Salem Homes with Partially Finished Basement

Salem Homes with Partially Finished Basement

Welcome to Salem, South Carolina—a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Oconee County. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Salem is a charming small town that offers a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. With its proximity to the enchanting Lake Keowee and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, residents here enjoy a lifestyle that celebrates both outdoor recreation and community spirit.

Salem boasts a rich history, vibrant local culture, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The town is home to a variety of local shops, delightful eateries, and community events that bring neighbors together. For those who appreciate nature, the area offers an abundance of hiking trails, fishing spots, and scenic parks, making it an ideal place for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

As you explore the real estate options in Salem, you'll discover a selection of homes featuring partially finished basements—an excellent opportunity for customization and additional living space. These versatile basements can serve as cozy family rooms, home offices, or even guest suites, allowing you to tailor your home to fit your lifestyle. With the serene backdrop of Oconee County, these properties provide the perfect canvas for your dream home.

Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community to call home, Salem, SC, offers a unique blend of charm, convenience, and natural beauty. Come and discover why so many are choosing to make this enchanting town their home. Your dream home with a partially finished basement awaits you in Salem!

Newest Salem Homes with Partially Finished Basement

$419,999
3 Beds 3 Baths
Welcome to 48 Commodore Drive—where life is less about the house and more about the lifestyle that comes with it. Nestled in the sought-after Keowee Key community, this home offers comfortable living, flexible spaces, and access to one of the most amenity-rich communities on Lake Keowee. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend escape, or a place to entertain family and friends, this home checks all the right boxes. Inside, you'll find a functional floor plan with room to spread out, highlighted by a spacious lower-level recreation room that's perfect for game nights, watching football, hosting guests, or simply relaxing after a day on the lake. It's the kind of extra space every home wishes it had. Step outside, and the lifestyle truly begins. Keowee Key offers an unmatched collection of amenities, including an 18-hole championship golf course, waterfront clubhouse with restaurant and bar, state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, walking trails, tennis courts, pickleball courts, marinas, and direct access to the crystal-clear waters of Lake Keowee. When you're ready to venture out, you're only minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences in Seneca, with Clemson University, medical facilities, and the energy of downtown Clemson just a short drive away. Whether your perfect day includes an early morning round of golf, an afternoon on the lake, dinner overlooking the water, or simply relaxing at home with family and friends, 48 Commodore Drive offers the opportunity to enjoy the very best of the Lake Keowee lifestyle. Come experience why so many people choose to call Keowee Key home.

48 Commodore Drive, Salem

$2,295,000
4 Beds 4 Baths
The Keowee Life awaits you at 3 Horizon Pointe. This luxury home is positioned on a unique homesite chosen for its expansive views and gentle slope; the property allows for a flat driveway and a very short walk to your covered dock. Set on .25-acre site with approximately 244 feet of shoreline, this “Post and Beam” home offers spectacular Lake Keowee views from every room. Location, location, location- one of the best in Keowee Key and on the lake. The North Marina pool and the lakeside paved Leisure Trail- the most popular amenity in Keowee Key- are within a short walking distance from the house. Just off the main channel but offering protected gorgeous swimming water for the grandkids and loved ones. This home features structural post-and-beam construction and antique heart pine flooring. From all living spaces, massive lake-facing windows capture both natural and reflected light across the interior. The covered front porch opens into the Great Room with its spectacular, custom wood beams across the cathedral wood ceiling with direct views to Lake Keowee. The kitchen, dining area and Great Room are complimented by the screened porch and deck, all with views of Lake Keowee. The spacious primary suite includes its own sunroom and a large walk-in closet with a stackable washer and dryer for convenience. The main-floor guest bedroom with an en-suite bath sits near the kitchen. The kitchen features a five-burner propane cooktop and a Thermador exhaust fan. The backsplash tiles were created by the owner and made in Seville, Spain. Completing the main level which is designed to meet all your daily living needs, there is a powder room, office, and laundry. The two-car garage is oversized, and the current owner can park 4 cars in it when entertaining, due to its depth. Additional parking while entertaining is solved by guests parking on the grass on Tall Ship drive and at the North Marina complex just a short walk from this home. For your everyday needs, park your golf cart and your car in the garage. The driveway is a custom paver driveway adding to the feeling of being in a mountain village along with the deciduous trees but on the shores of Lake Keowee. Down the wide staircase and you are in the light-filled, terrace level entertainment area. The tiled floor features a custom design. Imagine gathering with your family and friend around the post-and-beam bar and enjoying a game of pool around the pool table—perfect for family and friends. The lower level includes two bedrooms and a large bath. The utility room houses the mechanicals for the 3-zone GEOTHERMAL HVAC system. The workshop space has double doors and is convenient for storing your lake toys and is steps away from your covered boat dock. The owner provided a generator to operate a few appliances in the event there is a need if the power goes out. Keowee Key offers a mandatory one-time buy-in with a monthly fee that provides access to all community amenities, including an 18-hole golf course, pickleball courts, tennis courts, an up-to-date fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, walking trails, a country club, and much more. Live it. Love it. Lake it. The Keowee Life! This home offers the ideal setting—make it your dream home. Lake Keowee is “Lake Tahoe of the Southeast”—one of South Carolina’s most coveted lakes, rivaled only by Lake Jocassee, just minutes away, with some of the most beautiful water in the region. All numerical representations are approximate and may be inaccurate. Buyer/Buyer’s Agent is responsible for verifying all figures important to the purchase decision. HOA fees may change.

