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Meet John Bell & Erica Zepp – Southern Bell Living | Charleston & Lowcountry Real Estate Advisors
🏡 Hi, we’re John Bell and Erica Zepp – the partner team behind Southern Bell Living!
With over a decade in real estate, I (John) spent years as a Vice President in Financial Services, bringing executive-level negotiation, strategy, and precision to every transaction. Erica led teams for Wyndham Destinations and honed world-class hospitality skills ...
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Team listings & sales (452)
For Sale (5)
Address | Bed/Bath | Listing price |
|---|---|---|
![]() 211 Bainsbury Ln Summerville, SC 29483
| 3 Bed, 2 Bath | $289,000 |
![]() 923 Rutledge Ave Charleston, SC 29403
| 2 Bed, 2 Bath | $865,000 |
![]() 9002 Palmetto Dr APT 119 Isle Of Palms, SC 29451
| 2 Bed, 2 Bath | $1,394,000 |
![]() 5133 Park Creek Ave North Charleston, SC 29418
| 4 Bed, 3 Bath | $347,900 |
![]() 2333 Tall Sail Dr #G-607 Charleston, SC 29414
| 2 Bed, 2 Bath | $289,000 |
Sold (447)
Address | Sold date | Closing price | Represented | Flag Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | $965,000 | Buyer | ||
| 10/31/2025 | $743,500 | Buyer | ||
| 10/24/2025 | $288,750 | Buyer | ||
| 10/6/2025 | $912,000 | Seller | ||
| 9/15/2025 | $394,990 | Buyer |
Team reviews (130)
Write a review- Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
10/24/2025 - An K
Bought a Vacant Land home in 2025 in Charleston, SC.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsWords cannot express how thankful my wife and I are to have been able to work with John Bell and the Southern Bell Living team. We recently closed on a property in Charleston, SC that required negotiations with multiple parties and took months and mo...
Response from John Bell on 11/24/2025
Andrew- Thank you so much for your kind words! I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work with you on your Charleston property. It was a complex journey, but seeing it through to a successful close was incredibly rewarding. Your trust and patience meant the world to me, and I’m thrilled to have exceeded your expectations. I wish you all the best in your new home building endeavor and would love to assist with any future real estate needs—or help your friends and family find their perfect place too. Best, John Bell and the Southern Bell Living Team
- Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
8/14/2025 - Sam Wolfe
Bought a Single Family home in 2025 in Johns island, SC.
Review for Member: Erica ZeppLocal knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsWe had a wonderful experience working with Erica! From the very beginning, she took the time to truly understand our needs—especially the importance of space for our growing family and finding the right location. She was patient, never made us feel r... - Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
8/7/2025 - Dan Meehan
Bought a Single Family home in 2025 in Mount pleasant, SC.
Review for Member: Erica ZeppLocal knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsErica was absolutely fantastic in my home buying journey. As a first time homebuyer, I needed guidance throughout the entire process and she went above and beyond in providing that. Erica was a wealth of knowledge in home buying in Mount Pleasant A... - Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
8/1/2025 - Joseph Capin
Bought and sold a Single Family home in 2025 in Johns island, SC.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsJohn Bell and Erica Zepp are exactly what anyone should be looking for in a realtor! They handled both the sale of my existing home and simultaneous purchase of my new construction home and turned what seemed like a complex/stressful situation into a...
Response from John Bell on 8/15/2025
Hey Joe! Thank you for entrusting Erica & I with your real estate needs. We're delighted to hear that they provided exceptional service throughout your home sale and purchase journey. We value your feedback and are dedicated to delivering stress-free transactions. We appreciate the opportunity to assist you in finding your new home. Thank you for choosing Southern Bell Living, and we are ALWAYS here if you need us!
- Highly likely to recommend||5.05.0
1/3/2025 - ryanday22
Bought a Single Family home in 2024 in Johns island, SC.Local knowledgeProcess expertiseResponsivenessNegotiation skillsI don't want to bury the lead, so here's the most important thing to know from our experience with John as first-time home buyers. I know John represents buyers & sellers of homes that are much more expensive (and will make him a bigger commission) ...
Response from John Bell on 1/9/2025
Ryan---Thank you so much for your kind words and trust throughout your home-buying journey. It was truly an honor to guide You/Chloe, and I’m thrilled we found the right home for you. Treating every client like family — no matter the price point — is at our core. I’m grateful for your recommendation and wish you many happy memories in your new home! Best, John
Service areas (24)
- Berkeley County, SC
- Charleston County, SC
- Dorchester County, SC
- Charleston, SC
- North Charleston, SC
- Edisto Beach, SC
- Mount Pleasant, SC
- Seabrook Island, SC
- Sullivans Island, SC
- Folly Beach, SC
- Hanahan, SC
- Summerville, SC
- Kiawah Island, SC
- Ravenel, SC
- Goose Creek, SC
- Ladson, SC
- Wadmalaw Island, SC
- Awendaw, SC
- Huger, SC
- Isle of Palms, SC
- Mc Clellanville, SC
- Hollywood, SC
- Daniel Island, Charleston, SC
- Meggett, SC
















