Historic Cross Keys Property – Once in a lifetime Opportunity for Home, Agri-Tourism, or Heritage InvestmentLocated in south western Union County, this unique property offers the chance to own land tied to one of South Carolina’s most important early crossroads. Set near the intersection of Old Charleston Road (Old Buncombe Road) and Old Ninety-Six Road (the Old Piedmont Stage Road), this site sits within the historic landscape of the once “large and prosperous” Cross Keys Plantation, a major 1800s stagecoach and travel stop. The Cross Keys House (1812–1814) and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Perfect for those seeking a peaceful country home, the property features open acreage and timeless rural character. Yet it is also ideally suited for agri-tourism or event use, thanks to the rare advantage of having both men’s and women’s bathrooms already on site. This makes it an excellent foundation for weddings, farm-to-table dinners, seasonal festivals, markets, heritage programming, or other income-producing ventures.The location is exceptional: only 10 minutes from I-26, 35 minutes to Spartanburg, and 45 minutes to Greenville-Spartanburg Airport (GSP)—making visitor access easy while preserving the tranquility of its historic setting.For preservation-minded buyers, this property retains strong historic integrity, with magnificent federal architectural features and approaches that echo what travelers saw more than 200 years ago. Most notable ise the rare diamond patterned flemish bond patern in the four exterior chimneys. Here is a rare chance to become a steward of one of the Upstate’s most culturally significant homes that could become a homeplace and/or a business rooted in authenticity, heritage, and the growing agri-tourism market.Whether for personal living, entrepreneurial opportunity, or preservation investment, this Cross Keys property offers unmatched potential in a truly historic setting. Note that the furniture is the property of the Union County Historic Society and will be removed prior to closing. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.
For sale
$950,000
163 Old Buncombe Rd, Union, SC 29379
3beds
4,100sqft
Est.:
Farm
Built in 1812
25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless rural characterMagnificent federal architectural featuresOpen acreage
- 51 days |
- 1,467 |
- 85 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 12, 2025 at 08:52am
Listed by:
Michael Bedenbaugh,
Blackstream International RE LLC
Source: Consolidated MLS,MLS#: 622700
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 8
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,100
- Total interior livable area: 4,100 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 25 Acres
- Dimensions: 25 acres
Details
- Parcel number: 112 00 00 001, 112 00 00 061
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antebellum
- Property subtype: Farm
Materials
- Brick-All Sides-AbvFound
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1812
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: NONE
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Union
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $232/sqft
- Date on market: 12/2/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000$232/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,231/mo
Principal & interest
$4455
Property taxes
$443
Home insurance
$333
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29379
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Buffalo Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.2 mi
- 5/10Sims Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.3 mi
- 3/10Union County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Union County
- Middle: Union County
- High: Union County
- District: Union County
Source: Consolidated MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