3 Horizon Pointe Lane, Salem

$2,395,000
5 Beds 6 Baths
Tucked along the emerald green waters of Lake Keowee, 541 Riverstone Drive offers the kind of lake life people dream about but rarely find. Set on a gently sloping waterfront lot in the desirable Riverstone community, this custom-built home was designed to capture the beauty of the lake from nearly every room while creating unforgettable spaces for gathering, relaxing, and making memories year-round. From the moment you arrive, the peaceful setting and inviting architecture immediately set the tone for what awaits inside. Step through the front door and you are welcomed by soaring cathedral ceilings, an open-concept design, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows framing sparkling lake views beyond. A stunning stacked stone fireplace anchors the main living space, creating a warm and impressive focal point for evenings spent with family and friends after a day on the water. The kitchen was built for entertaining with its oversized center island, generous prep space, upgraded finishes, and seamless connection to both the dining area and outdoor living spaces. Just beyond, the screened porch with its own fireplace becomes an extension of the home itself — a place to sip morning coffee while watching the lake wake up, host game day gatherings, or unwind beneath the glow of string lights on cool Carolina evenings. The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with peaceful lake views, French doors opening onto a screened porch, and a spacious ensuite featuring a soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. Upstairs, an airy loft overlooking the great room and water below provides flexible space for a home office, reading nook, or play area, along with two guest bedrooms each featuring private ensuite bathrooms for comfort and privacy. The lower level was thoughtfully designed for lake living, with durable flooring, expansive recreation space, two additional guest bedrooms, a bunk room, full and half baths, unfinished storage for lake toys, and direct access to the outdoors. Step outside to discover multiple covered patios including a private hot tub area and additional seating space overlooking the water. Each bedroom captures views of Lake Keowee, constantly reminding you why life is better at the lake. A paved pathway leads through the fenced backyard down to your covered dock equipped with a 7500-pound lift and jet ski docking ramp, making it effortless to spend your days cruising the crystal-clear waters of Lake Keowee. Whether enjoying sunset conversations from the dock, paddleboarding through quiet coves, or wake surfing across open water, this property places you in an ideal location to explore the lake from north to south. Riverstone residents also enjoy thoughtfully designed community amenities that enhance the lake lifestyle experience, including a covered pavilion with a massive stone fireplace ideal for hosting large gatherings and celebrations, community restrooms, a playground, dog park, and walking trail surrounded by the natural beauty of the neighborhood. Beyond the shoreline, 541 Riverstone Drive offers convenient access to some of the Upstate’s most treasured outdoor destinations including nearby waterfalls, hiking trails, and mountain adventures at Keowee-Toxaway State Park, Devils Fork State Park, and the Blue Ridge foothills. Enjoy quick trips to charming downtowns in Salem, Seneca, and Walhalla while remaining approximately 25-30 minutes from Clemson University, Clemson football, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Whether searching for a full-time residence or luxury lake retreat, this home offers an extraordinary opportunity to experience the very best of Lake Keowee living.

