AMAZING PROPERTY!! ONE OF A KIND! The large Rocky Bottom Creek is the true heart of this property, with a flowing creek running directly behind the home—close enough to hear at all times, creating a peaceful, serene setting that feels like a private escape. Enjoy the sound of moving water from the deck, a rare and irreplaceable natural feature that sets this property apart.
This cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is tucked into a quiet, wooded setting and offers a warm wood interior with an open, inviting living space. The home has been fully remodeled in 2025, blending rustic charm with modern updates throughout.
2025 Renovation includes:
• New electrical
• New plumbing
• New roof
• New HVAC
• New water heater
• New appliances
• Fully updated kitchen
• Renovated bathrooms
• New walls/interior finishes
• Updated porch
Additional recent updates include a new roof and HVAC (2025), enhancing comfort and efficiency.
The property is on well and septic, with only electricity and internet as utility expenses. No HOA and no restrictions make this an excellent opportunity for a short-term rental, weekend getaway, or full-time retreat.
Location highlights: Table Rock, Sassafras Mountain Overlook, Lake Keowee, and Lake Jocassee are all within a few minutes’ drive, offering endless outdoor recreation, hiking, and lake activities nearby.
Home is being sold fully furnished. One-of-a-kind creekside properties like this are rare—this setting truly cannot be duplicated.
For sale
Price cut: $40K (4/23)
$280,000
401 Rocky Bottom Rd, Sunset, SC 29685
2beds
916sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.31 Acres Lot
$272,000 Zestimate®
$306/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Renovated bathroomsOpen inviting living spaceWarm wood interiorFully updated kitchenNew appliancesUpdated porch
- 122 days |
- 1,202 |
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Listed by:
Berenice Ramage 864-940-9547,
Western Upstate Keller William,
Brian Ramage 864-940-8704,
Western Upstate Keller William
Source: WUMLS,MLS#: 20296718
Originating MLS: Western Upstate Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room/Nook, Other
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14.5x 11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8x10
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8.5x9
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5.5x10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9x7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8.6x14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14.5x17
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bathtub, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Vinyl
- Basement: None,Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 916
- Total interior livable area: 916 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Driveway
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Paved Driveway, Porch, Storm Windows/Doors
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: River Access, Water Access, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Level, Not In Subdivision, Outside City Limits, Stream/Creek, Views, Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 416703241206
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Septic Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Short Term Rental Allowed, Water Access
- Subdivision: No Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sunset
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $306/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $197,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,659
- Date on market: 1/26/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 122 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: USDA Loan
Estimated market value
$272,000
$258,000 - $286,000
$1,091/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $280,000-12.5%$306/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $319,999-1.2%$349/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Price change | $323,9000%$354/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $324,000-0.3%$354/sqft |
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| 2/18/2026 | Price change | $325,000-5.8%$355/sqft |
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| 1/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,000+590%$377/sqft |
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| 7/26/2024 | Sold | $50,000$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,658 +74.2% | $11,840 +86.5% |
| 2024 | $1,526 +0.3% | $6,350 |
| 2023 | $1,522 -0.6% | $6,350 |
| 2022 | $1,531 +3.2% | $6,350 |
| 2021 | $1,484 | $6,350 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29685
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Ambler Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.8 mi
- 6/10Pickens Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.3 mi
- 6/10Pickens High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ambler Elem
- Middle: Pickens Middle
- High: Pickens High
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- South Carolina
- Pickens County
- Sunset
- 29685
- 401 Rocky Bottom Rd





