1230 Melton Rd #15, West Union, SC, 29696
About This Home
ASK ABOUT THE THIRTY NEW BOAT SLIPS CURRENTLY ONSITE AND BOAT READY! Welcome to Cottage 15 in Backwater Landing, a beautifully updated, fully furnished Lake Keowee retreat offering rare yard space, parking just one cottage away, dual en-suite bedrooms, and a spacious front porch perfect for relaxed lake evenings. Inside, thoughtful upgrades elevate the home, including a custom living room cabinet that conceals a fold-out guest bed for flexible sleeping space. Recent improvements include an expanded primary shower, golf cart pad, a Blackstone grill, new flooring, freshly painted cabinetry, stainless steel and smart appliances, quartz countertops, a fully repainted interior, and an enlarged laundry area. Major system updates include HVAC replaced in 2016, roof replaced in 2020, new hot water heater and plumbing in 2022, and porch repainting in 2026. The golf cart is negotiable. This is a true move-in-ready lake getaway where you can simply arrive and start enjoying Lake Keowee. Backwater Landing is a private, gated lakefront community featuring a lakefront lodge and pool, marina, beach access, renovated fitness center, walking trails, game room, and controlled entry with no public access. Cottage owners own their structures and lease the land, as there is no traditional HOA. The 2026 monthly regime for water-view cottages is $660 per month and includes land lease, landscaping, gate maintenance, pool, clubhouse, fitness center, lighting, and common area maintenance. Monthly costs may vary depending on boat slip rental, storage, and whether the owner resides full-time or part-time. The cottage is served by a shared septic system with neighboring cottages, and full-time residency requires developer approval based on septic capacity. Rentals are permitted for terms of 12 months or longer only. A modified tax structure may offer potential savings. Entry requires agent representation. Please inquire about land lease details, boat slip rentals and waitlist information, and the anticipated timeline for availability of the thirty new boat slips. Schedule your private showing today.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1994
Materials
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Basement: None,Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8'11x8'5
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings,Smooth Ceilings,Window Treatments
- Window features: Blinds,Insulated Windows,Vinyl
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air,Forced Air,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 990
- Total interior livable area: 990 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 20'11x10'6
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 17'7x11'8
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9'11x11'8
Screened Porch
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9'7x22'9
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1770401015
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
- Patio & porch: Front Porch,Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Boat Ramp/Lift Access,Dock Access,Other,See Remarks
- Waterbody name: Keowee
- Living area range: 0-999
Lot
- Features: Outside City Limits,Subdivision,Views,Interior Lot
Parking
- Parking features: None
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Oconee County and South Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,491 | $17,892 |
| Home Insurance * | $146 | $1,752 |
| Property Taxes | $93 | $1,116 |
| Electricity | $204 | $2,449 |
| Total | $1,934 | $23,208 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
South Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Price change | $295,000 |
| 2026-03-02 | Listed for sale | $299,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-08-07 | Listing removed | $89,000 |
| 2020-07-25 | Listed for sale | $89,000 |
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