Remarks: Step into a world of elegance and tranquility with this beautifully remodeled home, expertly crafted by local builder J. Francis. Reimagined down to the studs, this residence seamlessly blends modern luxury with timeless charm. Located in the highly desirable area between Pelham/I-85 and Five Forks, this 4-bedroom, 2 full bath, and 2 half bath estate rests on a sprawling 5.13-acre property, offering privacy, space, and an array of premium amenities, including a garage apartment. The grand two-story foyer opens to an inviting great room, featuring a cozy gas fireplace, perfect for relaxation. Adjacent is the chef’s kitchen, boasting bright, updated finishes ideal for family gatherings and entertaining. The main-level primary suite ensures ultimate comfort and privacy, while a rec room, complete with a fireplace and built-in cabinets, serves as a versatile movie or playroom for kids of all ages. Step out to the screened porch, complete with a fireplace, offering views of a serene outdoor paradise that includes a sparkling pool with a covered sitting area and expansive grounds leading to a massive fire pit. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms each feature private balconies, providing personal retreats for family or guests. Outside, enjoy your very own oasis with a saltwater pool, perfect for hours of relaxation and fun. Gather around the custom firepit with family and friends, surrounded by the beauty of nature. The property’s extensive grounds include private bike and walking trails that wind through the woods, leading to a tranquil creek at the property’s edge. Additional features include a detached 4-car garage with an upper-level apartment, complete with a Murphy Bed, full bath, kitchenette, and private balcony—perfect for guests or a secluded home office. This property is more than a home; it’s a lifestyle. Schedule your showing today to experience this breathtaking estate firsthand.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
5.3 acresLot Size
$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by David Seaver• Coldwell Banker Caine/Williams
"MUCH SOUGHT AFTER GEM" located in the Five Forks area near Mesa Soccer Fields on 5.13 Acres of land with No HOA! Come out to your own paradise without leaving all the award winning schools (Oakview/Riverside/JL Mann) and shopping. This home has it ALL! Drive up to your circular drive way and be greeted with beautiful southern charm. Walk in to your 2 story foyer with Formal Dining on your right and private master tucked away down a hallway to your left. This beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 full bath and 2 half bath has everything that today's buyer is wanting. Great room with gas fireplace, Bonus/Rec room on main with gas fireplace and bright updated eat in kitchen. Upstairs you will find 3 more bedroom that have their own private balcony. Relax on your house length deck with covered area and fireplace overlooking a salt water in-ground pool. Detached 4 car garage with private entrance to a garage apartment that features a full bath, small kitchen and its own private balcony. Have I mentioned all the land? 5.13 acres of land with your every own bike /walking trail through the woods to the creek on the very back of the property. This one will not last long!! Show today!!
Greater Greenville MLS #1181936
Oct 29, 2009
Sold
$493,000
$133/sq ft
Sep 14, 2009
Listing Removed
—
May 19, 2009
Listed
$499,900
$135/sq ft
+19
Remarks
$30,000 PRICE REDUCTION! GREAT BUY ON 5.10 ACRES (2 FENCED W/INGROUND SPRINKLER), IN-LAW APARTMENT, 4-CAR GARAGE, MASTER ON MAIN AND INGROUND POOL are just a few of the qualities that can be found here! Looking for a well-maintained home on the Eastside with the feel of country living but within minutes of amenities – you are HOME! As you drive toward the home down a culdesac street of mature trees, and well-maintained homes on minimum acre lots, you know something special awaits. Brick pillars flank the entry of a paved driveway accented by mature plantings, leading to this lovely home. A large front fountain is the focal point of the landscape design and can be enjoyed from the large covered front entry or upper balcony. A grand 2-story foyer accented with ceramic tile flooring and custom wall treatments welcome you into this open floor plan home. As you continue to the right, columns with an arched entry leads you into the elegant formal dining room complete with wainscoting trim, extra moldings, large windows plus ceramic tile flooring. From the dining room you can access a well appointed Kitchen that is sure to please the most discriminative chef. The custom Kitchen provides an abundance of beautiful cabinetry and counter space plus a pantry and center island for additional storage and workspace. Cabinets are accented by a neutral tile backsplash, and a black smooth cooktop stove w/convection, self-cleaning oven, microwave and dishwasher. Adjoining the kitchen is a well-positioned breakfast area with great windows overlooking the tranquil backyard and a backdoor allowing ease of access to the oversized deck. A gas-log fireplace is the focal point of the spacious Great Room, adjacent to the Kitchen, complete with built-in bookcase and french doors allowing access onto the back deck. The spacious Master suite is located on the left side of the home and adjoins a luxurious bath featuring a garden jetted tub, separate shower, dual vanities, his and her closets and a private water closet. French doors from the Master lead out onto a private covered patio area that adjoins the deck and overlooks the tranquil back yard. From the foyer a stairway leads to the second level of the home providing three nicely sized bedrooms, a private balcony and a full bath w/dual vanities and ceramic flooring. From the Kitchen area a small hallway leads to a half bath, small office area, a laundry room and a huge bonus room accented by pergo flooring and french doors leading outside. A detached garage provides a two car area on upper level, a two car area on basement level, a side yard door, a ½ bath for pool guests, utility sink and private entry into the finished Apartment. The apartment/mother-in-law suite features approx 500sf of living space providing a kitchen with white cabinetry and laminate hardwood flooring, a carpeted area with plenty of space for a bedroom suite, nice closet storage, a full bath plus French doors that lead out onto a screened porch. The Apartment is serviced by a separate HVAC and electric meter! Additional features include approx 5.10 acres w/approx 2 fenced acres w/in-ground sprinkler system, an inground pool w/pergola and extensive pool decking, Smooth ceilings, low maintenance living with vinyl siding/trim, outside building and tall crawlspace for additional storage and so much more! City water available if desired – water line run down street in front of home. If SF is important, please have buyer verify. Sellers offering First American Home warranty w/well coverage for buyer peace of mind. NOTE: SELLERS NEED 2 HOUR NOTICE BEFORE ALL SHOWINGS!
