Stephen was incredible to work with while helping me navigate buying and selling at the same time. He made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. My home sold in just one day, which made everything move seamlessly. Stephen communicated consistently and thoroughly every step of the way, so I always knew what to expect. I highly recommend utilizing Stephen and his team—they truly go above and beyond.

Our move from Maine to Charleston WOULDN’T have been possible without Stephen and his team! He was able to guide us through every situation with patience and clear communication. From virtual tours and unexpected challenges, we always knew we had Stephen’s support. They all went above and beyond to make the process smooth and successful. We couldn’t recommend them more!

These guys go above and beyond to get the deal done !

Stephen McMannus is the hardest working real estate professional we have ever met. He stood by us for years…viewing properties on our behalf because we are out of state, executing contracts and fighting for our best interests, helping us walk away when the deals were not right, and ultimately helping us purchase out of state with his constant support behind the scenes. Stephen has become a friend. We trust him implicitly and know he cares about his clients first and always operates in an ethical manner. We are so thankful we ran into him all those years ago at an open house! His firm, The Coastal Collective Group is growing with a team of professional just like Stephen. I believe this will be the firm to watch in the greater Charleston metro area and surrounding communities as the industry leader. We are so happy for their success and for our multi-years long relationship with them!

Working with Stephen McManus at The Charleston Collective Group has been one of the greatest real estate experiences our family has ever had. His attention to detail, kind heart, and unwavering work ethic set him apart from anyone we’ve ever worked with. Stephen’s response time is unmatched—any time we had a question, he didn’t just answer it… he dug until he found every piece of information we needed. We started working with Stephen years ago, and from day one he took us seriously—through low-ball offers, rejected offers, and the emotional ups and downs of the buying process. He stayed steady, supportive, and determined. He even went above and beyond his territory, helping us purchase a home in North Carolina and guiding us through every single step as if it were in his own backyard. I don’t think we’ve ever met someone as dedicated, tenacious, and genuinely invested in his clients as Stephen. If you are buying or selling in the Charleston area, we could not recommend The Coastal Collective Group—and especially Stephen—more. They are the real deal, and you will feel taken care of every step of the way. Five stars isn’t enough. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Dedicated and on top of things is the way I would describe Stephen and his team. He makes sure you know what the status is, and doesn’t just leave it up to you to keep the ball rolling.

Working with Stephen to sell our investment property was truly a smooth and stress-free experience. He put together an amazing marketing and social media plan that brought in a ton of interest and showings within the first few days. Because of his strategy and guidance, we ended up with an all-cash offer and a 30-day close - exactly what we were hoping for. This was our second time working with Stephen, and he once again proved why we keep coming back. We’d absolutely work with him again. If you want a seamless process with someone who really knows what they’re doing, Stephen is the realtor to call.

I would highly recommend Stephen for all things Real Estate! He's punctual, on time, and hardworking to make sure buyers get the best deal! Best realtor in Charleston hands down!

Stephen M. with the coastal collective group is the perfect realtor! Stephen was able to help me buy my house with intricate details around the transaction and timing, he found and scored me a great deal for a property, and he has continued to offer advice and assistance to me regarding my house even post closing. Stephen is professional, punctual, charismatic and extremely knowledgeable with Charleston real estate. Stephen is also working on selling a house for a friend of mine now too. I would highly recommend Stephen to anybody looking to buy or sell property in the Charleston area!

Stephen was amazing all throughout the buying process and even after he’s still just a phone call away if I have any questions or concerns! He was very communicative during the buying process and helped everything run smoothly. Highly recommend, especially if you are a first time buyer like me!!!!

I recently purchased my first house and Matt was very helpful and knowledgeable in explaining and helping me through the entire process. With his background as a contractor he gave me knowlegable feedback on some improvements I was proposing. He provided me with contacts to help make sure everything went smoothly throughout the process. He was prompt to answer my questions and gave his professional oppinion. I would reccommend Matt to any of my friends and family.

Stephen helped me through my first empty lot (land) purchase downtown Charleston when very few comps were available. He was diligent in research coming up with a practical and fair offer that lead to a fast close.  Couldn’t recommend him enough regardless the scope of your Charleston real estate project.

