$245,000
SOLD AUG 16, 2024

1230 Melton Rd Unit 49 West Union, SC 29696

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
-- Built

Recently Sold

$223 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Water Access
  • Fitness Center
  • Boat Dock
  • Boat Ramp
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of August 2024

Welcome to cottage 49 at Backwater Landing. This spectacular water-view cottage is move-in-ready and being sold with the furniture! This cottage shows beautifully and has been recently repainted inside and out! What makes this cottage extra special is that it is not only has a majestic water view, it is also right next to its parking lot. You do not need to carry groceries and your belongings far at all! It also has a large front porch that is screened for year round enjoyment of the magnificent view of the lake. There is a nice size finished loft upstairs for additional storage, games, and has been used for an additional sleeping area. There is a large flat area in front of the screened porch that you would have the ability of adding a nice size patio to. This cottage qualifies for full-time living, as well as a getaway home. If you are looking for a low maintenance retreat and lake getaway, this is it! This established community offers many amenities. They include a fabulous lakefront lodge and swimming pool, marina, beach, fitness room and walking trails. Regime includes landscaping maintenance, private gated community, water, 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 49 has beautiful lake views. No rentals are allowed with 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, and further details.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cate Kassab

My Upstate Home LLC License #89290 Listed on: 07/27/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Kassab

My Upstate Home LLC License #114072

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,861

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Landscaped with Trees

HOA Fees

  • $611 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Blinds
  • Loft
  • Carpet
  • Water Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Boat Ramp
  • Docks
  • 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
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 49
  • Assessor Parcel Number 177-04-01-049

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common areas, ground maintenance, pool(s), recreation facilities, sewer, street lights, security, trash, water
  • 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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,861

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$611 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: Turn right onto Melton Road. Unit 49 is on the main water, right side of the community. Cottages are labeled. A map of the community is in the associated documents to help locate the unit easily.
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: Boat Facilities, Common Grounds/Area, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Storage Facilities, Trails/Paths, Water Access, Boat Slip, Dock, Lake
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Outside City Limits, Subdivision, Trees, Views, Interior Lot
  • View Type:Pond View: Water
  • Water Body Name: Keowee
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Backwater Landing
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1000.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1000.0
  • ResoRoomType: Loft
  • Reso Window Features: Blinds, Insulated Windows, Vinyl
  • Year Built Details: 21-30 Years
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: None, Crawl Space
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Countertop, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Smooth Ceilings, Shower Only, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Loft
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Luxury VinylPlank
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle
  • Horse: No
  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Boat Dock/Slip, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Dock Access, Water Access
  • Construction Type: Cement Siding
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Septic Available, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 7332.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Other, Pool(s), Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Street Lights, See Remarks, Security, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: Walhalla Elem
  • High School: Walhalla High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Walhalla Middle

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Parcel #: 177-04-01-049
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1860.87
  • Tax Lot: 49

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $145,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/05/2025 04/05/25 Price Changed $325,000 -18.7% $295 / Sq Ft
03/07/2025 03/07/25 For Sale $399,900 +63.2% $364 / Sq Ft
08/16/2024 08/16/24 Sold $245,000 -2.0% $223 / Sq Ft
07/27/2024 07/27/24 For Sale $249,900 +35.1% $227 / Sq Ft
08/23/2021 08/23/21 Sold $185,000 -7.5% $168 / Sq Ft
07/20/2021 07/20/21 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2021 06/23/21 For Sale $199,900 +29.0% $182 / Sq Ft
11/13/2020 11/13/20 Sold $155,000 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
11/12/2020 11/12/20 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2020 11/12/20 For Sale $155,000 -- $141 / Sq Ft
Source: Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,835 $6,105 $0 $6,105
2023 $1,835 $6,105 $0 $6,105
2022 $1,861 $6,105 $0 $6,105
2021 $370 $4,951 $0 $4,951
2020 $370 $3,320 $0 $3,320
2019 $370 $0 $0 $0
2018 $1,105 $0 $0 $0
2017 $961 $0 $0 $0
2016 $961 $0 $0 $0
2015 -- $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $4,469 $0 $4,469
2013 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 20277654

Western Upstate Multiple Listing Service

APN: 177-04-01-049