Between Anderson and Greenville, South Carolina, is the town of Pendleton. With a population of nearly 4,000, this welcoming neighborhood has the amenities of a modest city with the lifestyle of a small rural town. “There’s something special about a small-town community, like the one in Pendleton,” says Scott Sawyer, a realtor and investor in the Belton area who works for the Real company. “You get to know your neighbors and can always expect to chat with someone when you run out to the store.”
There are many cute gift ideas to be found in the Pendleton, SC neighborhood.
Open spaces and fields can be found throughout the Pendleton, SC.
New development of houses close to Clemson University draws new buyers to the Pendleton area.
Welcome to Pendleton neighborhood which was established as a town in 1790.
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Boutiques and downtown cuisine
Pendleton Town Square, the neighborhood’s small downtown area, is home to several local shops and restaurants. Locals enjoy shopping at Newtique Boutique, known for its great selection of Clemson-themed clothing and décor, as well as an extensive collection of customized socks. “Pendleton has a great downtown for meeting up with friends on a Saturday afternoon, with lots of little shops to buy gifts in and quality restaurants to grab lunch,” says Sawyer. After working up an appetite shopping, head to Blue Heron Restaurant & Sushi Bar, an upscale restaurant with exceptional surf and turf dinners. Another option is Raines on Exchange Bar and Grill, which provides an elevated bar experience with a wide selection of appetizers and drinks and classic American bar dinners like burgers, wings and sandwiches. For after-dinner drinks or to enjoy a tasting menu, check out Swamp Fox Distilling, renowned in the area for its rum flights and house-made drinks. Home cooks will appreciate the nearby Food Lion, perfect for weekly grocery runs.
New Boutique offers many options to support the Clemson Tigers in Pendleton, SC.
Small businesses and local artists offer their wares in the historic Pendleton neighborhood.
Local artisans cooperate to sell their creations at the art gallery in Pendleton, SC.
Fine jewelry made by local artisans can be found in the Pendleton Art Gallery in Pendleton, SC.
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Rural, but walkable
With picket fences and wide yards, Pendleton offers spacious rural living with the convenience of the suburbs. Pendleton has a variety of house styles, including townhouses, historic colonial revivals, bungalows and craftsman houses. Houses range in price between $350,000 and $600,000, and townhouses are priced starting at $200,000. Exceptions include new construction homes on multiple acres further from downtown, and homes with historic value to the community. Sidewalks are not common along Pendleton’s residential streets, but slow speed limits keep the neighborhood safe for walking the dog or taking a morning stroll.
Beautiful brick ranches have stood for years in green grassy yards in Pendleton, SC.
Tree lines streets and homes are featured in Pendleton, SC.
Craftsman quality homes are found all along Pendleton's main streets in SC.
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Anderson School District 4
Students growing up in Pendleton may attend Anderson School District No. 4 schools. These include Pendleton Elementary School, rated B by Niche; Riverside Middle School, rated A; and Pendleton High School, rated B-plus. The high school was listed as the fourth-best public high school in the county and was ranked one of Niche’s Top 25 Standout High Schools in South Carolina.
Riverside Middle provides the Bulldogs second leg in their education journey in Pendleton, SC.
Pendleton students begin their journey at Pendleton Elementary School.
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Live theater and meandering trails
Pendleton offers multiple ways to enjoy the outdoors outside school and work. Locals head to Nettles Park to enjoy long walks along the Nettles Park Trail, which leads past a peaceful creek and into a forested path. People bring their dogs to Nettles Dog Park to enjoy socializing with neighbors and bring their children to the playground for afternoon meetups. The park also has multiple tennis courts, perfect for a doubles match. Locals spend time closer to the small-town square at Clemson Little Theater, a historic playhouse known for hosting plays and musicals with creative set designs. Clemson Little Theater often utilizes local talent for its productions, making it a neighborhood favorite where locals pick up themed merchandise to support their town’s artists. Another place to support local art is the Art Gallery in Pendleton Square. This gallery displays art from an assortment of local artists working in a wide variety of media. It’s a favored spot for Saturday afternoon browsing and is beloved by the community for supporting South Carolinian artists. For an educational day, locals bring their children to the Agricultural Museum of South Carolina to enjoy exhibits on the mechanics of the agricultural industry over the years. When hosting events for family and friends out of town, locals can rent venue space in Liberty Hall, a well-regarded bed and breakfast built in a historic home in Pendleton.
The Clemson Little Theater group puts on plays and musicals to entertain residents in Pendleton.
W.C. Nettles Park is the go-to place for playing, sports, or walking your pets in Pendleton, SC.
Hiking and walking trails are just one way to get some exercise at Nettles Park in Pendleton.
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Location makes for easy commutes
Getting to Anderson or Greenville from Pendleton is easy. Go southeast on US-76 for 15 miles to reach Anderson, or head northeast via US-123 for 30 miles to get to Greenville.
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Parks in this Area
Sandy Springs Community Park
Darwin Wright Park Boat Landing
W.C. Nettles Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Playground
Nettles Park
Ashley Dearing Park
Baseball/Softball
Parking Lot
Tottie's Place
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Greenville Spartanburg International
62 min drive
Bus
Stephens Rd & Brown Rd
Bus
Tri-County Technical College
Bus
Calhoun Boulevard And Queen Street
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Cherry Street & Palmetto Village
Bus
Anderson (Clemson Blvd & HWY 28)
Bus
Bi-Lo - Hwy. 76
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Westinghouse Road And Lebanon Road
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pendleton
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pendleton, SC sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pendleton, SC over the last 12 months is $363,608, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
21,428
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,269
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,419
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.1%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.6%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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