LAKEFRONT MOUNTAIN RETREAT. Custom Built Home On Chattooga Lake. Swim, Kayak And Fish Mere Steps From Your Door. Level Lot With Easy Lake Access. Generous parking for the whole family. Wonderful memories have been made here, now it's your turn! Comes with a John Boat, a Fiberglass Boat and a Pedal Boat. Plus, Short Term rentals are allowed. Main floor offers open concept living with an expansive porch featuring a Naturescape porch enclosure. Complete with propane heat and TV, giving you 2 gathering spaces. Effortlessly go from screened porch to heated space in this 4-season room. Excellent entertaining space with year round views. It was even featured on the cover of Lake Living magazine upon it's completion. In addition there are 2 bedrooms with a shared bath. Plus a powder room for guests. Upstairs you will find a bedroom, full bath and sitting area. Ample storage throughout the property. Overall, a very accomodating home. Lower level consists of a great space beneath the porch for hanging out lakeside. Plumbing is in place for an outdoor shower, with both hot and cold water. The large unfinished basement makes convenient storage for lake toys. Dock is 12' x 14' with 4 feet of water depth. Unobstructed mountain views make for gorgeous sunrises AND sunsets! Looking for mountains, water and privacy? This is it. Want remote living with peace of mind? The Generac Generator has you covered. Mountain Rest is home to many outdoor activities - hiking, biking, fishing and more. Necessities available in this community include Tunnel Town Express, Dollar General, US Post Office and Oconee County Recycling Center. There are shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities in nearby Walhalla SC. Additionally Clayton GA, Highlands NC, and Cashiers NC are 30 minute drives.
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Market trends in 29664, SC
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-list price
104.8%
+6.6% MoM
Median sale price
$357K
$123K MoM
Avg. days on market
96d
7 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
3 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $2,809 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 735 Chattooga Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
WUMLS #20296394
Jun 5, 2026
Sold
$485,000
$266/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Contingent
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May 5, 2026
Price Changed
$499,000
$274/sq ft
Mar 20, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$288/sq ft
Feb 5, 2026
Listed
$550,000
$302/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$603
2024
$603 (−1.3%)
2023
$611
2022
$611 (−2.8%)
2021
$629 (−0.9%)
2020
$634
2019
$634 (−62.9%)
2018
$1,709 (+185.8%)
2017
$598 (+21.8%)
2016
$491
2013
$491
$1,645 + $5,048
$6,693
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
1,824
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oconee County
APN
059-01-01-004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
CFD
Control Free District
The control free district is intended to be the initial zoning district for all parcels within the jurisdiction at the time of initial adoption of zoning in Oconee County, only; any parcel subsequently rezoned to any other district shall not be a part of the control free district at any future date.
May 15, 2002 • Active
Migrated
Construct a new single-family home.
New construction
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Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
Parking
Features: Attached Carport, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Room Types: Laundry, Living Room, Sunroom, Workshop
Has Basement
Basement Information: Unfinished, Sump Pump
Room 1 Information
Screened Porch
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14x37
Room 2 Information
Loft
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 15x13
Room 3 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Upper
Dimensions: 12x12
Room 4 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12x12
Room 5 Information
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14x11
Room 6 Information
Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15x15
Room 7 Information
Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10x10
Room 8 Information
Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12x12
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Gas, Gas Log, Option
Equipment
Generator, Satellite Dish
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Community Features: Boat Facilities, Common Grounds/Area, Gated, Short Term Rental Allowed, Water Access, Dock
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,824
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Oconee County
APN: 059-01-01-004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
James M. Brown Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 10.3mi
6/10
Walhalla Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.7mi
7/10
Walhalla High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.6mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Mountain Rest. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$509,000 – $616,000
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