161 McMahan Road
Description
Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and income potential at Cabin by the Cove—a stunning lakefront retreat with 185 feet of prime Lake Keowee shoreline on over 2 acres (subdividable!). Recently renovated top to bottom in 2024, this home isn’t just a getaway—it’s a proven revenue generator, bringing in a projected $200K+ annually. Step inside and experience fresh wood ceilings, spa-like bathrooms, modern ceiling fans, and...FULLY FURNISHED - Cabin by the Cove Lakeside Lifestyle & Smart Investment
Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and income potential at Cabin by the Cove—a stunning lakefront retreat with 185 feet of prime Lake Keowee shoreline on over 2 acres (subdividable!). Recently renovated top to bottom in 2024, this home isn’t just a getaway—it’s a proven revenue generator, bringing in a projected $200K+ annually. Step inside and experience fresh wood ceilings, spa-like bathrooms, modern ceiling fans, and double glass doors framing breathtaking lake views. Additional updates include a new cooktop, freshly painted cabinets, a private beach area, stone accents, and more! 4 spacious bedrooms, bonus sleeping areas, and 3 full baths, plenty of room for family and guests alike. Open-concept kitchen, great room, and dining area—perfect for hosting! Two guest bedrooms and a full bath complete this level. Step out onto the 42-foot deck to enjoy panoramic lake views. Private Suite (Upper Level) provides a serene escape with a beautifully renovated bath and a private balcony overlooking the water. Walk-Out Basement is the ultimate hangout space! Enjoy an arcade, bar, lounge area, and starry-night ambiance. This level also features a queen bunk bed, a full bedroom with two beds, a full bath, and dual laundry facilities. Open the French doors to a massive lakeside porch with swings, seating areas, and a hot tub. Outdoor paradise has brand-new beach area, ideal for bonfires by the fire pit, while string lights create a magical glow along the covered dock and pathway. With 2+ acres to explore, your lake views remain unobstructed. Whether you want a vacation home or a lucrative short-term rental, this property delivers! This isn’t just a home—it’s a lifestyle and an investment opportunity you don’t want to miss! Prime Location - Minutes from Seneca’s shopping & dining - 20 minutes to Clemson – Perfect for game-day getaways 44 miles to Greenville & 38 miles to Highlands, NC – Great for day trips
Jet skis available for purchase separately.
- Listed by: Melissa Robison 864.631.7566 melissa@soldonupstate.com Brokerage DRE #18304 • Keller Williams Seneca
Recent comparable sales
Median sold price
$1,100,000
Avg days on market
65
Sale-to-list ratio
91.1%
West Union, SC
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- 1.27
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Sold 11/20/24
- 4
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Sold 02/20/26
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- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
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- Square Feet
- 0.85
- Acres
Location
Sold By Keller Williams Seneca
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1Property Information for 161 McMahan Road
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Oconee County
- Sub division: The Woods At Keowee
- Styles: Traditional
- Year Built: 1997
- Lot Size: 2.16 AC / 94,089 SF
- Area: 205-Oconee County, SC
- City: West Union
- City Name: West Union
- County Or Parish: Oconee
- Directions: From Seneca take Keowee School Rd - turn right onto Ebenezer Rd - Turn left onto McMahan Rd - House will be on the left
- Zip Code: 29696
- Parcel Number: 178-00-01-104
- Elementary school: Walhalla Elem
- Middle school: Walhalla Middle
- High school: Walhalla High
- Garage capacity: 2
- Garage type: DetachedCarport, Driveway
- Parking: DetachedCarport, Driveway
- Number of Acres: 2.16
- Number of stories: TwoAndOneHalf
- Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
- Property Type: Residential
- Sold appr above grades sqft: 2363.0
- Sold approx fin bsmt sqft: 0.0
- Sold approximate sqft: 2363.0
- Sq Ft Total: 2363.0
