Management
Broker/Owner
Wilmington Broker-In-Charge
Contact Information
About
Sold Buy the Sea Realty is a full-service boutique brokerage serving the coastal communities of southeastern North Carolina, with offices in Wilmington and Hampstead. The firm distinguishes itself by combining the personal attention and accessibility of a small agency with the extensive resources, networks, and professional capabilities of larger firms. Specializing in residential transactions, new construction, estates, rentals, and property management through their R.E.N.T. division, they cover New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, and Onslow counties with a hands-on, case-by-case approach that prioritizes genuine client relationships. Their team of experienced local agents is dedicated to professionalism, trustworthiness, and helping clients navigate the coastal real estate market with confidence and ease.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Long-established local boutique (since ~2011) with deep builder relationships and expertise in new construction, estates, and complex transactions that many competitors lack.
- Strong personal service reputation with consistent 5-star client testimonials highlighting responsiveness, knowledge, and going above-and-beyond (especially Dawn Berard and team).
Cons
- Smaller independent brokerage may have less brand recognition and fewer national relocation/referral networks than large excluded franchises.
- Limited visible presence on most online platforms