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216 N Mechanic

Pendleton, SC 29670

$225,000 $948/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

3,000

Sqft

13,939.20

Sqft(Lot)

Description

The Benson House, Circa 1812...a mysterious and enduring jewel nestled in the heart of Historic Downtown Pendleton. Though little has been formally documented about the home itself, its legend has echoed through the streets for generations. Whispers of its past have stirred the curiosity of townsfolk, historians, and preservationists alike. Originally erected on East Queen Street on the very site now known as “Brews on the Square”. The home narrowly escaped demolition thanks to the stewardship of a perhaps unlikely savior: Bank of America, which honored its historical value and preserved it for posterity. Rich with character and steeped in legacy, the home flourished in its early days under the ownership of Mr. Enoch B. Benson, one of Pendleton’s most prominent civic figures. Sheriff of Pe ndleton District from 1800 to 1815, street commissioner, and the town’s first appointed mayor, Benson's legacy is woven into the fabric of local lore. Yet, his life was not without scandal. In a dramatic chapter worthy of retelling, he was tried but later acquitted for murder after a botched arrest. Beyond his public service, Benson was also a local merchant and proprietor of E.B. Benson & Son, serving the everyday needs of his fellow citizens. In 1838, he helped establish Pendleton Manufacturing, one of South Carolina’s earliest and longest-running textile mills. But Mr. Benson is just one thread in this home’s long and textured tapestry. If these old walls could speak, they would tell tales of the town’s golden days of four and six-horse wagons rattling down dusty lanes, of joyous celebrations and solemn reckonings. They would whisper of the infamous town bonfire where abolitionist letters were burned in protest, and murmur stories of war and peace, of sweltering summer days and bitter winter nights endured under its hand-hewn beams. Now, The Benson House stands once more in quiet dignity, preserved, storied, and waiting. Ready to welcome a new steward, it offers rare flexibility: a potential private residence, commercial venture, or even a multi-family dwelling, as it has already been thoughtfully designed with multiple private entrances. With modest modifications and a keen eye for finishing, this remarkable home could once again reign as the town jewel honoring its past while embracing a vibrant future in Pendleton’s ever-growing downtown.

Property Details

Property Type : Single Family

Price : $225,000

AD Id : 74171954

MLS Id : 1564631

Beds : 1

Lot Size : 13,939.20 Sqft

Living Area Size : 3,000

Year Built : 1812

County : Anderson

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Bedroom Information

Total Bedrooms: 1 Main Bedrooms: 1 Main Bedrooms Size: 20x20 Bedroom #2 Size: 12x14 Bedroom #3 Size: 12x12 Bedroom #4 Size: 12x14 Dining Size: 12x20 Living Room Size: 20x24

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1
Kitchen Information

Kitchen Size: 12x20

Interior Features

2nd Stair Case,Ceiling 9ft+

Appliances

Oven-Electric,Stand Alone Rng-Electric
Cooling Features

No Cooling

Heating Source

No Heat

Water/Sewer

Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Water Heater.: Other/See Remarks

Building Information

Built Year: 1812 Total Floors: Wood # of Stories: 3+ Built: 1812 Approx Age: 50+ Roof Type: Metal Basement: None
Exterior Features

Deck,Porch-Front,Porch-Other
Parking/Garage

Basement: Driveway Parking Parking Type: See Parking Features Garage Total Capacity: 0

Lot Information

Lot Size: 1/2 Acre or Less Approx # of Acres: 0.32 Lot Description: Level,Some Trees
Property Information

Subdivision: None City: Pendleton Type: Single Family Class: Residential

Listing Price Information

Original List Price: $225,000

Tax Information

Tax ID Number: 0401003002

Parking Information

Parking / Garage: Driveway Parking Parking Type: See Parking Features
Homeowners Association Information

HOA: N

School Information

Elementary School: Pendleton Junior High School: Riverside - Anderson 4 Senior High School: Pendleton

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At $75.00 per sq.ft.,this listing is priced below average compared to other homes from Pendleton.

The average homes price in Pendleton is $370202.62 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2102.04.

The average homes price in Anderson County is $373818.81 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2100.74.

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ByOwner last updated this listing 04/06/2026 @ 15:18

MLS: 1564631 LISTED BY: Sherry Traynum, Allen Tate/Pine To Palm Realty 864-376-6336 SOURCE: Greenville South Carolina SC