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Lakefront Homes for Sale in Upstate SC

The Upstate has an unusual concentration of lakes for an inland region — Bowen and Blalock in Spartanburg County, Hartwell along the Anderson and Oconee line, and Keowee and Jocassee climbing toward the mountains.

Each has its own water clarity, depth, dock rules and buyer profile, and those differences matter more than most buyers expect. Understand which lake you actually want before you shortlist houses. Lake Bowen is the closest one to Spartanburg.

Lakefront Living Starts Here

$825,000
2 Beds 3 Baths 4357585 MLS
Beautiful Waterfront Retreat located on Lake Hickory! This thoughtfully designed residence offers approximately 3,300 sq. ft. of comfortable living space with 2-story views of the lake! Located in a peaceful lakefront setting that's perfect for a weekend get-a-way or someone seeking a primary residence on the lake! Stepping onto the property, you'll feel the craftmanship is evident in every turn. Natural wood textures, exposed beams, and warm stonework echo the surrounding setting! The main level features a spacious great room with soaring ceilings, floor to ceiling windows overlooking the lake, wormy chestnut accents, and a grand stone wood burning fireplace. The open floor plan flows seamlessly into the dining area with a built-ins and chef’s kitchen, complete with custom cabinetry. Additional main-level spaces provide a full bathroom with laundry closet, a main level bedroom for guests and access to the 2 car garage. Step out onto the wrap-around deck to enjoy your morning coffee, the distant view of the railroad trellis as well as the change of seasons! The upper level primary suite/loft is amazing! It offers direct views of the lake and the main living spaces and a well-appointed bath area with separate vanities and walk-in shower. The lower level features a large recreation room with fireplace, easy access to the outdoor living areas and waterfront, 2 rooms for quests, a small kitchenette and a 3rd full bathroom. Outdoor spaces include a fenced in yard with a beautiful walkway to the lake, a patio area with firepit, a storage shed for your lake toys, a large lakeside patio area and an expansive dock with boatlift. The covered dock provides easy access to boating, swimming, fishing and all that Lake Hickory has to offer. Conveniently located near Hickory's bustling downtown area, walking and biking trails on Hickory's City Walk and River Walk, local restaurants, breweries, and shopping! An easy drive to the NC mountains for skiing, hiking and more. About an hour's drive to Charlotte Douglas Airport!

1925 Lake Acres Drive, Hickory

$825,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 4420913 MLS
Location, Location, Location: waterfront lot with a floating dock, walkable to downtown Cramerton, Goat Island Park, Carolina Thread Trail. All of this and a full brick 3597 +/- heated square feet home with a BRAND new roof in August 2026. The HVAC was updated in 2021 for the main level and in 2025 in the basement. There are laundry locations on the main level and basement as well, both offering electric or gas dryer availability. The main level has a split bedroom floor plan. The primary suite has a water view, a whirlpool tub and separate shower, walk-in closet. A formal living room as well as a formal dining room offering loads of options for office space, play room or whatever you desire. The kitchen is complete with an updated dishwasher and oven, a breakfast bar, and dining area as well, with a water view. The 2nd bedroom also has a water view as well. In the basement, you will find all kinds of options and lots of space. There is room for everyone in this house! An oversized garage/shop, a billiard room complete with a pool table to remain. A safe will remain. An office or media room with a full bath and a walk-in closet. There is also a large rec room or family room complete with a wet bar and lots of seating. In addition to all of this, there is a ton of floor attic storage and room for possible expansion if needed. Outside, there is landscape lighting throughout the front and back yard, programmed to come on at dusk. The floating dock offers a great area to relax and enjoy your private waterfront oasis! Come check this one out for yourself!!

401 Armstrong Drive, Belmont

$825,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 341586 MLS
Welcome to 155 Waterford Drive, where waterfront living meets extensive updates and custom finishes on beautiful Lake Cooley! Offering approximately 3,032 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 1 half bath, this impressive home features direct lake frontage with a private dock already in place. This home has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, with significant improvements completed in 2026. Exterior and structural updates include a new roof, professional painting, French drain system, foundation waterproofing with liquid rubber foundation sealant, crawlspace encapsulation with dehumidifier, replacement of floor joists as needed, new insulation, updated soffit and fascia with black vinyl, gutter guards, and a 13’ x 17’ TimberTech deck designed for enjoying the peaceful waterfront setting. A 3.5-ton HVAC system adds to the home’s extensive list of improvements. Inside, the completely remodeled kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring gorgeous high-end Mont Blanc quartzite countertops, all-new cabinetry, and premium smart appliances that can be controlled from your phone. Beautiful wood floors have been refinished, new ceiling fans installed, and custom updates can be found throughout the home. From the major systems and foundation improvements to the designer kitchen and waterfront outdoor living, the work has been done so you can simply move in and enjoy the Lake Cooley lifestyle. Spend your mornings overlooking the water, afternoons on the lake, and evenings relaxing on the deck. Homes offering this combination of waterfront access, extensive updates, square footage, and a private dock are a rare find. Schedule your private showing and experience 155 Waterford Drive for yourself!

