
1230 Melton Rd Unit 129 West Union, SC 29696
Highlights
- Boat Dock
- Fitness Center
- Waterfront
- Boat Ramp
- Gated Community
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to your direct waterfront Lake Keowee cottage! If you have been waiting for one of the ONLY SIX large ranch cottages to come on the market, HERE YOU GO! To put things in perspective, there are 132 cottages in the original Backwater Landing gated community. Only six are the larger ranches and have this much square footage and most desired floorplan. Most cottages have just at or under 1,000 square feet. The six ranches have closer to 1,400 heated square feet and massive waterfront porches. Cottage number 129 is so close to the water that you can see the ducks play, spotted bass jump and even turtles swimming without your binoculars. Deer also swim in this area. Being so close to the water makes cottage 129 a place of total peace and tranquility. You could live in this cottage as your full time residence or enjoy it as your treasured lakefront getaway. This fully furnished, lakefront cottage, features a custom built staircase (with storage underneath) to the finished loft, new induction range and microwave, gorgeous real wood floors, gas fireplace with stone surround, an EZE-Breeze screened porch that stretches the full length of the home, a large kitchen island, quartz countertops, encapsulated/spray foam, insulated crawlspace, complete with dehumidifier and much more! This pristine home is ready for it’s new owner! Get ready to enjoy the lake life immediately! Bring your lake wear and enjoy the clubhouse (only steps away from this cottage) 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! Don't forget the beach! It's fun to hang out there too! If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat, lake getaway, or full-time lakefront home, 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 129 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 further details.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,709
Year Built
- Built in 2007
Lot Details
- Waterfront
- Landscaped with Trees
Home Design
- Cottage
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,358 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Vinyl Clad Windows
- Blinds
- Living Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Water Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Water Access
- Boat Ramp
- Access to a Dock
- Screened Patio
- Porch
Location
- Outside City Limits
Schools
- Walhalla Elementary School
- Walhalla Middle School
- Walhalla High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
- Heat Pump System
- Underground Utilities
- Private Water Source
- Septic Tank
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 129
- Assessor Parcel Number 177-04-01-129
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include ground maintenance, pool(s), recreation facilities, street lights, security, trash
- Backwater Landing Subdivision
Amenities
- Common Area
- Clubhouse
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Boat Dock
- Community Boat Slip
- Community Boat Facilities
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Trails
Security
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Sold | $549,900 | 0.0% | $405 / Sq Ft |
04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
11/25/2024 11/25/24 | For Sale | $549,900 | +150.0% | $405 / Sq Ft |
04/24/2018 04/24/18 | Sold | $220,000 | -9.1% | $138 / Sq Ft |
04/03/2018 04/03/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/30/2018 03/30/18 | For Sale | $242,000 | -- | $151 / Sq Ft |
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $3,709 | $11,505 | $0 | $11,505 |
2023 | $3,709 | $11,505 | $0 | $11,505 |
2022 | $3,761 | $11,505 | $0 | $11,505 |
2021 | $1,458 | $7,153 | $0 | $7,153 |
2020 | $1,777 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2019 | $1,777 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2018 | $1,731 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $1,458 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $1,458 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | -- | $6,783 | $0 | $6,783 |
2013 | -- | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Closed | $300,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $219,290 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $231,920 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $43,485 | New Conventional |
About the Listing Agent

Tom a Michigan native, attended Easter Michigan University and majored in Business Management; Minored in Marketing. Tom started his career in his family owned restaurant equipment and furniture manufacturing business. As a leader in supplying equipment and furniture to the worlds largest restaurant chains, Tom and his family, owned and managed this organization with 350 employees. In 1993, Tom was asked by the CEO of Denny’s (headquartered in Spartanburg, SC) to supply their furniture and
Tom's Other Listings
Source: Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 20281502

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