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Poplar Ridge

Pickens County · residential

Poplar Ridge

Elevated south-east Clemson subdivision with ridge views and convenient lake access off US-76

Elevated views US-76 corridor access Lake Hartwell proximity

Quick Facts

ZIP29631
Categoryresidential
Platted1988
Main CorridorLocated in south-east Clemson near the US-76 (Anderson Highway) corridor, convenient for commuters to Anderson, Clemson University, and Lake Hartwell boat ramps.
CountyPickens County

At A Glance

Walkability10/100
Commute12 minutes to Clemson University
InterstateI-85 via US-76/Anderson, approximately 13 miles
VibeSuburban, ridge-view, commuter-convenient
Best ForCommuters to Anderson or the Upstate metro who want Clemson proximity

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Location

Poplar Ridge sits in southeastern Clemson near the US-76 corridor, offering commuter convenience and proximity to Lake Hartwell recreation.

Open Poplar Ridge in Google Maps →34.6600° N, 82.8090° W · ZIP 29631

Character

Poplar Ridge offers elevated residential living with ridge views and a quieter character than neighborhoods closer to the university.

History

Poplar Ridge was developed in the late 1980s as Clemson's south-eastern residential areas expanded along the Lake Hartwell corridor.

Schools

Elementary 5
Clemson Elementary School
School District of Pickens County

90

Middle 4
R.C. Edwards Middle School
School District of Pickens County

75

High 5
D.W. Daniel High School
School District of Pickens County

88

Ratings from the South Carolina School Report Card (state Department of Education) — not third-party aggregators.

Nearby Retail & Dining

  • Anderson commercial area (US-76) — Full retail and dining corridor (12 miles)
  • Ingles Market (Hwy 123) — Grocery (5 miles)

Healthcare & Essentials

  • AnMed Health Medical Center (Anderson) Hospital (18 miles)
  • AnMed Urgent Care Clemson Urgent Care (5 miles)
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School data from the SC Department of Education Report Card. Page maintained by HERE Clemson.