- Add endum: FULLY FURNISHED - Cabin by the Cove Lakeside Lifestyle & Smart Investment Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and income potential at Cabin by the Cove—a stunning lakefront retreat with 185 feet of prime Lake Keowee shoreline on over 2 acres (subdividable!). Recently renovated top to bottom in 2024, this home isn’t just a getaway—it’s a proven revenue generator, bringing in a projected $200K+ annually. Step inside and experience fresh wood ceilings, spa-like bathrooms, modern ceiling fans, and double glass doors framing breathtaking lake views. Additional updates include a new cooktop, freshly painted cabinets, a private beach area, stone accents, and more! 4 spacious bedrooms, bonus sleeping areas, and 3 full baths, plenty of room for family and guests alike. Open-concept kitchen, great room, and dining area—perfect for hosting! Two guest bedrooms and a full bath complete this level. Step out onto the 42-foot deck to enjoy panoramic lake views. Private Suite (Upper Level) provides a serene escape with a beautifully renovated bath and a private balcony overlooking the water. Walk-Out Basement is the ultimate hangout space! Enjoy an arcade, bar, lounge area, and starry-night ambiance. This level also features a queen bunk bed, a full bedroom with two beds, a full bath, and dual laundry facilities. Open the French doors to a massive lakeside porch with swings, seating areas, and a hot tub. Outdoor paradise has brand-new beach area, ideal for bonfires by the fire pit, while string lights create a magical glow along the covered dock and pathway. With 2+ acres to explore, your lake views remain unobstructed. Whether you want a vacation home or a lucrative short-term rental, this property delivers! This isn’t just a home—it’s a lifestyle and an investment opportunity you don’t want to miss! Prime Location - Minutes from Seneca’s shopping & dining - 20 minutes to Clemson – Perfect for game-day getaways 44 miles to Greenville & 38 miles to Highlands, NC – Great for day trips Jet skis available for purchase separately.
- Age range: 21-30 Years
- Approximate year built: 1997
- Developer 1 Stright refusal: False
- Supplement Count: 2
- Electric co: West Union
- Gasco: ElectricityAvailable,PhoneAvailable,SepticAvailable,WaterAvailable,CableAvailable
- Utilities On Site: CentralAir, Electric, ForcedAir
- Water co: West Union
- Exterior features: Balcony, Deck
- Exterior finish: WoodSiding
- Foundations: Basement
- Lake: Keowee
- Lake front: True
- Roof: Architectural, Shingle
- Appliances: BuiltInOven, ElectricWaterHeater, Microwave, Refrigerator, SmoothCooktop
- Basement: Daylight, Full, Finished, Heated, InteriorEntry, WalkOutAccess
- Floors: Concrete, LuxuryVinylPlank
- Beds Total: 4
- Heating system type: Central, Electric, ForcedAir
- Baths Full: 3
- Baths Half: 0
- Num full baths on main level: 1
- Num bedrooms on main level: 2
- Room Count: 0
Property History for 161 McMahan Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2025 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20284544 | $1,550,000 | — |
| Apr 21, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1556389028 | $1,550,000 | +28.4% / yr |
| Apr 2, 2025 | Under Contract-Show WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20284544 | — | |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20284544 | $1,600,000 | — |
| Mar 13, 2024 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20270681 | $1,160,000 | — |
| Feb 23, 2024 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1528707317 | $1,160,000 | +29.2% / yr |
| Jan 27, 2024 | Under Contract-No Show WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20270681 | — | |
| Jan 27, 2024 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20270681 | $1,200,000 | — |
| Jun 22, 2023 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20258668 | $975,000 | — |
| Jun 22, 2023 | Closed Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | $975,000 | — |
| Jun 20, 2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1513845159 | $975,000 | +26.7% / yr |
| May 1, 2023 | Under Contract-Show Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | — | |
| Apr 27, 2023 | Under Contract-No Show Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | — | |
| Apr 3, 2023 | Temporarily Off Market Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | — | |
| Feb 17, 2023 | Price Change Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | $989,000 | — |
| Jan 23, 2023 | Listed (Active) Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Jan 23, 2023 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20258668 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Nov 15, 2022 | Withdrawn WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20252798 | $1,198,000 | — |
| Jul 2, 2022 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20252798 | $1,198,000 | — |
| Jul 1, 2022 | Withdrawn WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20242063 | $1,198,000 | — |
