Oconee Homes with Rural Lot Description

Welcome to Oconee County, South Carolina—a hidden gem nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for its lush landscapes, pristine lakes, and charming small towns, Oconee offers a unique blend of natural beauty and Southern hospitality. This picturesque county is perfect for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle, surrounded by the great outdoors. With its stunning waterfalls, hiking trails, and abundant recreational opportunities, Oconee is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

One of the most appealing aspects of Oconee County is the availability of homes with rural lot descriptions. Imagine waking up each morning to breathtaking views and the soothing sounds of nature. Properties in this area often come with spacious lots, providing ample room for gardening, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying the tranquility that rural living offers. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage, a sprawling farmhouse, or a modern retreat, Oconee County has something to suit every taste and lifestyle.

In addition to its scenic beauty, Oconee boasts a vibrant community with rich cultural heritage, excellent schools, and a variety of local events that bring residents together. From the charming town of Walhalla to the bustling community of Seneca, you’ll find friendly neighbors and a welcoming atmosphere.

If you’re ready to embrace the serene lifestyle that Oconee County has to offer, explore the delightful homes available on rural lots. Your dream home awaits in this enchanting corner of South Carolina!

Newest Oconee Homes with Rural Lot Description

$375,000

Rare opportunity to acquire a homestead tract in the highly sought-after Whitewater region of Oconee County. Located just north of Highway 11 along N. Little River Road, the property sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and includes multiple, level, homesites. Mature hardwoods transition to gently sloping bottomland along Mill Creek. A poured concrete pad remains from a former utility building, providing a ready-made start for storage or improvements. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding public land and mountain destinations. The property lies just south of Whitewater Falls and on the natural travel corridor from Greenville to Cashiers, NC, with access to state and national land holdings including Sumter National Forest, Nantahala National Forest, the Jocassee Gorges, Devils Fork State Park, and numerous waterfalls, lakes, and trail systems. Power and fiber are available at the road. Additional acreage is available. Property Highlights Multiple level homesites Mature hardwood bottomland Bold creek along back boundary line Poured concrete pad from previous utility building Location Highlights Whitewater / Lake Jocassee region of Oconee County Just north of Highway 11 Just south of Whitewater Falls Scenic corridor to Cashiers, NC from Greenville, SC Close proximity to national and state forestlands and recreation areas

00 N Little River Road, Salem

$509,000

Rare offering of a homesite tract in the Whitewater region of Oconee County. Take Scenic Highway 11 to N. Little River Road and you will find a beautiful road among the natural features of the foothills. The property boasts several spots to build your home and a trail down to the fertile bottomland along Mill Creek. Wildlife abounds in the mature hardwoods and pines. Location Highlights: Beautiful Lake Jocassee Region of SC Just north of Hwy 11 Just south of Whitewater Falls On the path to Cashiers, NC from Greenville. Nearby public lands include: Sumter National Forest Nantahala National Forest Jocassee Gorges Devils Fork State Park Property Highlights: Multiple level home sites Mature hardwood bottomland Bold creek on the back boundary line

00 N Little River Road, Salem

$450,000

Do not miss this opportunity to own approximately 35 acres on Lake Hartwell, which is one of South Carolina’s most pristine and sought after lake! This land is perfect for multiple opportunities that include development, possibilities, recreational, and hunting land, your dream home to be built with all of this incredible privacy and direct access to Lake Hartwell, the list goes on and on! This land does have the Green zoning designation as per the Corps of engineers and YES it has been approved for a dock down at the water which is hard to find! That is true, this property has over 1000 feet of rear water frontage on a nice Lake Hartwell cove!!!This incredible land is only 45 minutes to downtown Greenville South Carolina and just an hour and a half from Atlanta and less than a half hour to all that the wonderful city of Clemson, South Carolina has to offer to include wonderful shopping and restaurants and all that the campus has to offer! You truly can’t go wrong with the investment this land has to offer for whatever possibility you want to create that suits your needs! Truly, a one-of-a-kind opportunity at this price! Subdivision concept was AI generated.

