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Overview

The town of Pickens was founded in 1868, named for Revolutionary War General Andrew Pickens. The town has its roots in the old, now disappeared town of Pickens Court House, which was located 13 miles southwest of present-day Pickens. The establishment of Pickens Railway in the late 1800s helps the area grow.

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Overview

The town of Pickens was founded in 1868, named for Revolutionary War General Andrew Pickens. The town has its roots in the old, now disappeared town of Pickens Court House, which was located 13 miles southwest of present-day Pickens. The establishment of Pickens Railway in the late 1800s helps the area grow.

Early on, Pickens was designated as the seat of government for Pickens County. The town remains the hub of county government today, and as such, it’s home to the current Pickens Courthouse and other county administrative offices.

Many of Pickens’ early structures and stories are recognized and honored in present-day Pickens. Pickens County Museum of Art and History showcases the town’s Old Pickens Jail, and Historic Hagwood Mill and Folklife Center invites locals and visitors to explore the region’s heritage.

Residents of Pickens enjoy access to a number of entertainment and recreation venues. The downtown amphitheater is a popular spot for concerts, festivals and holiday celebrations. Locals also can explore off-road BMX-style bike facilities at Town Creek Bike Park, 7.5 miles of biking and walking paths on Doodle Trail and a variety of ball fields and courts at Jaycee Park. Nearby Lake Oolenoy, Long Shoals Wayside Park, Jocassee Gorge, Pinnacle Mountain Trail, Table Rock State Park and Carrick Creek Loop Trail offer additional fun.

The below results are primarily rent to own homes in Pickens:

Pickens Rent to Own Homes & Homes for Sale (202 Listings Found)
REO Foreclosure

Pickens , SC 29671

 

$160,000
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REO Foreclosure

Pickens , SC 29671

2 Bedrooms, 1 Baths  

$50,000
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REO Foreclosure

Pickens , SC 29671

4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths  

$245,000
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REO Foreclosure

Pickens , SC 29671

2 Bedrooms, 1 Baths  

$4,000
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Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac Hot

Pickens , SC 29671

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths  

$19,900
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REO Foreclosure

Pickens , SC 29671

 

$32,146
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REO Foreclosure

Pickens , SC 29671

 

Accepting Offers
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Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac

Pickens , SC 29671

4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths  

$55,400
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REO Foreclosure

Easley , SC 29640

2 Bedrooms, 1 Baths  

$9,000
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REO Foreclosure

Easley , SC 29640

2 Bedrooms, 1 Baths  

$25,000
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REO Foreclosure

Liberty , SC 29657

 

$51,124
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Overview

The town of Pickens was founded in 1868, named for Revolutionary War General Andrew Pickens. The town has its roots in the old, now disappeared town of Pickens Court House, which was located 13 miles southwest of present-day Pickens. The establishment of Pickens Railway in the late 1800s helps the area grow.

Early on, Pickens was designated as the seat of government for Pickens County. The town remains the hub of county government today, and as such, it’s home to the current Pickens Courthouse and other county administrative offices.

Many of Pickens’ early structures and stories are recognized and honored in present-day Pickens. Pickens County Museum of Art and History showcases the town’s Old Pickens Jail, and Historic Hagwood Mill and Folklife Center invites locals and visitors to explore the region’s heritage.

Residents of Pickens enjoy access to a number of entertainment and recreation venues. The downtown amphitheater is a popular spot for concerts, festivals and holiday celebrations. Locals also can explore off-road BMX-style bike facilities at Town Creek Bike Park, 7.5 miles of biking and walking paths on Doodle Trail and a variety of ball fields and courts at Jaycee Park. Nearby Lake Oolenoy, Long Shoals Wayside Park, Jocassee Gorge, Pinnacle Mountain Trail, Table Rock State Park and Carrick Creek Loop Trail offer additional fun.

Public education for local kids is provided by the School District of Pickens County. For higher education, well-regarded Clemson University is just 21 miles south of Pickens, and Spartanburg Community College is 47 miles east of town. Many private colleges and universities are also nearby.

Buy vs Renting to Own 

If you’re looking to purchase a home, you could fall into three categories: ready to buy, ready to rent to own and rent a bit longer. Buying is your best option, so if you’re ready, you should. Rent to own is also a good option because it sets you on course to buy a property soon.

If you’ll be ready to buy a property within the next three years, rent to own is the right option for you. Your lease term should be at least six months longer than how much time you need to qualify for financing; that way, you have some buffer room in case something goes wrong. Whenever you are ready, you can close on the home and start building equity on it.

If it’s going to take more than three years for you to qualify for financing, keep renting until you’re less than three years away. Just because rent to own isn’t right for you now doesn’t mean it won’t be in the future.

Summary

Located in the foothills of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Pickens is a small community in South Carolina’s Upcountry. The town has a long, interesting history which is well-displayed, and it boasts a variety of community activities and events such as the annual Azalea Festival and local concerts. The town’s foothill location also provides numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation at local lakes, creeks, waterfalls and mountains as well as the town’s amenity-filled parks. Local schools and nearby universities provide residents with access to a top-notch education.

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Reported Annual Crime In Pickens

Statistic Pickens South Carolina National
Murder 0 399 15,696
Rape 5 2,297 124,047
Robbery 4 1,707 327,374
Assault 17 3,931 764,449
Violent Crime 26 24,700 1,197,704
Burglary 31 161,245 1,579,527
Theft 199 34,551 5,706,346
Vehicle Theft 9 113,724 707,758
Property Crime 239 18,073 7,993,631

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