Chester County, South Carolina is a diverse county with a great blend of culture and excitement. Settled by Irish and Scottish settlers, who came from Pennsylvania, Chester County, South Carolina is named after the same county in that state. Founded in 1785 the county has grown steadily in size to its current population of 35,000, which is spread out over 580 square miles and fifthteen towns.

The county seat is also called Chester, although locally it is referred to as the Pretty Little City on the Hill . Close to both the major cities of Charlotte (North Carolina) and Columbia (South Carolina), Chester County, South Carolina has great links to major urban areas that provide excellent employment opportunities, shopping facilities and recreation that is unparalleled in the state.

Offering great outdoors recreation, to visitors and residents, Chester County, South Carolina has 3 parks within its jurisdiction. Chester State Park has hiking, picnicking and equestrian facilities, as well as a 165 acre lake for boating and fishing. For an extra special day out you could visit the town of Richburg, which proudly displays an old steam locomotive that is used to explain the steam transportation era to the next generation.

Real estate prices are varied throughout the county, although prices can be less than $100,000 for a family home making this area very affordable for low income families and first time buyers.