Cat Thornton

Lake Homes Realty, LLC

Looking to sell your property, buy a new home, or just need some expert real estate advice?

About
I am a full-time, full-service, licensed Realtor since 2007, specializing in residential sales in and around Lake Murray, SC. I cover Lexington, Columbia, Chapin, Gilbert, Batesburg-Leesville, Saluda, Prosperity, and West Columbia, SC. I love what I do! I enjoy marketing homes for sale and working with buyers to help them find the perfect home that fits their budget and lifestyle. With 13 years of experience in the local market, I have navigated its fluctuations from a buyer's market to a seller's market, from a boom to a recession. I take pride in helping buyers and sellers through a smooth transaction from start to finish. My region's biggest attribute is Lake Murray, the Jewel of the South. Working and playing in my backyard and sharing this beautiful lake and what it has to offer is my favorite pastime!
Highlights *
54
Recent sales
$85K - $1.71M
Price range
$435K
Median price
19
Years experience

Recent Listings & Sales

Address Sold Date Sold Price Represented
73 Melrose Pl
Prosperity, SC 29217
10/6/2026 $1,125,000 Seller
64 Navigator Trl
Prosperity, SC 29127
9/16/2026 $429,000 Seller
171 Middleton Pl
Prosperity, SC 29127
7/21/2026 $850,000 Seller
1115 Peninsula Dr
Prosperity, SC 29127
6/8/2026 $832,249 Seller
1059 Rebecca Dr
Leesville, SC 29070
5/14/2026 $1,120,000 Buyer

Transaction History *

Seller Deals

Total Deals
22
Total Value
$13,662,399
Median Sale Price
$454,450
Price Range
$85K - $1.45M

Buyer Deals

Total Deals
32
Total Value
$18,824,139
Median Sale Price
$432,950
Price Range
$225K - $1.71M

Sales Volume Timeline

Cat Thornton’s production volume for the past 3 year period Q4 ’23 Q4 2023 (Nov 1–Dec 31, 2023) — Partial quarter: $565K Q1 ’24 Q1 2024 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2024): $3.6M Q2 ’24 Q2 2024 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2024): $3.4M Q3 ’24 Q3 2024 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2024): $2.4M Q4 ’24 Q4 2024 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2024): $2.4M Q1 ’25 Q1 2025 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2025): $1.6M Q2 ’25 Q2 2025 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2025): $1.3M Q3 ’25 Q3 2025 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2025): $3M Q4 ’25 Q4 2025 (Oct 1–Dec 31, 2025): $5.2M Q1 ’26 Q1 2026 (Jan 1–Mar 31, 2026): $4M Q2 ’26 Q2 2026 (Apr 1–Jun 30, 2026): $2.6M Q3 ’26 Q3 2026 (Jul 1–Sep 30, 2026): $1.3M Q4 ’26 Q4 2026 (Oct 1–Nov 1, 2026) — Partial quarter: $1.1M Q4 2023 Nov 1–Dec 31, 2023 Partial quarter Total Sales $565K Q1 2024 Total Sales $3.6M Q2 2024 Total Sales $3.4M Q3 2024 Total Sales $2.4M Q4 2024 Total Sales $2.4M Q1 2025 Total Sales $1.6M Q2 2025 Total Sales $1.3M Q3 2025 Total Sales $3M Q4 2025 Total Sales $5.2M Q1 2026 Total Sales $4M Q2 2026 Total Sales $2.6M Q3 2026 Total Sales $1.3M Q4 2026 Oct 1–Nov 1, 2026 Partial quarter Total Sales $1.1M

Lighter, dashed segments indicate partial quarters. Totals include only dates within the displayed period.

Ratings & Reviews
5.0 (29)

Dave Fischer
Aug 31, 2026

I wanted to share our experience working with Cat Thornton, who is by far the best Realtor we have worked with over the last ?20+ years.

Our relationship started with a simple phone call inquiring about local lakes. The detailed information she provided immediately demonstrated she was the right person to help us find a lake property, which we ultimately purchased. Her attention to detail, quick response times, and willingness to address all of our concerns and provide input stand out the most. Even after closing, she continues to help us with any questions that arise.
If you are looking for a home in her area, I highly recommend working with her. You will be in excellent hands.
- "Happy on Lake Murray"

Source: Zillow

dklybrand
May 4, 2022

I am happy to give Sonia Mendez a 5 star excellent rating. Sonia conducts business in a professional manner and yet always friendly and personable. She was always eager to show houses, patient with me as we looked at multiple houses and encouraging throughout the process. I consider Sonia a new friend of mine!

Source: Zillow

Matta reddy
Apr 29, 2022

Sonia is always joyful and wonderful person to work with.
She quickly assessed our needs and showed the houses that would work for us.
She is very fast in moving the offer, that is something very important in seller's market.
She is also good at showing houses remotely, good camara skills that help while looking for homes remotely.
Overall I would greatly recommend Ms Mendez for your home search.

Source: Zillow

Paige West
Mar 1, 2022

My husband and I are out-of-towners looking to relocate to SC. Sonia came to us through a home interest request on zillow that patched her through to me, just a cold call really. Later that day I found out the Columbia area had experienced some flooding, yet she didn't mention a word of it to me and acted as though we were her first priority, on our first phone call! Being out of town, Sonia was very helpful with virtually showing us homes and giving is local knowledge. When we finally were able to meet I felt like we were already good friends. She's honest, prompt and a savvy business woman.

Source: Zillow

cruzr6
Nov 6, 2021

Sonia is an incredible agent! We have purchased many properties over the years, and have specialized in commercial real estate, and Sonia's ability to manage expectations, clients, and customer service ids completely unmatched. Her relentless abilities to close the deals what makes her an exceptional Real Estate Agent, and not just another "Used Car Sales person" like many others. We HIGHLY recommend her and will only use her exclusively.

Source: Zillow

Professional Info

Brokerage

Lake Homes Realty, LLC
15 Southlake Ln
Hoover, AL 35244

Licensed

Licensed REALTOR®
SC 68576

Specialties

  • Luxury properties
  • Military
  • Relocation

Designations

  • ABR®
  • CRS
  • GRI

Top Cities *

Lexington

  • 20 sales past 3 years
  • 47 days on market
  • $403K median price

Chapin

  • 13 sales past 3 years
  • 110 days on market
  • $520K median price

Prosperity

  • 10 sales past 3 years
  • 83 days on market
  • $850K median price

*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.