155 Waterford Dr, Inman

$829,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 20305491 MLS
Tucked behind the gates of The Cliffs Communities this residence is located at Camp Jocassee Pointe on the tranquil north end of Lake Keowee, and 3 miles from Lake Jocassee. Providing easy access and enjoyment for both of these beloved Oconee County, SC lakes. This quaint two-bedroom, one-bath cabin invites you to slow down and savor the water. From the moment you step onto the rustic hardwood floors of the open living, kitchen, and dining space, wide lakeside windows frame an ever-changing canvas of blue water and wooded shoreline. The kitchen is designed for lingering — cabinet storage, a full appliance suite, and bar seating positioned to face the lake, so every meal comes with a view. Just off the kitchen, the full bath offers luxury vinyl flooring, a walk-in shower, and a single-sink vanity finished with the same understated charm found throughout the home. Step outside to the covered lakeside porch and open deck, elevated for bonus storage below and built for gathering — morning coffee, sunset dinners, or simply watching the light shift across the cove. A rock path winds through the backyard to your private sandy beach and firepit, offering direct swim access, while a mulched trail leads to an exceptional maintained 24x28 covered single-slip dock along a rocked shoreline built to protect the bank for years to come. Set on .42 acres with 150 feet of waterfront and generous room for future expansion, this is a rare canvas — a true Lake Keowee retreat ready to be enjoyed today and reimagined tomorrow. Short term rentals are allowed. Property is being sold “AS-IS”. Deed shows 1/3 ownership in lot 18. Lot 18 does not convey, and deed is being updated prior to closing. Covenants and Restrictions can be found on the Oconee County SC website. If buyer decides in the future to build another home, conceptual mirrored house plan drawn to scale is located in supplements.

307 N Coves Drive Unit B, Salem

$835,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 20303245 MLS
If you’ve been searching for a Lake Hartwell home that offers privacy, comfort, and low-maintenance lake living, 632 Rocky Trail delivers. Set beneath a canopy of mature hardwoods in the highly desirable Foxwood Hills community, this well-built waterfront retreat was designed for making memories with family and friends for generations to come. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the peaceful, natural setting, low-maintenance wooded lot, and inviting outdoor spaces that allow you to spend more time enjoying Lake Hartwell and less time maintaining the property. Best of all, you’ll enjoy one of the most amenity-rich communities in the Upstate. One of the property’s standout features is the newly installed stained concrete golf cart-sized walkway that gently winds through the trees to the private covered dock. Positioned approximately midway into a protected cove, the dock has provided excellent water depth, even during periods of lower lake levels, while remaining just around the corner from the main channel of Lake Hartwell. Complete with a covered slip, wheeled gangway, and a lift for two jet skis. Designed to blend naturally with its surroundings, the home offers exceptional privacy. There is a nice water view in the winter months. The new owner could easily have a summer view if they wish to remove some tree branches. Inside, vaulted ceilings, walls of arched windows, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stacked stone wood-burning fireplace create a warm and inviting great room filled with natural light. The open floor plan includes a spacious kitchen with abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and a large center island. The dining area opens to both the screened porch and the expansive deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The main-level primary suite features private access to the screened porch, while a convenient half bath and laundry room complete the main level. Upstairs, there is an open loft, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. The finished walk-out lower level includes a spacious family room opening onto the patio and fire pit, a fourth bedroom, full bath, two oversized storage rooms, and an attached two-car garage with a dedicated workshop area. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, nearly 3,000 heated square feet, and currently sleeping up to 14 people, this home is equally suited as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or short-term rental investment. A new roof installed in 2020 provides added peace of mind. Outdoor living is at the heart of this property. Enjoy the covered front porch, screened porch, spacious deck, patio, fire pit, and private dock—spaces designed to be enjoyed throughout every season. Foxwood Hills is one of the Upstate’s most active lake communities and offers exceptional amenities with an HOA of only $676 per year. Residents enjoy an Olympic-size swimming pool, clubhouse and community center, restaurant and bar, pickleball courts, basketball courts, a playground, walking trails, a community boat ramp, and a full calendar of social activities. The clubhouse hosts weekly karaoke nights, game nights, and community events, making it easy to enjoy an active lake lifestyle while still having the privacy of your own waterfront retreat. To make your transition even easier, all bedroom furniture, the lower-level family room furniture, the 80-inch television, and several additional furnishings will convey with the home. Two personal watercraft are negotiable and available for purchase. 632 Rocky Trail offers a rare combination of privacy, thoughtful design, low-maintenance ownership, exceptional lake access, and one of the most amenity-rich communities in the Upstate. Whether you’re searching for your forever home, a weekend escape, or an investment opportunity, this is the kind of Lake Hartwell lifestyle that’s becoming increasingly hard to find.

