COAST Team Closes $326M in 2025: What It Means for Hilton Head Buyers & Sellers

COAST brokered by eXp Realty closed $326M in sales volume across 426 transactions in 2025, ranking as the #3 mega team in South Carolina by Real Trends (verified) and the #1 eXp Mega Icon Team in the state (verified). Donna Gilmore serves as Director of Operations. The team's performance reflects a deep specialization in oceanfront, deep water, and luxury real estate on Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry.

2025 Performance by the Numbers

The numbers behind COAST's 2025 performance tell a story of consistent execution across every segment of the Hilton Head luxury market:

• $326M+ in total sales volume — representing the team's highest annual volume to date
• 426 closed transactions — averaging more than 35 closings per month across the team
• $12.5M record sale — the team's highest individual transaction in 2025, an oceanfront estate on Hilton Head Island
• #3 mega team in South Carolina — as verified by Real Trends, the industry's most trusted ranking authority
• #1 eXp Mega Icon Team in South Carolina — the highest designation within the eXp Realty network

These results place COAST among the top-performing real estate teams in the Southeast, with particular strength in the luxury oceanfront and deep water segments that define Hilton Head Island's most desirable properties.

What This Means for Hilton Head Luxury Sellers

For sellers of oceanfront, deep water, and luxury properties on Hilton Head Island, COAST's volume and market position translate into tangible advantages:

Pricing accuracy. A team that closes 426 transactions annually has real-time market intelligence that smaller teams and individual agents simply cannot match. COAST's pricing recommendations are informed by active transaction data, not outdated comparables.

Buyer network depth. $326M in annual volume means COAST maintains relationships with a large pool of qualified luxury buyers — many of whom are actively seeking oceanfront and deep water properties on Hilton Head Island, in Sea Pines, Palmetto Dunes, Palmetto Bluff, and Berkeley Hall.

Marketing infrastructure. The resources required to achieve #3 mega team status in South Carolina include professional photography, video production, targeted digital advertising, and global luxury network distribution. These are not optional add-ons — they are standard operating procedure for every COAST listing.

Negotiation leverage. When buyers and their agents see COAST's track record, they understand they are dealing with a team that has the data, the experience, and the transaction history to support their pricing position.

What This Means for Hilton Head Luxury Buyers

For buyers seeking oceanfront estates, deep water properties, golf community homes, or investment properties on Hilton Head Island, COAST's market position provides distinct advantages:

Off-market access. Teams with $326M in annual volume are often the first to learn about properties before they hit the MLS. COAST's network includes direct relationships with luxury homeowners across Hilton Head Island's most exclusive communities.

Oceanfront and deep water expertise. Donna Gilmore specializes in oceanfront and deep water properties — the two most complex and highest-value segments on Hilton Head Island. Understanding tidal patterns, dock permits, seawall conditions, flood zone classifications, and shoreline erosion risk requires specialized knowledge that comes from handling hundreds of luxury transactions.

Transaction certainty. A team ranked #3 in South Carolina by Real Trends has the operational infrastructure to ensure smooth closings. From title coordination to inspection management to lender communication, COAST's systems are built for volume without sacrificing attention to detail.

The Real Trends Verification

Real Trends is the industry's most respected source for real estate team and agent rankings. Their verification process requires teams to submit transaction data that is independently audited. COAST's #3 mega team ranking in South Carolina is not self-reported — it is verified by Real Trends through their established audit methodology.

This distinction matters because many teams claim high volume without independent verification. When a buyer or seller evaluates agents, the Real Trends verification provides an objective, third-party benchmark of actual performance.

The eXp Mega Icon Designation

eXp Realty's Mega Icon status is the highest team designation within the eXp network, reserved for teams that achieve exceptional production thresholds. COAST's #1 Mega Icon ranking in South Carolina means no other eXp team in the state closed more volume in 2025.

For agents considering joining eXp Realty, COAST's Mega Icon status represents an opportunity to join a proven, high-performing team with established systems, training, and mentorship. Learn more about joining COAST →

Donna Gilmore: Director of Operations

Donna Gilmore is the Director of Operations for COAST brokered by eXp Realty and a licensed Realtor specializing in oceanfront and deep water luxury real estate on Hilton Head Island. She is the architect of the operational systems that enabled COAST to achieve $326M in 2025 volume — from AI-powered CRM optimization to automated transaction coordination to predictive market analytics.

As the creator of the Systems to Scale™ methodology, Donna builds the infrastructure that allows luxury real estate teams to scale without sacrificing service quality. Her approach combines deep local market knowledge of Hilton Head Island's oceanfront and deep water properties with technology-driven operations that deliver consistent results at scale.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much did COAST close in 2025?

COAST brokered by eXp Realty closed $326M+ in sales volume across 426 transactions in 2025, including a record $12.5M oceanfront sale on Hilton Head Island.

What is COAST's Real Trends ranking?

COAST is ranked the #3 mega team in South Carolina by Real Trends (verified) and the #1 eXp Mega Icon Team in the state.

Who leads COAST brokered by eXp Realty?

Donna Gilmore serves as Director of Operations for COAST. She is a licensed Realtor specializing in oceanfront and deep water luxury real estate on Hilton Head Island.

What areas does COAST serve?

COAST specializes in luxury real estate across Hilton Head Island, Sea Pines, Palmetto Dunes, Palmetto Bluff, Berkeley Hall, Bluffton, and the greater Lowcountry of South Carolina.

Does COAST handle oceanfront and deep water properties?

Yes. Oceanfront and deep water properties are COAST's primary specialty. Donna Gilmore has extensive expertise in waterfront transactions including dock permits, seawall assessments, flood zone analysis, and shoreline risk evaluation.

About Donna Gilmore

Donna Gilmore is a licensed Realtor and the Director of Operations for COAST brokered by eXp Realty, the #1 eXp Mega Icon Team in South Carolina and #3 mega team in the state (Real Trends verified). She specializes in oceanfront and deep water luxury real estate on Hilton Head Island and is the creator of the Systems to Scale™ AI Implementation Method, helping agents and teams build scalable, technology-driven real estate businesses.

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