498 Raines Road

Metal roofing and rustic vertical siding define this two-story structure featuring an elevated wrap-around deck.
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Functional outbuildings sit nestled against a scenic backdrop of rolling, tree-covered hills.
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Neat rows of cultivated crops span across the fertile acreage of this expansive land.
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Aerial perspective reveals structured crop rows and greenhouses nestled alongside dense woodland borders.
Rolling green hills and an orchard yield to distant mountain ridges under clear blue skies.
Rolling green hills and distant mountain ridges frame this expansive rural acreage.
Rolling green pastures and cultivated fields extend toward distant mountain ridges under clear blue skies.
Rolling green hills and dense woodlands surround the active agricultural fields and greenhouse structures.
Rolling green hills and cultivated fields surround a distant rural estate under clear blue skies.
Rolling green hills and distant mountain ridges frame an expansive orchard under clear blue skies.
Rolling green hills and an established orchard yield distant mountain views under open blue skies.
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Functional outbuildings sit nestled against a dense backdrop of mature forest trees.
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Active
$2,650,000
4 beds2,400 sqft$1,104/sqft
498 Raines Rd, Mountain Rest, SC 29664
Est: $13,474/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
55 acresLot Size
$1,104/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Some properties offer acreage. Others offer views. A few others agricultural potential but 498 Raines Rd. in the highly sought after Oconee Co. South Carolina offers them all together in one extraordinary South facing 55+ unrestricted acres with 360° Blue Ridge Mountain View's. Set between Seneca, South Carolina and Clayton Georgia for convenient shopping and restaurants yet private only one mile away from Sumter National Forest and Chattooga River just up the road this remarkable private estate...Some properties offer acreage. Others offer views. A few others agricultural potential but 498 Raines Rd. in the highly sought after Oconee Co. South Carolina offers them all together in one extraordinary South facing 55+ unrestricted acres with 360° Blue Ridge Mountain View's. Set between Seneca, South Carolina and Clayton Georgia for convenient shopping and restaurants yet private only one mile away from Sumter National Forest and Chattooga River just up the road this remarkable private estate combines three State Mountain views., fertile soil market gardens with irrigation, well established mixed variety fruit orchards on rolling green hills featuring one of the southernmost apple orchards in the United States, abundant water, extensive agricultural infrastructure, along with multiple mountain view building sites. A beautifully designed timber frame four bedroom home with extra large closets, three full tub/shower baths, newer metal roof and high speed internet. This Home features soaring wood plank cathedral ceilings and walls ,
3/4" yellow pine plank floors with open kitchen floor plan an extra large island, walk in pantry with open dinning/ living area and dedicated laundry room. Lower level, separate living area provides excellent flexibility for multigenerational, living or guests and it's all new with shiplap walls, new custom wood white cabinets, granite countertops, Farm-sink and island, new stainless appliances, shiplap walls and LVP plank flooring. This level offers two bedrooms with extra large closets, a full bath with double sink vanity, tile floors, and a tiled shower/ tub. It features an extra large walk in pantry-laundry room with deep double stainless sink, with lots of cabinets for extra storage and its own designated new HVAC. Outside this property has two large heated 102' x 30' irrigated greenhouses and a heated 14' x 50' seedling house with attached washing and packaging area workshop. A Walk-in cooler and drying storage building creates an easy care vegetable area along with an excellent opportunity for extra income by adding a Farm stand. A 600' deep prolific well is another standout feature with 6" casing yields over 65 gallons per minute and a hand pump installed for off grid living if needed. A cleared level Mountain View hill top surrounded by rolling green hilled orchards provide some of the most spectacular short and long range three state views for a Home or hospitality venues so popular today. If it's a multigenerational self-sufficient Homestead, Income production, or just living on a beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain View countryside estate set by thousands of acres of national forests this epic estate offers the opportunity to have it all!
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  • Listed by: Cliff Powell 864.985.2353 Cliftop2014@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #5725 • Powell Real Estate
Last updated: 09/01/2026 10:39 AM • Source: WESTERN UPSTATE MLS, MLS#: 20305280