541 Riverstone Drive, Salem

$449,000
4 Beds 3 Baths
Enjoy Peak Privacy with Seasonal Mountain & Lake Views! This charming cottage home sits beautifully on an expansive, rare double lot within Keowee Key, a premier 1,500 acre gated lakeside community. Enjoy beautiful seasonal mountain and lake views from your property, and arrive home via the flat driveway leading to a unique 1 car garage with double car space-offering excellent extra room for a golf cart space, workshop or storage. Step into the main level's spectacular great room, where dramatic vaulted ceilings flank a stunning stone fireplace. Transition seamlessly to the outdoors onto the screened porch, perfect for morning cup of coffee or a nightcap. The heart of the home features a chef inspired kitchen fully equipped with premium granite countertops and sleek stainless steel appliances. A center island provides prep space and a natural gathering spot, while the adjacent breakfast area is ideal for casual morning meals. There are three bedrooms and two full baths on the main level making for a true single-story living. The lower level is perfect for extended family or guests, this versatile lower-level recreation room at 11 Mizzen functions beautifully as a private fourth bedroom suite, cleverly outfitted with built-in bunks and an additional single bed. The space transitions seamlessly to the outdoors through sliding glass doors that open onto a spacious patio and deck, inviting potential buyers to envision relaxed lakeside living. Designed with ultimate convenience in mind, this floor includes a full bathroom and a dedicated mudroom with a utility sink—an indispensable feature for rinsing off gear after a day enjoying the premier amenities of the Keowee Key community. There are sliding glass door leading to the covered outdoor patio paired with an additional relaxing deck perfect for sunbathing and taking in the peaceful surroundings. The adjacent lot (9 Mizzen Lane, Western Upstate MLS 20301303) is also currently available for purchase. By combining the existing house with the neighboring lot, you can create a private oasis spanning over a full acre of land for well under $600,000.00. Life in Keowee Key extends far beyond the home. Residents enjoy an 18-hole championship golf course, two private marinas with gas docks, boat rentals, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center with Olympic-sized indoor pool, additional saltwater outdoor pools, walking trails, dog park, beaches, playgrounds, parks, and a colorful social calendar year-round. The clubhouse offers multiple different dining experiences–here you can enjoy everything from a casual lunch at the Bistro, to an upscale evening dining experience in the Cascades dining room. Conveniently located just 15–20 minutes from Seneca and Clemson, under an hour to Greenville, and less than 45 minutes to the Blue Ridge Mountains, this is an ideal opportunity to enjoy lake living, golf, and resort-style amenities all in one place.

11 Mizzen Lane, Salem

$2,150,000
4 Beds 4.5 Baths
Welcome to 514 Ridge Vista Dr, a nearly new serene retreat nestled in a tranquil cul-de-sac and bay on Lake Keowee. This custom-built home features four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, along with an office, recreation room, kitchenette, and ample storage. As you enter, you're greeted by a bright and airy living room adorned with cathedral ceilings, a large stone fireplace, and long lake views. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening, the kitchen, breakfast area, screened porch, and expansive open deck provide perfect settings. The open kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a large island that seats four, and a walk-in pantry. The primary suite, located on the main level, offers double sinks, a spacious tile shower, jetted tub, and generous walk-in closet. A desirable second guest suite, a powder room, and a laundry room are also conveniently located on the main level. Venture to the lakeside level, where a well-planned space awaits your family and guests. It features a recreation area with a custom stone fireplace and lake views, a kitchenette, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office, and additional storage. The bedrooms are positioned on either side of the recreation room for guest privacy, alongside two full bathrooms. An outdoor kitchen is situated under the covered patio, and a paved cart path/walkway leads down to the covered dock and waterfront, set in a peaceful bay with deep water access. The maximum square foot dock measures 26X30 with Hip and a Half Roof is in deep water and includes the boat lift, dock box, built in speakers, folding bench that sits in the water, and has power and water hooked up--everything you could ask for and ready for your boat this Summer! The property also includes a three-car garage, an exercise/storage area, mechanical storage, and extra storage off the lower level kitchenette. This gated community allows short term rentals and is conveniently located near HWY 11, less than 15 minutes to Seneca for dining, shopping, and health care, just 1 hour from Greenville, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Asheville, NC, and a little over an hour from Highlands, NC.

514 Ridge Vista Drive Unit Lot 21 Highland Shoers at Lake Keowee, Salem

$2,150,000
4 Beds 5 Baths
Welcome to 514 Ridge Vista Dr, a nearly new serene retreat nestled in a tranquil cul-de-sac and bay on Lake Keowee. This custom-built home features four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, along with an office, recreation room, kitchenette, and ample storage. As you enter, you're greeted by a bright and airy living room adorned with cathedral ceilings, a large stone fireplace, and long lake views. Whether you're entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening, the kitchen, breakfast area, screened porch, and expansive open deck provide perfect settings. The open kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a large island that seats four, and a walk-in pantry. The primary suite, located on the main level, offers double sinks, a spacious tile shower, jetted tub, and generous walk-in closet. A desirable second guest suite, a powder room, and a laundry room are also conveniently located on the main level. Venture to the lakeside level, where a well-planned space awaits your family and guests. It features a recreation area with a custom stone fireplace and lake views, a kitchenette, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office, and additional storage. The bedrooms are positioned on either side of the recreation room for guest privacy, alongside two full bathrooms. An outdoor kitchen is situated under the covered patio, and a paved cart path/walkway leads down to the covered dock and waterfront, set in a peaceful bay with deep water access. The maximum square foot dock measures 26X30 with Hip and a Half Roof is in deep water and includes the boat lift, dock box, built in speakers, folding bench that sits in the water, and has power and water hooked up--everything you could ask for and ready for your boat this Summer! The property also includes a three-car garage, an exercise/storage area, mechanical storage, and extra storage off the lower level kitchenette. This gated community allows short term rentals and is conveniently located near HWY 11, less than 15 minutes to Seneca for dining, shopping, and health care, just 1 hour from Greenville, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Asheville, NC, and a little over an hour from Highlands, NC.

514 Ridge Vista Drive, Salem

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