Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Pickens, SC
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated August 2026. No pay-to-play.
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Top Agent
Top 0.4%
in Pickens, SC
$147.1M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $860K
Price Range
11%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.8%
in Pickens, SC
$81.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $900K
Price Range
7%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 1.2%
in Pickens, SC
$315.1M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $2.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4%
in Pickens, SC
$374.9M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $13.3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.4%
in Pickens, SC
$633.4M
All-Time Sales
$150K - $13.2M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$177.6M
All-Time Sales
$190K - $15.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$74.4M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $1.4M
Price Range
10%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$149.4M
All-Time Sales
$160K - $7.4M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$106.4M
All-Time Sales
$170K - $1.7M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent
(3)
Josephine Olson
Keller Williams Greenville Central
22 Years of experience
104+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 8.4%
in Pickens, SC
$51.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $1.9M
Price Range
Top Agent(177)
Ala Chappelear
Keller Williams Western Upstate
27 Years of experience
160+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 9.2%
in Pickens, SC
$492.1M
All-Time Sales
$230K - $35.5M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$74.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $1.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$117.9M
All-Time Sales
$260K - $1.8M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(22)
Anthony Gallo
Keller Williams Drive - The Gallo Company
7 Years of experience
90+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 10%
in Pickens, SC
$131.4M
All-Time Sales
$380K - $2.6M
Price Range
17%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(24)
Kenneth Pujdak
1st Class Real Estate - Focal Point
20 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
$39.5M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(183)
Melody Bell
Keller Williams Western Upstate
23 Years of experience
152+ Sales in the last 12 months
$249.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.8M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$79.9M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $2.4M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 12.8%
in Pickens, SC
$157.5M
All-Time Sales
$180K - $1.3M
Price Range
8%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(14)
William Ray
Keller Williams Greenville Central
12 Years of experience
12+ Sales in the last 12 months
$82.7M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $2.1M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$138.7M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $4.3M
Price Range
5%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent(1)
Ginger Stolp
Keller Williams Greenville Central
39 Years of experience
14+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 14.8%
in Pickens, SC
$54.8M
All-Time Sales
$140K - $750K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 17.2%
in Pickens, SC
$86.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $1.2M
Price Range
3%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 18%
in Pickens, SC
$10.3M
All-Time Sales
$240K - $960K
Price Range
Top AgentReviews not yet available
Marquetta Cason
RE/MAX REACH
2 Years of experience
17+ Sales in the last 12 months
Top 18%
in Pickens, SC
$4.6M
All-Time Sales
$220K - $700K
Price Range
14%
Negotiated Off List
Top Agent$58.5M
All-Time Sales
$270K - $3M
Price Range
4%
Negotiated Off List
Pickens Housing Market Trends
Homes in Pickens take a median 39 days to sell, go for 99.43% of asking, prices are up 17.7% from a year ago. Verified MLS market data through August 2026.
Market temperature
Balanced market
5.5 months of supply. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers.
What homes sell for
$284,812
median sale price
How fast they sell
39 days
median time on market
Supply and competition
5.5 months
of supply on the market
The numbers speak
for Pickens.
Every agent above earned their place with closed sales, not advertising. Tell us about your home and our algorithm picks the Pickens agents whose results fit it.
Pickens agents analyzed for these rankings
days faster: top-ranked agents sell in 26 days, the Pickens market in 39
median sale price in Pickens
Do Top Pickens Agents Sell Faster?
The 24 top-ranked agents on EffectiveAgents in Pickens sell in a median of 26 days, compared with the Pickens market median of 39 days on market.
About 13 days faster (33% quicker than the Pickens market)
Median days to sale reported by the top-ranked Pickens agents on EffectiveAgents, compared with the Pickens market median days on market. Agent figures reflect each agent's reported sales history.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Pickens?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Pickens sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in April. To hit that window, plan to list around March.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
April
Best month to sell
44 days
Typical time on market
98.1%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Pickens, SC sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
What These Numbers Mean for Pickens Buyers and Sellers
The Housing Market Trends module above shows a Pickens market where pricing power and pace tell two different stories. The median sale price sits at $284,812, a +17.7% move year over year, while homes are trading at a 99.43% sale-to-list ratio. At the same time, median days on market registers 39, reflecting a -19 days change in market time, and 5.5 months of supply places this market closer to balanced than to a clear seller's advantage.
For buyers, the combination is favorable. With 36.4% of listings recording a price reduction and only 42.4% of homes going off the market within two weeks, most properties sit long enough to invite a measured offer. The 99.43% ratio means final prices land near asking, so leverage is best applied to homes that have aged past the 39 median or already carry a reduction. Buyers can reasonably negotiate on those, while newer, well-priced listings still move quickly.
For sellers, the message is precision over ambition. Because roughly a third of listings cut price and supply has room to grow, an aggressive initial number risks the extended timeline the data reflects. Pricing to the $187.44 per square foot benchmark from the outset preserves the 99.43% outcome and avoids the reductions that lengthen exposure. With 250 licensed agents active in the area, outcomes vary widely by representation, which is where verified performance data becomes the deciding factor.
What Pickens Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Pickens goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $284,812 |
| Down payment (20%) | $56,962 |
| Loan amount | $227,850 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $2,126 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 7.40% mortgage rate (as of October 8, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $284,812 median home price with 20% down at 7.40% (as of October 8, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Pickens MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Pickens Realtor
Choosing an agent on name recognition alone overlooks what actually moves a transaction: measured results across many closings. In Pickens and the surrounding 29671 area, we analyzed 36 transactions to separate consistent performers from occasional sellers. Ty Carey at Our Father's Houses Realty leads that verified group, with 753 career transactions, 54 client reviews, and $130.9M in all-time sales volume. That depth matters in a market carrying a 99.43% sale-to-list ratio and 5.5 months of supply, where negotiation determines whether a home clears near asking or drifts into the 36.4% of listings that cut price. An agent who understands local pricing to the $187.44 per square foot benchmark can position a listing to avoid the reductions that lengthen time on market. Of 54 EffectiveAgents ranked professionals here, the strongest share a pattern worth noting in their reviews: repeat and referral clients, steady communication, and outcomes documented over years rather than a single strong quarter.
How We Rank Pickens Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Pickens market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
250
agents analyzed
15+
performance signals
$0
paid for placement
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: August 2026
Pickens Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Pickens, SC?
The top-ranked agent in Pickens, SC is Ty Carey at Our Father's Houses Realty, with 753 career transactions, 54 reviews, and $130.9M in all-time sales volume. EffectiveAgents identifies leaders by analyzing verified transaction history, review patterns, and sale outcomes rather than advertising. Of 250 licensed agents in the area, 54 meet our ranking criteria. Because performance varies by property type and price point, we recommend comparing several ranked agents against your specific goals before deciding.
How were these Pickens real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Pickens?
Our data covers 250 real estate agents serving the Pickens area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Pickens market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Pickens mean for sellers?
Pickens's median sale price is $284,812 as of August 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Pickens?
The median home in Pickens sells in about 39, reflecting a -19 days change from a year ago. Actual timelines depend on pricing accuracy, condition, and season. With 5.5 months of supply and 36.4% of listings recording a reduction, homes priced to the $187.44 per square foot benchmark tend to move faster and closer to the 99.43% sale-to-list ratio, while overpriced listings often require a cut that extends the timeline well beyond the median.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Pickens realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Pickens agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Pickens neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Pickens realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Pickens in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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