David Kent

David Kent

Bio: David Kent began his career as a home builder in 1985. Due to his close connections within the real estate industry, friends and family frequently sought his advice and assistance when buying real estate. This unique background and extensive industry knowledge inspired David to embark on a new path. In 1995, with a real estate license in hand, David Charleston’s first exclusive buyer’s agency. Dedicated to representing buyers, this innovative approach quickly gained traction. For 29 years, David and his company have passionately represented home buyers, earning outstanding reviews from their clients.
After numerous requests from past clients to list their properties, David decided to leverage its deep understanding of buyer needs to assist sellers as well. This expertise allows sellers to experience a smooth transaction and achieve top dollar for their properties. Whether you are buying or selling, our dedicated agents are committed to delivering the results you seek.

What sets him apart: David brings his unique background in building and land development to the clients he works with. He has held prominent positions within the real estate community, serving as President of his local and state Association of Realtors. Nationally, he was the Chair of the RPAC Federal Disbursement Trustee in 2021 and currently serves as the Vice President of Region 4, covering South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
also leveraged its deep understanding of buyer needs to assist sellers

Community Involvement: He is President of the Rotary Club of Mt Pleasant, serves on the East Cooper Faith Network board, and has served on the Charleston County Planning Commission since 2010building and land development background.

Licensed Realtor since 1983

In His Free Time: When not working with clients, David enjoys getting out on his boat, exercising, cheering on the Clemson Tigers, playing with his dog Maizy, and taking trips with his family. David is married to Minou, a first-grade school teacher, and they have two daughters, Alexandra and Hanna.

Education: Building Science and Construction Management, Clemson University

Professional Service:

National Association of Realtors - Region 4 Vice President 2024

National Association of Realtors - Realtor Party Disbursement Liaison 2023

National Association of Realtors - RPAC Federal Disbursement Trustee -  Chairman 2021

National Association of Realtors - National Director 2007, 2016-2022

South Carolina Association of Realtors - 2016 President

Charleston Trident Association of Realtors - 2007 President

Charleston Trident Association of Realtors MLS- 2004 President

Charleston Trident Homebuilders Association- 1997 President

Awards:

Mt Pleasant Rotary Club - Rotarian of the Year 2020

South Carolina Association of Realtors- 2017 Realtor of the Year

South Carolina Association of Realtors-2018 Advocate Award

National Association of Realtors - Omega Tau Rho

RPAC Hall of Fame 2020

Charleston Trident Association of Realtors - 2009 Realtor of the Year

REBAC Hall of Fame 2010

Charleston Trident Association of Homebuilders, 1995 Member of the Year

Community:

Mt Pleasant Rotary Club - President

East Cooper Faith Network - Board Member

Charleston County Planning Commission

Honorary Commander, Advisory Council Board 2008-2023

Honorary Commander, 437th Mission Support Squadron, 2006 – 2007

Commonwealth of Kentucky - Kentucky Colonel

Recent Client Testimonials...

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David was extremely helpful with purchasing our new home. He is knowledgeable about the area and we found him very honest and reliable. He was quick to answer any questions and help us with everything. We can't wait to move into our new home. Thank you David!!

swfmanagement

David Kent is excellent and helped us secure the right home for us. He is an expert negotiator, know the entire area so well, and is just a really good person. If you are buying real estate, you need David Kent!

mjsent

We totally trust David Kent - he's an amazing person - and you are in good, caring, knowledgeable hands with him !! Thank you David !Jerry & Chris Shriver

lakemich1210

My wife and I have used David Kent on two different transactions, and we have been well pleased with both experiences

julianagmorehouse

David was incredibly helpful throughout the entire long process of finding our home. We learned about the different areas of Charleston so we could identify what we were looking for.

cheryldrury2

David was very professional and his insight was very valuable to us in buying our house. He made the process simple and smooth.

zuser20160618184850495

David Kent was the most helpful in every single way. As a first time buyer for new construction, I had no clue what was going on and David guided me through the entire process and made it as easy as possible.

Mike Daniels

I would highly recommend David if you are looking for a realtor! I was a first time buyer, and he made the process very easy and stress free. With his help, I was able to close on the first property that ...

Jennifer Grimm

David Kent assisted us in the purchase of our home in Mount Pleasant in 2022. David’s help was critical to our success as we were living in New England, while searching for our dream home in the south. ...

Christopher White

We had an absolutely outstanding experience using David Kent with The Real Buyer's Agent. We were looking to relocate to Charleston from out of state in a very difficult real estate market with properties ...

ejpalecek

We had an absolutely outstanding experience using David Kent with The Real Buyer's Agent. I cannot recommend highly enough!

Eric Palecek

David was absolutely the best realtor we have worked with. His knowledge, availabilty, and contacts were essential in my family finding a house in this incredibly tight market.

Daniel Patrick Smith