Big Lake Keowee water views are seen from this affordable cottage at Backwater Landing. This bright 2 bedroom/1.5 bathroom home is located right on the walking trail, which is the only thing that separates the cottage from Lake Keowee. This cottage comes with some furniture and appliances. It has a larger screened porch than most other cottages in the neighborhood. Separate exterior storage area can be locked. $3,000 credit offered for interior paint and flooring. Photos show stairs to the parking area as well as a paved path that can be used with a golf cart to access parking area. The rustic club house contains a full kitchen, wood-burning fire place, pool table, library, gym and playroom. A one mile walking trail meanders beside the waterfront of the entire subdivision. This gated community may have boat slips available to rent. The community now has broadband internet access through One Tone Telecom. Backwater Landing is a great place to go for the weekend and for Clemson game nights. If you are lucky enough to live in Oconee County, Backwater Landing can be your full time home. Call today for this affordable lakefront opportunity.
This is a little used cottage with big water views. It is a stick built unit with cathedral ceilings & side dormer. Attic area offers good storage for out of season items. Come join the pampered lake life living at this gated community. All you have to bring is your loved ones, food & personal items. The pool, landscaping, walkways & clubhouse are taken care of for you. Sold unfurnished but owner is leaving furniture to show how it can look. Front porch decking & siding are being repainted.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2016
$3,777
Tax history for 1224 Melton Road, Lot 29
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2016
$3,777
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4.62 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
1,400
Year built
2004
Style
Other
County
Oconee County
APN
1920004001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Feb 6, 2021.
LRD
KEOWEE JOCASSEE 750 OVERLAY
Lake Residential District
This district is intended to provide for residential single family development around the lakes and for those related uses that are normally associated with lake residential communities. Those uses that may generate negative secondary effects impacting the quality of life shall be discouraged.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Timberland
Mar 10, 2025 • Final
Trade
Electrical
Grading
Aug 20, 2003 • Active
Migrated
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Equipment
Satellite Dish
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features
Window Features: Blinds, Vinyl
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Other Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Laminate Countertop, Smooth Ceilings
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Details: 11-20 Years
Roof Details: Composition, Shingle
Construction Details: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
Security Features: Gated Community
Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Community
Lot Information
Lot Features: Outside City Limits, Subdivision, Trees, Views
Has Waterfront
Water Body Name: Keowee
Waterfront Features: Water Access
Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 888
Foundation Details: Crawlspace
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $969.65
Tax Year: 2015
Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: Yes
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Annually
Association Fee Includes: Pool(s), Recreation Facilities, Street Lights, Trash, Water, Maintenance Grounds
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Trails/Paths, Water Access, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,400
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.62 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Oconee County
APN: 1920004001
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 6, 2021
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Schools
Northside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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Seneca Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
6/10
Seneca High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
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Estimated sale price
$448,000 – $542,000
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