Salem Land for Sale

Salem Land for Sale

Welcome to the enchanting city of Salem, nestled in the heart of Oconee County, South Carolina. Known for its rich history and breathtaking natural beauty, Salem offers a unique blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. With stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and access to pristine lakes, this vibrant community is perfect for those who appreciate nature and a slower pace of life.

Salem is renowned for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and a strong sense of community. The town boasts a variety of local shops, cozy cafes, and delightful eateries, making it easy for residents to enjoy a leisurely day out. For outdoor enthusiasts, the nearby Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell provide endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking. Additionally, the surrounding area is home to numerous state parks and scenic trails, offering a perfect backdrop for weekend adventures.

For those looking to plant roots in this idyllic setting, there is an exciting opportunity with land for sale in Salem. Whether you envision building a serene retreat, a family home, or an investment property, the available parcels offer the space and tranquility to bring your dreams to life. With lush landscapes and a friendly community, Salem is the ideal place to create lasting memories.

Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this charming city! Explore the available land for sale in Salem, SC, and start your journey towards a fulfilling and vibrant lifestyle in this beautiful corner of South Carolina.

Newest Salem Land for Sale

$89,000
20305862 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover a unique opportunity to own two lots overlooking a private pond in the desirable gated community of Keowee Bay, located on the sought-after north end of beautiful Lake Keowee. Known for its clear emerald waters and exceptional recreational opportunities, Lake Keowee offers the ideal setting for enjoying boating, fishing, swimming, and the natural beauty of the Upstate. Adding tremendous value to this property is a deeded boat slip, #15, providing convenient access to Lake Keowee and making it easy to enjoy everything the lake has to offer. Keowee Bay residents enjoy a variety of community amenities, including a picnic shelter, boat ramp, and boat and trailer storage. The community’s convenient location also places you just minutes from Devils Fork State Park, offering access to the pristine waters of Lake Jocassee. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Sumter National Forest, with miles of hiking opportunities and an abundance of scenic waterfalls throughout the surrounding area. With two lots, peaceful pond views, a deeded boat slip, and access to exceptional outdoor recreation, this property offers a rare opportunity to create your own Upstate retreat in the heart of the Lake Keowee lifestyle.

Lots 94 & 95 Inland Trail, Salem

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Caine/Williams
$525,000
20305821 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A truly exceptional setting in The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South, this 1.7-acre homesite offers the rare opportunity to enjoy sweeping views of both Lake Keowee and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. The property's favorable topography provides flexibility when designing your future home, with a building site that can accommodate everything from a thoughtfully designed single-level residence to a home with a walkout lower level. Beyond the views and buildability, the location places you close to the exceptional amenities of Keowee Falls South while also offering easy access to some of the community's most scenic natural spaces. Enjoy a short walk to the trail system and Waterfall Park, where the beauty of the Blue Ridge foothills is right outside your door. With its remarkable views, generous acreage, and prime location, this is an outstanding opportunity to create a home in one of Lake Keowee's most beautiful settings. A club membership at The Cliffs is available for purchase with this property giving you access to all seven communities.

325 Button Wood Court, Salem

Listing courtesy of Cliffs Realty Sales SC, LLC (Six Mile)
$3,950,000
20305711 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover an exceptional opportunity to create a private Lake Keowee retreat at The Estates at Canebrake, an exclusive new collection within The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South. This offering combines two homesites into one extraordinary 31.15-acre property, providing a scale and level of privacy rarely found along the shores of Lake Keowee. The property showcases two distinct settings, including one homesite with expansive mountain and lake views that feel almost panoramic, overlooking the lake from an elevated vantage point. The second offers direct, dockable waterfront access, creating the opportunity to enjoy Lake Keowee from your own private dock. Together, the two lots provide an incredible canvas for a private family compound, with the potential to build multiple residences while maintaining abundant space between homes. Opportunities offering this much acreage alongside private dock rights are exceptionally rare on Lake Keowee. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge foothills, this property offers the privacy and tranquility of an estate setting while providing convenient access to the amenities and lifestyle of The Cliffs. Imagine gathering with family and friends, enjoying sweeping views from your future homesite, launching a boat from your private dock, or creating a multi-generational retreat designed to be enjoyed for years to come. With its remarkable acreage, exceptional views, waterfront access, and potential for multiple homes, this is a truly distinctive opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind legacy property on Lake Keowee. A club membership at The Cliffs is available for purchase with this property giving you access to all seven communities. Brokers, please refer to the addendum section for additional details.