As a lender in the Charleston area working with real estate agents daily, I've seen a wide range of professionalism, expertise, and service. I recently worked with Stephen McManus on a mutual client's purchase transaction and it quickly became evident that he is in elite company in his field. From our initial interaction during the home search to the zoom calls discussing home inspection results and repair negotiation strategy to his detailed instructions and reminders the week of closing, Stephen displayed genuine care for our client and made sure her best interest was at the forefront every step of the way. If you're looking for a true advocate and guide through a real estate transaction, I can't recommend Stephen and his team at the Coastal Collective Group enough. Thanks for a refreshing experience and making our client's first home purchase happen!

Stephen was an invaluable asset in our journey to invest in a short-term rental. His expert knowledge of the market and dedication to finding the perfect property were exceptional. Stephen’s guidance and support made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We highly recommend him!

I recently closed on a property in Mt. Pleasant. I am relocating to be closer to my family. Matt Sasiene was my agent. I cannot say enough positive feedback for him. He was with me every step of the way. He was totally responsive to all my questions, explained to me the process, represented me very well even though I was participating by long distance, handled the process with no issues, was on time or early for every meeting, and provided prompt follow-up when needed. I would highly recommend Matt to anyone who wants an energetic, engaged, and reliable real estate agent.

The Coastal Collective went above and beyond the call of duty for the Brown Family. My wife and I went into purchasing an investment property/vacation home site unseen in Charleston, SC. We took a flyer on a recommended realtor in Stephen McManus. We liked his background of being fairly new to the area (a decade, but not a native), and his military service and work ethic into consideration. We had a conference call from Denver with him and his realtor partner Matt (SC Native) and through that call and his online survey, we decided the next step was to take a trip out to Charleston. Stephen took a day to drive us around to various areas in town and we gained more than enough knowledge of what we wanted. From there, him and Matt ran through a gauntlet of virtual showings, Q&A’s between them and agents and multiple offers and rejections. We finally landed on the ideal condo just a couple of miles from Folly Beach. Thanks you Stephen and Matt!

Stephen’s realtor style far exceeds any other realtor I have worked with. His approach is not only professional, he becomes your project manager ensuring your home buying experience stays on track, he will go to bat for you in times of need and is an awesome negotiator. He puts his heart and soul into the experience because he knows that is exactly what you need. He spoiled us, will never use another realtor. Drive and determination, with a sense of humor and some fun is what you receive when you partner with Stephen McManus!

Stephen McManus, Realtor, made purchasing my home seamless transition. He checked all of the boxes for must haves, met with the builder and myself weekly, answered all of my questions (contacted the builder as needed for those answers) and was there every step of the way to help. This was no easy task as I was working In California and moving to South Carolina (after Stephen secured the perfect spot for me). So thankful that he was on my side and took care of everything for me. He is a one stop shop when it comes to handling all of the details. Thank you Stephen! I love my home in Nexton!

Stephen was simply amazing to work with! As a first time home buyer, he made the whole process as seamless as buying a home can be! His responsiveness, communication, and attention to detail far exceeded any of my expectations. Stephen is professional and personable; using these strengths to find not only the best house to fit my lifestyle and needs, but also the best neighborhood. 10/10 would recommend using Coastal Collective Group! You won’t be disappointed!

Stephen is the best! We decided to move across country and we couldn't have had a more supportive agent than Stephen. He was great at keeping in touch, advising and providing recommendations when needed, showing homes remotely, and keeping an eye out for when the right house for us went on the market. If you're looking for a realtor, Stephen is the one!

Stephen was amazing to work with! He helped us move to South Carolina from Arizona, working to keep us updated and provide us with as many listing options as possible all while we were still in Arizona. He worked to get us the exact home we wanted in the neighborhood we wanted and negotiated the best deal possible. Stephen was responsive, detail oriented and really focused on ensuring we ended up purchasing in a great area given that we didn’t know much about the options before making the move. We also ran into some trouble on closing day and he walked through it with us until it was resolved and we had the keys in hand. Not only was Stephen a great realtor to work with but he became a great friend as well. He has so much knowledge about the low country and truly cares about all of his clients, I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a realtor in the area!