| Aug 3, 2021 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20242063 | $1,450,000 | — |
| Jul 21, 2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #553798628 | $150,000 | -98.2% / yr |
| Jun 12, 2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #551358878 | $230,000 | — |
| Jun 12, 2015 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20161366 | $230,000 | — |
| Jun 12, 2015 | Closed Greater Greenville AOR #1293764 | $230,000 | — |
| Apr 15, 2015 | Under Contract-No Show Greater Greenville AOR #1293764 | — | |
| Apr 14, 2015 | Under Contract-No Show WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20161366 | — | |
| Jan 22, 2015 | Listed (Active) Greater Greenville AOR #1293764 | $265,000 | — |
| Jan 22, 2015 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20161366 | $265,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2025 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20284544 | $1,550,000 |
| 04/21/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1556389028 | $1,550,000 +28.4% / yr |
| 04/02/2025 | Under Contract-Show WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20284544 | — |
| 03/03/2025 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20284544 | $1,600,000 |
| 03/13/2024 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20270681 | $1,160,000 |
| 02/23/2024 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1528707317 | $1,160,000 +29.2% / yr |
| 01/27/2024 | Under Contract-No Show WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20270681 | — |
| 01/27/2024 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20270681 | $1,200,000 |
| 06/22/2023 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20258668 | $975,000 |
| 06/22/2023 | Closed Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | $975,000 |
| 06/20/2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1513845159 | $975,000 +26.7% / yr |
| 05/01/2023 | Under Contract-Show Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | — |
| 04/27/2023 | Under Contract-No Show Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | — |
| 04/03/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | — |
| 02/17/2023 | Price Change Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | $989,000 |
| 01/23/2023 | Listed (Active) Greater Greenville AOR #1490170 | $1,100,000 |
| 01/23/2023 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20258668 | $1,100,000 |
| 11/15/2022 | Withdrawn WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20252798 | $1,198,000 |
| 07/02/2022 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20252798 | $1,198,000 |
| 07/01/2022 | Withdrawn WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20242063 | $1,198,000 |
| 08/03/2021 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20242063 | $1,450,000 |
| 07/21/2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #553798628 | $150,000 -98.2% / yr |
| 06/12/2015 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #551358878 | $230,000 |
| 06/12/2015 | Closed WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20161366 | $230,000 |
| 06/12/2015 | Closed Greater Greenville AOR #1293764 | $230,000 |
| 04/15/2015 | Under Contract-No Show Greater Greenville AOR #1293764 | — |
| 04/14/2015 | Under Contract-No Show WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20161366 | — |
| 01/22/2015 | Listed (Active) Greater Greenville AOR #1293764 | $265,000 |
| 01/22/2015 | Listed (Active) WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20161366 | $265,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 161 McMahan Road
Schools near 161 McMahan Road
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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 161 McMahan Road, West Union, SC 29696 | $1,550,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,363 | 94,089 |
$117,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,868 | 94,961 | |
$840,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,944 | 280,526 | |
– | 4 | 2 | 1,158 | 216,929 | |
$150,000 | – | – | – | 204,732 | |
$100,000 | – | – | 1,960 | 64,469 | |
$1,295,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,135 | 27,878 | |
$775,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,140 | 54,014 | |
$41,000 | – | – | – | 54,014 | |
$775,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,107 | 54,014 | |
$225,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,600 | 43,560 | |
$487,500 | 6 | 7 | 7,596 | 298,822 | |
$132,000 | – | – | – | 26,136 | |
$799,000 | – | – | – | 50,529 | |
$22,400 | – | – | – | 34,412 | |
$92,500 | – | – | – | 34,412 |
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