Last Sold Price
2 beds975 sqft$236/sqft
1230 Melton Rd, Unit COTTAGE 53, West Union, SC 29696

Description

Discover the tranquility of lake living in the well-established and amenity-rich community of Backwater Landing! Perfect for out-of-state movers or locals seeking a serene getaway, this Keowee community offers a stress-free lifestyle with complete yard maintenance, a pool, exercise facility, water access, a community beach, and water utilities included! This delightful 2-bedroom, 2-bath lake house is your ideal primary residence or second home. Fully furnished and ready for a new owner, all items...Discover the tranquility of lake living in the well-established and amenity-rich community of Backwater Landing! Perfect for out-of-state movers or locals seeking a serene getaway, this Keowee community offers a stress-free lifestyle with complete yard maintenance, a pool, exercise facility, water access, a community beach, and water utilities included! This delightful 2-bedroom, 2-bath lake house is your ideal primary residence or second home. Fully furnished and ready for a new owner, all items in the home come with the sale, making it a true turnkey opportunity. The open-concept layout connects the kitchen, living room, dining area, and sunroom, creating a seamless flow for relaxation and entertaining. The vaulted ceilings in the main living area amplify the sense of space, while the sunroom provides breathtaking lake views—a perfect spot for morning coffee or an afternoon read. Step outside to the newly installed composite wraparound deck, perfect for hosting barbecues, enjoying peaceful evenings, or taking in the tranquil lake surroundings. The property also features a large unfinished attic, ideal for a future loft expansion or additional storage. Backwater Landing takes lakefront living to the next level with its private boat ramp and dock, on-site boat storage, and a community-maintained beach—perfect for soaking up the summer sun. Recent updates include a professionally serviced HVAC system and freshly cleaned carpets and interiors, ensuring the home is move-in ready for its next owners. And to make your life even easier, the seller is offering a golf cart with the purchase of the home—perfect for exploring the community! Don’t miss your chance to own this beautiful lake retreat!
LISTING CLOSED: 05/30/2025 01:00 AM

  1. Listed by Joshua Taylor • XSell Upstate

Property Details for 1230 Melton Road, Unit COTTAGE 53

Status
MLS #
1544493
Days on Market
124
Taxes
$1,240 / year
HOA Fees
$609 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2002
Lot Size
0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
Style
Traditional
Subdivision
Backwater Landing
Geo Subdivision
SC
Lake
Lake Keowee
Location
Keowee
Parking/Garage
Other/See Remarks

Location

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Building Information for 1230 Melton Road, Unit COTTAGE 53

Stories1Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF

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$1,881 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,169

Property Taxes

$103

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 1230 Melton Road, Unit COTTAGE 53

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Hwy 28 S take Keowee School Rd going north and then take a left on Old Walhalla Hwy then a right onto Melton Rd until you get to the entrance of the community.
  • In City: N
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax ID Number: 177-04-01-053
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • HOA/Regime Fee: $609.00
  • Total Taxes: $1,240.00
  • Tax Rate: 6%
  • HOA: Y
  • HOA Term: Monthly
  • HOA/Regime Fee Mandatory $: Yes
  • Additional Fees $: HOA Mgmt Transfer Fee
School Information
  • Elementary School: Walhalla
  • Middle School: Walhalla
  • High School: Walhalla
Parking
  • Garage Total Capacity: 0
  • Parking Type: See Parking Features
  • Driveway: Shared or Common
Property
Lot Information
  • Below Grade Finished Square Feet: 0.0
  • Other Rooms Finished Square Feet: 0.0
  • Unfinished Square Feet: 0.0
  • Total Finished Square Feet: 975.0
  • Total Square Feet: 975.0
  • Lot Size/Acreage: 1/2 Acre or Less
  • Unfinished Square Feet Range: None
  • Below Grade Finished Square Feet Range: None
  • Other Rooms Finished Square Feet Range: None
  • Lot Description: Level, Sidewalk, Sloped, Underground Utilities
  • Approx # of Acres: .04
  • Total Square Feet Finished/Heated: 0700-999
  • Legal Lot Number: 53
  • Approx Lot Dimensions: 60x30
Property and Assessments
  • Class: Residential
  • Type: Single Family
  • Approx Age: 21-30
  • Approx Year Built: 2002
  • Equestrian Property: No
  • LeadBased Paint Disc Req?: No
  • Res Property Disc Req?: Yes
  • Lake Property: Yes
  • Foreclosure: N
  • Auction: N
  • Documents On File: Restric.Cov/By-Laws, Seller Disclosure
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Lake Property Features: Interior Lot
Utilities
  • Water Co: Included in HOA
  • Electric Co: Duke
  • Water: Public, Other/See Remarks
  • Sewer: Public, Other/See Remarks
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Architectural
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Screened Porch: Y
  • Garbage Pickup: Private
  • Exterior Finish: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch-Screened, Porch-Wrap Around, Windows-Insulated
Interior Features
  • Floors: Carpet, Laminate Flooring
  • Number of Fireplaces: 0
  • Laundry: Y
  • Laundry: 1st Floor, Closet Style, Dryer – Electric Hookup, Stackable Accommodating, Washer Connection
  • Basement: None
  • Interior Features: Attic Stairs Disappearing, Bookcase, Cable Available, Ceiling 9ft+, Ceiling Fan, Ceiling Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling Smooth, Open Floor Plan, Smoke Detector, Walk In Closet, Countertops – Laminate, Window Trtments-AllRemain
  • Specialty Room: Laundry, Sun Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Cook Top-Electric, Stand Alone Rng-Electric, Microwave-Built In
  • Fireplace: None
  • Heating System: Electric, Forced Air
  • Cooling System: Central Forced, Electric
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Storage Space: Attic, Other/See Remarks
Bedroom Information
  • Bedroom 2: Y
  • Bedroom 3: N
  • Bedroom 4: N
Room Information
  • Number of Rooms Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Bedrooms Main Level: 2
  • Number of Bedrooms: 2
  • Number of Full Baths: 2
  • Number of Half Baths: 0
  • Number Full Baths on Main Level: 2
Additional Room Information
  • Living Room: Y
  • Dining Room: Y
  • Breakfast Room: N
  • Kitchen: Y
  • Great Room: N
  • Den: N
  • Bonus/Rec Room: N
  • Sun Room: Y

Property History for 1230 Melton Road, Unit COTTAGE 53

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 30, 2025

Closed

WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20282198

$230,000
May 30, 2025

Closed

Greater Greenville AOR #1544493

$230,000
Apr 29, 2025

Under Contract-No Show

Greater Greenville AOR #1544493

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/30/2025

Closed

WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20282198

$230,000
05/30/2025

Closed

Greater Greenville AOR #1544493

$230,000
04/29/2025

Under Contract-No Show

Greater Greenville AOR #1544493

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 1230 Melton Road, Unit COTTAGE 53

This home is within Oconee 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Keowee Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Walhalla Middle School
Public6 to 8

Walhalla High School
Public9 to 12

Fred P. Hamilton Career Center
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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