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$284,900$228 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $137,900 on May 9, 2011

161 ACADEMY DR

PICKENS, SC 29671
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,248 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
235
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$285K
$267K low$302K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$137,900 · May 9, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$726 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$6,580 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,660
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPICKENS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.97
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 80 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Pickens High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
E
Hagood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
M
Pickens Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Pickens County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 29671These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,865
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.146 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,331
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,636
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

161 Academy Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Pickens County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Pickens County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Pickens County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Pickens County

What homes are worth in Pickens 29671

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$74K$891K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Pickens 29671.

How it measures up in Pickens 29671

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pickens 29671.

Estimated value$284,900
CheaperTypical $278,877Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,454 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size1.97 ac
SmallerTypical 1.96 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 161 Academy Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePickens 29671Pickens County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,90052% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22871% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²33% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.97 ac50% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197239% of homes32% of homes

About 161 Academy Dr

How much is 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC is $284,900 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $267,357 to $302,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC last sell?

161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC last sold on May 9, 2011 for $137,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC?

161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 1.97-acre lot.

When was 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC built?

161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC?

161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC is assigned to Pickens High School (high), rated C; Hagood Elementary School (elementary); Pickens Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Pickens County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC compare to other homes in Pickens 29671?

Among the 7,137 homes in Pickens 29671, it is worth more than 52% of them ($284,900 against a typical $278,877), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($228 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,454 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1.97 ac against a typical 1.96 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1972 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Pickens County, it is worth more than 46% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Academy Dr, Pickens, SC was $726. The county assessed it at $6,580.

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