wanted to look at homes in South Carolina.  I emailed him and he responded immediately.  We made two trips to Charleston to look at properties and knew from the very beginning that he was a good match for us.  He had just the right balance between giving information without being pushy.  He knew the city and the properties very well and quickly picked up on what we were looking for.  When we found the place we were interested in, he really went to work for us by making the deal quickly and adding in language in the contract that was a great benefit for us later.  Perhaps the most amazing quality is that he did several favors for us after the contract was signed and even after we closed on the property.  I would give Brian the best recommendation possible – you will see why if you are lucky enough to have him as your realtor.

Dr Judith B. & Dr Peter B. 
Downtown Charleston

Brian made selling our home a breeze!  This was our first experience selling a house and we had no idea how much work was involved.  Not only did he make the process easy, he was extremely helpful in answering all questions and appeasing the buyer.  The purchase of our dream house was contingent on selling our home and Brian advised us how to price our house to sell quickly after carefully analysis.  We had 10 showings and multiple offers the first day on the market.  We ended up selling above list price and could not have been more happy with the outcome.  I would recommend Brian to my friends and family as it was truly wonderful working with him.  Thanks Brian!

Brad & Meredith E.
Downtown Charleston

Brian was exactly what I was looking for in an agent- knowledgeable about the city and neighborhoods, smart, savvy and effective.  He was there every step of the way to find the ideal property for me, negotiate an amazing deal and close quickly and smoothly.  He was also excellent in introducing me to the best people – mortgage broker, lawyer and contractor, and assisted every step of the way to make sure all my needs were taken care of.  He went above and beyond what my expectations were and I can’t wait to work with him again.  I would recommend anyone looking in the Charleston area give Brian a call first – I have spoken to other agents and Brian stands head and shoulders above the rest of the pack when it comes to real estate.

Mark N.
Downtown Charleston

Brian was an excellent professional throughout the entire house purchase process.  This is my third home I’ve purchased through a realtor and I was thoroughly impressed with his skill set.  I found Brian on Zillow based on the feedback from his previous clients and I could not agree more with the positive sentiments.

Jeff N.
Mount Pleasant

We were fortunate to meet Brian because his assistant was out of town.  After our initial telephone conversations with him about our needs, he put together a short list of available listings that covered our price range and desired location.  We found exactly what we wanted the first day.  We love it!  He managed the negotiations and we reached good contract.  He did not stop there – assisted with the closing arrangements, made suggestions about our loan and flood insurance requirements.  After the closing he continued to help us with recommendations regarding electricians, carpenters, local suppliers, etc.  He was GREAT.

Sandy H.
Downtown Charleston

Brian helped us sell our house during one of the most difficult market stretches in the history of our country, while simultaneously helping us find the house of our dreams.  Not only was Brian extremely professional and a great communicator throughout the entire process, but he was persistent and full of great feedback throughout.  The result was that our house sold at a great price, and we ended up finding the perfect house for our family.  We feel very lucky to have worked with such a persistent, positive, and professional realtor.  In the end, we couldn’t have asked for anything more than what we got in Brian.  We sold a house, bought a house, and gained a great friend in the process.

Steph B.
James Island & Johns Island

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