Lot 7 Canebrake Estates, Salem

Listing courtesy of Cliffs Realty Sales SC, LLC (Six Mile)
$249,900
20305505 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
RARE OPPORTUNITY — Completely unrestricted 12 acre tract just 1.2 miles from The Rock and Fall Creek Landing on Lake Keowee. This property offers an extremely hard-to-find combination of privacy, usability, investment potential, and convenience. Featuring two grandfathered-in driveways/access points, multiple potential homesites, and less than 100 feet from city water access, this tract has exceptional flexibility for a private estate, family compound, shop, business use, hunting property, boat storage, or future development. Potential exists for subdivision into multiple lots, with up to six potential homesites possible according to county requirements, subject to buyer verification. The property backs directly up to a large tract of protected Cliffs timberland, providing incredible privacy and ensuring the surrounding natural beauty remains untouched for years to come. Abundant wildlife, including deer and turkey, make this an ideal recreational or hunting property as well. Significant improvements have already been completed, including approximately $50,000 in clearing, grading, and rock work. The main driveway has already been extensively rocked, and approximately 2.5 acres have been cleared, creating an ideal build site for a home, large shop, barndominium, or multiple structures with minimal additional site work needed. Beautiful mature hardwoods throughout the property provide a perfect blend of open usable land and natural wooded scenery. Property perks well according to seller, though buyers should verify all information important to them including subdivision potential, utilities, and septic approvals. Rare unrestricted land near Lake Keowee with this level of accessibility, infrastructure, privacy, and development potential is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

00 Fall Creek Road, Salem

Listing courtesy of BHHS C Dan Joyner - Augusta
$500,000
20305265 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A rare opportunity awaits at Fairway’s Edge, a newly introduced collection of homesites within The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South. Set along the Jack Nicklaus–designed golf course, this limited release offers the chance to build a custom home in a setting that blends beautiful golf course surroundings with the peaceful character of the Upstate. Situated on approximately 0.81 acres, Lot 1 offers scenic views across manicured fairways and tranquil ponds. The homesite provides a picturesque backdrop and an inviting sense of privacy, while its location within Keowee Falls South places you close to the exceptional amenities and outdoor lifestyle for which The Cliffs is known. Whether envisioned as a full-time residence or a retreat, Lot 1 offers the space and setting to create a home uniquely suited to your lifestyle. With its combination of golf course views, natural beauty, and a highly desirable location, this homesite is an exciting opportunity to become part of the newest offering at Keowee Falls South. A club membership at The Cliffs is available for purchase with this property giving you access to all seven communities. Brokers, please refer to the addendum section for additional details.

Lot 1 Cliffs South Parkway, Salem

Listing courtesy of Cliffs Realty Sales SC, LLC (Six Mile)
$55,000
20305350 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build Your Dream Home in the Mountains! This is an incredible opportunity to build your dream home on a gorgeous wooded lot high atop the mountain in the gated community of Jocassee Ridge. Beautifully wooded and naturally sloped, this property is ideally suited for a home with a walk-out basement, allowing you to take full advantage of the terrain and surrounding natural beauty. Nestled in one of the Upstate’s most scenic areas, this lot offers the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking mountain landscape surrounding Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee. Imagine waking up to the tranquility of the forest, spending your days exploring nearby mountain trails, and discovering cascading waterfalls just a short 10-minute drive away. For those who love the outdoors, this is truly a nature lover’s paradise, with hiking, waterfalls, lakes, and endless opportunities for adventure right at your doorstep. Build the home you’ve always envisioned and enjoy the privacy, beauty, and serenity that make Jocassee Ridge such a special place to call home.

610 Tamassee Ridge Way, Salem

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Lake Keowee Seneca
$85,000
20305118 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
If you are looking to build your retreat on a forest hill side, off the beaten path, then this is your opportunity to enjoy the benefits of being part of this fabulous community. The 3.10 acre lot located in amenity rich Keowee Key community features an 18 hole championship golf course with a nationally ranked country club. This waterfront community is surrounded by the crystal clear water of Lake Keowee with back drop of the Blue Ridge mountains. The state-of-the-art fitness center houses indoor Olympic size heated pool, exersize class room and racquetball court with outdoor surrounding tennis and pickle-ball courts. Throughout the community are lake side walking trails, two outdoor pools, multiple marinas, boat rental availability, a dog park, formal clubhouse with fine dining and the more casual eatery " Bistro" and endless number of clubs and activity groups to join. Location is minutes to Clemson University and Seneca for shopping, restaurants and medical facilities. Greenville airport is a little over an hour drive from Keowee Key. Visit Keowee Key website at KeoweeKeySC.com