632 Rocky Trail, Westminster

$845,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 20305715 MLS
Enjoy Lake Hartwell waterfront living with a covered dock already in place and a beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offering exceptional flexibility. The floor plan provides the option of a main-level primary suite or an oversized upper level en suite, with two additional bedrooms and a full bath also upstairs. The front entry opens to an expansive two-story living and dining area with hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and double glass doors surrounded by windows overlooking the backyard and lake. The living area opens to a grand kitchen featuring a bay window, oversized island with bar seating, quartz countertops, ample cabinetry, and a stainless-steel GE appliance package including an in-island microwave, double ovens, and wine cooler. The main-level primary suite features a convenient dry bar just outside the bedroom, along with a spacious bath offering two large vanities, garden tub with heated whirlpool and air massage, impressive tile shower, large walk-in closet, and laundry facilities. The upper level en suite includes a generously sized 22’ x 17’ bedroom with vaulted ceilings and a full bath with linen closet. A rear patio stretches nearly the length of the home, providing multiple options for outdoor living and entertaining while enjoying the water views. The attached two-car garage features both front and rear garage doors, and abundant storage capabilities. The property offers approximately 400 feet of shoreline and may be eligible for maximum-size dock if desired. The current dock is ideally positioned at the entrance of a cove with 12 feet of water.

427 Lakewood Drive, Townville

$849,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 20304526 MLS
Stunning is the Best Description of this Lake Hartwell Waterfront Home. The 2,725 square-foot home has been Completely Updated from the Ground Up. Siding, Roof inspected and painted, HVAC, Hot Water Tank, Landscaping & Lovely 8x32 ft Deck w/ Hot Tub Overlooking Beautiful Lake Hartwell, and that is not the Gorgeous Interior Updates. This Turnkey, Furnished Home is steps away from the 26x28 Covered Slip Dock with 60 ft Gangway in Deep Water Cove at Channel Marker T-64. This Dream Home meets all the USACE Guidelines, allowing the Owner the Open Lake View that has been cleared and the Dock Permit. The Interior of this is magnificent. Walk through the front door and into a Great Room with a gorgeous tongue & groove Vaulted Ceiling, Fireplace, Dining and Kitchen, with Amazing Views of Lake Hartwell. Enjoy beautiful high-end details. Wood Cabinetry, Granite Countertops, Stainless Appliances, to name a few. The Details added to this home are a must-see. The Large Main Suite w/ Private Bath & Walk-In Closet, plus Two Additional Bedrooms and Bath. A Gameroom offers Buyer's Choice of uses. It currently serves as a Game Room with Coffee Bar, and could easily be converted into a Home Theater or Bunk Room. The Loft offers additional Space. It is currently a sleep space; however, it would make a perfect home office. NO HOA Community, Private Flat-Rate Water Provider, and Quiet Cul-de-Sac Street just minutes from I-85 at SC Exit 1. By Boat, it is Minutes to Harbor Light Marina, which offers Gas, Fill-up, and Courtesy Slips so you can enjoy Tilly’s Restaurant and Bar. This Home is a Perfect Retirement Home, Family Getaway, or Investment Rental. A must-see if you are considering a Lake Hartwell Property.

155 Joann Circle, Fair Play

$849,672
3 Beds 3 Baths 20302727 MLS
SHORT TERMS RENTALS ALLOWED! LAKE KEOWEE WITH DOCK! Welcome to your Lake Keowee waterfront retreat, where exceptional lake living, investment potential, and unforgettable family gatherings come together. This rare property offers unrestricted short-term rental opportunities, an established rental history, and a setting designed for creating lasting memories. Inside, you'll find an inviting floor plan filled with natural light, vaulted ceilings, a beautiful fireplace, spacious living areas, and tasteful updates throughout. The well-appointed kitchen features quartz countertops, quality appliances, ample cabinetry, and plenty of space for family and friends to gather. Recent upgrades include a whole-house natural gas generator and a new HVAC system with a two-stage furnace providing comfort and peace of mind year-round. The primary suite offers a relaxing private retreat, while additional bedrooms, flexible living spaces, and a large bonus room provide plenty of room for friends, extended family, rentals guests, or a home office. The bonus room is ideal for game nights, movie marathons, or accommodating larger groups. Step outside to enjoy multiple expansive decks, a firepit area, a six-plus-person hot tub, and an easy walk to the private dock. The large, level yard offers abundant space for outdoor recreation, while generous parking makes entertaining effortless. The property also features a dedicated RV parking pad, complete with 110-amp power, water, and septic hookups. For investors, this home presents a unique opportunity with its proven short-term rental performance—an increasingly rare advantage on Lake Keowee. Clean, well-maintained, and guest-ready, it provides the flexibility to enjoy the property personally while generating rental income. Recent collaborative waterfront improvements within the cove have enhanced water depth and accessibility, creating an even more enjoyable lake experience. Offered fully furnished and completely turnkey, this property is ready for immediate enjoyment from day one. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a vacation getaway, or an income-producing investment, this Lake Keowee home delivers the very best of waterfront living.

206 Petty Road, Seneca

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