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What is it like to live in Fort Mill, South Carolina?

Fort Mill consistently ranks among the best places to live in the Carolinas. Strong schools, low taxes, easy access to Charlotte, and a genuine community feel. We live here — Mike's family of eight calls this area home — so we can give you a real answer, not a brochure.

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What is the difference between Fort Mill and Rock Hill?

Both are in York County and offer tremendous value compared to Charlotte. Fort Mill tends to attract younger families drawn by the school system and newer developments. Rock Hill has a more established urban core, a strong university presence, and is undergoing significant revitalization. We work both markets daily and can help you find the right fit.

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Absolutely. Mike is a Marine Corps veteran and KW Military Ambassador. Supporting fellow veterans is personal for us. We understand VA transactions and are proud to serve those who served.

316 Mountain Estates Rd, Pickens, SC 29671

House Description

Back on the market at no fault of the sellers- here is your second chance! Your private Equestrian Retreat awaits- Welcome to 316 Mountain Estates Road in rural Pickens, SC. Finding a true equestrian property with professional-grade facilities & a thoughtfully renovated home can be rare in rural Pickens. This nearly 15-acre farm combines everything serious horse enthusiasts dream about w/ the comfortable living space you deserve after a day in the saddle. The Equestrian features- Let's start with what makes this property exceptional for horses. The custom three-stall barn is not just functional—it's been designed by people who actually spend time with their animals. You'll find running water, a water heater and a proper wash rack. There's even washer & dryer hookups in the barn itself, because muddy saddle pads & blankets shouldn't take over your home laundry room. The full-sized riding arena measures 20mx60m, giving you a professional training space right outside your door. All the fencing, wire & heat tape are already installed & maintained. What really sets this property apart is the variety of terrain—open pastures for schooling work & wooded trails when you want to enjoy a peaceful ride through the trees. The lower fenced area is perfect for a substantial garden if you're looking to grow your own feed or produce. Two additional buildings that actually work & serve purpose- The outbuildings here solve real problems. The first is a 1,500 sq ft space with large garage doors that can swallow side-by-sides, boats, ATVs, tractors or whatever your hobbies require. There's dedicated workshop space & an upstairs loft for keeping seasonal items out of the way. These building provides opportunity for a large scale, home based business. The second building offers about 788 sq ft split into two sections. One side has 220 power & has been used as a functional, well finished wood shop. The other provides covered, secure storage. These are not afterthoughts or cheap pole barns—they're well-built structures that add genuine utility to your daily life. A Home built to las - The 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom brick ranch might look modest from the outside, but the owners invested serious intentional time & resources into getting it right. Starting in 2011, they took the home down to the studs & rebuilt it with quality in mind—new insulation, sheetrock, upgraded electrical, plumbing, flooring, kitchen & bathrooms. They installed vinyl windows, a new roof & new HVAC. The layout is open & welcoming, & the sunroom is a standout feature—a quiet space where you can have your morning coffee or unwind with a book regardless of the weather outside. More recent updates include a newly replaced line from the house to the septic tank (which was also pumped), plus a concrete riser & new access lid to make future maintenance straightforward. The extended attached garage handles oversized vehicles & provides even more storage. Throughout the home, you'll notice thoughtful additions like extra storage solutions that make everyday life easier. Another great, already in place, feature is the whole house generator- installed & maintained by Blue Ridge Co-Op, running off propane (tank in place). UpCountry Fiber internet in place & accessible at the buildings. The bottom line, this property works for people who take their equestrian lifestyle seriously but don't want to compromise on their living space. Everything is move-in ready. The infrastructure is in place. The maintenance has been kept up. You can focus on your horses, your hobbies & your life rather than spending your first year here fixing things that should have been done right the first time. If you've been searching for a well-maintained equestrian property w/ room to spread out, professional facilities & a home you can actually enjoy, 316 Mountain Estates Road deserves your attention. Come see it in person—some properties just photograph better than they are. This one is better than it photographs.

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$3,694

Taxes

$478

Home Price

$750,000

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30 yrs

6.25%

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$150,000

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$3,694.30

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	Principal	Taxes	HOA	Total
Monthly	$3,694.30	$478.13	$0.00	$4,172.43
Yearly	$44,331.64	$5,737.50	$0.00	$50,069.14
Total	$1,329,949.15	$172,125.00	$0.00	$1,502,074.15

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