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For sale
$369,900
281 Cherokee Dr, Fair Play, SC 29643
4beds
2,222sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.57 Acres Lot
$361,500 Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardBack deckWelcoming front porch
- 14 days |
- 911 |
- 40 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Vanhemert 770-597-1797,
Living Down South Realty
Source: WUMLS,MLS#: 20300283
Originating MLS: Western Upstate Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Western Upstate Association of RealtorsTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: In-Law Suite, Kitchen, Laundry
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Main Level Primary, Walk-In Shower, Window Treatments, In-Law Floorplan, Second Kitchen
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,222
- Total interior livable area: 2,222 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Fence, Porch
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Boat Dock/Slip, Dock Access
- Body of water: Hartwell
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Outside City Limits, Subdivision, Interior Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 3350201025
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Pool, Boat Slip, Dock, Lake
- Subdivision: Cherokee Bay
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Areas, Insurance, Pool(s)
Location
- Region: Fair Play
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $138,867
- Annual tax amount: $583
- Date on market: 4/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 80 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
$361,500
$343,000 - $380,000
$2,588/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $369,900$166/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listing removed | $369,900$166/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $369,900-1.3%$166/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $374,900-1.3%$169/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Price change | $379,900-2.6%$171/sqft |
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| 2/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $390,000+1672.7%$176/sqft |
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| 4/16/1997 | Sold | $22,000$10/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,195 | $5,560 |
| 2024 | $1,195 | $5,560 |
| 2023 | $1,195 | $5,560 |
| 2022 | -- | -- |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | -- | $130,420 |
| 2019 | -- | $130,420 |
| 2018 | -- | -- |
| 2017 | -- | -- |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $5,037 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | $5,160 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,160 |
| 2006 | -- | $5,160 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,949/mo
Principal & interest
$1829
Property taxes
$120
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 29643
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fair-Oak Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 4/10West Oak Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 11.8 mi
- 4/10West-Oak High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fair-Oak Elem
- Middle: West Oak Middle
- High: West Oak High
Source: WUMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- South Carolina
- Oconee County
- Fair Play
- 29643
- 281 Cherokee Dr
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