SOLD: From Lake Murray to the Coast — How We Helped Close a 20-Year Chapter for This Seller
146 Metts Drive Leesville, South Carolina
The Situation
After many years in the home, the sellers were ready to begin their next chapter—retirement and a move to the beach. Over the years, they had invested significantly in the property, including the addition of a swimming pool and workshop. With the market becoming more challenging, their priority was clear: protect the value they had created and position the home to achieve the strongest possible result.
The Strategy
Our strategy was built around maximizing exposure and presenting the home at the highest possible level from day one. This was not a listing we wanted to simply place on the market and hope the right buyer found it. Our team developed a coordinated marketing plan designed to reach buyers across multiple platforms and create repeated exposure for the property.
We began with professional photography and high-quality video to showcase the home, pool, workshop, and overall lifestyle in a way that would stand out online. From there, our team pushed the listing across our digital marketing channels, social media, database, and targeted online advertising.
A major part of the strategy was YouTube. Rather than relying only on traditional listing portals, we created video content around the property and leveraged our established YouTube audience to put the home in front of thousands of additional buyers. Combined with our broader online marketing efforts, the listing generated tens of thousands of views and significantly expanded its reach beyond the immediate local market.
Behind the scenes, our team worked together throughout the process—coordinating marketing, responding quickly to inquiries, managing showings and feedback, and continually evaluating the positioning of the home. The goal was simple: create as much quality exposure as possible while maintaining a polished, professional presentation that protected the value of the property.
The Result
Despite a challenging market, our strategy created the exposure needed to attract the right buyer and successfully get the home sold.
Beyond securing the sale, our team was able to negotiate favorable terms and conditions for the sellers, helping protect their interests throughout the transaction. We also negotiated a separate bill of sale for personal property that remained with the home, creating additional value for the sellers outside of the real estate contract.
The result was a successful sale in a difficult market, with strong terms that allowed the sellers to move forward with confidence into retirement and their next chapter at the beach.
See the Marketing Created To Sell 146 Metts Drive Leesville, SC
If you're looking for a private escape on Lake Murray, 146 Metts Drive delivers. Set on 1.35 acres with 222 feet of waterfront, this property offers a private dock, an in-ground pool, no HOA, and a detached workshop with expansive covered storage for boats, RVs, or equipment. And that's before you even step inside the custom all-brick, single-level home featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a versatile flex room.
A long private driveway winds through the property, passing the detached Forest Green workshop before arriving at the home. The welcoming front porch features a soaring vaulted ceiling and a statement chandelier that sets the tone from the moment you arrive. Inside, the foyer opens to a formal dining room on the left, complete with custom built-in cabinetry and glass display cabinets. To the right is a spacious flex room, currently designed as the ultimate game room with a custom bar and pool table.
Straight ahead, the family room showcases beautiful lake views, a gas fireplace, and an open layout that flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The kitchen offers abundant cabinet and counter space, an eat-in dining area, and easy access to the covered back porch, making indoor and outdoor entertaining effortless. Just off the garage, the laundry room doubles as a third full bath, providing the perfect place to clean up after a day on the lake or by the pool.
Privately located at the rear of the home, the owner's suite enjoys peaceful lake views and includes a spacious bath with dual vanities, a tiled walk-in shower, generous storage, and a walk-in closet. Bedrooms two and three are positioned on the opposite side of the home for added privacy and share a full bath. Each bedroom includes a built-in desk, cabinetry, shelving, ample closet space, and plenty of room for family or guests.
Step outside, and the backyard becomes the centerpiece of the property. Positioned on a point lot with approximately 222 feet of shoreline, the setting provides dramatic water views in nearly every direction. The private dock is thoughtfully positioned to one side, preserving the wide-open views across the lake. The gently sloping shoreline at the point makes it easy to wade into the water, launch a kayak, or simply relax while floating on the lake. There's not a home in sight across the lake, thanks to this being Dominion-owned property
The expansive pool deck offers plenty of room for lounging, dining, and entertaining, while the covered outdoor living area is divided into separate spaces for relaxing and grilling. With two mounted TVs, there's plenty of room to gather with friends and family without ever missing the game. Whether you're spending the day on the water, enjoying the pool, or hosting a weekend cookout, this property was designed to make the most of Lake Murray living with NO HOA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Was 146 Metts Drive sold?
Yes. 146 Metts Drive in Leesville, SC on Lake Murray sold with The Patrick O’Connor Team at Coldwell Banker Realty. This page is a sold case study covering how the team marketed the waterfront home and negotiated favorable terms for the sellers.
Where is 146 Metts Drive located?
146 Metts Drive is in Leesville, South Carolina, on Lake Murray. On-page details describe a point lot with about 222 feet of shoreline, a private dock, and open water views.
What are the key features of 146 Metts Drive?
On-page details include a custom all-brick, single-level home with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a versatile flex room on 1.35 acres — plus 222 feet of Lake Murray frontage, a private dock, an in-ground pool, no HOA, and a detached workshop with covered storage.
How did The Patrick O’Connor Team market 146 Metts Drive?
The team used professional photography and high-quality video, then pushed the listing across digital marketing channels, social media, their database, and targeted online advertising. YouTube was a major part of the strategy, and combined efforts generated tens of thousands of views beyond the immediate local market.
Who sold 146 Metts Drive on Lake Murray?
The Patrick O’Connor Team at Coldwell Banker Realty. Thinking of selling a Lake Murray or Leesville home? Call 803-243-0224. Email patrick.russell.oconnor@gmail.com. Office: 607 Columbia Avenue, Lexington, SC 29072.