320 Fishers Cove Road, Fair Play

$3,999,987

Owner Financing Possible! Call for details, please! This 110 +/- Acre tract is truly a very rare offering, located in the “Golden Corner” of South Carolina, Oconee County. This offering includes the 77.33+/- acre TMS parcel #306-00-01-008 and also the 33.3+/- acre TMS parcel # 306-00-01-010 and all improvements thereon. The improvements are almost too numerous to mention and include a custom built, 3942 +/- Sq. Foot, 5 bedroom, 4 bath owner’s home, a second, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bath “lake lodge” residence complete with full camper connection, and multiple outbuildings including a 2400+/- Sq. Ft., red iron and steel shop. Among the numerous features of the primary residence include the complete, single level living space design with Master on Main along with all the other bedrooms! Plus that 22’ X 21’ FLEX/FLEX/bed/or specialty room upstairs with its own full bath. All the rooms downstairs feature high ceilings throughout including trays and crown as you would expect. There is a little sheetrock here and there, but most of the walls are upgraded pine, popular, and cedar. In fact, all the closets feature true cedar plank walls. Floors are hardwood or tile throughout except for the FLEX. Be advised, there is some minor deferred maintenance like interior paint on this beautiful 2001 custom build, but with the solid bones and the rest of the estate, this is minor “lipstick” and well worth the effort. The Square footage is per the plans and if significant, please measure. Those plans were modified from the 2-car garage plan shown to the 3 car version “as built” for instance. The heating (and cooling) is via electric heat pumps however there is also tertiary backup systems for heat via propane and wood. With over 2000’ road frontage on Dr. Johns Rd., 2300’ road frontage on Lonesome Valley Rd., and another 600+’ road frontage on Lake Breeze Way, ingress and egress onto these two parcels is almost unlimited. Improvements on the site also includes a 2 ¾ +/- acre fishing and swimming pond with pond house (Measurements were made using Oconee County’s Parcel Viewer Measurement Tool - If significant, please verity). That pond is fed by 2 streams assuring a full pond even during the worst of drought conditions. Yet another PLUS: Lonesome Valley Rd. runs parallel with Mullins Ford Landing Rd. and Mullins Ford Landing is a public access point to Lake Hartwell and is basically one street away from your private estate! The boat launch is on the opposite side of the ridge line on Mullins Ford Landing Rd. so there should be no noise from that boat launch. There is city water on site with septic tanks for sewer (for all of the buildings, even the shop which has its own bathroom as well). No extra sewer fees and of course, no HOA or fees. An estate of this caliber and location do not come on the market very often! So come check it out today and make it yours before someone else does!

120 Lonesome Valley Road, Westminster

$212,500

Discover the perfect setting for your dream home on this private, heavily wooded acreage near the shores of Lake Keowee. Tucked away in a peaceful rural setting, this property offers the privacy and natural beauty you've been searching for. Enjoy the sounds of birds singing from your back porch, explore the mature trees, or take a stroll to the small spring nestled within the property. Conveniently located just minutes from both Fall Creek Landing and Keowee Town Landing, you'll have easy access to boating, fishing, kayaking, and all that Lake Keowee has to offer. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or future investment, this property provides a rare and economical opportunity to enjoy the best of Upstate South Carolina. Ideally situated just 5 minutes from Highway 11, approximately 25 minutes to Seneca, 35 minutes to Clemson, and about 1 hour to Greenville. In addition to the lake, the area offers abundant recreational opportunities including hiking, waterfalls, mountain biking, camping, and public lands throughout the surrounding foothills. Property will be conveyed by special warranty deed.

00 Nimmons Bridge Road, Salem

$12,000

Interior lot located in Port Bass available today just minutes away from lake Hartwell!

000 Conner Boulevard, Fair Play

$349,900

Discover the possibilities that come with 13.08 unrestricted acres in one of the Upstate's most desirable locations. Situated on Wells Highway in Seneca just between Seneca & Clemson, this exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to build your dream home, create a private retreat, plan a development or invest in land with virtually unlimited potential. Enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and convenience with easy access to the shopping, dining, healthcare, and everyday amenities of downtown Seneca. Just a short drive away, you'll find the vibrant atmosphere of Clemson University, along with Clemson's sporting events, cultural attractions, and educational opportunities. Seneca and Clemson are connected by a thriving corridor offering restaurants, retail centers, entertainment, and year-round community events. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being minutes from beautiful Lake Keowee, known for its crystal-clear waters, boating, fishing, swimming, and waterfront recreation. The property is also conveniently located near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, providing easy access to hiking trails, waterfalls, state parks, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Whether you're looking for a peaceful homesite, recreational acreage, or a long-term investment, this unrestricted tract gives you the flexibility to bring your vision to life. Opportunities to own a parcel of this size in such a prime location are becoming increasingly rare. Conveniently located near Seneca, Clemson, Lake Keowee, Lake Hartwell, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, with Greenville, SC just about an hour away. Don't miss your chance to own 13.08 acres of unrestricted South Carolina land in the heart of the Upstate, Seneca, SC.

