ASK ABOUT THE THIRTY NEW BOATSLIPS now boat ready! Direct lakefront and developer approved for full-time living if desired at purchase. The stunning lake views and cottage position make this home very special. Enjoy the large outdoor patio and privacy. Upgrades include the large, poured patio and new lvp flooring. If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat or a lake getaway, cottage 28 is a must see! Some photos are virtually staged. This established community offers many amenities. They include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, renovated fitness center, walking trails and more. There is no HOA. Cottage owners own their cottages and lease the land. There is a monthly regime of $685 for 2026 for lakefront cottages that includes land lease, landscaping maintenance, private gated community, gates up keeping, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center, lighting and more. The monthly fees vary for each buyer based on their specific usage. Monthly fees in Backwater Landing vary based on services such as boat slip rental, storage unit usage, and whether the owner is a full-time or part-time resident in the neighborhood. Contact your real estate agent about the fees structure. This is a private gated community. The gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. No rentals allowed less than a 12-month term. A modified tax structure adds to the savings of this remarkable Lake Keowee cottage. Please ask about the land lease, boat slip rentals, waitlist, and further details. Schedule your private tour today.
Primary bedroom with full bath and shower-only en suite
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms, both on the main level
Kitchen
Built-in microwave
Electric oven
Stand-alone smooth-top range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
First-floor laundry in a closet-style space
Flooring
Luxury vinyl tile/plank flooring
Heating & cooling
Electric heating with forced air and heat pump
Central electric forced cooling
Exterior features
Front porch
Screened porch
Additional porch area
Patio
Outdoor grill
Lake Keowee waterfront
Waterfront lot
Some trees
Sidewalks
Underground utilities
Leased lot
Home design
Single-story residential property
Built in 2003
Parking
Assigned parking (1 space)
Other/see remarks for additional driveway/parking details
Construction
Wood exterior
Architectural roof
Crawl space foundation
Utilities
Public water
Electric water heater
Septic sewer
Private garbage pickup
HOA & community
HOA fees include items described in remarks
Community amenities: boat storage, boat ramp, dock, marina, club house, pool, exercise facility, common areas, water access, walking trails, bike path, lights, landscape and lawn maintenance, pets allowed
Other
Residential property – discovery required
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
ASK ABOUT THE THIRTY NEW BOATSLIPS now boat ready! Direct lakefront and developer approved for full-time living if desired at purchase. The stunning lake views and cottage position make this home very special. Enjoy the large outdoor patio and privacy. Upgrades include the large, poured patio and new lvp flooring. If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat or a lake getaway, cottage 28 is a must see! Some photos are virtually staged. This established community offers many amenities. They include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, renovated fitness center, walking trails and more. There is no HOA. Cottage owners own their cottages and lease the land. There is a monthly regime of $685 for 2026 for lakefront cottages that includes land lease, landscaping maintenance, private gated community, gates up keeping, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center, lighting and more. The monthly fees vary for each buyer based on their specific usage. Monthly fees in Backwater Landing vary based on services such as boat slip rental, storage unit usage, and whether the owner is a full-time or part-time resident in the neighborhood. Contact your real estate agent about the fees structure. This is a private gated community. The gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. No rentals allowed less than a 12-month term. A modified tax structure adds to the savings of this remarkable Lake Keowee cottage. Please ask about the land lease, boat slip rentals, waitlist, and further details. Schedule your private tour today.
Greater Greenville MLS #1490866
May 30, 2023
Sold
$260,000
$263/sq ft
Mar 14, 2023
Price Changed
$275,000
$278/sq ft
Feb 2, 2023
Listed
$285,000
$288/sq ft
+31
Remarks
Water view cottage ready for immediate occupancy! Spacious, open floor plan with long water views. This two bedroom, two bath lake retreat is truly a vacationers delight offered turn-key. Enjoy lake views all year round through the large picture windows or from the fresh air screened porch. All furnishings, less personal belongings, and grill are included. Maintenance free community great for carefree living a weekend, week or lifelong stay. Community amenities include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, fitness room and walking trails. HOA includes landscaping maintenance, private gate, water, sewer, trash service, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center and more. BUYERS NOTE: This is a secure gated community. Gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. No rentals allowed less than a 12 month term. Exterior dock tie up can be rented for $15 a day for resident weekend use only (Friday-Sunday). Annual Boat Slip, enclosed lakefront kayak storage and secure boat/trailer/RV storage lease available. All features located on premises at a nominal fee. Exterior Paint completed August 2022.
WUMLS #20258990
Mar 14, 2023
Price Changed
$275,000
$278/sq ft
Feb 1, 2023
Listed
$285,000
$288/sq ft
WUMLS #20254462
Feb 1, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Aug 24, 2022
Listed
$285,000
$288/sq ft
WUMLS #20212504
Mar 1, 2019
Sold
$136,000
$137/sq ft
Jan 16, 2019
Listed
$139,000
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$618
2024
$618 (+71.0%)
2023
$361 (−67.5%)
2022
$1,111 (+1.8%)
2021
$1,092 (−0.8%)
2020
$1,100 (+5.9%)
2019
$1,039 (+2.7%)
2018
$1,012 (+0.8%)
2017
$1,004 (+11.2%)
2016
$903
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,207 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1999
Finished Sq. Ft.
888
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
888
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oconee County
APN
177-04-01-028
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
West Union, SC • 29696
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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66
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1230 Melton Rd #28
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