206 Shipmaster Drive, Salem

Listing courtesy of Fathom Realty SC LLC (Greenville)
$995,000
20304638 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind homesite within The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South. Welcome to The Estates at Canebrake, an exclusive new enclave featuring expansive estate homesites of over five acres - an offering unlike anything else on Lake Keowee. Spanning an impressive 9.95 acres, Lot 1 showcases breathtaking long-range mountain views that are simply unexpected for the Lake Keowee area. The combination of nearly 10 acres of privacy, dramatic vistas, and the prestige of The Cliffs creates an extraordinary setting to build your legacy home. Adding to its appeal, the property includes a private boat slip, located just a quick golf cart ride away, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds - sweeping mountain views and effortless access to the crystal-clear waters of Lake Keowee. If you've been searching for a homesite that offers unmatched acreage, exceptional privacy, spectacular scenery, and premier lake living, Lot 1 at The Estates at Canebrake is an opportunity that rarely comes along. A club membership at The Cliffs is available for purchase with this property giving you access to all seven communities. Brokers, please refer to the addendum section for additional details.

Lot 1 Canebrake Estates, Salem

Listing courtesy of Cliffs Realty Sales SC, LLC (Six Mile)
$1,950,000
20304639 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind waterfront homesite in The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South. Welcome to The Estates at Canebrake, an exclusive new enclave of expansive estate homesites, where every property spans more than five acres - an offering unlike anything else on Lake Keowee. Encompassing 5.35 acres, Lot 5 is an exceptional dockable lakefront homesite that offers the rare combination of generous acreage and direct waterfront living. Properties of this size with private dock rights are virtually unheard of on Lake Keowee, creating an extraordinary opportunity to build a secluded waterfront estate without sacrificing space or privacy. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge foothills, this remarkable homesite provides ample room to design your dream home while preserving the peaceful, estate-like setting. Whether you envision mornings on the water, afternoons exploring Lake Keowee from your own dock, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nearly five and a half acres, Lot 5 offers a truly unique opportunity to create a legacy property within one of the area's most prestigious private communities. A club membership at The Cliffs is available for purchase with this property giving you access to all seven communities. Brokers, please refer to the addendum section for additional details.

Lot 5 Canebrake Estates, Salem

Listing courtesy of Cliffs Realty Sales SC, LLC (Six Mile)
$69,672
20303669 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
RARE FLAT BUILD AREA WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS. 2.55 ACRE homesite in the gated community of Jocassee Ridge offers an unusually flat building area with multiple potential build sites with EAST AND WEST VIEW POTENTIAL DUE TO FLAT TOPOGRAPHY, giving you the flexibility to design the home you've always envisioned. Ideally located just 5 minutes from Devil's Fork State Park and the crystal-clear waters of LAKE JOCASSEE, and only 10 minutes from LAKE KEOWEE, you'll enjoy the privacy, mountain beauty, and easy access to some of South Carolina's most sought-after outdoor recreation. Build your dream home in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills. High Speed Fiber Internet available, and free boat storage available to community members.

231 Jocassee Ridge Way, Salem

Listing courtesy of Herlong Sotheby's International
$320,000
20303474 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover an unparalleled opportunity to craft your dream residence on Lot 7 within the prestigious Highland Shores community. This remarkable 1.81-acre waterfront parcel offers the quintessential lakeside lifestyle without the need for a dock, providing an idyllic setting for launching kayaks and paddleboards or simply enjoying a refreshing swim in a tranquil, low-traffic section of the lake. The expansive lot provides abundant space for a custom-built home while ensuring a coveted sense of privacy. A gentle slope leads gracefully to the water's edge, with a partially cleared path already in place for easy access. Highland Shores is a distinguished gated community, conveniently situated just off Nimmons Bridge Road, offering a serene and secure environment. Embrace the unique allure of Lake Keowee, consistently recognized as one of the Southeast's most desirable lake destinations, and create your personal sanctuary in this exceptional location.

Lot 7 Highland Shores Drive, Salem

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Lake Keowee Seneca
$599,000
20303462 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect setting to build your dream home in The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South. This exceptional 1.32-acre waterfront homesite offers more than 400 feet of shoreline, providing expansive water frontage and beautiful views extending to Lake Keowee's main channel. While this homesite is non-dockable, it offers the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of waterfront living without the maintenance of a private dock. The gently sloping topography creates an ideal building site, while the nearby waterfall provides the soothing sound of flowing water throughout the year. Just steps from the community's scenic hiking trail, this property also enjoys convenient access to the outstanding amenities of Keowee Falls, including the acclaimed Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, clubhouse, wellness center, tennis and pickleball courts. Whether you're envisioning a peaceful lakeside retreat or a full-time residence, this homesite offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and easy access to one of the area's premier private club communities. A club membership at The Cliffs is available for purchase with this property giving you access to all seven communities.

913 Rippling Water Way, Salem

Listing courtesy of Cliffs Realty Sales SC, LLC (Six Mile)
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