1230 Melton Rd Unit Cottage 5, West Union, SC 29696
About this home
Remarks: Welcome to your waterfront Lake Keowee getaway! Cottage number five is a direct waterfront cottage with a bird's-eye, deep and wide, unobstructed lake view. This lakefront cottage features an open floor plan, move-in-ready condition, and is being sold partially furnished! There is a renovated kitchen, stainless appliances, updated lighting, upgraded granite, a white denim sleeper sofa, cocktail lounge area, bright and beachy color scheme and decor, and a golf cart that can be purchased separately. Get ready to enjoy the lake life immediately! Bring your lake wear and enjoy the clubhouse and a cozy fire. Play pool in the billiards room, relax and read in the library, workout in the newly renovated gym or take a dip in the pool as soon as the weather warms up! Don't forget the beach! It's fun to hang out there too! If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat and lake getaway, this is it! This established community offers many amenities mentioned above. They include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, fitness room and walking trails. Regime (not HOA) includes landscaping maintenance, private gated community, water for part-time owners, sewer, trash service, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center, lighting and more. This is a private gated community. Gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. Cottage five has everything you need to make your lake dreams come true. No rentals are allowed with less than a twelve month term. A modified tax structure adds to the savings of this remarkable Lake Keowee cottage. Please ask agents about the land lease, boat slip rentals, and further details.
Single-familyProperty Type
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$371Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Cate Kassab• Justin Winter & Assoc
Listed by Thomas Kassab• Justin Winter & Assoc
Bought with Terri Anderson• Western Upstate Keller William
Welcome to your waterfront Lake Keowee getaway! Cottage number five is a direct waterfront cottage with a bird's-eye, deep and wide, unobstructed lake view. This lakefront cottage features an open floor plan, move-in-ready condition, and is being sold partially furnished! There is a renovated kitchen, stainless appliances, updated lighting, upgraded granite, a white denim sleeper sofa, cocktail lounge area, bright and beachy color scheme and decor, and a golf cart that can be purchased separately. Get ready to enjoy the lake life immediately! Bring your lake wear and enjoy the clubhouse and a cozy fire. Play pool in the billiards room, relax and read in the library, workout in the newly renovated gym or take a dip in the pool as soon as the weather warms up! Don't forget the beach! It's fun to hang out there too! If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat and lake getaway, this is it! This established community offers many amenities mentioned above. They include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, fitness room and walking trails. Regime (not HOA) includes landscaping maintenance, private gated community, water for part-time owners, sewer, trash service, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center, lighting and more. This is a private gated community. Gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. Cottage five has everything you need to make your lake dreams come true. No rentals are allowed with less than a twelve month term. A modified tax structure adds to the savings of this remarkable Lake Keowee cottage. Please ask agents about the land lease, boat slip rentals, and further details.
WUMLS #20231053
Sep 28, 2020
Sold
$165,000
$183/sq ft
Aug 14, 2020
Listed
$168,900
$188/sq ft
+36
Completely renovated in 2019. New siding, roof, floorcovering, cabinets, countertops, lighting, bath fixtures. .. everything! Open water views from large picture windows along the entire lakeside. A spacious waterfront retreat on the shores of Lake Keowee with a covered open porch and year round open water views. Recent custom renovation offering an open floor plan great for entertaining. Inviting features include a foyer entry and welcoming great room with large picture windows and sliding glass entry to the covered porch. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances with a smooth top range/oven, granite counters and an undermount deep bowl stainless sink. The master suite bath offers a 5' shower with direct access to the washer/dryer and a bedroom large enough to home a king sized bed set. The guest room offers a spacious closet and loads of natural light. There is a concrete golf cart pad and grill area just beside the entry. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered porch with afternoon shade for enjoyable evenings. Unlike any other unit in the community. This is a must see. The community clubhouse and swimming pool are only a short ride away. Guest parking and community boardwalk access is close by. Community amenities include a fabulous lakefront lodge, swimming pool, marina, beach and walking trails. HOA fee is $525 per month: includes landscaping maintenance, private gated community, water, sewer, trash service, pool, clubhouse, walking trails, fitness center and more. Modified tax structure add to the savings of this remarkable Keowee waterfront buy. Please call Listing Agent for details. Buyers Note: This is a private gated community. Gate is monitored with no public access. Entry requires agent representation. No rentals allowed less than a 12 month term.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$912 (+142.7%)
2024
$376 (−67.5%)
2023
$1,154 (−1.4%)
2022
$1,170 (+1.7%)
2021
$1,150 (+638.2%)
2020
$156 (+94.4%)
2019
$80 (−91.1%)
2018
$905 (+0.8%)
2017
$898 (+17.4%)
2016
$765
Tax history for 1230 Melton Rd Unit Cottage 5
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$912 (+142.7%)
2024
$376 (−67.5%)
2023
$1,154 (−1.4%)
2022
$1,170 (+1.7%)
2021
$1,150 (+638.2%)
2020
$156 (+94.4%)
2019
$80 (−91.1%)
2018
$905 (+0.8%)
2017
$898 (+17.4%)
2016
$765
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
971 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
784
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oconee County
APN
177-04-01-005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 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.
Primary Bedroom Features: Full Bath, Primary on Main Lvl, Shower Only
Master Bedroom Size: 11 x 12
2nd Bedroom Size: 10 x 11
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Full) on Main Level: 2
Interior Features
Ceiling (9 Ft +), Ceiling (Fan), Ceiling (Smooth), Countertops (Granite), Open Floor Plan
None
Appliances: Cook Top (Smooth), Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Cook Top (Electric), Oven (Electric), Stand Alone Range (Electric), Microwave-Built In
Floors: Luxury Vinyl Tile/Plank
Kitchen/Dining Room
Kitchen Size: 9 x 13
Sq. Ft. Information
Sq. Ft. Finished and Heated: 0700-999
Below Grade Finished Sq Ft Range: None
Unfinished Sq Ft Range: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Below Grade: 0
# of Bedrooms Main Level: 2
Living Room Size: 9 x 12
Approx. Living Room Size: 9x12
Laundry: Closet Style
Breakfast Room Size: 8 x 9
Other (See Remarks)
Other Room Information
Other Rooms Finished Sq Ft Range: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Porch (Front)
Roof: Architectural
Exterior Finish: Hardboard Siding
Property Information
Residential Property Discovery Required
Land Information
Lake: Lake Keowee
Lake Property
Lake Property Features: Water Front Lot
Lot Information
Lot Description: Some Trees, Water Front, Leased Lot
Approximate Lot Dimensions: 0
Lot Size/Acreage: 1/2 Acre or Less
Building Information
# of Stories: 1
Approximate Age: 11-20
Foundation: Crawl Space
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Public
Water Heater: Electric
Sewer: Septic
Heating System: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Garbage Pickup: Private
Garage Type: See Parking Features
Cooling System: Central Forced, Electric
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee Includes: Other/See Remarks
School Information
Elementary School: Walhalla
Elementary School: Walhalla
Middle School: Walhalla
Middle School: Walhalla
Walhalla
Community Amenities
Community Amenities: Boat Storage, Club House, Common Areas, Exercise Facility, Gated Community, Lights, Pool, Water Access, Dock, Lawn Maintenance, Boat Ramp, Landscape Maintenance, Walking Trails, Marina
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 784
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 971 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Oconee County
APN: 177-04-01-005
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Other
Listing Data Information
LVT Date: 2024-02-11
Around this home
Schools
Northside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
7/10
Seneca Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
6/10
Seneca High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
6/10
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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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Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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