00 Wells Highway, Seneca

$249,000

Rare ±10-acre offering just minutes from Lake Keowee in Salem, SC. This wooded parcel features flat, buildable topography requiring minimal clearing or grading, with established road frontage and convenient access along Nimmons Bridge Road. With no HOA restrictions or membership requirements, the property offers flexibility for a private estate home, a multi-structure compound, estate-lot development, or a long-term land hold. Located in Oconee County (TMS 077-00-01-026), the land sits in one of the Upstate's most sought-after recreational corridors. It is approximately 3 minutes from the Keowee Town Boat Landing, 5 minutes from The Cliffs at Keowee, and 10 minutes from Lake Keowee itself, placing world-class boating, fishing, and golf within easy reach. Seneca is about 20 minutes away, Clemson and Clemson University roughly 25 minutes, and Lake Jocassee approximately 30 minutes. Greenville is about an hour away, with Asheville, NC reachable in roughly an hour and fifteen minutes. Acreage and all property details are approximate. Buyer and/or buyer's agent to verify lot size, boundaries, zoning, utility availability, soil/perc, and all other information during due diligence. Owner is a licensed South Carolina real estate broker.

528 Nimmons Bridge Road, Salem

$55,000

One half acre lot fronting Lake Hartwell. No restrictions on property. Water, power, and septic tank are already on property. No restrictions on the type of home. Currently, a single-wide mobile home is on the property, but unlivable.

298 Lakeland Road, Westminster

$50,000

Discover the possibilities with this beautiful 2.42-acre property on Sitton Mill Road. Tucked away in a peaceful setting, this land offers the perfect blend of privacy, nature, and convenience. Whether you’re dreaming of building your forever home, placing a mobile home, creating a weekend retreat, or investing in land in the growing Upstate area, this property gives you room to bring your vision to life. No restrictions and mobile homes are welcomed, giving you the flexibility and freedom to make this property your own. Conveniently located minutes from downtown Seneca, a short commute to I-85 and just a short drive to Clemson University, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and major travel routes while still enjoying the peace of country living. With 2.42 acres of opportunity, there’s plenty of space for a custom home, garden, workshop, or recreational use. If you’ve been looking for affordable land with endless potential in a peaceful setting, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Sitton Mill Road, Seneca

$8,000

Lot 244 on Marietta Dr is located in "section M" of the Foxwood Hills Subdivision. This section is only for mobile homes and allows both doublewide and singlewide mobile homes to be placed there. The minimum square feet is 500 per the restrictive covenants. Plus, this subdivision does have security patrols active for increased peace of mind. HOA fee's are mandatory but this small, annual fee allows owner access to amenities such as the Olympic size pool, clubhouse, restaurant, walking paths, play area, tennis courts and more. Foxwood Hills is a lake front community of primary and vacation homes nestled in the northwest corner of Oconee County, SC, otherwise known as the Golden Corner of the Upstate. Portions of some photos may contain land not included with this parcel. Property was purchased through a tax sale.

00 Marietta Drive, Westminster

$10,000

Located in the Tidewater section of Foxwood Hills, this parcel is .34 of an acre. Per the subdivision restrictions, it allows stick built homes or mobile homes less than 3 years old to be placed on the lot. Mobile homes must have a permanent foundation. At only 600 minimum square feet for stick built homes and 650 minimum square feet of living space required for mobile homes, this is a great option for building your cottage or vacation home. This land is located in a bend in the road and has a slight slope to the land across the front. Foxwood Hills is a large subdivision located in Western SC near the GA line. Community amenities include tennis court, boat ramp, playground area, large clubhouse, Olympic size pool and more. Foxwood Hills has a private water and and sewer company that serves its residents. HOA fees are very cost effective for the level of amenities available to it's residents. Portions of some pictures may include land not listed for sale. Property purchased through a tax sale.

00 Lynden Loop, Westminster

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