Real Lake Murray Seller Reviews: Why Our Clients Say What They Say
Lake Murray, South Carolina
We have over 400 verified reviews from past clients. That’s not a number I throw around to impress you — it’s a body of feedback that tells a consistent story about what our team does well and why sellers choose to work with us. I want to unpack the themes that come up again and again in those reviews, because what our past clients say reveals more about our process than any marketing material ever could.
Patrick and team are top notch, classy, professional and just a pleasure to deal with. Everything they sold to us in the beginning was spot on throughout the process. Their marketing is easily the best in the business. Highly recommend working with Patrick and his team! Thank you!!
- Client review
Lake Murray, South Carolina
Communication: The Theme That Comes Up Most
If there’s one word that appears in our reviews more than any other, it’s communication. Sellers consistently mention that we kept them informed at every step, returned calls and texts promptly, and never left them wondering what was happening with their listing.
This isn’t accidental. We have a structured communication system built into every listing. You receive showing feedback within 24 hours of every showing. You receive weekly updates on market activity, online traffic to your listing, and any changes in competing inventory. And you have direct access to me by phone, text, or email — not a receptionist, not an assistant, me.
The reason communication comes up so often in reviews is that so many sellers have experienced the opposite. They’ve worked with agents who disappeared after the listing agreement was signed, who didn’t follow up after showings, and who only called when they wanted a price reduction. We do the opposite, and our clients notice.
Patrick made the sale of our home such a seamless and surprisingly stress-free experience. His knowledge, professionalism, and reliability were pivotal. He is an excellent communicator which made us feel confident and well-supported every step of the way.
We cannot recommend Patrick highly enough!!
- Client review
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Pricing Accuracy: Getting It Right the First Time
Another consistent theme is that our pricing was accurate from the start. Sellers appreciate that we didn’t inflate the number to win the listing and then ask for reductions. They appreciate that we explained the comparable sales, the adjustments, and the reasoning behind the recommended price. And they appreciate that the final sale price was close to or above the listing price.
Accurate pricing doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of a waterfront-specific pricing methodology that accounts for the variables that generic market analyses miss — water depth, dock quality, view orientation, shoreline characteristics, and lot slope. We invest the time to get the price right before the sign goes in the yard because we know the cost of getting it wrong.
Lake Murray, South Carolina
Marketing Quality: The Visual Difference
Sellers consistently mention the quality of our photography, drone work, and marketing materials. Several reviews specifically note that the listing photos and marketing were noticeably better than what they’d seen on other Lake Murray listings.
This feedback reflects our investment in professional media for every listing. We don’t use phone photos. We don’t use generic property descriptions. We don’t skip the drone work on waterfront properties. Every listing gets the media it deserves based on its price point, and for our waterfront listings, that means architectural photography, drone aerials, twilight shots, and detailed descriptions that highlight the specific waterfront features buyers are searching for.
Patrick was outstanding to work with and would highly recommend for his knowledge of the market and quality of work.
- Client review
Lake Murray, South Carolina
Transaction Management: Nothing Falls Through the Cracks
Multiple reviews mention how smoothly the transaction went from contract to closing. Sellers note that we managed the inspection process, coordinated with the buyer’s agent and lender, handled the appraisal, and kept everything on track without the seller having to micromanage.
Behind the scenes, this is one of the most important things our team does. The contract-to-closing period involves dozens of moving parts — deadlines, documents, inspections, repairs, appraisals, title work, and closing preparation. Missing any one of these can delay or derail the sale. Our team has systems and checklists that track every detail, and our sellers benefit from that infrastructure even if they never see it directly.
Lake Murray, South Carolina
Personal Touch: The Human Element
Beyond the professional competencies, many reviews mention something less tangible: that we genuinely cared about their experience. Sellers say we listened to their concerns, respected their timeline, and treated their home with the same care they would.
This is the part of the business that can’t be systematized. It comes from our team’s shared belief that selling a home — especially a Lake Murray waterfront home that may hold years of family memories — is a significant life event, not just a transaction. We take that seriously, and our clients feel it.
What the Reviews Don’t Say
No review mentions that we told them what they wanted to hear about price. No review mentions that we cut corners on marketing. No review mentions that we disappeared after the listing agreement was signed. The absence of these complaints is as telling as the positive feedback. It reflects a team that does the fundamentals right, consistently, on every listing.
The Bottom Line
Reviews are the unfiltered voice of past clients. They tell you what it’s actually like to work with a team, not what the team says it’s like to work with them. If you’re considering selling your Lake Murray home and you want to know what to expect from our team, our reviews are the best place to start.
And if you’d like to have a conversation about your specific property, reach out. I’m happy to connect you with past clients who’ve sold waterfront homes similar to yours so you can hear directly from them.
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About Patrick O’Connor at Coldwell Banker Realty.
Patrick O'Connor is the founder and leader of The Patrick O'Connor Team at Coldwell Banker, specializing in real estate across the SC Midlands including Lake Murray real estate. As a top realtor, he has assisted over 1,600 families in buying and selling homes and is recognized as the #1 Coldwell Banker team in South Carolina, Patrick brings unparalleled expertise on Lake Murray and in the Midlands of South Carolina real estate market, earning accolades for his dedication and success in the industry.
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