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Property Information for 498 Raines Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Oconee County
  • Styles: Farmhouse
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Lot Size: 55.00 AC / 2,395,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: 202-Oconee County, SC
  • City: Mountain Rest
  • City Name: Mountain Rest
  • County Or Parish: Oconee
  • Directions: Hwy 28 W, left on Whetstone, left on Cassidy Bridge, left on Academy, right on Raines.
  • Zip Code: 29664
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 113-00-04-007
  • Parcel Number 2: 113-00-04-023
School Information
  • Elementary school: James M Brown Elem
  • Middle school: Walhalla Middle
  • High school: Walhalla High
Parking
  • Garage capacity: 2
  • Garage type: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Other
  • Parking: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Other
Property
Lot Information
  • Approximate sqft: 2400.0
  • Number of Acres: 55.0
  • Number of stories: Two
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Add endum: Some properties offer acreage. Others offer views. A few others agricultural potential but 498 Raines Rd. in the highly sought after Oconee Co. South Carolina offers them all together in one extraordinary South facing 55+ unrestricted acres with 360° Blue Ridge Mountain View's. Set between Seneca, South Carolina and Clayton Georgia for convenient shopping and restaurants yet private only one mile away from Sumter National Forest and Chattooga River just up the road this remarkable private estate combines three State Mountain views., fertile soil market gardens with irrigation, well established mixed variety fruit orchards on rolling green hills featuring one of the southernmost apple orchards in the United States, abundant water, extensive agricultural infrastructure, along with multiple mountain view building sites. A beautifully designed timber frame four bedroom home with extra large closets, three full tub/shower baths, newer metal roof and high speed internet. This Home features soaring wood plank cathedral ceilings and walls , 3/4" yellow pine plank floors with open kitchen floor plan an extra large island, walk in pantry with open dinning/ living area and dedicated laundry room. Lower level, separate living area provides excellent flexibility for multigenerational, living or guests and it's all new with shiplap walls, new custom wood white cabinets, granite countertops, Farm-sink and island, new stainless appliances, shiplap walls and LVP plank flooring. This level offers two bedrooms with extra large closets, a full bath with double sink vanity, tile floors, and a tiled shower/ tub. It features an extra large walk in pantry-laundry room with deep double stainless sink, with lots of cabinets for extra storage and its own designated new HVAC. Outside this property has two large heated 102' x 30' irrigated greenhouses and a heated 14' x 50' seedling house with attached washing and packaging area workshop. A Walk-in cooler and drying storage building creates an easy care vegetable area along with an excellent opportunity for extra income by adding a Farm stand. A 600' deep prolific well is another standout feature with 6" casing yields over 65 gallons per minute and a hand pump installed for off grid living if needed. A cleared level Mountain View hill top surrounded by rolling green hilled orchards provide some of the most spectacular short and long range three state views for a Home or hospitality venues so popular today. If it's a multigenerational self-sufficient Homestead, Income production, or just living on a beautiful Blue Ridge Mountain View countryside estate set by thousands of acres of national forests this epic estate offers the opportunity to have it all!
  • Age range: 11-20 Years
  • Developer 1 Stright refusal: False
  • Supplement Count: 3
Utilities
  • Electric co: Mountain Rest
  • Gasco: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Propane,Septic Available,Underground Utilities
  • Utilities On Site: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Multi Units, Zoned
  • Water co: Mountain Rest
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior features: Deck
  • Exterior finish: Stone Veneer, Wood Siding
  • Foundations: Basement
  • Lake front: False
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Basement: Daylight, Full, Finished, Heated, Walk Out Access
  • Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Beds Total: 4
  • Heating system type: Electric, Heat Pump, Propane, Multiple Heating Units, Other, See Remarks, Zoned
Room Information
Bathrooms
  • Baths Full: 3
  • Num full baths on main level: 2
Bedrooms
  • Num bedrooms on main level: 2

Property History for 498 Raines Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20305280

$2,650,000—
Jan 10, 2020

Closed

GAMLS #8654585

$575,000—
Nov 7, 2019

Under Contract-No Show

GAMLS #8654585

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2026

Listed (Active)

WESTERN UPSTATE MLS #20305280

$2,650,000
01/10/2020

Closed

GAMLS #8654585

$575,000
11/07/2019

Under Contract-No Show

GAMLS #8654585

—

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Public Records for 498 Raines Road

Taxable ValueLand$15,004Additions-Total$15,004
Tax Record2025$49 ($4 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size2,051,240 SqFtStyleFarmsCountyOCONEEAPN113-00-04-007

Schools near 498 Raines Road

This home is within Oconee 01 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Westminster Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
West Oak Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
West-Oak High School
Public - 9 to 12
Fred P. Hamilton Career Center
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Westminster Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

West Oak Middle School
Public6 to 8

West-Oak High School
Public9 to 12

Fred P. Hamilton Career Center
Public9 to 12

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More information about 498 Raines Road, Mountain Rest, SC 29664

498 Raines Road is a single family home for sale in Mountain Rest, SC 29664. This property was listed for sale on August 28, 2026 by Powell Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,650,000. It has been on the market for a total of 10 days and was last sold on January 10, 2020. This listing's school district is Oconee 01 School District. Nearby schools include Westminster Elementary School, West Oak Middle School and West-Oak High School. 498 Raines Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,400 sqft single family home.

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