Public Records
Nov 10, 1998
Sold
$42,410
$11/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 1998
Sold
$51,000
$14/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1980
Sold
$108,000
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,254 (+95.4%)
$424,990 + $1,017,100
$1,442,090
2024
$4,224 (−1.7%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2023
$4,295 (+5.0%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2022
$4,090 (−66.4%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2021
$12,182 (+304.7%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2020
$3,010
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2019
$3,010 (−3.4%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2018
$3,116 (+0.6%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2017
$3,097 (+4.1%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2016
$2,975 (+3.2%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2014
$2,884
$128,500 + $361,210
$489,710
2013
$2,883
$5,190 + $14,448
$19,638
Tax history for 537 Mahaffey Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,254 (+95.4%)
$424,990 + $1,017,100
$1,442,090
2024
$4,224 (−1.7%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2023
$4,295 (+5.0%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2022
$4,090 (−66.4%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2021
$12,182 (+304.7%)
$282,500 + $432,110
$714,610
2020
$3,010
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2019
$3,010 (−3.4%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2018
$3,116 (+0.6%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2017
$3,097 (+4.1%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2016
$2,975 (+3.2%)
$128,500 + $373,380
$501,880
2014
$2,884
$128,500 + $361,210
$489,710
2013
$2,883
$5,190 + $14,448
$19,638
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.13 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,223
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greenville County
APN
0531010101700
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
R-S
Residential Suburban District
The purpose of this district is to provide reasonable safeguards for areas that are in the process of development with predominantly single-family dwellings but are generally still rural in character. Provision is made for reduction of the minimum lot size where public or community sewerage and water systems are available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Detached Garage 3+ Cars
Garage Capacity: 4
Driveway: Circular, Extra Pad, Paved Concrete
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Main Level): 1
Primary Bedroom Features: Double Sink, Full Bath, Primary on Main Lvl, Shower-Separate, Tub-Separate, Walk-in Closet, Multiple Closets
Master Bedroom Size: 14 x 20
2nd Bedroom Size: 13 x 13
3rd Bedroom Size: 13 x 12
Bedroom # 4 Size: 13 x 12
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Interior Features
Second Living Quarters: Detached, Kitchen/Kitchenette, Separate Entrance
2 Story Foyer, 2nd Stair Case, Bookcase, Cable Available, Ceiling (9 Ft +), Ceiling (Fan), Ceiling (Smooth), Open Floor Plan, Security System (Owned), Smoke Detector, Walk In Closet, In-Law Suite, Countertops – Quartz, Pantry – Walk In, Window Trtments-AllRemain
# of Fireplaces: 2
Gas Logs, Gas Starter, Ventless
Appliances: Cook Top (Gas), Dishwasher, Disposal, Stand Alone Range (Gas), Refrigerator, Oven (Gas), Wine Chiller, Microwave-Built In, Range Hood
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Slate
Kitchen/Dining Room
Kitchen Size: 13 x 12
Dining Room Size: 13 x 12
Sq. Ft. Information
Sq. Ft. Finished and Heated: 3200-3399
Approx. Finished/Heated Sq Ft: 3,697
Below Grade Finished Sq Ft Range: None
Unfinished Sq Ft Range: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Below Grade: 0
# of Bedrooms Main Level: 1
Living Room Size: 20 x 17
Approx. Living Room Size: 20x17
Laundry: 1st Floor, Walk-in, Dryer – Electric Hookup, Washer Connection
Bonus/Rec Room Size: 23 x 22
Breakfast Room Size: 10 x 8
Laundry, Media Room/Home Theater, Bonus Room/Rec Room, 2nd Kitchen/Kitchenette, Breakfast Area
Other Room Information
Other Rooms Finished Sq Ft Range: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio, Porch (Screened), Vinyl/Aluminum Trim, Outdoor Fireplace, Porch-Covered Back