NOT LISTED FOR SALE

517 Bethlehem Ridge Rd Pickens, SC 29671

Estimated Value: $427,000 - $556,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,886 Sq Ft
$168/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 21, 2023

Last sale price $365,000 $126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,627/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2.23 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Bonus Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of September 2023

Welcome to 517 Bethlehem Ridge Road in beautiful Pickens, South Carolina! This charming 2-story 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home sits on 2.23 acres, less than one mile off of Hwy 8 between Pickens and Easley. You'll enjoy the convenience of a country setting as well as a short drive to downtown. If you are needing lots of room look no further. The main living area is where you will spend a lot of time with family and friends, especially on those cold Upstate nights, gathered around the cozy fireplace. If you need more space, no worries, as the living room is joined by a large sunroom, with vaulted ceiling. If you needing more, the sunroom is connected to where the owners have chosen to have their dining room. The kitchen has plenty of cabinet storage and ready for the chef in the family. The spacious master bedroom is located on the main level, with a walk-in closet. Continue into the master bathroom where you have a garden tub, walk-in shower, and a double vanities. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are located upstairs and separated by a Jack and Jill bathroom. There is a also a bonus room above the 2-car attached garage. The home sits on a 1600' partially finished sheet rocked basement, equipped with a room with a wood burning fireplace, a plumbed bathroom (possibility of a 4th bedroom with it's own bathroom), 2 garage doors for your lawnmower, ATV, etc. and a walk-out! The outside is very inviting with plenty of open area to have a pool, secondary garage, and a huge yard in both the front and back. Enjoy your morning coffee on the rocking chair front porch and cookouts on your large back deck! This one has the square footage and location and you don't want to miss it. The home is also in a great location to all 3 of our Upstate lakes (Keowee, Jocassee, and Hartwell), our gorgeous mountains, the Pickens County Airport, and the NEW Par 3 Pickens Golf Club!! WELCOME HOME!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jody Cartee

EXP Realty, LLC License #90309 Listed on: 07/07/2023

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Jody Cartee

EXP Realty, LLC License #90309 Listed on: 07/07/2023

EXP Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,304

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 2.23 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,886 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Blinds
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Partially Finished Basement

Flooring

  • Parquet
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Schools

  • Pickens Elementary School
  • Pickens Middle School
  • Pickens High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Front Porch
  • Outside City Limits

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R0036544

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,304

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

2.23 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Easley, Hwy 8 towards Pickens, turn left onto Griffin Mill Rd, right onto Bethlehem Ridge Rd, home is on the right.
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Not In Subdivision, Outside City Limits, Sloped
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.23
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2886.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 2886.0
  • ResoRoomType: Bonus Room, Office, Sunroom
  • Reso Window Features: Blinds, Insulated Windows
  • Year Built Details: 11-20 Years
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1600.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1993

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dual Sinks, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1630.0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Parquet, Vinyl
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Paved Driveway, Porch
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Other, See Remarks
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Other, See Remarks
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Pickens Elem
  • High School: Pickens High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Pickens Middle

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Additional Parcels Description: 4190-10-35-1986
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Parcel #: R0036544
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1304.43

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2023
Closed on
Sep 21, 2023
Sold by
Gillespie Gary Michael and Gillespie Tammy L
Bought by
Strong Jonathan Coy and Strong Wendy L
Seller's Agent
Jody Cartee
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jody Cartee
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$415,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-12.05%
Views
308
Current Estimated Value
$484,008

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$119,008
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.42%
Original Mortgage
$354,050
Outstanding Balance
$345,185
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$138,823

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2012
Sold by
Bryant Candace T and Bryant Garry Neil
Bought by
Gillespie Gary Michael and Gillespie Tammy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Strong Jonathan Coy -- None Listed On Document
Gillespie Gary Michael $245,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Strong Jonathan Coy $354,050
Previous Owner Gillespie Gary Michael $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/21/2023 09/21/23 Sold $365,000 -12.0% $126 / Sq Ft
08/04/2023 08/04/23 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2023 07/07/23 For Sale $415,000 -- $144 / Sq Ft
Source: Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,611 $14,600 $2,200 $12,400
2024 $1,611 $21,900 $3,300 $18,600
2023 $5,263 $10,810 $1,000 $9,810
2022 $1,304 $10,810 $1,000 $9,810
2021 $1,265 $10,810 $1,000 $9,810
2020 $1,171 $10,812 $1,000 $9,812
2019 $1,194 $10,810 $1,000 $9,810
2018 $1,113 $9,900 $1,000 $8,900
2017 $1,078 $9,900 $1,000 $8,900
2015 $1,087 $9,900 $0 $0
2008 -- $8,740 $800 $7,940
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20264201

Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service

APN: 4190-10-35-1986

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