Concierge Auctions today announced the resounding success of its sale as part of Sotheby's historic 'Visions of America'. Livestreamed to the world, the sale achieved white-glove results, with 100% of lots sold and over $265 million in aggregate bids placed.
Commemorating America's 250th anniversary, the landmark sale brought together a distinguished collection of best-in-class real estate alongside a carefully curated selection of American art and luxury objects drawn from renowned private collections and institutions—all part of a week-long celebration honoring American craftsmanship and heritage, held at Sotheby's newly unveiled worldwide headquarters in the iconic Breuer building on Manhattan's Upper East Side, setting an unprecedented standard in the world of high-end auctions.
A marquee event in the firm’s 2026 sale series, held in the world’s largest financial markets including New York City, London, and Hong Kong, the sale attracted robust participation and competitive bidding across a curated collection of Sotheby's-represented real estate in Virginia; Vero Beach, Florida; and Charleston, South Carolina.
Over 50 property connoisseurs competed from 15 U.S. states in person, on the telephone via a team of specialists, and online. The auction was conducted by Sotheby’s auctioneer Meaghan Steele.
“‘Visions of America’ marks another defining moment,” said Chad Roffers, CEO of Concierge Auctions. “Our revolutionary auctions continue to set a new standard in the luxury real estate sector, amplified by our exclusivity with Sotheby’s—the global leader in art, luxury, and collectibles—a powerful distinction that highlights our dedication to excellence, continued ambition to break new ground, and collective commitment making history.”
100% sell-through rate
Over $265 million in aggregate bids placed
55% increase above average Starting Bid prices achieved
Robust participation from 53 property connoisseurs from 15 U.S. states
The ‘Nathaniel Ingraham House,' 2 Water Street, one of Charleston, South Carolina’s most architecturally significant private residences and a museum-quality, historic estate, saw nine bidders competing for a sale price of $8.288M in cooperation with Lisa Patterson, Ruthie Ravenel, and Middleton Rutledge of Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty.
4320 Browntown Road in Virginia, a rare private nature preserve on 106 pristine acres with circa-1875 farmhouse, saw six bidders competing for a sale price of $1.87M in cooperation with Laura Farrell and Rachael Duvall of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
The Nathan Ayer House at 35571 Millville Road in Virginia, a historic estate showcasing unparalleled craftsmanship, saw 11 bidders competing for a sale price of $2.912M in cooperation with Laura Farrell and Rachael Duvall of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
143 Broad Street in Charleston, South Carolina, a timelessly elegant estate, saw 14 bidders competing for a sale price of $2.856M in cooperation with Lisa Patterson of Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty.
901 Jack Island Access Road near Vero Beach, Florida, saw four bidders competing for a sale price of $3.752M in cooperation with Cindy O’Dare and Richard Boga of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty.
906 Seagrape Lane in Vero Beach, Florida, seamlessly blending timeless sophistication with contemporary elegance, saw nine bidders competing for a sale price of $4.088M in cooperation with Cindy O’Dare and Richard Boga of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. Concierge Auctions is now accepting consignments for upcoming sales with Sotheby’s in Miami, London, and Hong Kong.
As part of Concierge Auctions' Key For Key® giving program in partnership with Giveback Homes, each closing will result in funding towards new homes built for families in need.
Agents will be compensated according to the terms and conditions of the Listing Agreement. See Auction Terms and Conditions for full details.
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